Whitmer says surprise Ford plant announcement was wake-up call to update state economic plan
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, for the first time, said that Michigan had a "dysfunctional" economic development strategy and that's part of the reason Ford Motor Company ignored Michigan and is building two new car battery plants down South.
Whitmer considers petition drive for school gun safety legislation
In her upcoming legislative negotiations, it is certain that metal detectors will be under consideration - and the daily searching of student backpacks.
Gov. Whitmer isolating from husband after he tests positive for COVID-19
The governor, who has no symptoms, had a negative rapid test Tuesday and is awaiting the results of a PCR test out of an abundance of caution, a spokesperson says.
Whitmer signs new Michigan law allowing public schools to use non-teaching staff as substitutes
A new bill signed last week will work as a temporary stopgap for the growing pressure schools and teachers face amid staff shortages and educator burnout.
Gov. Whitmer, AG Nessel say they support Joe Biden's COVID-19 vaccine mandate
A challenge to the president's vaccine mandate will be heard in a Supreme Court session in early January.
Michigan 'in for another 4-6 weeks' of COVID-19 surge as omicron sweeps through state, Whitmer says
As holiday travel kicks into full gear, concerns have morphed into alarms for many hospitals and doctors as Michigan manages some of its worst hospitalization numbers of the pandemic.
New $1B economic development fund is geared to state compete on 'even playing field
Ford Motor Company announced investments in the billions going to new plants in Kentucky and Tennessee recently, bypassing the state of Michigan and leaving its leaders out in the proverbial cold. Thanks to new legislation, it likely won't happen again.
Whitmer in Detroit Monday for new $1B economic development bill signing
A new General Motors battery plant is among the projects that Michigan had hoped to court with its new economic funding plan.
Whitmer on Covid cases, safety in schools, helping Oxford High School heal
From COVID-19 to the Oxford School shooting, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer talks about every major issue Michigan residents are concerned about - and then some.
Gov. Whitmer lays flowers at Oxford high school memorial
Both Gretchen Whitmer and Dave Coulter could be seen embracing each other at the memorial Thursday morning before laying flowers at its base. The memorial has continued to grow since the tragedy on Nov. 30.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's statement on Oxford High School shooting: “My heart breaks”
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer said her heart has broken for students and families after high school students were killed Tuesday afternoon at Oxford High School.
In governor race, insurance change impacting catastrophic injury fund becomes heated issue
"Well of course it bothers me," Whitmer said. "I am concerned about it, but we can't legislate and make a perfect system for everyone."
GOP governor candidate Kevin Rinke compares legacy of failed car the Yugo to Whitmer's
The former car guy spoke about his views on the alleged rigging of the last presidential election, carrying guns into schools and comparing Whitmer to the old Yugo automobile.
Whitmer: More COVID-19 guidance from Michigan health department coming soon
More COVID-19 guidance from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is expected soon.
Gov. Whitmer addresses rise in Michigan COVID-19 cases, says more health department guidance is coming soon
More COVID-19 guidance is expected soon from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said.
Gov. Whitmer proposes $300 million to replace lead lines for local utilities
Of the $6.5 billion in federal funding that Michigan received in March, $5.7 billion has yet to be spent.
Whitmer vetoes bill that would prohibit state from fining employees for 1st-time Covid violations
The Michigan governor said it would cause the state to fall below minimum workplace safety standards.
Whitmer signs bill to repeal Michigan's ‘tampon tax’
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has signed the first of two bipartisan bills to repeal the tampon tax in Michigan.
Ballot drive launched to bypass Gov. Whitmer's veto of school voucher plan
The proposals would let Michigan students attend private schools and pay other educational expenses with scholarship accounts funded by people and corporations that would get equivalent income tax credits for their donations.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer calls for auto insurance industry to refund Michigan drivers billions
According to a letter sent from the governor to the Michigan Catastrophic Claims Association, the group reported a $5 billion surplus.