Whitmer meets with Trump to ask for relief on tariffs, Medicaid cuts
This was the third meeting between Trump and Whitmer, a Democratic governor, since April.
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This was the third meeting between Trump and Whitmer, a Democratic governor, since April.
Michigan's process for lawmakers earmarking funding has been rife with controversy for years, in part because some requests have been tucked away in huge spending bills.
President Trump has approved $50 million in federal funds for Michigan to support repairs and recovery from the March ice storm in northern Michigan.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer says President Trump is committing federal funds to help communities up north recover from the damage of a historic ice storm in late March.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and others announced a medical debt forgiveness effort through a partnership with Undue Medical Debt. Anyone who is selected for debt forgiveness through this program will receive a letter explaining the circumstances.
Bringing the company to Michigan was a key goal for Whitmer, who is in her final years as governor of the battleground state.
The U.S. Supreme Court has decided to review whether Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel's lawsuit seeking to shut down part of an aging pipeline under the Straits of Mackinac belongs in state or federal court.
Officials representing Michigan are sharing their thoughts following targeted shootings early Saturday in Minnesota that killed a state representative and her husband, and injured a state senator and his wife.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer claims the federal budget plan currently moving through Congress will cost Michiganders $900 million in benefit cuts.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says President Donald Trump would be going back on his word to her if he pardoned two men who are serving prison sentences for leading a 2020 plot to kidnap her.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer took the stage on Thursday at the Mackinac Policy Conference, touching on various topics, such as education, infrastructure and Medicaid.
More than a dozen people were arrested in 2000 for creating a plan to kidnap MIchigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer. President Trump has mentioned that he's considering pardoning the men who created that plot.
With President Trump saying he will "take a look at" pardoning the group of men charged in the kidnapping plot against Gov. Whitmer, some are wondering the reason behind it.
The Mackinac Policy Conference brings political and business leaders together for discussions on political and economic issues.
The U.S. Justice Department's new pardon attorney says he is going to take a "hard look" at two men who are in prison for leading a conspiracy to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in 2020.
Michigan officially files request for Federal Emergency Management Agency funding for the March 28-30 ice storm.
Michigan's 24-hour waiting period before an abortion has been struck down.
Democratic Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is responding to a now-viral photo of her in the Oval Office hiding her face behind a folder.
Democratic Michigan state Rep. Joe Tate of Detroit launched his campaign on Sunday, seeking the seat left open by retiring Democratic U.S. Sen. Gary Peters.
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson is running for governor in 2026 and sharing new anecdotes in her upcoming political memoir, "The Purposeful Warrior," including her experience with miscarriage.
The Justice Department is suing two states over their planned lawsuits against fossil fuel companies for harms caused by climate change.
President Trump announced that a new fighter mission is coming to Selfridge Air National Guard Base.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and President Donald Trump shared a hug as he arrived in her home state, at risk of political backlash.
Ice storm damage surveys are taking place in Northern Michigan in an effort to secure FEMA funding for the region.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has asked FEMA for a few more weeks to prepare damage assessments from the March ice storm.
Diesel and gas prices jumped again in Michigan and the U.S. in the past 24 hours, with diesel costs smashing previous records.
Republican Mike Rogers is defending his decision not to attend a Sept. 15 televised event in the U.S. Senate race, saying he never agreed to participate and accusing the moderator of favoritism.
Spencer Torkelson hit a three-run homer, Drew Anderson pitched five shutout innings and the Detroit Tigers won their sixth straight game by thumping the Toronto Blue Jays 10-1.
The crash happened near the spot of a deadly Metro bus crash in Chatsworth.
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of a 3-year-old boy who was killed in a shooting on Tuesday in a Pontiac home.
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of a 3-year-old boy who was killed in a shooting on Tuesday in a Pontiac home.
Republican Mike Rogers is defending his decision not to attend a Sept. 15 televised event in the U.S. Senate race, saying he never agreed to participate and accusing the moderator of favoritism.
Diesel and gas prices jumped again in Michigan and the U.S. in the past 24 hours, with diesel costs smashing previous records.
The state of Michigan removed the names of more than 20,000 people from its sex offender registry in order to comply with a recent state Supreme Court ruling.
