What Michigan voters should know ahead of the 2025 August primary

The 2025 August primary election in Michigan is approaching, where voters in seven cities, including Detroit, Pontiac, Dearborn Heights, and Hamtramck, will participate in mayoral races, city council, and commission elections. Detroit's mayoral race, without an incumbent, features nine candidates vying to succeed Mayor Mike Duggan. Additionally, voters will address public safety and education issues, with bond proposals for new facilities and improvements in several communities, including Novi and Livonia. Registration and voting options include in-person early voting from July 26 to August 3 and absentee voting, with specific deadlines for ballot requests.