May 01 WATCH: Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says state’s stay-home-order remains in effect By David Eggert, Associated Press Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says Michigan's stay-at-home order remains in effect despite Republicans’ refusal to extend her underlying coronavirus emergency declaration. Continue reading
Apr 24 Whitmer extends stay-home order through May 15, eases rules By David Eggert, Associated Press Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Friday lengthened her stay-at-home order through May 15, while lifting restrictions so some businesses can reopen and the public can participate in outdoor activities like golf and motorized boating during the coronavirus pandemic. Continue reading
Apr 06 WATCH: Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer gives coronavirus update By Courtney Vinopal Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer provides an update on how the state is responding to the novel coronavirus outbreak. Continue reading
Apr 02 WATCH: Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer gives coronavirus update By Candice Norwood Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer provides an update on how the state is responding to the novel coronavirus outbreak. Continue reading
Mar 27 Watch 7:24 Whitmer glad Trump invoked DPA over ventilators, says GM ready to start As coronavirus spreads across the U.S., there have been conflicting messages from the Trump administration, governors and medical professionals about the scarcity of critical medical resources -- especially ventilators. Amna Nawaz reports on the growing need for these lifesaving machines… Continue watching
Feb 04 WATCH: Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivers the Democratic response to the State of the Union By Alan Fram, Associated Press Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says her party is focusing on easing health care costs and addressing other pocket-book issues. Continue reading
Sep 18 Michigan bans flavored e-cigarettes By Associated Press Federal health officials are investigate the cause of hundreds of serious breathing illnesses in people who have used vaping devices. Continue reading
Sep 04 Michigan moves to become 1st state to ban flavored e-cigarettes By David Eggert, Associated Press Gov. Gretchen Whitmer ordered the state health department to issue emergency rules that will prohibit the sale of flavored nicotine vaping products. Continue reading
Nov 18 GOP Legislatures try to curb Democratic governors’ power By David Eggert, Associated Press With their grip on power set to loosen come January, Republicans in Michigan, Wisconsin and North Carolina are considering last-ditch laws that would weaken Democratic lawmakers and advance their own conservative agendas. Continue reading