The city of Cleveland will now refer to its Lake Erie shoreline as the Gulf of Cleveland, according to a resolution that takes jabs at the Trump administration's efforts to rename other landmarks.
Tony Stewart Racing unveiled a special Dodge livery on Tuesday at Stellantis' North America headquarters in Auburn Hills, Michigan.
The spike in prices has also sparked differing opinions among drivers about who's to blame.
A Ford contract employee was taken to a hospital following an incident on Monday morning at the Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne, Michigan.
Automotive expert Paul Eisenstein of Autoline TV said the number of vehicles recalled this year has surged.
Woodward Dream Cruise participant Mike Holmes, who showed off a DeLorean at Saturday's event, said the " human interaction is just as much fun as driving the car."
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
Dearborn Mayor Abdullah Hammoud told rapper Macklemore he's "always welcome in Dearborn" after venues on Ed Sheeran's stadium tour refused to include him.
There are plenty of Halloween-themed events to choose from this fall in Metro Detroit. Here's a list.
The Romeo Peach Festival, which one visitor described as a celebration of "peach everything!" wrapped up on Monday. Here's a look at the food and activities.
Bruce Campbell, an actor and filmmaker widely known for his work in "The Evil Dead" franchise, says his cancer prognosis indicates he has about five years to live.
Republican Mike Rogers is defending his decision not to attend a Sept. 15 televised event in the U.S. Senate race, saying he never agreed to participate and accusing the moderator of favoritism.
Spencer Torkelson hit a three-run homer, Drew Anderson pitched five shutout innings and the Detroit Tigers won their sixth straight game by thumping the Toronto Blue Jays 10-1.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
Car ownership costs have soared 50% since 2020, according to new economic data. Here's where motorists are getting dinged.
The city of Cleveland will now refer to its Lake Erie shoreline as the Gulf of Cleveland, according to a resolution that takes jabs at the Trump administration's efforts to rename other landmarks.
A new four-legged team member is already making an impact on students at Polk Elementary School in Dearborn Heights.
Over the last six years or so, the DNR has been installing these viewers at different parks across Michigan, basically one by one.
The presence of ricin in a substance linked to an apartment complex in Hastings, Michigan, has been confirmed, the Barry-Eaton District Health Department said Saturday, two days after a potential exposure to the poison was reported.
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
Health officials say ricin is a natural poison that comes from the beans of the castor plant or oil. It is harmful if swallowed, injected or breathed in.
Spencer Torkelson hit a three-run homer, Drew Anderson pitched five shutout innings and the Detroit Tigers won their sixth straight game by thumping the Toronto Blue Jays 10-1.
The Detroit Red Wings will start training camp this week with leaders of the front office and the team in limbo.
Tony Stewart Racing unveiled a special Dodge livery on Tuesday at Stellantis' North America headquarters in Auburn Hills, Michigan.
The Detroit Lions know they are asking a lot of star running back Jahmyr Gibbs.
Justin Verlander is making progress toward potentially pitching one more time in the last year of his playing career.
At the top of the list is the open U.S. Senate contest between Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers.
The Detroit Regional Partnership, which has been around for six years, has been a significant catalyst, helping bring numerous jobs and companies to the region.
The roundtable talks politics, civility and issues that will resonate this fall in various elections.
As we count down the final days of summer, there's still a wee bit of time left to grab a good book as you head to the beach or maybe your backyard.
Rachel Stewart previews the upcoming America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026.
Happy Hump Day Fam! Looking at mostly cloudy skies with a few showers and thunderstorms scattered today. High 73°. Tomorrow and Friday a bit of sun, then showers return for the weekend.
More rainfall is possible on Wednesday and this weekend.
Michigan U.S. Senate candidate declined a televised debate with Abdul El-Sayed on Tuesday, accusing the moderator of taking sides. El-Sayed is now responding.
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of a 3-year-old boy who was killed in a shooting on Tuesday in a Pontiac home.
Fox 2 Detroit announced it is holding a debate between Michigan U.S. Senate candidates Abdul El-Sayed and Mike Rogers on Tuesday. Although El-Sayed agreed to the debate, Rogers declined. Rogers speaks with CBS News Detroit about his reasoning.