Richard Burr
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Metro editor, Detroit News. Roman. RTs not endorsements
Detroit, Michigan
Joined November 2011
Michigan House speaker gets Lions tickets from lobbyist while blocking open records bill https://t.co/s5zpUjpZfN via @detroitnews
detroitnews.com
House Speaker Matt Hall won't say how much he paid a lobbying firm for Lions tickets. He's opposing bills that could shine light on the details.
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'No tax' on overtime and tips will trigger a tax 'mess' for many https://t.co/UIWwsZdaM6 via @tompor
freep.com
Many people will be shocked when they discover the intricate rules — and lack of supporting paperwork — when filing 2025 federal income tax returns.
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Hamtramck mayoral recount advances despite winner's late challenge https://t.co/GAPWtjYo63 via @detroitnews
detroitnews.com
The Wayne County Board of Canvassers approved a recount in the Hamtramck mayor's race where six votes separate the top two candidates.
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Troy, Livonia officials seek building repair cash after failed bond requests https://t.co/PFMZzRtma6 via @detroitnews
detroitnews.com
Officials in two of Metro Detroit's largest suburbs are weighing their next steps after voters rejected new taxes for facility improvements.
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Whitmer, MEDC pitched in at 'donor reception' supporting her travel, including the use of the Great Seal of Michigan https://t.co/94JX0lXi2m via @detroitnews
detroitnews.com
The revelations, which came in a batch of documents obtained through an open records request, shine new light on the tangled web of relationships.
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Detroit retirees who lost money in city bankruptcy to get extra cash https://t.co/StHefaYqF9 via @tompor
freep.com
City of Detroit retirees have pushed for years for some relief, as Detroit's financial situation has improved substantially since the bankruptcy.
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Oregon’s lineup on the Boettcher rushing TD was wild. Full 🥄 breakdown. Our starting DT had the best block on the play LT - rFR making his first start LG - starting RG C - backup RG - backup who has barely played this season RT - starting LG TE - starting RT U (extra TE) -
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Insider: Lobbyist threw engagement party for Michigan lawmakers https://t.co/rIlp2GSD41 via @detroitnews
detroitnews.com
The invitations featured a crest of two elephants, a heart and the words "Team VanWendzel."
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Embattled state agency tapped to scrutinize data center tax breaks https://t.co/8RV7j2Bmxk via @detroitnews
detroitnews.com
The Michigan Economic Development Corp.'s new data center tax break oversight could be tested with the Oracle and OpenAI's Saline Township project.
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'Tis the season to be hit by a scammer: What are the hottest new ploys https://t.co/x7B8QRyNBE via @tompor
freep.com
Consumers warned to watch out for scams, including new AI tricks that can make fake calls seem like they're from your friends and family.
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Mahmood pays $500, requests recount after 6-vote loss in Hamtramck mayoral election https://t.co/m7sdlU3jn3 via @detroitnews
detroitnews.com
The city's ballots will be recounted by hand by the Wayne County Clerk's Office, his attorney said.
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NEW: A dark money group supporting Michigan @GovWhitmer amassed $7.7M in anonymous donations in 2024, swelling in size from zero to 18 employees, newly-released tax records reveal. It could be a presidential campaign in waiting. https://t.co/GJ3fgb8jF8 via @CraigDMauger
detroitnews.com
The pro-Whitmer group Road to Michigan's Future can accept limitless anonymous donations and expanded its scope in 2024, tax records reveal.
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LATEST: Alharbi loses votes, but still gets elected Hamtramck's mayor over Mahmood https://t.co/TCm3g6BeJb via @detroitnews
detroitnews.com
Mayoral opponent Muhith Mahmood said he is considering his legal options for getting 37 ballots counted or pursuing a recount.
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We're heading back to Eugene as Oregon hosts USC in a Big Ten rivalry clash‼️
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Recount decision looms as board rejects ballots found in Hamtramck's clerk's office https://t.co/QXBt4obT7N via @detroitnews
detroitnews.com
The 11-vote margin of victory for Adam Alharbi stands after the Wayne County Board of Canvassers deadlocked in a 2-2 vote about counting 37 ballots.
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Michigan lawmakers move to boost the powers of their own police forces https://t.co/8h1uCn7eK7 via @detroitnews
detroitnews.com
The House and Senate have added millions of dollars in funding and new police abilities for their sergeants.
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In a 2-2 deadlock, Wayne County board won't accept 37 absentee ballots found in Hamtramck's clerk's office after election https://t.co/QXBt4obT7N via @detroitnews
detroitnews.com
The 11-vote margin of victory for Adam Alharbi stands after the Wayne County Board of Canvassers deadlocked in a 2-2 vote about counting 37 ballots.
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My favorite part of the Wayne Co. Board of Canvassers public comment on the Hamtramck ballots: When a resident is asked to state their name for the record, the request is ignored, the opinion is given, including the call for more ... transparency.
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BREAKING: Daughter of mom fatally stabbed at McDonald's in Eastpointe arrested for bringing knife to courthouse https://t.co/eWYaoZvBzV via @detroitnews
detroitnews.com
The arrest occurred after prosecutors played surveillance video of the fatal stabbing of Jennifer Harris. Afeni Muhammad was bound over for trial.
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