Bell elected NACo 2nd VP Published on July 18, 2025 Wayne County Commission Chair Alisha Bell (D-Detroit) was elected 2nd vice president of the National Organization of Counties (NACo) during the organization’s annual policy conference, held July 11-14 in Philadelphia. Tagged as: , Commission
Former Track Coach Charged in Sexual Assault of Student Athlete Published on June 18, 2025 Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Nathan Lemuel Tedford, 54, of Detroit, in connection with the sexual assault of an 18-year-old boy, also of Detroit. Defendant Tedford was the victim’s teacher and coach at the time of the crime. The defendant is now a former track coach at East English Village Academy. Tagged as: , Prosecutor
Detroit Woman Charged in Non-Fatal Shooting of Tow Truck Driver Published on June 17, 2025 Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Shaquanda Danielle Tankersley, 38, of Detroit, in connection with the non-fatal shooting of a 41-year-old Highland Park man. Tagged as: , Prosecutor
The Basics of Submitting Food Service Establishment Plans for Review Published on June 16, 2025 The Wayne County Department of Health, Human, & Veterans Services is offering a FREE course to guide food service owners & operators through the process of submitting plans for their establishment. This course will help you navigate the requirements and ensure a smooth, efficient, and effective submission process. Tagged as: , Health, Human & Veterans Services
Wayne County Commissioner, Irma Clark-Coleman Passes Away Published on June 12, 2025 Wayne County Commissioners join District 5 residents in mourning the passing of Commissioner Irma Clark-Coleman. Commissioner Clark-Coleman, of Detroit, served on the commission since 2010 and was a former state Senator and House member. Tagged as: , Commission
Treasurer Sabree Presents 'Ask The Treasurer' Published on June 02, 2025 Treasurer Sabree will host the June edition of "Ask The Treasurer" on Wednesday, June 18th at 6PM. This virtual event offers Wayne County property owners the opportunity to speak directly with Treasurer Sabree and his team about property tax questions, available assistance programs, and resources to help avoid foreclosure. Tagged as: , Treasurer
Wayne County property values continue their rise in 2025 Published on May 02, 2025 Property values in Wayne County are continuing to rise this year, with double digit increases in residential properties being posted in some communities. Tagged as: , Commission
Wayne County Women's Commission Members Appointed for 2025-27 Published on April 16, 2025 Nineteen Wayne County women were appointed or re-appointed Tuesday to the Wayne County Women's Commission for its 2025-27 session, which begins in May. Tagged as: , Commission
Treasurer Sabree Announces April 8 Deadline for Foreclosure Prevention Published on April 02, 2025 Treasurer Eric R. Sabree announced a new foreclosure prevention deadline of April 8. Residents can enter a payment plan or pay off taxes to avoid foreclosure. Tagged as: , Treasurer