Congresswoman Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick, a tireless advocate for Detroit, dies at age 80

DETROIT (AP) — Former Detroit Congresswoman Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick has died at age 80, according to her family.

The family announced Cheeks Kilpatrick's death Wednesday in a statement, calling her a “tireless warrior” for Detroit and an “unwavering champion for her constituents.”