The Michigan governor said the dangers posed by the virus are still high.
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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.
5 key takeaways from the South Carolina Democratic debate
Here are some of the biggest moments from the Feb. 2020 presidential debate in South Carolina.
Georgia legislation would give non-violent former felons a chance to expunge records
A piece of legislation in Georgia would give hundreds of thousands of former felons a chance for a second life.
Feds backtrack on transfer of quarantined coronavirus patients to Alabama
The federal government changed its plans to send passengers from the Diamond Princess to the state following complaints and the threat of an injunction.
Florida’s Dixie Highways renamed in honor of Harriet Tubman
Florida roads are removing their Confederate namesake in exchange for the Underground Railroad leader.
Federal appeals court rules against Florida’s restriction on former felons from voting over fines
The attorneys representing the 17 former felons say the judge’s decision helps their case to restore voting rights for all of the state’s formerly incarcerated.
Bee-killing pesticides could be banned in Minnesota under new bill
A state lawmaker wants certain chemicals out of cities to help boost the pollinator population.