Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to lift remaining COVID-19 restrictions in coming days
The state's original plan was to lift the remainder of its COVID-19 restrictions by the beginning of July. But the governor is hinting at moving up that date.
The state's original plan was to lift the remainder of its COVID-19 restrictions by the beginning of July. But the governor is hinting at moving up that date.
Emails show Trump pressured DOJ over 2020 election results
The emails, released Tuesday by the House Oversight Committee, reveal in new detail how Trump, his White House chief of staff and other allies pressured members of the U.S. government to challenge the 2020 election over false claims.
The emails, released Tuesday by the House Oversight Committee, reveal in new detail how Trump, his White House chief of staff and other allies pressured members of the U.S. government to challenge the 2020 election over false claims.
Unlock Michigan targets health department's epidemic authority
After scoring a victory that neutered Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's emergency powers in the Michigan Supreme Court, Unlock Michigan is now taking aim at the public health department's epidemic orders.
After scoring a victory that neutered Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's emergency powers in the Michigan Supreme Court, Unlock Michigan is now taking aim at the public health department's epidemic orders.
G-7 Summit: Biden wants fellow leaders to call out, compete with China
China is not a G-7 member, but it was a top priority for President Biden on the second day of this year's summit.
China is not a G-7 member, but it was a top priority for President Biden on the second day of this year's summit.
Where should Michigan spend $6.5 billion? Whitmer wants $250 million for state parks
The state Senate also recommended $1.5 billion to replace 400 locally-owned bridges - five times as much as what the Michigan governor recommended before cash flowed into the state.
The state Senate also recommended $1.5 billion to replace 400 locally-owned bridges - five times as much as what the Michigan governor recommended before cash flowed into the state.
"XL Fleet" tech center opens, officials say it will boost the states growing EV economy
Governor Gretchen Whitmer attends the "XL Fleet" new electric vehicle technology center in Wixom that is expected to generate $1.2 million in investments and create about 50 jobs.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer attends the "XL Fleet" new electric vehicle technology center in Wixom that is expected to generate $1.2 million in investments and create about 50 jobs.
Bezos, Musk among the rich who paid little to no income taxes, ProPublica reports
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos paid no income tax in 2007 and 2011. Tesla founder Elon Musk’s income tax bill was zero in 2018.
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos paid no income tax in 2007 and 2011. Tesla founder Elon Musk’s income tax bill was zero in 2018.
Jan. 6 report says US Capitol Police were not prepared for riot
"The reason some of those police lines were breached was the lack of proper planning and the lack of equipment and training," Sen. Gary Peters said. "They did not have riot gear necessary to do that, the shields, helmets and protective clothing. Part of our recommendations is that you need to have plans - and there need to be exercises."
"The reason some of those police lines were breached was the lack of proper planning and the lack of equipment and training," Sen. Gary Peters said. "They did not have riot gear necessary to do that, the shields, helmets and protective clothing. Part of our recommendations is that you need to have plans - and there need to be exercises."
Whitmer reveals plan for state-funded free pre-K education
"This is gong to cost about $152 million a year, and we can enroll approximatley 17,400 additional kids in free pre-school," she said. And it will cost another $50 million in federal dollars in what the governor says is generally, a bi-partisan effort.
"This is gong to cost about $152 million a year, and we can enroll approximatley 17,400 additional kids in free pre-school," she said. And it will cost another $50 million in federal dollars in what the governor says is generally, a bi-partisan effort.
Frmr Detroit Police Chief James Craig praised by Detroit Democrat
When Detroit Police Chief James Craig announced his retirement in May, it was believed it would be so he could seek political office - namely the governor of Michigan. He quickly received support from many Republican leaders and is now garnering praise from a Detroit Democrat.
When Detroit Police Chief James Craig announced his retirement in May, it was believed it would be so he could seek political office - namely the governor of Michigan. He quickly received support from many Republican leaders and is now garnering praise from a Detroit Democrat.
Jeff Bezos plans to go to space aboard Blue Origin flight in July
Jeff Bezos, his brother and the winner of an auction will be aboard Blue Origin’s first human space flight on July 20.
Jeff Bezos, his brother and the winner of an auction will be aboard Blue Origin’s first human space flight on July 20.
Harris' plane returns after 'technical issue' ahead of visit to Latin America
Kamala Harris' first foreign trip as vice president was delayed ever so slightly Sunday as Air Force Two had to return 30 minutes into the flight due to a "technical issue."
Kamala Harris' first foreign trip as vice president was delayed ever so slightly Sunday as Air Force Two had to return 30 minutes into the flight due to a "technical issue."
Selfridge Air Base loses bid to become F35 training center
Macomb County's Selfridge Air Base won't be the home of the new F35 training center for the Air Force - at least, it's not the first choice.
Macomb County's Selfridge Air Base won't be the home of the new F35 training center for the Air Force - at least, it's not the first choice.
Facebook suspends Trump for 2 years after oversight board ruling
Former President Donald Trump has been suspended from Facebook for two years after an oversight board ruling, the social media company announced.
Former President Donald Trump has been suspended from Facebook for two years after an oversight board ruling, the social media company announced.
Whitmer proposes spending Michigan's budget surplus on $15 wage, child care, small business support
At this time last year, the state was up against a $3 billion deficit. Now it has a $3 billion surplus due to economic aid. And the governor has three places where she wants to spend the money.
At this time last year, the state was up against a $3 billion deficit. Now it has a $3 billion surplus due to economic aid. And the governor has three places where she wants to spend the money.
Michigan senate: Lawmakers should know when Whitmer leaves state
Senate Republicans voted to require the lieutenant governor to make a “good-faith effort” to notify legislative leaders when the governor has left Michigan.
Senate Republicans voted to require the lieutenant governor to make a “good-faith effort” to notify legislative leaders when the governor has left Michigan.
Trump's blog page no longer live, senior aide says 'stay tuned'
Trump’s blog, “From the Desk of Donald J. Trump,” was no longer active Wednesday and is reportedly down for good.
Trump’s blog, “From the Desk of Donald J. Trump,” was no longer active Wednesday and is reportedly down for good.
No more COVID-19 lockdowns expected in Michigan, Whitmer says
Governor Gretchen Whitmer said on Tuesday that the state is unlikely to enter into any additional COVID-19 related restrictions.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer said on Tuesday that the state is unlikely to enter into any additional COVID-19 related restrictions.
Michigan Board of Canvassers meet Tuesday to consider Gov. Whitmer recall petition
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer is facing a recall petition that will be heard by the Board of State Canvassers on Tuesday.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer is facing a recall petition that will be heard by the Board of State Canvassers on Tuesday.
Dearborn Rep. Debbie Dingell discharged from hospital after emergency surgery
The Michigan Congresswoman said she plans to give up Diet Coke and eat more vegetables as a result of the health scare. She also warned about the dangers of pain relievers like Ibuprofen.
The Michigan Congresswoman said she plans to give up Diet Coke and eat more vegetables as a result of the health scare. She also warned about the dangers of pain relievers like Ibuprofen.