The race for Wayne County Sheriff is heating up with allegations of dirty politics, and Wednesday night, a judge agreed, shutting down a campaign mailer taking aim at current Sheriff Raphael Washington.

Nonprofits and activists say this turnout demonstrates the grassroots effort that’s vital for lasting change.

As the war in Ukraine drags on, Detroit police and the Wayne County Sheriff’s Department are doing something to help. Both departments have teamed up with other agencies in Wayne County to send dozens of retired Special Response Team bulletproof vests to those who need them in Ukraine.