James Craig, Detroit Police Chief

Ex-Detroit Police Chief James Craig announces 'Hollywood Craig is back' in mayoral bid
Former Detroit Police Chief James Craig formally announced his mayoral bid Wednesday, kicking off his campaign with, "Hollywood Craig is back" to reporters at an east side barber shop. Craig stressed the next mayor needs to focus on investing in schools,
Former police chief James Craig enters Detroit mayor's race
Former police chief James Craig says Detroit should elect him mayor based on his ties to the city and history as a public servant, not his political party. Why it matters: Craig is the only stated Republican so far in the nonpartisan race to lead a heavily Democratic city.
Former Detroit Police Chief James Craig announces run for mayor
As part of his mayoral campaign, Craig says he's "promising a mayoral administration rooted in integrity, stability, and economic opportunity for all Detroiters."
Former DPD Police Chief James Craig Launches Mayoral Bid from Detroit Barbershop
The barbershop is a sacred space in Black communities. It’s where brothers gather to decompress, sharpen their fades, and speak their truth without pretense. It’s a place of unfiltered dialogue, a sanctuary where the outside world’s expectations can be left at the door.
Former Detroit Police Chief James Craig explores running for Detroit mayor
Former Detroit Police Chief James Craig has taken official steps to be a candidate for Detroit mayor, joining an already competitive race to succeed Mayor Mike Duggan.
Detroit Evening Report: Former Detroit Police Chief James Craig eyes mayoral run
Former Detroit Police Chief James Craig is filing paperwork to run for mayor in this year’s election. Subscribe to the Detroit Evening Report on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org
Former Detroit Police Department chief, political candidate set to run for mayor
Former Detroit Police Department Chief James Craig formed a candidate committee to run for mayor in the 2025 election.
Former police chief James Craig to announce run for Detroit mayor
The former longtime Detroit police chief is expected to announce his candidacy for mayor at a press conference Wednesday at 11 a.m. (watch above in our live player). Craig will be making the announcement from Executive Cuts on Jos Campeau in Detroit.
Former Police Chief James Craig announces Detroit mayoral bid
Craig, who also ran for governor and the U.S. Senate, outlined his priorities Wednesday, including supporting small businesses and boosting public safety.
James Craig announces run for mayor of Detroit
The former Detroit police chief spoke with the media from a small business Wednesday, officially launching his mayoral campaign.
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James Craig joins crowded Detroit mayoral field as sole Republican, pledges White House access
Former Detroit Police Chief James Craig formally announced his candidacy to be the city’s next mayor on Wednesday. He joins a ...
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As the 2026 race for Detroit mayor heats up, here are the candidates so far
The race in 2026 for Detroit mayor is heating up and it's going to be a unique one. Voters are sharing their take on the upcoming mayoral election and how they view the widening race.
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Prosecutors review warrant request in deaths of children at Detroit casino
The Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office has confirmed it received a warrant request in the deaths of two children in the parking ...