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Whitmer outlined plans to invest more than a billion dollars to increase and renovate housing across the state and she announced plans to make community college tuition free. Republican lawmakers said they are very concerned about the cost of her plans.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivered her sixth State of the State address in Lansing on Wednesday.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivers her sixth State of the State Address Wednesday evening.
Gov.Gretchen Whitmer will give her sixth State of the State Address at 7 p.m. Wednesday.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is planning to urge lawmakers to pass legislation that would provide free community college tuition for all high school graduates.
In an interview with "Face the Nation," Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer urged President Biden to personally speak out about the abortion issue more.
More than a dozen states have given themselves the power to override local zoning restrictions that block large-scale renewable energy projects.
Michigan officials are projecting that the state's tax revenue will see a slight decrease from the previous year but then rebound in the next two years.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Washington Governor Jay Inslee placed a wager ahead of the College Football Playoff National Championship game.
This marks Whitmer's sixth State of the State Address.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer called and wished actively deployed members of the Michigan Army National Guard happy holidays, she announced Sunday.
Some top Democrats are worried that a dip in Black voter turnout, along with other challenges, could doom President Joe Biden and his party in 2024.
A Michigan man described by prosecutors as a self-professed militia leader has been sentenced to four years and three months in prison for attacking law enforcement with a stolen police baton during the riot at the U.S. Capitol.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer talked politics, the economy, growing the state's population, and her thoughts about the year that was in a wide-ranging interview for Michigan Matters that airs this Sunday.
More than 700,000 Michigan households will start receiving Working Families Tax Credit checks in early 2024.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced Wednesday the MI Vehicle Rebate plan.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed legislation this week that repealed a law requiring women to purchase a separate insurance rider if they intended to receive an abortion in the future.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed the final piece of the Reproductive Health Act on Monday.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed bipartisan legislation on Dec. 8 that is aimed at making sure Michiganders have a clear and receptive state government.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced she signed bills Friday to lower the cost of prescription drugs, protecting vulnerable adults, safeguarding religious institutions and communities, and more.
A judge handed down the last sentences Thursday in a plot to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, sending one man to prison and putting another on probation, the climax to a remarkable investigation that became public on the eve of the 2020 presidential election but produced mixed results in court.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed a bipartisan legislation to hold drug companies accountable in cases of wrongdoing, according to a Thursday press release.
All state government vehicles in Michigan will be electric by 2040, after Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed an executive directive mandating the state fleet be converted to zero-emission on Dec. 5.
Paul Bellar and Joseph Morrison, who were involved in a plot to attack Michigan's capitol building and kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, were denied release.
Michigan's first LGBTQ+ commission has been officially formed.
Some residents immediately feared the sound was an explosion, according to CBS affiliate WOIO.
A 64-year-old man was taken to Detroit Receiving Hospital for treatment of burns suffered during an industrial accident on Monday.
Nearly 1,000 pounds of marijuana was seized as Shelby Township police handled one of the largest drug smuggling investigations in their community's history.
The high winds are causing headaches at Detroit Metro Airport as well as some of the nation's busiest airports, as dozens of delays and cancellations were reported on Monday.
Patrick Kane scored twice for Detroit to move into sole possession of fourth place on the all-time goals list for NHL players born in the U.S. and lead the Red Wings to a 5-2 victory over the Calgary Flames on Monday night.
Dearborn Heights police confirmed that the call was routed to them at about 12:26 p.m. on March 12, around the same time as the attack in West Bloomfield.
The vice president last visited Michigan in September 2025.
Some residents immediately feared the sound was an explosion, according to CBS affiliate WOIO.
Michigan's U.S. Senators have requested a response within 30 days from the National Weather Service.
A 64-year-old man was taken to Detroit Receiving Hospital for treatment of burns suffered during an industrial accident on Monday.
The United Auto Workers says that Detroit Diesel is adding a third shift, recalling laid-off workers and hiring dozens more people.
