Great Lakes Wire

As shutdown orders mount in Michigan and elsewhere, concerns about mental health grow

By Michael Pineda | Dec 7, 2020

Given the understated negative impact of the shutdown on children and adults, state governments could take into account the unintended consequences as they make COVID-19-related decisions moving forward.

Theis: Whitmer has 'chosen politics over practical solutions'

By Michael Pineda | Sep 16, 2020

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s COVID-19 policies involving nursing homes have been scrutinized as the death toll has mounted and legislation has been vetoed.

Coronavirus demands force Michigan to reprioritize spending

By Michael Pineda | Apr 1, 2020

The impact of the new coronavirus pandemic is forcing the state of Michigan to readjust its priorities in terms of spending.

Economic fears mount as Michigan residents obey "Stay Home, Stay Safe"

By Michael Pineda | Mar 31, 2020

Economic concerns have been compounded in the northern part of Michigan with the signing of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s "Stay Home, Stay Safe" executive order.