state of emergency

Extreme weather patterns, fruit flies, and decay have impacted Michigan's sweet cherry crop this year. Governor Gretchen Whitmer sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture asking them to declare a federal disaster for the region, which would make emergency funding available for the state's cherry farmers.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer declared a state of emergency late Thursday evening for the city of Flat Rock, and Wayne and Monroe counties. That's after an…

The Michigan Supreme Court has reaffirmed that the Board of State Canvassers must certify a ballot question to repeal the 1945 Emergency Powers of…

The COVID-19 state of emergency in Michigan has been extended by Governor Gretchen Whitmer through October 27.This action is not a surprise since Governor…

Michigan courts have upheld Governor Gretchen Whitmer's legal authority to unilaterally extend a state of emergency due to the coronavirus pandemic - but…

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer Friday extended her executive order declaring a state of emergency due to the COVID-19 pandemic through September 4.“We are in a…

A recent battle between Michigan’s Democratic governor and Republican legislative leaders over who has the authority to guide the state’s response to the…

Oakland County’s first COVID-19 patient is "in good shape," according to county officials. The patient was tested Tuesday and the positive result came in…

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed legislation Friday that says Michigan schools don't have to make up as many as four snow days that occurred during a deep…

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has declared an emergency in Newaygo County.The county was hard hit by flooding since last week from the combination of heavy rain…