Michigan focused on reopening high schools, not resuming sports

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer said that getting high school students back in the classroom is the priority over getting them back on the field.

Michigan's COVID-19 restrictions lift Tuesday unless health department extends them

Will Michigan lift its latest series of COVID-19 restrictions that are expected to expire on Tuesday? Gov. Gretchen Whitmer could extend the restrictions but hasn't indicated if she will give the order.

State Majority Whip responds to Gov’s $400 million Covid money ask

Between Michigan's governor and the state budget director, the two are requesting an additional $400 million in aid to help small businesses stay afloat during the pandemic.

Giuliani brings witnesses to testify on voter fraud at Detroit TCF Center election night

The first witness worked for the Wayne County Elections Department told the committee of state reps that she was told by her boss not to reject any ballots even if the address, signature or other details didn't match.

Automakers prepare for stronger mileage standards under Biden

Now that it's clear Joe Biden soon will be president, the fight over automobile pollution and fuel efficiency standards is likely to peter out, and U.S. consumers should see a broader selection of electric and efficient vehicles.

Biden says Trump should attend inauguration to demonstrate commitment to peaceful transfer of power

President-elect Joe Biden says it is important that President Donald Trump attend his inauguration only in the sense that it would demonstrate the nation’s commitment to a peaceful transfer of power between political rivals.

Trump's election grievances are feeding threats toward U.S. election officials

Death threats are on the rise as local election officials are going into hiding as the end of the 2020 election becomes more dangerous in the U.S.

New report on Michigan COVID-19 racial disparities shows state making progress

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will hold a press conference at 1:30 p.m. Thursday to update residents on COVID-19's status in the state. She'll be joined by health director Robert Gordon and chief infectious disease expert Dr. Joneigh Khaldun.

Whitmer warns of potentially deadly next couple months
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Even as the state's case rate falls, the intersection of holidays and travel is making it difficult for health officials to estimate what will happen to COVID-19 in Michigan. While the three-week pause is showing promise, Thanksgiving and Christmas may derail those efforts.

Arizona Secretary of State certifies 2020 general election results

Coming with the certification, Arizona voters chose to make recreational marijuana legal in the state by passing Proposition 207. What's this mean for the workplace?

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer cautiously optimistic on COVID-19

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has called a news conference for 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2020 to speak on the state of COVID-19 in Michigan. 

Whitmer won't commit to extending or ending three-week pause in Michigan

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer was pressed about the plans moving forward for restaurants and other small businesses but was non-committal about the next steps.