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Gov. Gretchen Whitmer outlines policy goals for the rest of 2023
From abortion to clean energy and healthcare to the health of our democracy, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has a long list of goals.
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From abortion to clean energy and healthcare to the health of our democracy, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has a long list of goals.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will deliver a "What's Next Address" that will outline her policy priorities for the second half of the year.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will call on lawmakers to pass legislation proactively protecting key provisions in the Affordable Care Act during a speech Wednesday where she'll outline her legislative priorities for the second half of the year.
Prosecutors were preparing Wednesday to present evidence against three men accused of plotting to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in what investigators described as an extremist scheme to ignite a civil war.
The final trial of suspects in a bizarre plot to kidnap Michigan's governor begins this week.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation announced that Cabinetworks Group is expanding in southeast Michigan, bringing 110 jobs to Livonia.
The Michigan State University Board of Trustees on Wednesday authorized the school to request liquor licenses to sell alcohol at four football games beginning with a Sept. 16 game against the University of Washington.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan State Housing Development Authority announced over $13 million in federal support for developing and rehabilitating affordable housing units across the state.
Democrats in Minnesota and Michigan who won full control of their state government have used their new power to enact sweeping policy changes that have been stalled for years.
The budget is the first crafted with Democrats in control in Lansing in 40 years.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer declared this week as "Buy Michigan Week," encouraging residents to support local businesses.
The Michigan Supreme Court is out with a decision that provides critical relief for thousands of people who were badly injured in car wrecks.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed legislation Wednesday that prohibits mental health professionals from using so-called conversion therapy on LGBTQ minors.
In January, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer outlined her intentions of universal pre-k for all Michigan 4-year old's by 2027.
A new state law allows alcoholic drinks to be sold at college sporting events in Michigan.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has signed into law bipartisan legislation that expands voter rights by allowing early voting and early tabulation of absentee ballots across Michigan.
Under the previous law, households with more than $15,000 in assets were ineligible for food assistance. Those assets could be counted as cars or money in the bank.
The Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential will partner with the state education department and the Board of Education.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer worked with legislators to pass the state budget for the 2024 fiscal year, which focuses on growing the economy and lowering costs for Michiganders.
Former Michigan state Sens. Curtis Hertel Jr. and Tom Barrett will face off for the 7th Congressional District.
Officials say Tabitha Davis, 33, of Marshall, sent a message to Whitmer's constituent services website, threatening the governor. She admitted to the threat, claiming protected speech.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has signed a package of bills that will create stricter punishments for sexual assault that takes place under the guise of medical treatment.
Michigan lawmakers approved an $82 billion budget centering on education, infrastructure and the environment in what was the first opportunity in decades that Democrats have had to craft a budget that reflects their legislative priorities.
Michigan is set to ban so-called conversion therapy for minors after the state Senate sent the legislation to Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer late Tuesday night.
Michigan lawmakers are working quickly on the state's next budget ahead of a self-imposed July 1 deadline.
The chairman of the Oakland County Board of Commissioners is pushing for a deeper investigation into how emergency responders handled the tragic 2021 Oxford High School shooting.
Detroit City FC continues their three-game road trip in Birmingham on Friday night against Eastern Conference rival Birmingham Legion FC.
DPD's cybercrimes division is working on figuring out who was behind the swatting attempt at Jocelyn Benson's residence.
The Macomb County Clerk's Office reported four people may have double-voted during Michigan's primary election in St. Clair Shores.
WNV has been detected in several dozen mosquito pools and wild birds across the state.
The chairman of the Oakland County Board of Commissioners is pushing for a deeper investigation into how emergency responders handled the tragic 2021 Oxford High School shooting.
Stalions was on head coach Jim Harbaugh's staff until he resigned in November.
Detroit City FC continues their three-game road trip in Birmingham on Friday night against Eastern Conference rival Birmingham Legion FC.
DPD's cybercrimes division is working on figuring out who was behind the swatting attempt at Jocelyn Benson's residence.
It has been 37 years since Northwest Airlines Flight 255 crashed after taking off from Detroit Metro Airport, marking the deadliest plane crash in Michigan's history.
The Biden administration announced that $50 million will go to Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee and Illinois to boost electric vehicle production.
The union hosted a call Wednesday, during which members will hear what's at stake in November, the union's key issues, and how they're looking to win against the so-called "billionaire class."
