Michigan governor further strengthens face mask rule, clarifies order at polling places
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer further strengthens the state's mask law by mandating businesses must enforce the rule and can't assume someone medically can't wear one.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer further strengthens the state's mask law by mandating businesses must enforce the rule and can't assume someone medically can't wear one.
West Bloomfield School District plans for online, hybrid learning for school year
As Michigan's fight against COVID-19 continues, school districts are preparing for the impending school year and, unless the state's cases start to trend in the opposite direction, West Blomfield School District is planning to split students into two groups with three days of remote learning and two days in school.
As Michigan's fight against COVID-19 continues, school districts are preparing for the impending school year and, unless the state's cases start to trend in the opposite direction, West Blomfield School District is planning to split students into two groups with three days of remote learning and two days in school.
Customer asks Detroit bar worker to wear a mask, sparking ugly tirade
The latest confrontation went down at Detroit's Starter's Bar and Grill bar when a bartender refused to wear a face covering.
The latest confrontation went down at Detroit's Starter's Bar and Grill bar when a bartender refused to wear a face covering.
Less customers using cash amid pandemic while coin supply runs short
In fact, a recent survey found 82-percent of consumers believe contact-less payment is the cleaner way to pay.
In fact, a recent survey found 82-percent of consumers believe contact-less payment is the cleaner way to pay.
Michigan Congresswomen pushing to extend federal unemployment benefits amid COVID-19
Some U.S. Representatives from Michigan are efforting to move a COVID-19 federal unemployment benefits extension through Washington amid the expiration later this month.
Some U.S. Representatives from Michigan are efforting to move a COVID-19 federal unemployment benefits extension through Washington amid the expiration later this month.
Michigan AG compares mask law to smoking ban as officials figure out how to enforce
It's been a law in Michigan for several months that everyone needs to wear a mask to slow the spread of COVID-19. Last week, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced it would now be punishable by a misdemeanor and a fine but that's caused some confusion for law enforcement agencies.
It's been a law in Michigan for several months that everyone needs to wear a mask to slow the spread of COVID-19. Last week, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced it would now be punishable by a misdemeanor and a fine but that's caused some confusion for law enforcement agencies.
Focus: HOPE in need of volunteers to help pack food boxes for seniors
Focus: Hope is in need of volunteers to help pack and deliver food boxes to senior citizens during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Focus: Hope is in need of volunteers to help pack and deliver food boxes to senior citizens during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Rental aid and legal assistance available for struggling renters
An estimated 10,000 Detroit residents could be facing homelessness as the state's moratorium on evictions is lifted. This added stress from the pandemic comes with some relief, including $11 million made available from the city's budget.
An estimated 10,000 Detroit residents could be facing homelessness as the state's moratorium on evictions is lifted. This added stress from the pandemic comes with some relief, including $11 million made available from the city's budget.
Activist group sues Detroit public schools to halt summer school due to coronavirus concerns
Royal, a Detroit schoolteacher is the lead name on the lawsuit. He is a member of the teachers union and a member of By Any Means Necessary or BAMN.
Royal, a Detroit schoolteacher is the lead name on the lawsuit. He is a member of the teachers union and a member of By Any Means Necessary or BAMN.
COVID-19 putting the brakes on many teens' driver ed plans
A driving school with dozens of locations in Michigan is turning away hundreds of students due to COVID-19 classroom size restrictions.
A driving school with dozens of locations in Michigan is turning away hundreds of students due to COVID-19 classroom size restrictions.
Romulus Athletic Center has taken steps to reopen, once allowed by Governor Whitmer
The 90,000 square foot facility offers a full fitness area, a walking track, basketball and volleyball courts, a five pool water park, dance and banquet rooms, plus daycare. It's all been closed since March.
The 90,000 square foot facility offers a full fitness area, a walking track, basketball and volleyball courts, a five pool water park, dance and banquet rooms, plus daycare. It's all been closed since March.
Detroit's Memorial Day set for August 31 to honor COVID-19 victims
In April, Detroit was one of the biggest hot spots for COVID-19 cases in the country. Thanks to an enormous effort by the city, the curve has been bent, and now Mayor Mike Duggan wants to honor the people who died from the virus.
In April, Detroit was one of the biggest hot spots for COVID-19 cases in the country. Thanks to an enormous effort by the city, the curve has been bent, and now Mayor Mike Duggan wants to honor the people who died from the virus.
Whitmer, Gilchrist team up with U-M, MSU coaches to urge Michiganders to wear masks
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will discuss Michigan's response to COVID-19 on Wednesday, July 15, one day after extending the state's state of emergency.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will discuss Michigan's response to COVID-19 on Wednesday, July 15, one day after extending the state's state of emergency.
City offering legal, financial help for Detroiters facing eviction
For those struggling with eviction during the pandemic, the city of Detroit is offering some assistance.
For those struggling with eviction during the pandemic, the city of Detroit is offering some assistance.
Mayor Mike Duggan to discuss Detroit's plan on evictions as moratorium ends
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan will discuss what plans the city will have to help renters as the state's moratorium on evictions ends Wednesday night.
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan will discuss what plans the city will have to help renters as the state's moratorium on evictions ends Wednesday night.
Michigan's moratorium on evictions ends tonight
Michigan's moratorium on evictions ends at midnight Wednesday, leaving thousands uncertain about the status of their living situation.
Michigan's moratorium on evictions ends at midnight Wednesday, leaving thousands uncertain about the status of their living situation.
Michigan teen incarcerated for not doing online schoolwork during COVID-19 pandemic, report says
A 15-year-old girl who attends Groves High School in Birmingham finished the school year in juvenile detention and is still there for not completing her school work from home during the COVID-19 pandemic.
A 15-year-old girl who attends Groves High School in Birmingham finished the school year in juvenile detention and is still there for not completing her school work from home during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Vehicle nearly collides with school bus exiting lot as protests against Detroit schools continue
During a particularly tense moment earlier Wednesday, as a school bus was leaving the terminal a white vehicle sped toward it and blocked it from going any further. This is the third day in a row protests have been underway at the bus lot.
During a particularly tense moment earlier Wednesday, as a school bus was leaving the terminal a white vehicle sped toward it and blocked it from going any further. This is the third day in a row protests have been underway at the bus lot.
During school board meeting Detroit teachers are fearful if classes resume in-person this fall
During the meeting, the board unanimously approved a plan that will allow in person learning and online learning if that is fully funded by the state. The board mentioned precautions in place as well as being flexible.
During the meeting, the board unanimously approved a plan that will allow in person learning and online learning if that is fully funded by the state. The board mentioned precautions in place as well as being flexible.
Veterans Affairs secretary tours Michigan sites delivering praise on COVID-19 response
Wilkie, secretary of Veterans Affairs, spent the last couple of days touring three Michigan VA hospitals. Our state has been one of the hardest hit by COVID-19. But Wilkie considers it ground zero when it came to how the VA should work.
Wilkie, secretary of Veterans Affairs, spent the last couple of days touring three Michigan VA hospitals. Our state has been one of the hardest hit by COVID-19. But Wilkie considers it ground zero when it came to how the VA should work.