Some officials concerned outstate highways won't share in road money from bond sales
Some outstate road officials have concerns now that the transportation commission has approved the governor's road bonding sale.
Some outstate road officials have concerns now that the transportation commission has approved the governor's road bonding sale.
Republicans ask how Whitmer plans to pay for State of the State promises
"When she started out, I was very optimistic when she said we don't want Lansing to become like Washington is, and that was really encouraging," said Andrea Schroeder (R-Independence Township). "And then in the next breath she blamed everything on the Republicans."
"When she started out, I was very optimistic when she said we don't want Lansing to become like Washington is, and that was really encouraging," said Andrea Schroeder (R-Independence Township). "And then in the next breath she blamed everything on the Republicans."
Gov. Whitmer delivers 2020 State of the State Address
From fixing the roads to healthcare, taking a look at what Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is expected to talk about in her State of the State address.
From fixing the roads to healthcare, taking a look at what Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is expected to talk about in her State of the State address.
Gov. Whitmer to deliver State of the State address tonight
Watch live on FOX 2 as Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivers her second State of the State address on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2020 at 7 p.m.
Watch live on FOX 2 as Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivers her second State of the State address on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2020 at 7 p.m.
Whitmer details plan for her Democratic response to Trump's State of the Union
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer details what kinds of things she wants to talk about during her response to the State of Union address delivered by President Trump.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer details what kinds of things she wants to talk about during her response to the State of Union address delivered by President Trump.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to give Democratic response to Pres. Trump's State of the Union
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer will deliver the Democratic response to President Donald Tump's State of the Union in February.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer will deliver the Democratic response to President Donald Tump's State of the Union in February.
Gov. Whitmer sends letter to Facebook's Zuckerberg asking to do more to curb hate speech
After a public Facebook group that called for violence against several women, Muslims, and Democratic lawmakers was shut down after its contents were reported by a weekly Detroit newspaper, Gov. Whitmer called on Facebook to do more to curb hate speech.
After a public Facebook group that called for violence against several women, Muslims, and Democratic lawmakers was shut down after its contents were reported by a weekly Detroit newspaper, Gov. Whitmer called on Facebook to do more to curb hate speech.
Legislation would ban almost all mobile electronic device use while driving
A new bill introduced in the State Senate would amend Michigan's distracted driving laws, broadening what would be illegal while operating a vehicle.
A new bill introduced in the State Senate would amend Michigan's distracted driving laws, broadening what would be illegal while operating a vehicle.
Great Lakes expected to break records in 2020 as Michigan cities struggle to prepare
After the Great Lakes broke record high levels in 2019, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is anticipating another record-breaking year in 2020. Michigan cities that struggled to mitigate the damage last year are finding it difficult to prepare for the same conditions this year.
After the Great Lakes broke record high levels in 2019, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is anticipating another record-breaking year in 2020. Michigan cities that struggled to mitigate the damage last year are finding it difficult to prepare for the same conditions this year.
Gordie Howe bridge will include 5 pedestrian bridges built over I-75
The Gordie Howe International Bridge team unveiled new renderings of what the bridge will look like on Thursday, showing off five new pedestrian bridges that will be part of the Michigan interchange work being completed.
The Gordie Howe International Bridge team unveiled new renderings of what the bridge will look like on Thursday, showing off five new pedestrian bridges that will be part of the Michigan interchange work being completed.
Road funding top of mind as legislature returning to session
With the Michigan Legislature returning to session, finding a new source for funding new road funding is top of mind for the governor and lawmakers.
With the Michigan Legislature returning to session, finding a new source for funding new road funding is top of mind for the governor and lawmakers.
Whitmer 2024? Democratic voters list Michigan governor as potential candidate
In an early 2024 poll, Democratic voters selected Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer as a candidate they would consider voting for president.
In an early 2024 poll, Democratic voters selected Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer as a candidate they would consider voting for president.
Michigan governor, GOP leadership kick of 2020 with major disagreement over gas tax
Gov. Whitmer said she had a commitment from GOP leaders in 2019 there would be legislative support for a gas tax increase after signing their no-fault plan. House Speaker Lee Chatfield said that isn't true.
Gov. Whitmer said she had a commitment from GOP leaders in 2019 there would be legislative support for a gas tax increase after signing their no-fault plan. House Speaker Lee Chatfield said that isn't true.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to deliver 2nd State of the State Jan. 29
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's second State of the State Address will be 7 p.m. Jan. 29.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's second State of the State Address will be 7 p.m. Jan. 29.
Utility fire, Flint water, Trump's conduct: Gretchen Whitmer reflects first year in office
Tim Skubick of FOX 2 interviewed Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer in the executive house where the two looked back at her first year in office.
Tim Skubick of FOX 2 interviewed Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer in the executive house where the two looked back at her first year in office.
Before she was governor, Gretchen Whitmer was a rebellious teen from Grand Rapids
Tim Skubick of FOX 2 interviewed Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer in the executive house where the two looked back at her growing up.
Tim Skubick of FOX 2 interviewed Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer in the executive house where the two looked back at her growing up.
Gov. Whitmer vetoes bill that would overturn ban on baiting deer
Gov. Whitmer has voted legislation that would have overturned Michigan's ban on bating deer or elk. While the restriction is used to reduce the spread of animal diseases, the bill's sponsor said the regulation pushed hunters away from the sport.
Gov. Whitmer has voted legislation that would have overturned Michigan's ban on bating deer or elk. While the restriction is used to reduce the spread of animal diseases, the bill's sponsor said the regulation pushed hunters away from the sport.
Michigan suing opioid distributors likening them to drug dealers
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Attorney General Dana Nessel are announcing a next step to take in the fight against Michigan's opioid epidemic.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Attorney General Dana Nessel are announcing a next step to take in the fight against Michigan's opioid epidemic.
Gas taxes and budget battles - Gov. Whitmer on her first year in office
From battling with the legislature to her road funding tax proposal, Gov. Whitmer says she has no regrets during her first year in office.
From battling with the legislature to her road funding tax proposal, Gov. Whitmer says she has no regrets during her first year in office.
Michigan sports betting, internet gambling goes to Whitmer's desk
Michigan's sports betting and internet gaming bills are making their way through the legilsatur and are expected to be signed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer soon.
Michigan's sports betting and internet gaming bills are making their way through the legilsatur and are expected to be signed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer soon.