DETROIT – Mayor Mike Duggan announced Wednesday more help is available for Detroiters trying to avoid evictions amid the COVID-19 pandemic. July 15, 2020: Michigan coronavirus (COVID-19) cases up to 71,197; Death toll now at 6,085Gov. Duggan announced an additional $6 million are being added to a fund to help Detroit residents stay in their homes. The fund, totaling $11 million, pays for programs to offer residents legal and financial help. You can find more information on the official Detroit Eviction Prevention Resources website here, or by calling 866-313-2520MORE: Local News

DETROIT – Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan will hold a news briefing at 2 p.m. on Wednesday to discuss helpful resources available to Detroiters facing evictions. You can watch the briefing live in the video player above at 2 p.m.Duggan is expected to share details regarding a citywide memorial intended to acknowledge individuals impacted by COVID-19 amid the coronavirus pandemic. READ: Coronavirus in Michigan: Here’s what to know July 15, 2020The mayor is also expected to announce a $1.4 million investment into Connect 313, which will support digital inclusion programs. MORE: Local News