SOUTHFIELD, Mich. (FOX 2) – On Thursday, March 4, 2021, the state of Michigan reported 1,526 cases of COVID-19 and 37 deaths linked to the virus, 29 of which came from vital records review. The state is also reporting that 2,351,125 doses of a vaccine have been administered. That brings Michigan’s total to 593,279 cases and 15,600 deaths. Michigan has … Read more
Michigan Legislature passes $4.2B COVID-19 aid plan Michigan’s Legislature approved a $4.2 billion COVID-19 relief plan on Wednesday. LANSING, Mich. (FOX 2/AP) – Michigan’s Legislature has approved a $4.2 billion coronavirus relief plan without a deal with Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. Majority Republicans are pressing the Democratic governor to curtail her pandemic powers. Democrats oppose the … Read more
FOX 2 – Over the last several months, we’ve heard of antibody treatments that help with the symptoms of COVID-19. Treatment of using antibodies from Covid patients can reduce severity of symptoms, doctor says Over the last several months, we’ve heard of antibody treatments that help with the symptoms of COVID-19. Monoclonal therapy is hard … Read more
SOUTHFIELD, Mich. (FOX 2) – On Wednesday, March 3, 2021, the state of Michigan reported 1,536 cases of COVID-19 and 5 deaths linked to the virus. The state is also reporting that 2,303,548 doses of a vaccine have been administered. That brings Michigan’s total to 591,753 cases and 15,563 deaths. Michigan has also vaccinated more than 2.2 million, … Read more
LANSING, Mich. (FOX 2) – Republican lawmakers demanding answers after revelations that the former director of the state’s health department signed what they’re calling a secret deal after state health director Robert Gordon’s abrupt resignation from his post in January. State Republicans want answers on payoff agreement between Whitmer and ex-Michigan health director Robert Gordon’s … Read more
DETROIT (FOX 2) – Fans will soon be able to attend Detroit Pistons games after the COVID-19 pandemic led to event restrictions. The team announced that a limited number of tickets will be available for games this season, starting with the March 17 game against the Raptors. This change comes after Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer … Read more
DETROIT (FOX 2) – Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced new guidelines for restaurants, nursing homes, gyms, and recreational facilities on Tuesday, rolling back a series of restrictions across the state. Gov. Whitmer relaxes COVID-19 restrictions on restaurants, senior homes and gatherings On Tuesday Gov. Gretchen Whitmer relaxed the curfew of restaurants and bars one hour … Read more
SOUTHFIELD, Mich. (FOX 2) – On Tuesday, March 2, 2021, the state of Michigan reported 1,067 cases of COVID-19 and 24 deaths linked to the virus. The state is also reporting that 2,269,495 doses of a vaccine have been administered. That brings Michigan’s total to 590,217 cases and 15,558 deaths. Michigan has also vaccinated more than 2.2 million, roughly 18 … Read more
DETROIT (FOX 2) – Michigan bar owners hope a new bill that would change closing time to 4 a.m. will help them bounce back from COVID-19 losses. 4 a.m. closing time proposed to help Michigan bars recover from COVID-19 losses Supporters of proposed 4 a.m. closing time for bars say it would help businesses impacted … Read more
SOUTHFIELD, Mich. (FOX 2) – Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer MDHHS Chief Medical Executive Dr. Joneigh Khaldun, and MDHHS Director Elizabeth Hertel spoke on Tuesday Tuesday to give an update on COVID-19, the vaccine, and announced the rollback of some restrictions connected to the virus. During last week’s update, the governor said restrictions are likely to … Read more