Michigan’s 2025 primary election is Tuesday, Aug. 5, with polls opening at 7 a.m., and closing at 8 p.m. in Metro Detroit.
Voters in seven cities will be voting in mayoral primary races.
In Detroit, Pontiac, Dearborn Heights, and Hamtramck, there will be no incumbents in the mayoral races.
Nine candidates are vying to succeed Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, who is departing after three terms to run for governor. The August primary will narrow the field to two candidates for the November general election.
Pontiac Mayor Tim Greimel is pursuing a U.S. House seat.
Dearborn Heights Mayor Bill Bazzi and Hamtramck Mayor Amer Ghalib were selected for ambassador positions by President Trump.
Voters will also decide on various city council and commission positions in multiple communities, including Detroit, Hamtramck, Westland, Livonia, Taylor, Plymouth, Pontiac, and Sterling Heights.
Some communities will not hold primaries in some races due to insufficient candidate participation.
On Aug. 5, voters will also decide on issues regarding education and public safety.
Novi residents will consider a $120 million bond proposal for a new public safety headquarters and fire stations.
Livonia voters face a similar decision with a proposed $150 million bond for police station construction and fire station renovations.
Several school districts, including Fitzgerald, Romulus, Armada, and Northville, have placed bond proposals and millages on the ballot.
These measures aim to fund improvements in building infrastructure, technology updates, and enhanced safety measures.
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Here’s what you need to know before election day if you’re planning to vote:
Registering to vote
If you’re not registered yet, don’t worry — you still have time. You can register up until 8 p.m. on Election Day at your local clerk’s office, but it’s best to register sooner rather than later.
You can register online, at a Secretary of State branch, or in person at your city, township, or county clerk’s office.
Visit here for more information about voting in Michigan, and click here for more information on the August primary.
How to find your polling location
You can find your polling location by heading to the Michigan Voter Information Center.
There, you can find a polling location by inputting your voter information.
How to track your ballot
To track your ballot for the primary election, head to the Michigan Voter Information Center.
How to view election results
To view the City of Detroit election results for the August 2025 primary election, visit here.