Politics
Who is voting for what, and what it costs the people who live here.
Benson snags Whitmer endorsement at post-primary event, positioning herself as a party unifier
Westland voters may be interested to see how a potential party unifier would address local issues such as infrastructure and economic development.
Read at Michigan Advance ↗
Fourth Plymouth Township official exit looms as trustee blasts leadership
As a neighboring community, Westland residents may be interested in the leadership turmoil in Plymouth Township due to potential implications for regional cooperation and governance
Read at WXYZ Detroit ↗
Trump, White House target Abdul El-Sayed as ‘threat’ in Michigan Senate race
Abdul El-Sayed's US Senate candidacy has caught the attention of the White House, and Westland residents may be wondering what this means for their own representation in Washington.
Read at Bridge Michigan ↗
Democratic Socialist Yousef Rabhi defeats long-time Ann Arbor Mayor Chris Taylor
As a neighboring city to Ann Arbor, Westland residents may be interested in how this new leadership will impact the regional relationship and economic development between our communities.
Read at Michigan Advance ↗
How a Michigan Supreme Court decision on a Line 5 permit might ripple beyond the pipeline
A Michigan Supreme Court decision on a Line 5 permit could have significant implications for environmental regulations that affect Westland's own waterways and natural areas.
Read at Michigan Advance ↗
Newsom says national support ‘crucial’ for Democrats to win Michigan’s U.S. Senate race
As a key battleground state in Michigan's U.S. Senate race, Westland residents will be keeping a close eye on news from Oakland County where California Gov. Gavin Newsom is campaigning for Democratic candidates.
Read at Michigan Advance ↗
Nessel and environmental groups file initial arguments in appeal of DTE Saline data center contract
As Westland residents rely on DTE Energy for power, they may be wondering how a contentious data center contract in Saline Township will impact their own energy bills and local environment.
Read at Michigan Advance ↗
Shri Thanedar ousted by progressive Donavan McKinney in Michigan House primary
As a resident of West Michigan, you might be wondering how this primary election outcome could impact our region's representation in Lansing.
Read at Bridge Michigan ↗
Understanding Westland Public Notices: A Guide for Residents
Learn how to make sense of the legal language in council agendas and public notices, so you can stay informed and participate in local decision-making.
The Voice of Westland
Other states shrink local governments. Michigan law preserves archaic ‘mess’
Michigan's complex local government structure could lead to higher taxes and bureaucratic inefficiencies in Westland if not reformed.
Read at Bridge Michigan ↗
Westland Election Results
The City of Westland has announced election results and precinct realignments
The Voice of Westland