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Desperate restaurant owners testify in front of the Michigan House Oversight Committee

Sue Wangler, owner of Wangler's Wagon Wheel in West Branch, gave passionate testimony recently before the Michigan House Oversight Committee about the anxiety of having to file for bankruptcy due to the COVID-19 restrictions still in place for restaurant owners.

By Trina Thomas | Feb 24, 2021

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Government employees see pay increase while punishing struggling Michigan business owners

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has made hypocritical statements during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Michigan Capitol Confidential.

By Trina Thomas | Feb 12, 2021

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

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 employees.

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Residents unclear whether Whitmer will lift COVID-19 restaurant restrictions by February

By Andy Nghiem | Jan 18, 2021

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer recently announced that the current COVID-19 lockdown might be modified to permit restaurants to resume indoor dining, but Michigan residents remain skeptical, according to the Mackinac Center for Public Policy.

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There are clear parallels between unemployment and business lockdowns in Michigan

By Michael Pineda | Jan 11, 2021

Battling the COVID-19 pandemic has been an ongoing learning experience for Michigan, as well as the country and the world.

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Michigan restaurant workers impacted more by COVID-19 closures than those in other states

By Elle Johnson | Dec 21, 2020

Since February, the number of Michigan residents working in restaurants has decreased by 24%, according the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

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MDHHS director and Whitmer blame Michigan residents for ongoing spread of COVID-19

By Andy Nghiem | Dec 18, 2020

Director of the Michigan Department of Heath and Human Services (MDHHS) Robert Gordon made a statement blaming the state’s residents for the ongoing spread of the COVID-19 virus and extended the lockdown closing indoor service at bars and restaurants until at least Sunday, Dec. 20, according to Michigan Capitol Confidential.

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Michigan suspends liquor licenses for COVID-19 pandemic violations

By Bob Pepalis | Dec 4, 2020

Three restaurants/bars had their liquor licenses suspended for violating the state’s COVID-19 regulations, the Michigan Liquor Control Commission (MLCC) said, according to Michigan Capitol Confidential.

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Michigan can order bodies to be cremated without family permission under COVID-19 rule

By Bob Pepalis | Nov 27, 2020

Since May, Michigan has had it on the books that dead bodies can be cremated without permission from family members, if an appropriate person cannot be contacted within 24 hours, or if family members fail to make arrangements within 48 hours of their relative’s death.

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New legislation extends Michigan driver's license and registration renewal grace period to Dec. 11

By Benjamin Kibbey | Nov 11, 2020

Michigan drivers have until Friday, Dec. 11, to renew their licenses and vehicle registrations after two bills sponsored by Rep. Mike Mueller (R-Linden) recently became law, extending the deadlines.

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MIOSHA to conduct COVID-19 inspections with potential fines up to $7,000

By Benjamin Kibbey | Aug 28, 2020

The Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) is asking Michigan residents to tip them off about any perceived violations of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's executive orders related to the COVID-19 pandemic, as they conduct an inspection and enforcement operation dubbed a "State Emphasis Program."

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Michigan Coalition for Open Government releases Sunshine Agenda to help remove curtain from governor and legislature

By Kimberly James | Aug 14, 2020

The Michigan Coalition for Open Government has released a new agenda to ensure residents have access to government meetings and records.

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New outdoor social drinking laws approved by Michigan lawmakers

By James Ledbetter | Jul 16, 2020

Recent legislation, which was initiated by Rep. Michael Webber (R-Rochester Hills), Rep. Sarah Anthony (D-Lansing) and Sen. Aric Nesbitt (R-Lawton), gives Michigan bars and restaurants economic support amid the COVID-19 crisis, according to Michigan House Republicans.

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Auto insurance reforms take effect in Michigan

By Michael Carroll | 5 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.