About 900,000 kids got COVID-19 vaccine in first week, White House says
The White House says roughly 900,000 kids aged 5-11 will have received their first dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine in just their first week of eligibility.
Biden COVID-19 vaccine, test mandate covers government workers in Michigan
Government workers in Michigan are included in the Biden administration's new COVID-19 vaccine mandate.
Michigan's lower Christmas tree supply this year linked to 2008 housing crash
While supply chain issues rankle the artificial Christmas tree market, it's the 2008 Great Recession that could create problems for hopeful tree buyers this year.
US surgeon general releases guide to combating COVID-19 misinformation
The U.S. Surgeon General released a guide aimed at combating the spread of COVID-19 misinformation, including tips on how to talk to friends and family.
Aaron Rodgers upset with being 'crucified' for COVID vax explanation: report
The fallout from Aaron Rodgers explaining the reasons why he chose to be unvaccinated against the coronavirus is reportedly irking the Green Bay Packers superstar quarterback.
Regeneron says single dose of antibody treatment cut COVID-19 risk by 81%
Regeneron said Monday that its monoclonal antibody treatment was shown to reduce the risk of contracting COVID-19 by 81.6% for up to eight months.
What you need to know about Biden's new COVID-19 vaccine mandate
If allowed to move forward, President Joe Biden's COVID-19 vaccine mandate would require all workplaces with more than 100 employees to require the vaccine or mandatory testing.
With travel restrictions lifted, grandma meets grandson for 1st time
Suman Singh touched down at San Francisco International Airport, weary from travel but weeping with joy that she could finally meet her newest relative: Her grandson.
Michigan childcare workers to get $1,000 bonus for sacrifices during pandemic
Daycare workers now qualify for a $1,000 bonus from the state of Michigan as a way to say thank you for their hard work during the past 18 months of the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 vaccine for kids: Jill Biden, surgeon general kick off US campaign
The Biden administration is encouraging school districts to host COVID-19 vaccine clinics for kids and provide information to parents on the benefits.
Federal workers offer first test of Biden vaccine mandates
About 4 million federal workers, from FBI agents to Bureau of Prisons guards to U.S. Food and Drug Administration workers, are to be vaccinated by Nov. 22 under the president’s executive order aimed at stopping the spread of the coronavirus.
Aaron Rodgers says he's unvaccinated, sought alternative treatment instead of COVID-19 vaccine
Breaking his silence on the Pat McAfee Show Friday, Aaron Rodgers addressed his recent COVID diagnosis and the backlash that has come from his unvaccinated status.
Biden admin considering vaccine mandate for businesses with fewer than 100 employees
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is considering whether businesses with fewer than 100 employees should be subject to the same COVID-19 vaccine and testing mandate it is implementing on big businesses.
After the holidays, New York's Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree becomes homes for needy families
Have you ever wondered what happens to the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree once it comes down?
COVID-19 vaccines for kids 5-11 to be ‘fully up and running’ next week, White House says
The shot still needs a final recommendation from the CDC, but White House COVID-19 coordinator Jeff Zients said Monday that “starting the week of November 8, the kids’ vaccination program will be fully up and running.”
Ice Cube refuses COVID vaccine and walks away from $9M movie paycheck: report
Ice Cube reportedly backed out of a $9 million paycheck on a movie because he refused to get the COVID-19 vaccine, according to the Hollywood Reporter.
FDA authorizes Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5 to 11
The FDA has authorized the emergency use expansion of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine access to children 5 and 11 years old. The CDC will next decide whether to sign off on the shots.
CDC to continue recommending masks in all schools, Walensky says
Dr. Rochelle Walensky, director of the CDC, said officials will “continue to recommend masks in all schools for all people in those schools.” The reason: time.
MSU asks professors, staff to help out at dorm cafeterias due to lack of workers
It has gotten so hard to find people to work, that some faculty and staff have been asked if they’d be willing to volunteer their services in various dorm cafeterias.
Michigan reports 1st animal coronavirus case after cat tests positive
Michigan confirmed its first case of coronavirus in an animal after a cat tested positive. The feline had direct contact with its owners who had COVID-19.