Detroit City Council Honors Local Legends with New Street Signs Across the City
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Large crowds packed the Detroit City Council chambers on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, as supporters rallied behind their favorite local heroes. By the end of the session, council members voted to approve honorary street name signs for five distinguished Detroiters. This secondary street naming program – which only allows up to five honorees citywide each year, drew 23 applications from across the city. Advocates from different neighborhoods turned out in force (over 100 people attended or called in) to make the case for their nominees. In the end, the Council selected an inspiring mix of figures in civil rights, faith, business, entertainment, and public service.
The unanimous approval means each honoree will have an official honorary sign posted at a…
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