Gov. Whitmer Proposes $100M COVID-19 Relief Plan
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer wants state legislators to approve a $100 million COVID-19 relief plan when they return to session during December.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer wants state legislators to approve a $100 million COVID-19 relief plan when they return to session during December.
Michigan House Speaker Lee Chatfield on Wednesday slapped down calls by some Republican lawmakers for Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's impeachment for her actions mitigating the spread of COVID-19.
Just hours before another shutdown, a Michigan restaurant association sued Tuesday to try to stop a ban on indoor dining, attacking the latest restrictions from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's administration in response to a wave of coronavirus cases.
The CBS News correspondent went to Michigan to talk with militia men who are preparing for a Civil War after the 2020 Presidential Election.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Thursday made Michigan businesses and other employers immune from lawsuits filed by customers or workers who contract the coronavirus, as long as they have followed all safety protocols.
A hearing could result in a license suspension or revocation for Harper's Restaurant and Brewpub, which currently is closed.
Here's a detailed look at Gov. Whitmer's six phase plan to reopen Michigan. The governor says the state is now in phase four.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer provided an update Wednesday afternoon after the Edenville and Sanford Dams failed causing flooding in Midland County.
Whitmer said she's had "a conversation with some folks" but "all of her energy" is going into helping Michigan fight the coronavirus.
A judge rules a Michigan barber can remain open despite an executive order closing all barbershops, salons, and spas.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed an Executive Order Thursday to extend Michigan's Stay Home, Stay Safe order to May 28. Here's what you need to know.
Michigan Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer extended the state's coronavirus emergency declaration by executive order after the Republican-controlled Legislature advanced a bill that would not have renewed the original declaration.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and a top state regulator said Tuesday that drivers will save more on car insurance than is required under a bipartisan overhaul of Michigan's auto insurance law.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced Wednesday a $130 million investment to make child care more affordable and accessible for Michigan families during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Republicans who control the Michigan Senate urged Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Tuesday to lift her five-week-old ban on nonessential medical and dental procedures, saying the decision to resume should be left to hospitals and health providers.
On Thursday, Governor Whitmer signed Senate Bill 268 and House Bills 5576 & 5580, which together establish the governor's Michigan Reconnect Grant Program and move Michigan closer to reaching the governor's goal of attaining 60 percent postsecondary educational attainment by 2030.
President Donald Trump's allies are trying to contain a politically risky election year fight with Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer as he struggles to balance presidential politics with a global pandemic in one of the nation's most important swing states.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said she suspended state hiring and promotions Monday and vetoed $80 million in new spending in order to steer money to fighting the coronavirus.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said Thursday during a press conference Michigan is currently ranked 5th in the nation with confirmed cases of COVID-19.
"Let's be very clear: Beaumont Health is almost at capacity right now. We have not seen the worst of it yet," Governor Whitmer said. "The numbers are going to continue to climb."
Michigan is currently in the top five states in the nation in number of confirmed COVID-19 cases. The stay home stay safe executive order will take effect at 12:01 a.m. on March 24, for at least the next three weeks.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed House Bill 5174 and Senate Bills 253 and 762 into law Tuesday. Here's a closer look at them.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed an executive order to temporarily expand eligibility for unemployment benefits.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced Thursday that her administration will expand access to telemedicine for Michiganders by immediately allowing Medicaid beneficiaries to receive services in their home.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed House Bills 4266, 5266, 4712, 4713 and 5103 into law Tuesday. Here's a closer look at them.
Federal investigators have found that a school counselor at Tappan Middle School referred to a Muslim student as a "terrorist."
On Thursday, the sixth-grader at Our Lady of Victory Catholic School was on a field trip to the Howell Nature Center when a tree broke and fell on him.
A 61-year-old man faces multiple criminal charges after allegedly assaulting a female postal carrier upon receiving a flyer in the mail featuring Vice President Kamala Harris.
Officials say a 47-year-old woman had been hoarding the animals.
Two missing children were last seen in Midland, Michigan, and may be traveling in a white Jeep.
Federal investigators have found that a school counselor at Tappan Middle School referred to a Muslim student as a "terrorist."
On Thursday, the sixth-grader at Our Lady of Victory Catholic School was on a field trip to the Howell Nature Center when a tree broke and fell on him.
