New $1.9 trillion Covid relief bill requires fast allocation of funds after Michigan's ongoing delay
Michigan's delay of hundreds of millions of federally-approved dollars intended for schools has been stretched for months over disagreements between the governor and GOP lawmakers
Michigan's delay of hundreds of millions of federally-approved dollars intended for schools has been stretched for months over disagreements between the governor and GOP lawmakers
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.
Addressing racial disparities in Michigan during COVID-19
Michigan made progress in reducing the racial disparity among new infections of COVID-19 last year. However, a lack of data is making it difficult to overcome the same disparities in vaccine distribution.
Michigan made progress in reducing the racial disparity among new infections of COVID-19 last year. However, a lack of data is making it difficult to overcome the same disparities in vaccine distribution.
Biden to deliver first primetime address as president, will mark anniversary of coronavirus shutdowns
President Biden’s address Thursday will be his first major address since Inauguration Day, and it's set to mark the anniversary of the coronavirus shutdowns.
President Biden’s address Thursday will be his first major address since Inauguration Day, and it's set to mark the anniversary of the coronavirus shutdowns.
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.
US will have enough COVID-19 vaccines for all adults by end of May, Biden says
President Joe Biden is expected to highlight Merck & Co. helping to produce rival Johnson & Johnson’s coronavirus vaccine in an effort to speed up production.
President Joe Biden is expected to highlight Merck & Co. helping to produce rival Johnson & Johnson’s coronavirus vaccine in an effort to speed up production.
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.