Voters will decide in November which of the two will succeed popular three-term Mayor Mike Duggan, who is running as an independent for Michigan’s open governor’s seat in 2026.

Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield and the Rev. Solomon Kinloch are headed to the general election in the race for Detroit mayor.

The upcoming mayoral election presents a pivotal decision for Detroit as it seeks to chart a new course after 12 years under Duggan's leadership. Sheffield's primary victory positions her to potentially become the city's first female mayor, while Kinloch's candidacy brings a voice representing Detroit's faith and grassroots communities.