Michigan Restaurants and Hospitals Clash Over COVID Pause
A federal judge heard MRLA warn Michigan restaurants face collapse without another shutdown while the state argues hospital systems are at risk from COVID surge. MRLA cites 2,000 closures and 250,000 jobs lost. state cites indoor dining risks. Judge requested more information. ruling pending.
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Whitmer says too early to tell if longer shutdown needed
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said on Tuesday it's too soon to decide if the Michigan COVID-19 indoor gathering order will be extended beyond its Dec. 9 expiry. The order, tied to MDHHS Director Robert Gordon, has closed in person dining and many indoor activities since Nov. 18. Officials monitor case positivity, capacity, and tracing as they consider next steps.
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Giuliani to testify in Michigan elections hearing
Michigan lawmakers say Rudy Giuliani will appear in person at a Wednesday hearing before the Michigan House Oversight Committee. Chairman Matt Hall said the session, not on the calendar, could begin around 6 p.m. after full House proceedings.
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Michigan and county COVID daily totals report Dec 1
Michigan reports 5 793 new cases and 190 deaths on December 1 with totals 366 242 cases and 9 324 deaths statewide. Ottawa County logs 16 new cases and 4 deaths for 13 456 cases and 664 deaths with 6 256 recoveries. Allegany County shows 59 new cases and 1 death, totaling 3 820 cases and 348 deaths with 1 821 recoveries. Figures from MDHHS and local health departments note some deaths identified in Vital Records reviews and that earlier dates may update after publication.
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