Walk in and get a free vaccine without an appointment starting today
Mass vaccination week starts Saturday, May 1st; check out the list of places, dates, and times to receive a vaccine.
Mental Health Matters: Take a free online screening, receive resources to help
Easterseals of Michigan is offering free mental health screenings and resources to help people who are struggling.
US to restrict travel from India starting May 4 over COVID-19 surge
The U.S. will restrict travel from India starting on May 4, the White House said Friday, citing a devastating rise in COVID-19 cases and the emergence of dangerous variants.
Cedar point won't require masks or limit capacity on rides this year - here's what else to know
The amusement park will open to the public on May 14. While some protocols will be the same as last year, the park has also updated its mask and capacity limits.
Community Housing Network says pandemic has made homeless' need greater than ever
"The pandemic has had a dramatic economic effect on people with disabilities, people on fixed incomes, people who are in lower-income jobs, and that has resulted in a lot of need out there."
Child traveling with fully vaccinated parents becomes Hawaii’s 1st pediatric COVID-19 death
A child traveling with his vaccinated parents became Hawaii’s first pediatric COVID-19 death, the Hawaii Department of Health announced on Tuesday.
New restaurant owner can't find workers who want to give up unemployment payment
"I put out a basic signing bonus and there are many businesses that do it," he said. "And it was not an awful lot, it was $400, but I didn't even get a phone call, crickets."
CDC: Children’s summer camps should continue social distancing, mask-wearing to prevent COVID-19 spread
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said social distancing and mask-wearing need to continue at children's summer camps to prevent a COVID-19 outbreak.
Lt. Governor: Michigan able to pivot prior to J&J “pause”
Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist and other task force members recognize the work of the Michigan Coronavirus Task Force on Racial Disparities one year later.
Unemployment claims fall to 547,000, a new pandemic low
The number of Americans applying for unemployment aid fell last week to 547,000, a new low since the pandemic struck and a further encouraging sign that layoffs are slowing on the strength of an improving job market.
CDC: COVID vaccines appear safe for pregnant women
The CDC study, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, found the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines "do not indicate any obvious safety signals with respect to pregnancy."
EU regulator finds ‘possible link’ between J&J vaccine and rare clots, says benefits outweigh risks
Experts at the agency reiterated that the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine’s benefits outweigh the risks.
State Dept. to issue ‘do not travel’ advisories to 80% of countries amid ongoing COVID-19 pandemic
The department said the update to these advisories takes into account logistical factors, such as in-country testing availability and current travel restrictions for U.S. citizens.
Meadow Brook Hall offers COVID safe historic house tours
Meadow Brook Hall offers COVID safe tours of the historical site.
Some people may have to return their $1,400 stimulus check
While a lot of people who received the third stimulus check could really use it, unfortunately, some people may have to return the $1,400.
J&J COVID-19 vaccine pause to remain in place while officials seek more evidence on rare clots
The pause on Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine will remain in place for now after U.S. health advisers said they need more evidence to make any decision about the rare blood clots reported.
J&J COVID-19 vaccine pause: What to know if you received shot, have future appointment and more
What should you do if you got the J&J COVID-19 vaccine, or have an appointment to get one? Here’s what you need to know.
Should I be worried if I received the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine?
The CDC and FDA recommended a pause in the use of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine after blood clots were reported in six women.
Doctor: Risk of blood clots from Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine is ‘one in a million event’
A Michigan doctor reiterated that the chances of experiencing severe COVID-19 symptoms are very rare after the CDC and FDA recommended pausing use of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine due to blood clotting.
Why the Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccine is paused
The Johnson & Johnson vaccine is being paused in most places due to blood clotting identified in 6 women out of almost 7 million Americans who have been vaccinated.