"The Connect" is an autonomous shuttle service with 16 stops to help people get to or near their destination.
Stellantis is warning that it could lay off as many as 2,450 of the 3,700 union workers employed at a truck plant just outside of Detroit.
Mohawk Chevrolet in New York has gone viral on TikTok for its "The Dealership" parody series. The company brought the series to Detroit and featured General Motors CEO Mary Barra.
For many of these diehard car enthusiasts we spoke to Thursday, Saturday will be a rain-or-shine event. Their vehicles might say otherwise.
Taylor Swift's blockbuster "Eras Tour" resumed in London on Thursday after her concerts in Vienna were canceled earlier this month because of an alleged terror plot.
Gena Rowlands, hailed as one of the greatest actors to ever practice the craft, died at 94 on Wednesday, her representatives confirmed.
Robert Englund, the actor best known for playing Freddy Krueger in "A Nightmare on Elm Street," will attend Motor City Comic Con in November.
The family is demanding $3 million for Trump's use of "Hold On, I'm Coming" at his rallies.
Lisa Jeanine Findley, 53, faces federal charges of mail fraud and aggravated identity theft.
Many million-dollar properties are no longer considered luxury homes, with almost 1 in 10 U.S. houses costing at least that.
Should I freeze my credit? Here's what experts say, and how to stop bad actors from accessing your file.
NOAA forecasters say there's a 77% chance that 2024 will be the warmest year on record, after July marked the 14th consecutive monthly record.
Trump has not appeared at an outdoor rally since mid-July, when a gunman took several shots, grazing his ear.
WNV has been detected in several dozen mosquito pools and wild birds across the state.
It's nearly one month until the start of the fall season, and in Oakland County, the health office says to be careful as West Nile virus looms in mosquitoes.
Florida cucumber grower used untreated canal water found to be tainted with salmonella bacteria, laboratory tests found.
The Oakland County Health Division says WNV was detected in three birds and the county's mosquito pool in 2024
Trader Joe's reports 14 incidents of high flames, a handful resulting in minor burns and limited property damage.
Detroit City FC continues their three-game road trip in Birmingham on Friday night against Eastern Conference rival Birmingham Legion FC.
Stalions was on head coach Jim Harbaugh's staff until he resigned in November.
Australia breaker Rachael Gunn, also known as B-Girl Raygun, said the "hate" she has received over her Paris Olympics performance has been "devastating."
Team USA's Jordan Chiles took to Instagram to open up about the loss of her bronze medal.
The "Frozen Confines: Big Ten Hockey Series" will feature a pair of doubleheaders on Jan. 3 and 4.
Michigan GOP Party Chair Pete Hoekstra and State Sen. Mallory McMorrow discuss the results of the primary and how the field of candidates still standing and their prospects look as Election 2024 enters the sprint to the finish line on Nov. 5 on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters
Michigan's primary was held Tuesday, with numerous contests being voted on, including the open U.S. Senate seat, several Michigan U.S. House seats and much more.
The spotlight is on two successful Detroit family-owned businesses on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters as leaders from PVS Chemicals and Sweet Potato Sensations talk about working for a family enterprise and the nuances.
With a red-hot election season on and 2024 past the halfway point, the focus is on business.
Gardner-White is a 112-year-old family-owned furniture retailer, and Stewart is the first female to serve as CEO of the company.
Friday marks 37 years since the deadliest plane crash in Michigan. Northwest Flight 255 went down just minutes after takeoff from Detroit Metro Airport crashing into I-94 in Romulus. More than 150 people were killed, and the sole survivor was pulled from the wreckage. We are taking a look back at how WKBD 50 covered that tragedy.
The Woodward Dream Cruise is not only about cars but also community. And one event, Dreams Come True, gives people with disabilities the opportunity to ride in one of the hot rods.
CBS News Detroit's Rachel Hopmayer gives us a sneak peek at how the Detroit Tigers got creative for MLB Players' Weekend.
The chairman of Oakland County's Board of Commissioners is pushing for a deeper investigation into how emergency responders handled the tragic 2021 Oxford High School shooting, which resulted in the deaths of four students and injuries to seven others.
The Woodward Dream Cruise kicked off this week, and many have traveled from other states to attend. Keth Battle from North Carolina speaks on attending the annual event for 20 years.