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.

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.

Some of Michigan's first round of second vaccinations about to begin
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Beaumont Hospital is readying up to begin administering the first round of second doses of the Pfizer vaccine to its health care workers. The hospital has boosted its capacity to more than 3,200 people a day.

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.

Businesses reliant on New Years Eve patronage straining to make it through year
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With event closures and social distancing policies enacted, New Years Eve will be a quiet holiday for citizens this year. Businesses that typically rely on sales for the holiday are hurting because of it.

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

Barstool Sports fundraising comes to rescue for Brighton restaurant
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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.

COVID-19 vaccination clinic opens at the Big House
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The new Pfizer vaccine is now being administered to health care workers at the state's biggest stadium where the country's roll out of the coronavirus treatment reaches more people.

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. 

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.