Michigan 2-month-old with COVID-19 died from birth defect

Earlier this week, Michigan's Chief Medical Executive Dr. Joneigh Khaldun announced the state had its youngest victim of COVID-19, a 2-month-old who had died this month. She did not provide further details about the baby, only to say the newborn "died from COVID-19".

Michigan reports 483 new COVID-19 cases, 15 new deaths on Saturday

On Saturday , September 19, 2020, the state of Michigan announced 483 new cases of COVID-19 and 15 additional deaths have been linked to the virus. The deaths announced today includes 12 deaths identified during a Vital Records review

University of Michigan reports cluster of COVID-19 cases in South Quad

The University of Michigan reported on Thursday that there is a cluster of COVID-19 cases in South Quad Residence Hall, primarily on the 6th and 8th floors.

11 more large houses near Michigan State quarantined due to COVID-19, two removed 

Ingham County health officials have identified 11 more large houses near Michigan State University's campus where there are known exposures to the COVID-19 virus. 

Novi HS moves classes online, postpones athletics after 5 students test positive

Michigan school system's ability to navigate COVID-19 infections in their district is being put to the test as Novi High School moves to virtual learning for the next two days after five students test positive for the virus. All games and practices have also been canceled.

Up-and-coming Detroit suit maker reinventing his 'Dandy' brand amid COVID-19

A Detroit designer was making his mark in the city with his custom suits until the pandemic hit. Now the man behind the brand Dandy, Nelson Sanders, is forced to adjust to the times with his clothing and customers.

Grand Valley State University students ordered to stay in place for 2 weeks

Students at Grand Valley State University were ordered Wednesday to hunker down for two weeks due to a spike in coronavirus cases linked to the western Michigan campus.

Michigan Chief Medical officer says 2-month-old died from COVID-19

During Wednesday's COVID-19 from Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Dr. Joneigh Khaldun, and other leaders in the state, Dr. Khaldun announced a 2-month-old had died from the virus.

Families all smiles as nursing facility visits resume in Michigan

After six months of separation, nursing homes are finally allowing in-person visits, cause for celebration for families who haven't seen their loved ones since the pandemic began.

Utica HS football home opener canceled after player contracted COVID-19

The Utica High School football team is on a two-week quarantine after a player contracted COVID-19 off-campus, meaning the team's home opener has been canceled.

Mandatory 2-week quarantine ordered for 30 East Lansing properties, including 23 fraternities and sororities

The Ingham County Health Department is ordering 30 large houses in East Lansing, including 23 fraternity and sorority houses, to quarantine for the next two weeks due to exposure to coronavirus (COVID-19).

Farmington Civic Theater getting creative to stay afloat during pandemic shutdown

The Farmington Civic Theater, an iconic business in Farmington is still shut down because of the pandemic, but they're getting creative to keep the cash flowing.

Local MSU students urged to self-quarantine after officials confirm 342 COVID-19 cases

Officials with Michigan State University have announced that at least 342 people affiliated with the university have test positive for coronavirus since August 24. 

Detroit's Wright Museum has lost 40% of its budget since COVID-19 hit

COVID-19 has brought an incredible threat to Detroit's Charles H. Wright Museum, one of the few African-American museums of its kind in the nation.