Wayne County Prosecutor to dismiss all charges issued under Whitmer's COVID executive orders

Wayne County Prosecutor's Office announced on Monday that it would be dismissing all charges filed against people for violating the COVID-19 executive orders issued by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in 2020.

Detroit schools want return to face-to-face learning by early March

On Feb. 24, the Detroit public schools district will reopen its learning centers to offer support for some families as it prepares for a return to in-person learning. "The hope is that this can begin by early to mid-march."

Michigan restaurants and bars will reopen indoor service Monday with curfews and capacity limits

After several months of indoor closures, the state has lifted its ban on indoor dining. Restaurants and bars will have to abide by several rules that limit capacity, mandate distance between tables, and require closing at 10 p.m.

COVID-19 vaccine scams ramping up, experts say beware

"No one from Henry Ford or any other reputable healthcare provider or government agency will call you to ask you to pay for the vaccine or to turn over highly confidential personal information," Riney said. "No one will do that. If you get a call, hang up."

Beaumont doctor's wife writes to NFL commissioner who responds with free Super Bowl tickets

While the pandemic is far from over, Dr. Shamoon is incredibly grateful to be among the front-line workers honored on Sunday. And as his wife wrote in her email to the NFL, not all heroes wear capes - these heroes wear masks. 

Young doctor becomes patient before beating breast cancer
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She was working long hours in April 2020 in the ER, as hospitals were overwhelmed with COVID-19 patients. when she was diagnosed with breast cancer.

CDC study urges more ‘efficient and equitable administration’ of COVID-19 vaccines

A recent study released by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revealed that a more “efficient and equitable administration” of COVID-19 vaccines needs to be a high priority after preliminary data showed mostly non-Hispanic White women received the COVID-19 vaccine so far.

Masks now required on all public transportation, CDC says

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a mandate that builds on an executive order from President Joe Biden that requires mask-wearing in most public spaces.

Customers return for indoor dining with pandemic restrictions still ongoing

Keep in mind that there might be longer than usual wait times to dine-in at certain restaurants due to the reduced capacity rule as well as be prepared to leave your information for contact tracing.

Beaumont says 2,700 people scheduled a vaccine appointment using "backdoor" pathway

A user located a vulnerability in the hospital chain's scheduling system that books appointments for COVID-19 vaccines, enabling thousands of people to cut in line for an appointment.

Michigan restaurants reopen after 75 days of closure due to pandemic

Michigan restaurants and bars are once again open for business for indoor dining and serving after the pause enacted in November has been lifted.

Roak Brewing in Royal Oak announces closing of taproom Feb. 1

The brewery, which opened its taproom in Royal Oak five years ago, plans to still sell its beer at local retailers. It is brewed out of Marshall, Michigan.

Fauci hopes COVID-19 vaccination for children will happen by late spring, early summer

The U.S. government's top infectious disease expert, Dr. Anthony Fauci, said Friday that he hopes children will begin to be vaccinated for COVID-19 by late spring or early summer.

SC 17-year-old dies from MIS-C, inflammatory condition associated with COVID-19

A teenager died this week from multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C) associated with COVID-19, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) announced Friday.

MHSAA cites low transmission between high school sports personnel in bid for more winter sports

Parents and student-athletes from Michigan school districts made a desperate plea to the legislature to overturn a ban on winter sports that has kept many students from competition for the past several months. The Michigan High School Athletic Association is expected to brief media on a study later today.