Doctors concerned about possible holiday COVID-19 spike

Doctors are concerned about COVID-19 numbers increasing during the holiday season. "I've been telling everyone to stay away from their families," one doctor said.

Thanksgiving could make or break US COVID-19 response

Governors and mayors are ratcheting up mask mandates and imposing restrictions on small indoor gatherings that have been blamed for accelerating the spread of the coronavirus.

More families buying smaller turkeys, paring down Thanksgiving dinner

More and more people are opting to buy smaller turkeys this year as the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has the CDC and health experts discouraging travel and large family gatherings.

Man saves brother-in-law's life by becoming living organ donor

A Michigan family will be celebrating the one-year anniversary of transplant surgery and Thanksgiving at a distance this year.

Gov. Whitmer, MDHHS reminding Michiganders of COVID-19 safety guidance for Thanksgiving

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) today issued Thanksgiving celebration guidance for vulnerable populations to help ensure their health and safety and prevent the spread of COVID-19. 

OxyContin maker Purdue Pharama pleads guilty in criminal case, admits role in opioid crisis

Purdue Pharma pleaded guilty Tuesday to three criminal charges, formally admitting its role in an opioid epidemic that has contributed to hundreds of thousands of deaths over the past two decades.

Michigan reports 8,080 new cases and 103 deaths on Saturday

On Saturday, November 28, 2020, the state of Michigan announced 8,080 new COVID-19 cases and 103 more deaths. The deaths announced today include 70 deaths identified during a Vital Records review. 

Jeremih reportedly out of ICU after battling COVID-19, according to TMZ

Singer and Chicago native Jeremih is reportedly out of the ICU after battling COVID-19 for an unknown amount of time, according to TMZ.

Judge rejects restraining order request by Michigan restaurant association

A federal judge has ruled against an association of restaurant owners in Michigan who sued to stop health orders from closing indoor dining.

Wayne County advises remote learning for all schools until Jan. 15, 2021

The Wayne County Public Health Division released a Public Health Advisory making the strong recommendation that schools in Wayne County - public, non-public, and boarding schools in our jurisdiction - should temporarily shift to a remote learning model through Jan.15, 2021.

Fauci says Santa Claus is immune to COVID-19

According to Dr. Anthony Fauci, Santa Claus is coming to town, and thankfully, has “innate immunity” to the novel coronavirus infection.

Trump administration issues regulations aimed at lowering prescription drug prices

The Trump administration has issued regulations that could lower prescription drug prices. It’s unclear whether the rules will withstand expected legal challenges or what the Biden administration will do with them.