A 61-year-old man faces multiple criminal charges after allegedly assaulting a female postal carrier upon receiving a flyer in the mail featuring Vice President Kamala Harris.
Officials say a 47-year-old woman had been hoarding the animals.
The Wayne County Prosecutor's Office is charging a Detroit man with murder and sexual assault in connection to the case of Na'Ziyah Harris, who has been missing since January.
The United Auto Workers union announced that workers at Ford Motor Company's River Rouge tool and die unit have reached a tentative agreement with Ford.
Struggling Jeep and Ram maker Stellantis is looking for a CEO to succeed Carlos Tavares, but the company says it's just part of a normal leadership succession plan.
On average, EVs weigh 30% more than their gas-powered counterparts because of the batteries that power them.
The United Auto Workers union announced on Wednesday that members at Ford Motor Company's River Rouge tool and die unit will go on strike on Sept. 26 if an agreement is not reached.
In a Tuesday live stream, Fain says the votes are planned at one or more Stellantis locals over the automaker's alleged failure to uphold contract commitments.
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim in later roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
Billy Joel and Stevie Nicks are teaming up for a show at the home of the Detroit Lions on Saturday, March 29.
The adventure begins for 16 ordinary Americans as they embark on their trek to the top of the treacherous New Zealand Alps in 'The Summit.'
Disney follows in the footsteps of Netflix in looking to convert Disney+ password-borrowers into paying customers.
Fans of the TV show "Bridgerton" already expressed some frustrations when the event was rescheduled from August to September.
A 61-year-old man faces multiple criminal charges after allegedly assaulting a female postal carrier upon receiving a flyer in the mail featuring Vice President Kamala Harris.
Here are the rules of the CBS News vice presidential debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz.
City officials shared clips of boats slammed into homes and a residence burning amid the floodwaters as they conducted water rescue operations.
Video shows a Coast Guard member descending into the choppy ocean from a helicopter to reach the man and dog.
Indicted NYC Mayor Eric Adams pleaded not guilty to federal bribery and campaign finance charges at his arraignment Friday.
Ten deaths have been linked to now-recalled Boar's Head products.
New lawsuits have been filed against a Rochester Hills doctor accused of sexually assaulting patients.
The latest CDC survey found 4 in 10 adults in the U.S. were obese. A map shows the states with the highest and lowest rates.
The City of Detroit is considering limiting protests near health care facilities.
The government has already disbursed more than 900 million free at-home COVID-19 tests, and will be reopening its free test kit portal.
Throughout downtown Detroit Thursday, there was no shortage of Tigers fans sporting their gear.
Aidan Chiles has not become frustrated as Michigan State's starting quarterback.
Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell has been humbled by the Seattle Seahawks, losing to them in each of the last three seasons.
This looks like one of the seasons where No. 12 Michigan goes as far as its running game and defense can take it.
Justyn-Henry Malloy's eighth-inning sacrifice fly helped the Detroit Tigers rally from a 3-0 deficit to move closer to the postseason with a 4-3 win over the Tampa Bay Rays.
Reggie E. Davis, president of consumer banking at Flagstar Bank, talks about the company's imprint in Michigan and the changing dynamics of the industry on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters.
The UAW remains an interesting factor in this race, too. Pundits point to Michigan as a critical battleground that the two camps are paying huge attention to.
Steve Kiefer has been on a mission to get distracted driving laws adopted in states across America, which he updates on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters.
The two authors also shared advice for others considering writing a book and things they wish they'd known before they started.
Detroit put the world on wheels, and now it is leading the charge to be the Mobility Capitol.
Dr. Evelyn Laskowski of Corewell Health shares important tips for parents during National Baby Safety Month.
The leftovers of Helene will bring a few showers and breezy conditions into southeast Michigan this weekend.
Federal investigators have found that a school counselor at Tappan Middle School referred to a Muslim student as a "terrorist" in November 2023.
On Thursday, a sixth-grader at Our Lady of Victory Catholic School was on a field trip to the Howell Nature Center when a tree broke and fell on him.
Jarvis Butts, 41, of Detroit, was charged with first-degree premeditated murder, second-degree criminal sexual conduct and child sexually abusive activity. Butts was arraigned Friday afternoon and remanded to jail. He's back in court for a probable cause conference on Oct. 4 and has a preliminary examination on Oct. 10.