Gov. Whitmer says she is open to banning assault weapons, expanding tobacco tax to vaping products
In part two of a 1-on-1 interview at her Lansing residence, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer said she is open to a ban on assault weapons.
In part two of a 1-on-1 interview at her Lansing residence, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer said she is open to a ban on assault weapons.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer talks possible auto-biography in exclusive interview
In part one of an exclusive interview from her residence, Whitmer discussed the possibility of an autobiography given her new political profile on the national stage.
In part one of an exclusive interview from her residence, Whitmer discussed the possibility of an autobiography given her new political profile on the national stage.
Whitmer talks abortion rights fight, turning around state population, and lagging EV sales
As 2023 comes to a close, FOX 2 is sitting down with state leaders to talk about past accomplishments and future plans as we head into the new year. We were joined by Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist in this latest installment.
As 2023 comes to a close, FOX 2 is sitting down with state leaders to talk about past accomplishments and future plans as we head into the new year. We were joined by Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist in this latest installment.
Whitmer pitches vehicle rebate program that offers car buyers thousands in savings
Combined with federal incentives, the governor pitched the MI Vehicle Rebate plan as a way of buyers saving $10,000 on a new electric car. She'll ask the legislature for $25 million to fund the project.
Combined with federal incentives, the governor pitched the MI Vehicle Rebate plan as a way of buyers saving $10,000 on a new electric car. She'll ask the legislature for $25 million to fund the project.
Whitmer repeals more restrictions on abortion access in Michigan
It's the final piece of the Reproductive Health Act that Democrats pushed through earlier this year.
It's the final piece of the Reproductive Health Act that Democrats pushed through earlier this year.
Michigan enacts one of country's boldest energy laws - 100% clean energy standard by 2040
There's some consternation over what counts as "clean energy" while others worry the law strips too much control from local governments. As of Tuesday's signing, Michigan is now home to one of the country's most ambitious energy goals.
There's some consternation over what counts as "clean energy" while others worry the law strips too much control from local governments. As of Tuesday's signing, Michigan is now home to one of the country's most ambitious energy goals.
Special primary election to fill state House seats requested for Jan. 30, general election in April
The vacancy splitting the chamber to a 54-54 deadlock was caused by Democrats Lori Stone being elected as Warren mayor and Kevin Coleman elected as Westland mayor.
The vacancy splitting the chamber to a 54-54 deadlock was caused by Democrats Lori Stone being elected as Warren mayor and Kevin Coleman elected as Westland mayor.
Whitmer signs Reproductive Health Act protecting, ensuring abortion access
"We’ve been fighting to protect abortion in Michigan for years," Whitmer said. "Roe v. Wade was repealed last year and our fight took on a whole new urgency."
"We’ve been fighting to protect abortion in Michigan for years," Whitmer said. "Roe v. Wade was repealed last year and our fight took on a whole new urgency."
Whitmer, other governors call for more funds to secure places of worship for Jews, Muslims
“My fellow governors and I are calling for an increase to the federal Nonprofit Security Grant Program so we can help keep people safe amid rising threats and violence targeted towards Jewish, Muslim, and Arab communities and houses of worship,” Whitmer said in a statement.
“My fellow governors and I are calling for an increase to the federal Nonprofit Security Grant Program so we can help keep people safe amid rising threats and violence targeted towards Jewish, Muslim, and Arab communities and houses of worship,” Whitmer said in a statement.
State House Democrat power balance may take hit with mayoral races in Warren, Westland
In other words, Governor Gretchen Whitmer's entire Democratic agenda in the short term will be decided by a relatively small number of voters in the two cities.
In other words, Governor Gretchen Whitmer's entire Democratic agenda in the short term will be decided by a relatively small number of voters in the two cities.
Whitmer signs new laws expanding rights of crime victims
The laws boost access to support services for domestic violence victims, ensures the blurring of images of victims shown in court, and expands the definition of certain misdemeanors.
The laws boost access to support services for domestic violence victims, ensures the blurring of images of victims shown in court, and expands the definition of certain misdemeanors.
New proposal would let governor pick university board of governors, not voters
"With all of the turmoil going on at MSU, I'm not so sure that we should make it more quickly happen," he said.
"With all of the turmoil going on at MSU, I'm not so sure that we should make it more quickly happen," he said.
Whitmer visits WSU, announces legislation protecting Affordable Care Act in Michigan
Governor Gretchen Whitmer was at Wayne State University Monday, promoting new legislation protecting the Affordable Care Act in Michigan.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer was at Wayne State University Monday, promoting new legislation protecting the Affordable Care Act in Michigan.
Detroit man sentenced after calling 911 and threatening to kill Gov. Whitmer, SOS Jocelyn Benson
A Detroit man was sentenced Tuesday after authorities say he called 911 and threatened to kill Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson.
A Detroit man was sentenced Tuesday after authorities say he called 911 and threatened to kill Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson.
Man stopped near Gov. Whitmer's Mackinac Island home worked on research against Democrats, report says
A man dressed in black who works for a group specializing in opposition research about Democrats was stopped while climbing a bluff near Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s summer residence on Mackinac Island in August.
A man dressed in black who works for a group specializing in opposition research about Democrats was stopped while climbing a bluff near Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s summer residence on Mackinac Island in August.
Whitmer calls latest allegations against MSU board chair 'deeply concerning'
An MSU trustee member has called for the board chair to be removed over allegations of violating the board's code of conduct, attempting wrongful influence over decisions, and bullying other members.
An MSU trustee member has called for the board chair to be removed over allegations of violating the board's code of conduct, attempting wrongful influence over decisions, and bullying other members.
'You Can in Michigan' campaign launched to increase state population, talent
From California to New York to Georgia, many will see "You Can in Michigan" advertisements that aim to showcase Michigan's attractions, promote talent and increase the state's population.
From California to New York to Georgia, many will see "You Can in Michigan" advertisements that aim to showcase Michigan's attractions, promote talent and increase the state's population.
Michigan leaders, residents unite to show solidarity with Israel
Michigan leaders and metro Detroit residents gathered on Oct. 9 to show Israel support following surprise attacks from Hamas that left hundreds dead over the weekend.
Michigan leaders and metro Detroit residents gathered on Oct. 9 to show Israel support following surprise attacks from Hamas that left hundreds dead over the weekend.
Michigan opens tuition-free community college scholarship to more adults
Adults between the ages of 21 and 24 in Michigan who have not yet earned a college degree can now enroll in a state program that provides a tuition-free community scholarship.
Adults between the ages of 21 and 24 in Michigan who have not yet earned a college degree can now enroll in a state program that provides a tuition-free community scholarship.
Whitmer issues statement on MSU's Mel Tucker investigation: 'We deserve better'
"As a survivor, I’m shocked. As a Spartan, I’m disappointed. As Governor, I want answers," she said.
"As a survivor, I’m shocked. As a Spartan, I’m disappointed. As Governor, I want answers," she said.