Trump issues commendations to Operation Warp Speed members, including Fauci, Birx

President Donald Trump issued commendations to a number of people, including Dr. Anthony Fauci and Dr. Deborah Birx, for their contributions to Operation Warp Speed on his final day in office.

Want free weed? Walled Lake dispensary offering marijuana to anyone with a COVID-19 vaccine

GreenHouse of Walled Lake and Ubaked Cannabis Company in Burton are offering to give anyone a joint free of charge if they can show proof they received the COVID-19 vaccine.

$58.5 million available to Michigan businesses hurt by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions

Funds from the Michigan Economic Development Corp. are up for grabs for businesses hurt by the pandemic. Small businesses that were forced to close can apply for up to $20,000 in available money.

New COVID-19 strains shows possible 'resistance' to antibody, but not vaccines

President-elect Joe Biden’s nomination to head the CDC, Dr. Rochelle Walensky, said at least one new coronavirus strain has shown resistance to treatments - but insists the vaccines are still effective.

Michigan health officials identify new, more contagious COVID-19 strain in Washtenaw County

The first case in Michigan of the new COVID strain has been identified in an adult woman in Washtenaw county. Two new cases were in contact with the woman, but health officials aren't sure if they're carrying the new variant.

Wayne County appoints Deputy Chief Raphael Washington to sheriff

Wayne County has appointed Deputy Chief Raphael Washington to the position of sheriff. His predecessor, Benny Napoleon died of COVID-19 in December.

Michigan getting extra 60,000 doses next week as state lays out preliminary timeline for getting vaccinated

Michigan health officials were notified late Wednesday they will receive an additional 60,000 doses of Moderna vaccine from CVS and Walgreens, which have the vaccine stored in long-term care banks.

Microsoft, Oracle, Salesforce join effort to develop COVID-19 vaccination digital passport

The technology would allow individuals to obtain a copy of their immunization records through a digital wallet of their choice, such as Apple Wallet or Google Pay, while those without smartphones would receive paper printed with QR codes containing verifiable credentials.

2021 Fight for Air Climb to be held at Comerica Park in May

This year, participants won't be running up the Ally Building in February. Organizers chose an outdoor location: Comerica Park. And it won't be in February - this year it's going to be on May 23.

Gov. Whitmer says no specific threat of violence against Statehouse

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer said Wednesday that there is not a credible threat of violence ahead of the inauguration of Joe Biden but also said that law enforcement is ready.

Detroit kicks off vaccinations today, inoculating 400 at TCF Center

After a slow roll-out of the coronavirus vaccine, Detroit will begin administering the treatment to residents beginning Wednesday. It will inoculate 400 people over the age of 75 and anyone driving them over the age of 65 to start.

Detroit first responder couple who lost 5-year-old to COVID-19, receive vaccine together

"Like I told Vonnie before, there is a purpose why this happened let's take advantage, do something positive out of this, and get back to normal life for everyone," her mom said. "We are praying for all the families who have lost loved ones we appreciate all of the people who reaching out to us still praying for us cope." 

Michigan 'likely' to resume in-person dining on Feb 1 says beverage association

In a Facebook post, it said that after communicating with Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's Office, it expects an announcement from her at Wednesday's press conference related to the reopening plan. 

Trump admin. releases extra vaccines after request from Whitmer, 8 other governors

Following requests from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and 8 other governors, the Trump administration is releasing its stockpile of coronavirus vaccine doses. Whitmer also made a request to purchase 100,000 vaccines, which she says she hasn't heard back about.

Dealing with kids' concerns with COVID-19
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Dr. Benore is a pediatric psychologist at Cleveland Clinic Children's. He says you'll want to let children know they're safe and that the school is making these changes to help prevent the spread of coronavirus.