Michigan Matters: Going One-On-One With Gov. Whitmer
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer stopped by CBS 62 to appear on Michigan Matters to talk about her first year in office and the opportunities and challenges ahead for her and the state she leads.
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Gov. Gretchen Whitmer stopped by CBS 62 to appear on Michigan Matters to talk about her first year in office and the opportunities and challenges ahead for her and the state she leads.
Governor Whitmer signed House Bills 5084, 4710 and 4451 into law Wednesday.
Whitmer on Wednesday named an ethics expert to Michigan State University's governing board, filling a vacancy left by a trustee who resigned over the board's decision to drop a promised independent review of Larry Nassar's sexual assaults.
Michigan's Republican-led Legislature has given final approval to a bill that would lift a state ban on using bait to hunt deer, but it faces a veto from Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
Michigan Democrat Rep. Brenda Lawrence said Tuesday she remains supportive of the Democratic-led impeachment inquiry following comments over the weekend in which she said she preferred censuring Trump to impeaching and removing him from office.
Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist, in his role as acting governor, signed House Bill 4044 on Thursday which passed with strong bipartisan support.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, who is in Israel for her first international trade trip, has signed a memorandum of understanding to identify Israeli-based companies that could expand their operations into Michigan.
President Trump's former campaign adviser, Roger Stone, was found guilty by a jury on Friday of all seven charges that he faced.
On this week's Michigan Matters, ultra successful Detroit entrepreneur Peter Karmanos Jr., who co-founded Compuware and owns a portion of the NHL Carolina Hurricanes, discussed his newest company, MadDog Ventures.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has signed legislation to prohibit the sale of an over-the-counter cough suppressant to minors unless they have a prescription.
Governor Whitmer signed House Bills 4731, 4485, and 4412, as well as Senate Bills 255 and 530 in to law on Thursday. Here's a closer look at the bills and who they're sponsored by.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and other members of the Michigan Opioids Task Force announced Thursday a slate of steps the state is taking to combat the opioid epidemic.
A Democratic group is challenging Michigan's restrictions on transporting voters to the polls and helping people apply for absentee ballots, asking a federal judge to declare the laws unconstitutional and to block their enforcement.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer today announced the dates for a special election in the 34th District of the state House of Representatives to fill the vacancy created by former state Rep. Sheldon Neeley who resigned after being elected mayor of the city of Flint.
A West Bloomfield trustee is facing charges for allegedly installing cameras in women's bedrooms and bathrooms, according to the Oakland County Prosecutor's Office.
Authorities in Oakland County took custody of 38 horses in Milford to investigate reports of inappropriate treatment and inadequate care.
The Michigan attorney general's office charged six people with election law violations, alleging that five voted while not being U.S. citizens and alleging that a sixth registered a non-citizen spouse to vote.
Federal authorities say a federal fraud investigation that dates back several years has led to a man added to the FBI Most Wanted Fraudsters List.
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners is considering a resolution that would implement a program from Opioid Free America that would analyze prescription data of county employees and encourage prescribers to wean their patients off opioids.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $4.15 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
Dodge unveiled the return of the Super Bee on Thursday during a media preview for Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge at M1 Concourse in Pontiac.
As a special Goodyear Auto Service Center, the store will display the company's products, technology and heritage.
The president's visit to the Great Lakes state comes less than 100 days before midterm elections that will test his party's grip on Congress.
A 23-year-old man who pleaded guilty to conducting a criminal enterprise in connection with a Metro Detroit vehicle theft operation that Michigan officials called "prolific" has been sentenced, according to online court records.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
It was another busy night in Ann Arbor as country singer Morgan Wallen took the stage on Saturday for his second concert in as many days at Michigan Stadium, better known as the Big House. Like any game day at the venue, there's a lot of foot traffic and first responders at every corner.
A group of young performers is taking the stage on Friday night to showcase their talents while celebrating Detroit's culture and history.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
A major weekend in Ann Arbor as fans gear up to see country music star Morgan Wallen take over the University of Michigan Big House stadium on Friday and Saturday.
Arnold, 23, is facing eight felony charges stemming from allegations he orchestrated the abduction and beating of three men in February.
A new executive order from President Trump is reshaping federal childhood vaccine recommendations and encouraging states to review their school immunization requirements, a move that comes as Michigan families prepare for the new school year.
Luigi Mangione, accused in the 2024 killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, is in discussions about a possible plea deal on federal charges, sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.
Going on GLP-1 drugs significantly boosted unemployed women's chances of finding a job, according to a Harvard economist.
Muddy floodwaters seeped into the homes of Indiana and Ohio residents this week, as severe storms struck the Midwest. Now, some areas are bracing for even more rain.
A new executive order from President Trump is reshaping federal childhood vaccine recommendations and encouraging states to review their school immunization requirements, a move that comes as Michigan families prepare for the new school year.
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners is considering a resolution that would implement a program from Opioid Free America that would analyze prescription data of county employees and encourage prescribers to wean their patients off opioids.
An additional 35 Michigan residents have required hospital care for cyclosporiasis as an outbreak continues to be tracked, state health officials said on Thursday.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
The fungus can live on surfaces, move from person to person and, in some cases, resist the drugs used to treat it. For people who are already sick, the fungus can become life-threatening and, in some cases, fatal.
Arnold, 23, is facing eight felony charges stemming from allegations he orchestrated the abduction and beating of three men in February.
Keider Montero pitched three-hit ball into the seventh inning and the Detroit Tigers blanked the Cleveland Guardians 3-0 despite failing to record a strikeout.
Jo Adell homered and Angel Martínez had three hits as the Cleveland Guardians defeated the Detroit Tigers 6-4 to snap a three-game skid.
Kevin McGonigle drove in three runs, Drew Anderson tossed four innings of one-run ball in his fourth start of the year, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Cleveland Guardians 6-4.
The Detroit Lions will be without starting center Cade Mays for a "significant" amount of time after the free agent addition suffered a wrist injury.
The eyes of the nation were on Michigan as its critical 2026 primary was held last Tuesday.
As the nation turns its attention to Michigan's critical Aug. 4 primary, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in.
Perry Johnson discussed not receiving President Trump's endorsement and the reasons he believes John James did.
The conversation turns to rising auto insurance rates across Michigan and new legislative bills in Lansing that would help stem the tide.
The Democratic side of the aisle had an intriguing development earlier this week when state Rep. Mallory McMorrow suddenly dropped out of the contest
The Oakland County Board of Commissioners voted on a proposal that would allocate more than a million dollars to support health services at Planned Parenthood.
A new executive order from President Trump is reshaping federal childhood vaccine recommendations and encouraging states to review their school immunization requirements, a move that comes as Michigan families prepare for the new school year.
Authorities in Oakland County, Michigan, took custody of 38 horses from two locations in Milford to investigate reports of inappropriate treatment and inadequate care.
Tehran said the Strait of Hormuz is "under Iran's control and management" after President Trump said the U.S. has "total control" over the waterway.
John James, who won the Republican primary on Aug. 4 for the Michigan gubernatorial seat, has announced his running mate. James picked state Rep. Jay DeBoyer to serve as his lieutenant governor if elected in November.
