Detroit expands COVID-19 vaccine access to those 68 and older
The city of Detroit is expanding who can get the COVID-19 vaccines and says progress is being made on the supply issues.
Michigan expands food assistance for families affected by COVID-19 until June
Michigan announced on Thursday that Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are being extended by 15% through June of 2021.
Michigan's restaurants still set to reopen indoor dining Feb. 1 with restrictions
Michigan restaurants are still on track to reopen indoor dining on Feb. 1. However, they'll likely come with added restrictions.
Small group of bowling alleys sue state over indoor dining restrictions
Not all bowling alleys are represented in a new lawsuit against the state. Only five are listed as plaintiffs. It claims that if businesses can't fully operate with food service, then they are asking for some compensation from the state.
Lawmaker to help businesses with liquor licenses they spent thousands on, but couldn't use last year
Senator Lauwers is drafting legislation right now to pro-rate the cost of liquor licenses. He’ll have it on the Senate floor early next month.
Michigan restaurants can reopen Feb. 1 with 25% capacity limits
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer rolled back restrictions on indoor dining starting on Feb. 1, allowing restaurants and concessions at movie theaters and more to reopen with restrictions.
Michigan lifts indoor dining ban with new restrictions, stadiums can seat up to 500 people
Michigan restaurants and bars are now permitted to continue indoor service after months of closures. However, restaurants must abide by curfew rules and capacity limits.
Robert Gordon, director of Michigan Department of Health, abruptly resigns
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services director Robert Gordon abruptly resigned Friday afternoon, the same day that the state was reopening restaurants for indoor dining at a limited capacity and with a curfew.
Michigan reports 1,601 cases of COVID-19 and 16 deaths on Saturday
On Saturday, Jan. 23, 2021, the state of Michigan reported 1,601 cases of COVID-19 and 221 deaths linked to the virus. The deaths announced today includes 205 deaths identified during a Vital Records review.
2 new cases of COVID-19 UK variant confirmed in Washtenaw County
All three individuals are associated with the University of Michigan, according the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services on Thursday.
Detroit's receives 3,000 fewer COVID vaccines than expected
The City of Detroit says its COVID-19 vaccine supply is lower than expected but are adjusting their scheduling and switching to Moderna.
Michigan reports increase of 200K more vaccine doses distributed this week
As the doses of vaccine come into the state more and more people are getting their shots. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reporting 5.4 percent of people in Michigan 16 years and older have gotten their first dose of the vaccine.
Livonia nurse whose singing went viral, to perform at COVID-19 Memorial for Biden
Her chilling rendition brought everyone to tears. Lori Key's angelic voice went viral giving hope to hospital workers and patients at her hospital and across the country.
Detroit Police apologize after woman evicted with cops' help
Detroit Police apologize after woman evicted with cops' help
Henry Ford Health System expects to vaccinate up to 5,000 people per day
The rate of vaccinations against COVID-19 has been lower than many hoped but Henry Ford Health System says it expects to vaccinate more people soon.
Several Moderna COVID-19 vaccine shipments compromised after getting too cold, state says
McKesson said the cause of this, which impacted at least 21 shipments is under investigation, according to the state.
Health expert says new COVID-19 UK variant is more contagious, lead to more hospitalizations
Medical experts say while the COVID-19 vaccine appears to be effective with this new variant, children could be more at risk of getting sick.
$58.5 million available to Michigan businesses hurt by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions
Funds from the Michigan Economic Development Corp. are up for grabs for businesses hurt by the pandemic. Small businesses that were forced to close can apply for up to $20,000 in available money.
Michigan health officials identify new, more contagious COVID-19 strain in Washtenaw County
The first case in Michigan of the new COVID strain has been identified in an adult woman in Washtenaw county. Two new cases were in contact with the woman, but health officials aren't sure if they're carrying the new variant.
Wayne County appoints Deputy Chief Raphael Washington to sheriff
Wayne County has appointed Deputy Chief Raphael Washington to the position of sheriff. His predecessor, Benny Napoleon died of COVID-19 in December.