County Executive Warren C. Evans urges families to line up early

The rating agency highlighted Wayne County’s robust reserves, reduced liabilities, and economic growth as key factors behind the upgrade.

As we approach a decision on whether Wayne Disposal will be permitted to expand and dispose of nuclear waste from the Manhattan Project in Buffalo, New York, residents near the dump site are making it clear: they don’t want it.

High school artists have a place to showcase their creativity

Huron-Clinton Metroparks is giving away 500 free life jackets outside of the Boll Family YMCA in Detroit on Thursday, June 19.

The Detroit Historical Society recently launched an ambitious series of exhibitions this summer, showcasing everything from Wayne County’s diverse communities to Detroit’s comic book legacy and LGBTQ+ history.

Wayne County Executive Warren C. Evans highlighted a decade of progress and unveiled a bold, forward-looking vision focused on expanded transit, health equity, economic growth, public safety, and infrastructure in his 10th annual State of the County address.

The Wayne County Department of Health and Human Services announced that $27 million in outstanding medical debt has been erased for more than 46,000 residents thanks to a recent partnership with a nonprofit.

A couple of Wayne County officials were promoted Monday.

The North Terminal at Detroit Metro Airport will be officially renamed after Wayne County Executive Warren C. Evans on April 4.

The North Terminal at Detroit Metro Airport will be officially renamed after Wayne County Executive Warren C. Evans on April 4.

"You shoot at deputies and you get to go right back onto the street and endanger the public? This is not acceptable.”

The Grosse Ile Parkway Bridge over the Trenton Channel will soon flow with vehicles following the reopening ceremony on the Trenton side of the bridge, Friday, Dec. 3, at 10:30 a.m.

There appears to be a major staff shortage at the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office.

A virtual town hall meeting is set to take place at 7 p.m. on Wednesday (Sept. 8) for residents of Flat Rock as the investigation into a gas leak continues.

Federal and state hazardous materials teams from Downriver and western Wayne County went street-by-street and door-to-door Thursday in Flat Rock’s southeast neighborhoods.

An unusual smell Downriver sparked an investigation from hazmat teams Thursday, along with state and federal environmental agencies.

On Tuesday, Wayne County Executive Warren C. Evans announced the opening of two new COVID-19 vaccination clinics in Lincoln Park and Harper Woods for county residents 16 or older.

It’s going to be another busy orange barrel season in Wayne County.

“The demand for the vaccine is overwhelming,” said Ingham County Health Officer Linda S. Vail. I ask the public to please be patient with health department staff as we try to assist everyone. It depends on where you live: You have to You have to check with your local health department because they will have different capacities and workflows. You can figure out the name of the local health department for your county using this map. If there is no link for your local health department, you can check back tomorrow, as this page will be updated regularly.

DETROIT – Street racing has been declared a public nuisance in southeastern Michigan’s Wayne County following a vote by county commissioners. The new ordinance allows police to impound vehicles and equipment used in street racing. County Executive Warren Evans said the new measure provides law enforcement with tools to help keep neighborhood streets safe. “For their own safety and for the safety of other motorists and pedestrians, would-be racers need to stay off Wayne County streets. “Street racing does endanger lives, has caused injuries, and fatalities and I have witnessed it first hand,” Evans said.

DETROIT – The Wayne County Public Health Division has issued an advisory, strongly recommending that all public, non-public and boarding schools in the county’s jurisdiction should shift to remote learning through Jan. 15, 2021. “We have reached a point in the pandemic that we hoped the County would never see,” said Wayne County Executive Warren C. Evans. “Wayne County includes many tightly knit communities and we cherish our time together with our families. The recommendation addresses “an age group that can spread COVID-19 without showing signs or symptoms,” officials said. “We are working extremely closely with our school districts to prevent further spread,” said Dr. Mouhanad Hammami, Wayne County chief health strategist.

