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Whitmer claims Michigan's economy hasn't been 'closed for eight months' during pandemic

By Elle Johnson | Feb 3, 2021

Although some constituents feel that the way Gov. Gretchen Whitmer handled the COVID-19 pandemic indicates that she was attempting to control the economy and residents' lives, she took the opportunity to shoot down this myth during a recent press conference.

Michigan Legislature redefines 'good moral character' to help ex-cons get professional licenses

By Elle Johnson | Jan 7, 2021

House Bills 4488-4492 were passed by the Michigan Legislature to redefine "good moral character" as it relates to those who have a criminal record.

Michigan asks residents to report COVID-19 restrictions during Thanksgiving

By Elle Johnson | Nov 21, 2020

This Thanksgiving, the state of Michigan will be asking residents to submit reports if they see others violating COVID-19 restrictions during Thanksgiving gatherings, as a way to prevent the spread of the virus in the state.

Hernandez: Michigan should fully reopen economy while budgeting carefully

By Elle Johnson | Sep 19, 2020

After the Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference, Rep. Shane Hernandez (R-Port Huron), chair of the Michigan House Appropriations Committee, said Michigan needs to fully reopen the economy safely while being smart about state government budgeting.