New unemployment filing schedule to help Michiganders apply for benefits

The day or time of day in which a claim is filed will not impact whether a worker receives benefits or their benefit amount. Additionally, claims will be back-dated to reflect the date in which a claimant was laid-off or let go from their job due to COVID-19. The eligibility window to apply has also been increased from 14 to 28 days from the date of their work stoppage.

President Trump approves Michigan's disaster declaration

On Friday he ordered federal assistance to supplement state, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic beginning on January 20, 2020, and continuing.

Trump slams Gov. Gretchen 'Half Whitmer' in new tweet over medical supplies

Trump tweeted tonight: "I love Michigan, one of the reasons we are doing such a GREAT job for them during this horrible Pandemic. Yet your Governor, Gretchen "Half" Whitmer is way in over her ahead, she doesn't have a clue. Likes blaming everyone for her own ineptitude! #MAGA"

Detroit liquor store owner concerned customers still rely on them for lottery

The owner of a liquor store in Detroit is concerned dozens of people still rely on them for lottery tickets every day, but are fearful they’ll get broken-into if the store closes temporarily.

Emergency room nurse begs Michiganders to stay home in Instagram video

An E.R. nurse with Ascension Health System shared a video on Instagram detailing the severity of the coronavirus in hospitals nowadays.

Employee at FCA Transport in Sterling Heights dies from coronavirus

The UAW was informedThursday of the FCA employee's death in a letter to members by UAW President Rory Gamble. No further details about the worker was made available.

Lincoln Park suspends curbside recycling pick-up amid coronavirus

Lincoln Park is announcing that beginning on Monday March 30, curbside recycling will be suspended due to the temporary closure of the GFL Recycling Plant.

US surgeon general says coronavirus in Detroit will worsen

Three Detroit-area counties -- Wayne, Oakland and Macomb -- account for 84% of the more than 3,600 people in Michigan confirmed to have COVID-19. At least 92 have died, most from the three-county region.

Oakland Animal Hospital adjusting to vet practices amid coronavirus

We talk with a vet practice in Rochester who’s still able to offer appointments to their clients during the coronavirus emergency.