Whitmer, other mayors praise Covid relief, call lack of agreement during pandemic 'a shame'
Congress just passed one of the biggest relief packages ever, and not one Republican supported it. City and state leaders say it's a shame that the bill passed during a national crisis still drew party-line votes.
Congress just passed one of the biggest relief packages ever, and not one Republican supported it. City and state leaders say it's a shame that the bill passed during a national crisis still drew party-line votes.
Power struggle between Michigan governor, GOP Legislature could put COVID-19 funds at risk
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and the Republican-led Legislature have 60 days to decide how to spend federal COVID-19 relief funds.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and the Republican-led Legislature have 60 days to decide how to spend federal COVID-19 relief funds.
On Michigan's one-year COVID-19 anniversary, infections tick back up
One year ago today, Michigan identified its first cases of COVID-19. Since then, hundreds of thousands have been infected and another 16,000 died.
One year ago today, Michigan identified its first cases of COVID-19. Since then, hundreds of thousands have been infected and another 16,000 died.
Mackinac Center sues state for nursing home death data
“It is essential that the public have access to data about nursing home deaths in Michigan,” said Steve Delie.. "Unfortunately, rather than simply providing anonymous data, the state has refused to shed light on this important matter."
“It is essential that the public have access to data about nursing home deaths in Michigan,” said Steve Delie.. "Unfortunately, rather than simply providing anonymous data, the state has refused to shed light on this important matter."
Gov. Whitmer signs $2.5B COVID-19 funding recovery plan, calls for remaining funds to be allocated
Gov. Whitmer signed legislation to fund COVID-19 relief in Michigan but said remaining funds need to be allocated.
Gov. Whitmer signed legislation to fund COVID-19 relief in Michigan but said remaining funds need to be allocated.
Whitmer: turn outdoor lights on Wednesday to honor Covid victims
The Michigan governor wants every resident to turn their home's outside light on from 8 to 9 p.m. Wednesday to remember the thousands of residents who died from COVID-19.
The Michigan governor wants every resident to turn their home's outside light on from 8 to 9 p.m. Wednesday to remember the thousands of residents who died from COVID-19.
FBI agent testifies against 'Wolverine Watchmen' in court for alleged Whitmer plot prelim
The agent said the trio has a specific weapon plan, became tactically trained, and recruited others communicating under a cloak of secrecy.
The agent said the trio has a specific weapon plan, became tactically trained, and recruited others communicating under a cloak of secrecy.
Whitmer emphasizes importance of fixing Michigan infrastructure during visit to crumbling Dearborn bridge
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer discussed the importance of fixing bridges while visiting a crumbling Dearborn bridge on Wednesday.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer discussed the importance of fixing bridges while visiting a crumbling Dearborn bridge on Wednesday.
Michigan GOP-led legislature passes $4.2B virus plan without Whitmer's input
Michigan lawmakers have approved a $4.2B COVID-19 plan without input from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, meaning it could still be vetoed.
Michigan lawmakers have approved a $4.2B COVID-19 plan without input from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, meaning it could still be vetoed.
Whitmer says she doesn’t plan to extend Michigan National Guard mission in D.C.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer does not plan to extend National Guard troops who are currently serving in Washington D.C.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer does not plan to extend National Guard troops who are currently serving in Washington D.C.
Michigan to allow indoor, outdoor visitation at nursing homes
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced that visits will be allowed inside and outside at nursing homes.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced that visits will be allowed inside and outside at nursing homes.
State GOP demand answers of Whitmer's 'hush-money' payment of ex-state health director
Robert Gordon's confidentiality agreement and a $155,000 payout he received from Whitmer is now under investigation. Republicans want answers about the state's policies they say have led to more than 24,000 residents in long-term care facilities being infected with COVID-19.
Robert Gordon's confidentiality agreement and a $155,000 payout he received from Whitmer is now under investigation. Republicans want answers about the state's policies they say have led to more than 24,000 residents in long-term care facilities being infected with COVID-19.
Michigan Gov. Whitmer loosens COVID-19 restrictions on restaurants, other establishments
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced new guidelines for restaurants, nursing homes, gyms, and recreational facilities on Tuesday, rolling back a series of restrictions across the state.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced new guidelines for restaurants, nursing homes, gyms, and recreational facilities on Tuesday, rolling back a series of restrictions across the state.
Here are the newest Michigan COVID-19 restriction changes
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer eased numerous COVID-19 restrictions on Tuesday.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer eased numerous COVID-19 restrictions on Tuesday.
Whitmer doesn't answer questions on MDHHS director's $155K payout, citing seperation agreement
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer said terms of the separation agreement prevent her from speaking about the resignation of former MDHHS Director Robert Gordon and about the payment of more than $155,000.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer said terms of the separation agreement prevent her from speaking about the resignation of former MDHHS Director Robert Gordon and about the payment of more than $155,000.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, MDHHS director announce restrictions lifted
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer will speak at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, March 2 and will be joined by the MDHHS director. In the past, this has meant changes to COVID-19 restrictions.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer will speak at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, March 2 and will be joined by the MDHHS director. In the past, this has meant changes to COVID-19 restrictions.
Former Michigan health director Robert Gordon getting $155,000 payout
Michigan's former health chief who resigned from his post shortly after the state supreme court stripped the governor of her emergency powers, is getting a hefty sum as part of a separate agreement.
Michigan's former health chief who resigned from his post shortly after the state supreme court stripped the governor of her emergency powers, is getting a hefty sum as part of a separate agreement.
Advocates launch ballot drive to open Michigan governor, legislature to public-records requests
Michigan is one of just two states that exempt the governor's office and the legislature from open-records requests. Efforts to end exemptions have died in the state Senate in recent years.
Michigan is one of just two states that exempt the governor's office and the legislature from open-records requests. Efforts to end exemptions have died in the state Senate in recent years.
Coronavirus numbers continue falling, state keeping close eye on expanding mutation
More than half-a-million Michigan residents are now fully vaccinated from COVID-19.
More than half-a-million Michigan residents are now fully vaccinated from COVID-19.
Macomb County restaurants band together to sue Michigan over COVID-19 restrictions
Bar and restaurant owners throughout Michigan have seen their hard work evaporate in just 12 months due to closures from the COVID-19 pandemic. Now Macomb County business owners are banding together to sue the state for damages.
Bar and restaurant owners throughout Michigan have seen their hard work evaporate in just 12 months due to closures from the COVID-19 pandemic. Now Macomb County business owners are banding together to sue the state for damages.