AAA says motorists are paying an average of $3.53 a gallon for regular unleaded gas in the United States.
For the first time in 15 years, Stellantis is not issuing a profit-sharing distribution to UAW-represented employees.
Union Vice President Laura Dickerson confirmed that the worker, TJ Sabula, "has no discipline on his record."
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
Short film director Sam Davis gave a shout out to his Michigan hometown when accepting an Oscar award on Sunday.
The film follows CBS News correspondent Steve Hartman and photographer Lou Bopp through their seven-year journey to document the toll of America's school shooting epidemic.
The acclaimed filmmaker, who died in February at age 96, revolutionized the art of documentaries with such films as "Titicut Follies." In an interview recorded last year, the pioneering Wiseman talked about his unusual production methods aimed at capturing life.
Hollywood's biggest stars were honored at the 98th annual Academy Awards on Sunday. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2026 Oscars.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
Some residents immediately feared the sound was an explosion, according to CBS affiliate WOIO.
The high winds are causing headaches at Detroit Metro Airport as well as some of the nation's busiest airports, as dozens of delays and cancellations were reported on Monday.
Patrick Kane scored twice for Detroit to move into sole possession of fourth place on the all-time goals list for NHL players born in the U.S. and lead the Red Wings to a 5-2 victory over the Calgary Flames on Monday night.
The vice president last visited Michigan in September 2025.
Michigan's U.S. Senators have requested a response within 30 days from the National Weather Service.
A second resident of Washtenaw County is suspected to have measles, as health officials continue an investigation about potential cases and exposure sites.
A measles case has been confirmed in Washtenaw County, with health officials investigating when and where others may have been exposed in Southeast Michigan.
Michigan Medicine will drop thousands of Blue Cross Blue Shield members if a deal isn't reached.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Water testing has detected "low levels" of Legionella bacteria at two more Oakland County government buildings.
Patrick Kane scored twice for Detroit to move into sole possession of fourth place on the all-time goals list for NHL players born in the U.S. and lead the Red Wings to a 5-2 victory over the Calgary Flames on Monday night.
The top 16 seeds in the 68-team women's NCAA field will host first- and second-round games, with the regional rounds being played at two neutral sites for the fourth straight year.
The Detroit Pistons were topped by the Raptors 119-108 on Sunday. Brandon Ingram had a game-high 34 points for Toronto.
Duke is the top overall seed in the NCAA men's college basketball tournament, with Arizona, Michigan, and Florida also landing on the No. 1 line.
The Boilermakers won the Big Ten Tournament for the first time since 2023 and the third time overall.
Gardner White opened doors in Detroit in 1912, and the retailer continues to expand with nine new stores planned this year.
Rose talks about a new TV series being filmed in Detroit called "South West High," which revolves around a fictional high school in the Motor City.
As Women's History Month kicks off, Donna Murray-Brown, the new president and CEO of Inforum, appears on Michigan Matters.
Penske, a business and racing legend, turns 89 on Feb. 20 and is celebrating his 60th year in racing during 2026.
Claressa Shields talks about giving back to the community and her efforts to increase equity for women in sports.
Corewell Health nurses have been voting on a strike authorization, with the decision to be announced. Vice President JD Vance will visit Michigan on Wednesday. Those headlines, other top stories and weather are in our news brief.
The Pentagon says more than 200 U.S. service members have been injured and at least 13 were killed in the Middle East during the last two weeks. CBS News has a recap of the headlines from Washington D.C.
Partly sunny, with a high near 30 today. West northwest wind 13 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. An arctic airmass keeps conditions cold today with wind chills to around 0 degrees this morning for most the area. Scattered light lake effect snow showers and flurries continue today. The good news, a warming trend mid to late week will take temps back up to the 50's.
The Hazel Park School board appears to table the decision to buy out the superintendent's contract during a meeting on Monday.
Three people who were killed in a crash early Monday morning in Detroit have been identified as Wayne State University students, university officials said.