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Restaurant owners in Michigan urge Whitmer to ease COVID-19 restrictions that are affecting business

Restaurant owners are urging Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to end indoor seating capacity limits, which were put into place because of the COVID-19 pandemic, saying the sanctions are driving them out of business.

By John Sammon | Feb 22, 2021

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Michigan government workers prosper as COVID-19 restrictions pummel small businesses

While thousands of Michigan small businesses and workers were financially devastated by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s extensive COVID-19 lockdowns and restrictions, some government-sector employees have avoided economic setbacks and have even thrived during this period.

By Andy Nghiem | Feb 11, 2021

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Nessel joins coalition of attorneys general to stop employers from withholding tips from their employees

By Elle Johnson | Jan 27, 2021

A coalition of attorneys general, joined by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, has filed a last-ditch effort to stop employers from withholding tips from their employees.

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Runestad criticizes Whitmer's extension of indoor dining restrictions at Michigan restaurants

By Savannah Howe | Jan 25, 2021

In late December, Michigan Sen. Jim Runestad (R-White Lake) chastised Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's prolonged closure of the state's restaurants, which has now been extended through Monday, Feb. 1.

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Michigan's COVID-19 health orders have had a dramatic effect on unemployment

By Michael Pineda | Jan 12, 2021

As the state of Michigan combats the newest surge in COVID-19 cases, the debate is continuing about the effectiveness of the ongoing health mandates and restrictions.

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MDHHS ordered Michigan's bars and restaurants to shut down indoor dining until Dec. 20

By James Ledbetter | Dec 15, 2020

Robert Gordon, the director of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), has announced orders that the state’s bars and restaurants are to ban indoor dining through at least Sunday, Dec. 20, according to Michigan Capitol Confidential.

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As cases of COVID-19 climb in Michigan, MDHHS director believes in 'the power of masks'

By Andy Nghiem | Nov 13, 2020

When the director of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Robert Gordon was asked why he hasn’t issued guidance mandating another stay-at-home order, he replied that he has faith in “the power of masks," according to Michigan Capitol Confidential.

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New bills move deadline to Dec. 11 for renewing Michigan driver's license and registration

By Benjamin Kibbey | Nov 11, 2020

Recently approved legislation gives Michigan drivers until Friday, Dec. 11, to renew their licenses and vehicle registrations.

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Whitmer's veto of nursing home COVID-19 bill 'huge error in judgment'

By Michael Pineda | Aug 28, 2020

Plans to protect Michigan’s most vulnerable citizens from the COVID-19 pandemic went astray as Gov. Gretchen Whitmer vetoed a bill, drawing a strong reaction from state legislators.

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Michigan Supreme Court ends predatory foreclosures by Oakland County treasurer

By Juliette Fairley | Jul 29, 2020

The Michigan Supreme Court ruled last week that Oakland County and its treasurer are not entitled to the excess proceeds from the sale of tax-foreclosed properties that exceed the amount owed in delinquent unpaid taxes, interest, penalties and fees.

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Runestad's electronic privacy legislation will be on the ballot this November

By Charmaine Little | Jul 10, 2020

Michigan residents will have a chance to vote yes or no on Sen. Jim Runestad’s (R-White Lake) privacy resolution in the upcoming November election, according to the MiSenateGOP website on June 25.

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Michigan vape shop’s regulations case headed for federal appellate court: ‘It’s a matter of public health’

By Sarah Downey | Jul 6, 2020

A potentially precedent-setting case centering on the issuance of federal regulations is scheduled for oral arguments before the U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit, in September.

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Runestad urges people to sign petition protecting seniors in nursing homes

By Kyla Asbury | Jun 9, 2020

Sen. Jim Runestad (R-White Lake) created a petition to push for the allowance of cameras to be installed in nursing home residents' rooms, according to MiSenateGOP.

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Auto insurance reforms take effect in Michigan

By Michael Carroll | 4 years ago

Hundreds of new state laws took effect across the nation this week, including minimum wage increases, new internet privacy rules, gun-related regulations, marijuana legalization and new tests on whether workers can be classified as independent contractors.