Michigan lawmakers approve $81 billion budget

The budget totals about $81 billion. Life is expensive right now everywhere, and Michigan is no exception. Based on the MIT Living Wage Calculator, for a single adult in Michigan, the "living wage" is estimated at $20.97 an hour. For two adults with one working parent and one child, it?s almost $36. A hot topic is the 24% tax on wholesale marijuana.

Grand Blanc church attack: Police body camera video released

Warning: This video although not graphic, may still be upsetting to some viewers. Grand Blanc Township police revealed bodycam video of officers responding to the mass shooter attack at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Oakland County Sheriff talks importance of security at houses of worship

The Oakland County Sheriff stopped by FOX 2 to discuss the extra attention his department is spending on security for houses of worship. In the aftermath of the church attack in Grand Blanc, sheriff Michael Bouchard said strong situational awareness will be needed to further protect those centers of faith.

Inside Michigan's $81B budget

After months of negotiations and missed deadlines, lawmakers have finally come up with a $81 billion budget plan that the governor is expected to sign.

Tigers fans react to Wild Card win against Cleveland

The win helps ease some of the pain of losing the division to Cleveland in the waning days of the season. Detroit once held a 15.5 game lead in the American League Central but, around the All Star break, the Tigers cooled off significantly from their red hot start ? just as Cleveland surged to steal the division in the waning days of the season.

Local TSA officers impacted by government shutdown

FOX 2 talked with those who represent TSA officers at airports across Michigan as workers on the front lines of air travel who are still showing up to keep passengers safe. Meanwhile, paychecks are caught in the middle of Washington's standoff.

Pulse of Politics: Israel & Hamas agree to first phase of peace deal

A major development in the two-year war between Israel and Hamas, as both sides agree to phase one of a peace deal. Pulse anchor Roop Raj and Pulse of Politics host Aaron Jordan discuss the developments that lead to the agreement. Plus, RE/MAX of Southeastern Michigan President Jeanette Schneider discusses how the government shutdown is impacting several key programs for homeowners.