Ramped up testing and strong guidelines has shown progress in Michigan’s battle against COVID-19.
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As Florida begins to reopen state businesses, data shows no significant drop in COVID-19 case numbers
As Florida begins to reopen its economy, the numbers behind the outbreak show a mixed message on its recovery.
Coronavirus putting future of state bills, grassroots efforts in jeopardy
The future of statehouses and civics is up in the air as the pandemic limits options.
Protester with ax involved in clash at Michigan rally against stay-at-home orders
Another incident took place during a rally against Michigan’s stay at home order
AOC pays virtual visits to fans in their ‘Animal Crossing’ islands
The New York congresswoman has been a fan of Nintendo games for years and decided to use its newest hit to interact with fans.
NYPD officer put on modified duty after violent social distancing violation arrest filmed
The mayor and police commissioner said they are disturbed by the video.
Michigan governor extends state emergency order despite Trump tweet backing protesters
The Michigan governor said the dangers posed by the virus are still high.
A tale of two pandemics: How coronavirus split the map of the US
The coronavirus has created two different scenarios when it comes to policy and the rise in cases.
Michigan judge sides with governor in lawsuit over coronavirus shelter-in-place order
The judge denied the plaintiff’s request for an injunction against the emergency order.
Protesters, some armed, spill into Michigan Capitol building demanding end to stay-at-home order
Michigan’s State Capitol was filled with protesters, many of whom didn’t practice social distancing, called on state leaders to not renew the order even though the virus killed 3,600 state residents.
Union leader blasts NYC mayor, Macy’s for moving ahead with fireworks show
The proposal to continue the annual fireworks show isn’t sitting well with some New Yorkers.
Cleaner air due to coronavirus pandemic makes Earth Day 50th anniversary celebration bittersweet
The 50th anniversary of Earth Day lacked the major mass celebrations out in the streets, but it did give people a sense of what cleaner air can be like.
How coronavirus is causing confusion with states’ alcohol laws
Reports of consumers crossing state lines to buy drinks has leaders worried.
Cuomo, de Blasio disagreement over school restart amid coronavirus puts parents in limbo
The rivalry between the governor and the mayor has left millions of parents frustrated and confused over their children’s future.
Coronavirus fears help push gun background checks to record levels in March
Gun control advocates are worried about increased shootings.
Rhode Island reverses order to make only New York visitors self-quarantine after Cuomo threatens lawsuit
A battle of policies between the two governors ended with Rhode Island withdrawing its mandatory self isolation order for New Yorkers.
State governors taking lead on coronavirus precautions as federal government works to define plan
As the federal government scrambles to come up with a national policy over the coronavirus outbreak, state governors have taken the lead to protect their residents.
State public health cuts hamper coronavirus containment: Experts
Declines in public health funding across the nation have made it harder to combat the COVID-19 virus.
Coronavirus has ‘pandemic potential,’ WHO warns as US ramps up testing
Health officials and world leaders provide updates on the outbreak.
Oregon lawmakers were supposed to vote on a climate change bill. Republicans walked out – again
For the second year in a row, Oregon GOP members refused to be in the state house before a green cap and trade bill came before a vote.