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Not as many Americans eligible for third stimulus check: Here's what you need to know; Charges against Rick Snyder in Flint water crisis: Judge's decision nears; Michigan Catholic Church leaders call Johnson & Johnson vaccine 'morally problematic'; Tesla owner spends $160 driving cross-country in all-electric 2021 Mustang Mach-E; Detroit Lions don't use franchise tag on WR Kenny Golladay; what does it mean?
Michigan Democrats: We have enough votes to add LGBTQ protections to state law; Alliance provides community with Narcan drive-up, virtual trainings during COVID-19 ;Michigan women's history museum faces COVID-19 pandemic, a flood and death of its founder; Michigan basketball's Juwan Howard has no update on Eli Brooks ankle Monday morning
How southeast Michigan became a mortgage power center, Duggan's Johnson & Johnson vaccine remarks a 'misunderstanding,' White House adviser says, Southfield salon owner, hair loss advocate turns her passion into a business, Michigan State beats Michigan, 70-64.
Whitmer urged to end in-person office work restrictions in Michigan, Slain Michigan hockey warrior had abusive past: 'He tried to kill me', Watch newly restored video of Martha and the Vandellas performing in Ford's Mustang plant, Warmer temperatures headed to metro Detroit — but there's a catch, and the Detroit Tigers top prospect Spencer Torkelson cuts finger, will miss spring training games.
Michigan to open COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to people 50 and older, 3 charged in Whitmer kidnap plot face off against Michigan prosecutors, 4,500 Mustang Mach-E customers get letter warning of another delay, and the Detroit Red Wings to have 750 fans at next home game, Tuesday vs. Lightning.
Michigan easing up on restaurant, business COVID-19 restrictions starting Friday, Planet Fitness to open this year in Midtown Detroit, Stellantis moves ahead with controversial 12-hour, 7-day work schedule for skilled trades, and Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes: Kenny Golladay 'has shown ability to be a No. 1 WR'.
Some 2021 Ford F-150 buyers discover rusty parts, corrosion — and automaker isn't helping, Boy Scouts celebrate first female Eagle Scouts, one of many changes the organization faces, Aretha Franklin estate reaches deal with IRS to pay off claimed $7.8 million tax debt, Short's Brewing to release Double Soft Parade, a stronger version of a Michigan favorite and Michigan basketball moves up to No. 2 in coaches' poll; Michigan State gets one vote.
Delayed Census data is causing problem for Michigan redistricting commission, 23 employees test positive for COVID-19 at Whole Foods store in Midtown Detroit, Sportsmen, lawmakers to state wildlife managers: Allow Michigan wolf hunting, trapping, and Willi Castro HR highlights Detroit Tigers' 10-2 win in Grapefruit League opener.
IRS still hasn't processed millions of 2019 tax returns, family fights back after dad is sent back to prison 2 weeks after release, Station wagons from Ford family's personal collection up for auction, and Detroit Tigers top prospect Spencer Torkelson cuts finger, will miss spring training games.
Lansing political round up, All-electric pickup catches fire in Michigan — and experts warn it could happen again, RoboCop statue loses home at Michigan Science Center because of pandemic, college basketball roundup
Lack of disclosure on ballot initiatives for Michigan's lucrative and newly legal marijuana business, Cherokee Nation chief: Our name should not be used on Jeep SUVs, Ford CEO Jim Farley hits 150 mph, takes another 1st place at the racetrack, and the Detroit Tigers continue the rebuild through young players.
Lee Chatfield resigns from new job after pushback on LGBTQ policy positions, School board members across Michigan face threats, bullying, recall attempts, Michigan Secretary of State to simplify driver's license renewal starting in March, and Steve Yzerman is generally pleased with the Detroit Red Wings, despite record. Here's why.
Salvation Army reboots nighttime hot meal distribution program in Detroit, Michigan cherry pits could clean the Great Lakes, purify drinking water, Detroit rapper Kid Vishis, brother of Royce da 5'9", drops new video with powerful message, Michigan basketball cements status as national title contender.
Michigan Central Station on track for 2022 finish: 'It's a Phoenix rising', Dearborn Police targeting Blacks disproportionately in arrests, citations, Where did you work remotely during COVID-19 pandemic? It may affect your taxes, ... , Why Joe Milton's transfer from Michigan football stings worse than others under Jim Harbaugh.
