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Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer wants 28-day extension of emergency powers
The Democratic governor on Monday said she will seek another extension of her sweeping powers, potentially setting up a clash with the Republican-led Legislature that has questioned her approach to the coronavirus pandemic in recent weeks.
Gov. Whitmer to restart Michigan economy by regions, types of workplaces
Michigan will reopen in phases across eight regions and nine workplace types, depending on coronavirus case counts and the risk for continued spread. The process could start in the next two weeks with construction firms and other “outdoor enterprises,” Gov. Whitmer said Monday.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer expected to extend stay-home order until May 15
Gretchen Whitmer’s pending announcement comes as Republican lawmakers plan a meeting to review her handling of the coronavirus crisis, and to lobby to reopen the economy.
Michigan’s new stay-home order allows landscaping, boating and golf
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Friday extended Michigan’s stay-at-home order through May 15 but relaxed rules for large retailers while allowing landscapers, plant nurseries, bike repair shops and other select businesses to resume operations.
What Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s stay-at-home executive order means to Michigan
You’re required to wear a mask in public enclosed spaces, but you can buy non-essential items for curbside pickup, among other changes.
Michigan Republicans launch attack on Gov. Whitmer’s emergency powers
The GOP-led Legislature announced plans to vote on limiting Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s emergency powers and form a panel to conduct oversight of her actions during the state’s economic shutdown.
Whitmer laying off government workers as coronavirus hits Michigan budget
Michigan state budget coffers have been hit hard by the coronavirus, and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's staff begin sending emails to state employees Wednesday announcing 10-day layoffs.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer wants to extend stay-home order past May 1
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer seeks to tamp down expectations that the economy will reopen next week, saying the state likely needs more time to avoid a second wave of coronavirus. Republicans have signaled an opposition to any extension.
Want Michigan to reopen soon? Stay home now, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer urges
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is urging Michigan residents to continue staying at home as the state’s coronavirus curve appears to bend and she develops plans to begin reopening parts of the economy by May 1.
Michigan Legislature won’t extend Whitmer’s stay-home order, Shirkey says
Senate majority leader says, unlike other states, Michigan won’t extend its stay-home order after April 30. But Mike Shirkey says plenty of restrictions are likely even after the order expires.
Inside Michigan Gov. Whitmer’s coronavirus fight: ‘We know we saved lives'
First-term Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s national profile is rising, along with criticisms about her stay-at-home order and handling of the coronavirus. Internal documents show state workers spent weekends preparing but Whitmer acknowledges some regret: “If I could go back in time, would I have started stockpiling N-95 masks? Absolutely.”
Gov. Whitmer, Midwest governors team up on plans to reopen state economies
The bipartisan team includes Democratic Govs. Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan, Tony Evers of Wisconsin, J.B. Pritzker of Illinois and Andy Beshear of Kentucky, along with Republican Govs. Mike DeWine of Ohio and Eric Holcomb of Indiana.
‘Operation Gridlock’ protest of Gov. Whitmer stay-home order jams Lansing
SLIDESHOW: Hundreds of cars descend on downtown Lansing to protest Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s stay-home order. Protesters say the new limits go too far and infringe on liberties. Whitmer says they’re necessary to save lives.
Opinion | Gov. Whitmer needs our help in this crisis. That's common sense.
Whether you voted for Gretchen Whitmer or not, whether you are a Democrat or Republican, whether you live in Onekama or Detroit, she is working to protect you and your family.
As Michigan coronavirus cases slow, Gov. Whitmer eyes reopening economy
The end of Michigan’s coronavirus nightmare may be in sight, but ‘we need to get this right,’ Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said Monday. The business shutdown from the virus has left more than 1 million residents jobless.
Can you buy seeds in Michigan? Confusion reigns over Whitmer stay-home order.
Several days after Gov. Gretchen Whitmer expanded her stay-home order, retailers are still confused by it and say the state is providing little guidance. Whitmer in turn accuses U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos of helping fund a protest against the rules.
Opinion | Gov. Whitmer’s stay-at-home order needs common-sense changes
“The list of absurdities in the governor’s order is long, and unlike our gardens, it’s growing,” writes Senate Majority Leader Mike Shirkey.
GOP, merchants upset Michigan’s stay-home order is tougher than other states
Michigan’s coronavirus caseload is beginning to slow, prompting some to question Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s expanded stay-home order. She and doctors say vigilance is necessary or infections will spike.
Coronavirus pandemic extends Michigan stay-at-home order until end of April
Additional restrictions will be put on large stores under extended stay-at-home order and vacation travel is banned.
Some in masks, Michigan lawmakers extend Whitmer authority amid coronavirus
State lawmakers answered screening questions, had their temperature checked and some wore masks in the Michigan Capitol on Tuesday as they extended Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s emergency authority to battle the coronavirus through April 30.