Michiganders have never lost access to reproductive health care since the US Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. But state lawmakers say there’s still more work to be done.
Search
Results for "whitmer"
Whitmer Signs New Law to Protect Black Michiganders from Hair Discrimination
After years of Republican blockades, a bill to outlaw hair discrimination in Michigan has finally made it into state law.
Whitmer Signs Law to Help Michigan Communities Retain More Local Cops and Taxpayer Dollars
Newly signed legislation will allow local police departments to claw back the cost of police officers’ academy training should they choose to leave the department within four years of graduation.
Update: Michigan Man Pleads Guilty to Assisting in Plot to Kidnap Whitmer
A man prosecutors describe as an anti-government extremist who backed a plot to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer plans to change his plea from not guilty, court records show.
Whitmer Signs Directive Aimed at Relieving Student Loan Strain for Michiganders
As the US Supreme Court approaches a ruling on President Joe Biden’s proposal to forgive a portion of student loan debt, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has instructed various state agencies to explore cost-cutting mechanisms for borrowers in Michigan.
Whitmer Cuts ‘Red Tape’ in Ditching Letter Grade Ranking System for Michigan’s Public Schools
A statewide ranking system that assigns letter grades to public schools in Michigan will no longer be used to judge their performance. But there’s still plenty of data available to help parents find the right school.
Whitmer Signs New Legislation to Expand Voting Rights for Michigan Military Members Overseas
New signed bipartisan legislation in Michigan will ensure that absentee ballots from military and overseas voters are counted up to six days after an election.
Whitmer Takes Key Role With Biden’s New 2024 Presidential Campaign
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer was named as a national campaign co-chairperson for President Joe Biden’s 2024 re-election campaign this week.
Whitmer Signs Historic New Legislation to Curb Gun Violence in Michigan
Democrats in the state Legislature promised meaningful gun safety reforms after another senseless mass shooting. Now, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is carrying the bills to the finish line.
Whitmer Made a Promise to Crack Down on Crime—And Data Suggests She’s Keeping It
Hundreds of illegal firearms have been taken off the streets through a statewide gun violence prevention initiative. And the latest funding plan from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer includes more investments designed to keep local communities safe from crime.
4 Key Takeaways From the First 50 Days of Whitmer’s Second Term
Michiganders have seen thousands of new jobs, progress on a lengthy list of road repairs, lower costs for families pinched by inflation, and continued efforts to make the state a safer place to live, work and learn.
Counties, Cities and Townships Rejoice at Whitmer’s Proposed Funding Boost
Tucked away between Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s headline-grabbing spending proposals for education, infrastructure and more on Wednesday lies a potentially historic win for local governments.
Whitmer Budget Plan Prioritizes Tax Cuts and School Funding
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Wednesday proposed a $79 billion budget that aims to substantially invest in schools and public health while cutting taxes for the state’s retirees and low-income households.
Tutoring, Literacy, and Preschool: Whitmer K-12 Budget Centers on Bipartisan Proposals
Literacy and tutoring are two things that Michigan Republicans and Democrats agree are important. And it’s probably no coincidence that they’re both near the top of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s education agenda.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer Talks Women, Small Communities With The ‘Gander
‘Gander’s Lisa Hayes talks to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer about supporting women and building stronger communities in Michigan.
State of the State: Whitmer to Call for Free Pre-K for All 4-Year-Olds
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is expected to announce a plan during her State of the State speech Wednesday to provide prekindergarten education for all 4-year-olds in Michigan in an attempt to help families with rising costs.
State of the State: Whitmer Pushes for 1:1 Tutoring as Part of Education Plan
If Gov. Gretchen Whitmer gets her way, Michigan children could start getting one-on-one tutoring in reading before spring break.
Historic Term Begins in Michigan, as Gov. Whitmer Takes the Helm for a Second Time
“For the next four years, our task is to ensure that every Michigander, present and future, can succeed.”
Judge Denies Bid for New Trial in Whitmer Kidnapping Case
A federal judge has denied a new trial request by two men convicted of conspiring to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
Whitmer Pledges to Continue Bipartisan Effort— Even After Dems Take Control of State Legislature
Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer pledged to continue to lead in a bipartisan fashion during a 15-minute address to reporters, family members, state elected officials, and campaign staff on Wednesday after being elected to a second term.
Prosecutor: Men Planned to ‘Target’ Cops to Assist in Whitmer Kidnapping
Each man is charged with three crimes related to a plot to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, including providing material support for a terrorist act, which carries a maximum prison sentence of 20 years.
Explainer: 3 More Men on Trial in ‘Heinous’ Plot to Kidnap Whitmer
A scheme to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in 2020 will get yet another airing in a different court when three men face trial this week.
Tudor Dixon Slammed for ‘Dangerous Rhetoric’ on Whitmer Kidnapping Plot
Republican gubernatorial hopeful Tudor Dixon on Friday compared Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s policies to the 2020 plot to kidnap the governor—remarks that Democrats have since sharply criticized as making light of a serious and dangerous crime.
Whitmer to Appoint Replacement to Michigan Supreme Court as Chief Justice Leaves Bench
The chief justice of the Michigan Supreme Court will step down by the end of 2022, leaving Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to pick a new justice to fill the term—at least through 2024.
Five Men tied to Whitmer Kidnapping Plot Face Key Hearing in Antrim County
A judge began hearing evidence Monday to determine if five men will face trial for their alleged roles in a plot to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
Whitmer Kidnapping Plot Convictions Unlikely to Curb Extremism
Experts think the conviction of two men for conspiring to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer leaves unanswered questions about the potential for violence by extremists with a vendetta against government and law enforcement.
Jury Finds Two Men Guilty of Conspiring to Kidnap Whitmer
Jurors returned Tuesday for their first full day of deliberations in the trial of two men accused of hatching a plan to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
Prosecutors Rest Their Case Against 2 Men in Whitmer Plot
Prosecutors rested their case Thursday against two men charged with conspiring to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
Witnesses: Duo Was Eager to Kidnap Whitmer
Two men charged with conspiring to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in 2020 were very eager to move forward and fully onboard with the plan, two key witnesses testified.
Jury Hears From Key Informant in Whitmer Kidnapping Plot
Jurors heard from Dan Chappel, who was known as “Big Dan” to Adam Fox and a band of anti-government extremists.