Detroit residents age 60+ with chronic medical conditions can get COVID-19 vaccine, Demand for downtown Detroit apartments is down — just as new buildings are opening, Gas prices predicted to increase as cold weather disrupts oil refineries in Texas, New Detroit Tigers manager AJ Hinch gives a glimpse into his philosophy for pitchers.
How the timing of your tax return could affect your third stimulus payout, Metro Detroit priests may not smudge ashes: How COVID-19 is changing Ash Wednesday, 'Silent and deadly': US Army asks auto industry for help developing EVs for battlefield.
Michiganders are fed up with state's unemployment insurance agency, Whitmer budget proposes no tax hikes, but calls for fee increases totaling $27.6 million, going by train vs. plane: Is taking Amtrak safer than flying during COVID-19?, Michigan landmarks being taken off National Register of Historic Places, and Detroit Pistons, Blake Griffin looking to part ways through buyout or trade.
February 15th coronavirus update, and Michigan coach Juwan Howard: Brad Davison's elbow to Mike Smith was 'non-basketball play'.
Gov. Whitmer reveals $67B Michigan budget plan: Here's what's in it, There's a nude photo scam going around — and it's as bad as it sounds, Ford ditches boring tutorials with new Mustang Mach-E videos, and Staffords pledge $1 million to build education center in Detroit for kids, teens, adults.
Don't do your taxes until you dig up this number, 9 Michigan drug stores targeted for robbery in 13 days. Police arrest Flint man on parole, Small town Up North rallies behind homemade ice rink, 2021 and Ford Ranger Tremor pickup delivers off-road performance and value.
MSP director to officers: Remove text messaging app Signal from state phones, Meijer adding multiple COVID-19 vaccine appointments, in Motown's tight-knit family, Mary Wilson was beloved: 'One of the most precious spirits', and Big Ten men's basketball tournament moved from Chicago to Indianapolis.
Conditions worsen inside Penobscot building in downtown Detroit, Kroger Co. offers bonus for employees who get COVID-19 vaccine, boy in critical condition after sled towed by Jeep crashes into car in Rochester Hills, Calvin Johnson elected to Pro Football Hall of Fame, joins rare group of first-ballot WRs.
February 8th Coronavirus Update, We Lived It, and the Detroit Pistons trade Derrick Rose to the New York Knicks.
Alternatives for Girls street outreach team serves up to 25 women in need each night, 3 more candidates announce run for Dearborn mayor, Dax Shepard lived in a Mustang for 6 months. Now he's driving one on 'Top Gear America', Former walk-on Mat Ishbia donates $32 million to Michigan State for new football building.
Hunting, fishing soar in Michigan during COVID-19, Michigan teachers retiring in high numbers: 'We're in a critical stage', screening tool can predict teen suicide risk, save lives, Michigan Medicine reports, Hip-hop history is the message at new exhibit as Detroit collector marks 30 years, and what Michigan football's signing day flips signal about program's recruiting future.
Your COVID-19 vaccine questions answered, clear N95 face masks designed by Ford could be huge for hearing impaired, teachers, Cadillac's 2022 CT5-V Blackwing is brand's most powerful vehicle ever, Michigan fishers are using huge magnets to pull artifacts from state waterways, Former Lions WR, CBS analyst Nate Burleson sounds off on Stafford trade.
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson offers sweeping changes to Michigan election laws, including state holiday, gun ban, New Ford, Google deal means big tech upgrades for drivers: What to know, Michigan unemployment login page crashes for some users filing for COVID-19 benefits, and Michigan State basketball's Rocket Watts remains an enigma, typifies Spartans' struggles.
Michigan GOP and Dems propose COVID relief plans and Detroit Lions make a huge statement by trading Matthew Stafford to Rams for Jared Goff, picks.
Groundbreaking initiative trains clinicians as cops, how Michigan's expungement laws will change in April, Bay City couple, baby who froze to death weren't wearing shoes, and Detroit Tigers' Matt Manning has his major league debut on his mind: 'I'm ready to go'.
Senate GOP blocks Whitmer appointments in apparent retribution for vetoes, COVID-19 acts, Michigan marijuana may be contaminated with mold, testing labs warn and Michigan State basketball hopes to return Thursday at Rutgers as COVID-19 numbers grow.
