How to make an appointment as Detroit expands COVID-19 vaccine rollouts
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan will discuss the process and plans to get more residents of Detroit the COVID-19 vaccine on Thursday, Jan. 7.
Michigan moves to 2nd phase of COVID-19 vaccinations, will treat elderly, essential workers
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will be speaking with the state's medical director Dr. Joneigh Khaldun at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021.
Bar and restaurant owners defying indoor dining ban or breaking it accidentally, deal with harsh penalties
A health department worker showed up at the restaurant in late December with a notice saying it was in violation of the order. The owner ripped it in half and later, along with some friends and employees, used it for target practice.
Amid COVID plasma shortage, Red Cross partners with NFL for chance to win big game tickets
Amid a plasma shortage from COVID-19 survivors, the American Red Cross is partnering with the NFL to give away tickets to the big game in 2022.
High schools across Michigan take different approach as in-person learning can resume
School districts across the state of Michigan are taking different approaches to in-person learning for high schoolers as restrictions were lifted this week from the MDHHS.
State shuts down defiant northern Michigan restaurant after continuing to operate without a license
A northern Michigan restaurant that has repeatedly defied state orders regarding the COVID-19 pandemic was shut down by an Ingham County judge after the store was found operating without a license.
Champ's Pub in Brighton among lucky few businesses to get Barstool Sports charity
With many small businesses teetering on the brink of collapse due to the pandemic, Barstool Sports and its founder have endeavored on a mission to raise as much money as possible to help them out. Among the lucky beneficiaries is Champ's Pub in Brighton
Big roll out at the Big House; University of Michigan opens vaccine clinic at stadium
The University of Michigan has launched a vaccination clinic at the Big House. It's the latest step local health departments have taken to get the vaccine to health care workers.
Funeral held for Wayne County Sheriff Benny Napoleon
A private funeral is being held Wednesday, Dec. 30 for Wayne County Sheriff Benny Napoleon, who died earlier this month at the age of 65 after contracting COVID-19.
Longtime Dearborn Heights mayor Daniel Paletko dies from COVID-19 complications
Daniel Paletko, the longtime mayor of Dearborn Heights has died suddenly at 70 from COVID-19, the city announced overnight.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signs $106M relief bill, extends unemployment benefits
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will be speaking on the state of COVID-19 during a news conference on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at 11:30 a.m.
Michigan reports 2,706 more COVID-19 cases on Saturday and 222 more deaths
On Saturday, January 9, 2020, the state of Michigan reported 2,706 more COVID-19 cases and 222 more deaths linked to the virus. The deaths announced today include 207 deaths identified during a Vital Records review.
Michigan to allow thousands to use Bridge Cards at restaurants
Michigan residents who rely on their Bridge Cards for food assistance can now use the benefits at restaurants in the state.
Gov. Whitmer 1-on-1 talks about dealing with 2020's challenges
She had to confront COVID-19 then she had to deal with a dam breaking in Midland. She also dealt with unrest and then her COVID-19 dispute with President Donald Trump turned her into a household name and she soaked up a ton of national TV exposure - not to mention becoming the target of an alleged kidnap plot and death threats.
$465M COVID-19 relief package for Michigan goes to Whitmer for approval
The $465 million has a big emphasis on small business grants. Up to $20,000 grants for businesses completely closed, and specific grants for individuals who’ve lost their jobs because of state Covid orders.
Your Take: Whitmer answers viewers about personal risk, COVID-19 vaccine distribution
"I think that COVID-19 threatens everyone's civil liberties," Whitmer said. "It threatens our ability to live and to live in a healthy way."