We talked with Detroiters as they looked for relief at a water affordability fair.

Residents say they get less opportunity to negotiate when water shut-off looms.

Companies that insured Detroit's debt also made other bad bets.

Why the California state pension system cares about Detroit's bankruptcy.

"Even the Russians are admitting that they are having an impact," Secretary Jack Lew said.

GM has replaced some senior executives and established a new engineering division devoted to safety and quality.

Half the bankrupt city's residents are delinquent on their water bills. Businesses, schools and the city itself owe more than $50 million in unpaid water bills.

If the judge approves, a new agreement could be a big step toward the city getting out of bankruptcy.