DETROIT – Wayne County Executive Warren C. Evans, in partnership with Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, the Michigan National Guard and the City of Dearborn Heights are offering free drive-through testing for non-symptomatic individuals at Hype Athletics Center. “Wayne County will continue to slow the spread of COVID-19 and make out communities safer,” said Evans. Tests will be administered by Michigan National Guard personnel, while volunteers from Wayne County Executive’s office and the City of Dearborn Heights will conduct traffic management and registration for participants. “We are standing with our communities to protect our Wayne County residents,” said Evans. Hype Athletics is located at 23302 W. Warren Avenue in Dearborn Heights.

The Wayne County Health Department issued an emergency public health order on Oct. 8 requiring residents to continue taking steps to prevent the spread of coronavirus. Wayne County officials say requirements listed in Thursday’s order essentially carry on health and safety precautions previously ordered by Michigan Gov. The Wayne County Health Department is reinforcing these measures by deeming them active and enforceable in the county through their own emergency order. Officials say schools under the jurisdiction of the Wayne County Health Department are also required to continue following the state’s Return to School plan. Wayne County officials say the emergency order is effective immediately and is expected to remain in effect until at least Oct. 23.

“We know social distancing and properly wearing a face mask are among the most effective ways to control the spread of COVID-19. The new orders will continue these life-saving public health measures. Evans added Wayne County will continue with informational enforcement of the orders as it has done since the pandemic began. Under informational enforcement, public health officials will monitor compliance, working to help businesses and individuals understand and adhere to the public health orders. For more information on facial mask and social distancing guidelines, click here.

Some Michigan counties are issuing local emergency orders to ensure coronavirus safety measures continue after the state Supreme Court struck down months of orders made by Gov. This is a public health advisory from the St. Clair County Health Department, not a mandate. Click here to read more about Washtenaw County’s recent emergency public health orders. The county health department issued another emergency order on Oct. 9 clarifying that some of Gov. Wayne County Executive Warren C. Evans said the Wayne County Public Health Division and his administration continue to review the state Supreme Court’s ruling.

DETROIT – Wayne County Executive Warren C. Evans is urging the governor, the Legislature, and the leaders of Michigan’s most populous counties to take the next 19 days to devise a comprehensive, facts-based approach to control the spread of COVID-19. Evans said the plan should keep residents safe and recognize the unique challenges different regions face. The governor’s emergency orders with respect to COVID-19 will expire on Oct. 23. “No county has suffered more under the pandemic than Wayne County,” Evans said. He added Wayne County will work with the state and its regional neighbors on coming up with a comprehensive, long-term pandemic response.

DETROIT Wayne County will provide more than $4.8 million through a partnership with the Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency to provide critical assistance to residents in need due to the economic fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic. The plan was approved Thursday, June 4 by an unanimous vote through the Wayne County Commission. The shutdowns and social distancing measures are essential to keeping Wayne County residents safe and healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic, said Wayne County Executive Warren C. Evans. These programs will be managed by the Wayne Metropolitan Community Action AgencyMetropolitan Community Action Agency. Anyone seeking assistance should contact Wayne Metro at (313) 388-9799 and or click here to see if they are eligible.

DETROIT - Officials from Detroit and Wayne County unveiled a proposed program that would help thousands of residents avoid foreclosure. Wayne County Executive Warren C. Evans, Mayor Mike Duggan and Wayne County Treasurer Eric Sabree called on the state legislature to implement a sweeping new approach to assist tens of thousands of Detroiters and Wayne County residents who owe back property taxes avoid foreclosure. "Pay as You Stay" would help more than 31,000 Detroit homeowners stay in their homes by eliminating interest, penalties and fees and making payment plans affordable for those who need them." The "Pay as You Stay" plan would be administered by the Wayne County Treasurer's Office, and open for enrollment for three years after the program launches. "This proposal is one of many steps being taken in the right direction to help residents be able to afford to stay in their homes," said Rep. Byrd.