Hereโs what people are buying the most during the pandemic, according to surveyWe asked our viewers what they've been spending money on during the pandemic -- here's what they said.
๐ Survey: What were your best and worst pandemic buys?We want to hear from you: What did you spend money on during the pandemic? What were your best and worst purchases?
CDC recommends masks in Metro Detroit amid โhighโ COVID spreadSeveral Metro Detroit counties have been upgraded to a โhighโ COVID-19 risk category and are being urged to practice mask wearing in public by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Flashpoint Interview: Top doctors discuss COVID variants, futureIt feels like many of us put COVID-19 in the rearview mirror with the last drop in cases -- but, as much as weโd like it to stay there, weโre seeing another uptick in cases.
Michigan State University drops classroom masking, still requires COVID vaccinesMichigan State University is reevaluating its COVID-19 restrictions after virus cases declined significantly in recent weeks following a monthslong surge of infections and hospitalizations.
Live stream: Beaumont Health marks 2 years since COVID hit MichiganBeaumont Health officials held a news briefing Thursday morning to mark the 2-year anniversary of the first COVID-19 cases reported in Michigan in 2020.
Flashpoint Interview: Michiganโs chief medical executive talks strategy as COVID cases slowWeโre talking with Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, Michiganโs chief medical executive, as the state adjusts its pandemic response strategy with cases slowing down.
Flashpoint Interview: Wayne County treasurer talks approaching property tax deadlineThis week on Flashpoint, weโre talking with Wayne County Treasurer Eric Sabree, who discusses the end of foreclosure moratoriums and the important property tax deadline thatโs approaching.
Tech Time: New video game shows how COVID spreadsA new COVID simulator video game is designed to show people how the virus spreads in different settings in a fun and humorous way.
Henry Ford Health shares COVID updateLeaders of the Henry Ford Health System held a news briefing Wednesday afternoon to provide an update on COVID and its impact on nursing.
Henry Ford Health leaders provide COVID updateLeaders of the Henry Ford Health System provided an update Thursday morning on the status of COVID hospitalizations and the virusโ impact on operations.
University of Michigan expert explains why he thinks COVID pandemic will end in 2022With the coronavirus spreading at an unseen rate in Michigan and beyond, it can be hard to imagine any end in sight.
Flashpoint Interview: University of Michigan immunologist says pandemic will end in 2022With the coronavirus spreading at an unseen rate in Michigan and beyond, it can be hard to imagine any end in sight.
Flashpoint Interview: Michigan Gov. Whitmer talks COVID response amid surgeThe ongoing COVID surge has gotten worse in Michigan and throughout the nation, partly fueled by the highly contagious omicron variant.
Western Michigan hospital turns to heated tent to ease COVID-19 crushA hospital in western Michigan is using a heated tent as extra emergency space due to a surge in COVID-19 cases.
Detroit mayor announces plan to boost COVID testing efforts amid surgeWith COVID-19 spreading rapidly throughout Detroit, Mayor Mike Duggan held a news conference Wednesday afternoon to announce the cityโs effort to ramp up virus testing.
Flashpoint Interview: Metro Detroit leaders discuss Michiganโs new political mapsAn independent commission of citizens have redrawn Michiganโs political districts for the first time in the stateโs history -- but not everyone is on board with the changes.
Flashpoint Interview: US reps for Michigan talk changing districts, midtermsMichigan is looking at what will likely be a dramatic set of midterm elections this year after the stateโs political maps were redrawn.
Rest of world junior hockey championship canceled over COVIDThe remainder of the world junior hockey championship has been canceled over fears of a COVID-19 outbreak.
Central Michigan University to require COVID booster shots for on-campus communityStudents and staff on campus at Central Michigan University (CMU) will be required to get their COVID-19 booster shot by mid-January, the school reported Wednesday.
Flashpoint Interview: Michigan nurses tell stories from COVID front linesFour dedicated nurses from Michigan health systems join us on Flashpoint this week to discuss their work on the front lines of the ongoing pandemic.
Flashpoint 12/26/21: Stories from the front lines; Futurist from FordWatch Flashpoint every Sunday at 10 a.m. on Local 4 News.
Last-minute holiday shopping: Contactless options amid COVID concernsWith COVID concerns rising just days before Christmas, last-minute shoppers may be looking for contactless options to avoid going into crowded stores.
Health officials: Omicron variant identified in 5 Michigan countiesThe latest COVID-19 variant omicron has now been identified in five counties across the state of Michigan, officials said Friday.
Michigan State University to require COVID booster shots for students, staffStudents, faculty and staff at Michigan State University will soon be required to receive their COVID-19 booster vaccine.
One year ago: Pfizerโs Michigan facility begins COVID vaccine shipmentsA year ago today in December 2020, a huge logistics operation began to ship millions of vaccines to hospitals across the country, and it all centered here in Michigan.
Flashpoint Interview: University of Michigan doctor talks state's COVID struggleDr. Jim Baker, University of Michigan doctor, immunologist and founder of the allergy clinic, joins Flashpoint host Devin Scillian to discuss problems facing the state's fight against COVID.
Flashpoint Interview: Michigan health director talks omicron variant, stateโs COVID surgeMichigan was already struggling with its fourth surge of the coronavirus before word came that yet another variant, now called omicron, has mutated its way into circulation.
Israel warns of โemergencyโ after detecting new virus strainIsrael's prime minister says the country is โon the threshold of an emergency situationโ after authorities detected its first case of a new coronavirus variant in a traveler who returned from Malawi.
Flashpoint Interview: Metro Detroit health leaders talk whatโs behind Michiganโs COVID surge, whatโs nextPhysicians and leaders of Metro Detroit health systems sat down with Devin Scillian on Flashpoint to discuss the factors behind Michiganโs latest COVID surge and what's next.
Concerns over Michiganโs rising COVID numbers ramp up as Thanksgiving nearsMichigan health leaders say the state is heading in the wrong direction, and theyโre concerned that the situation could get worse during the holiday season.
New hurdle for COVID-19 home testing -- the holiday seasonHoliday season could strain COVID-19 home test supplies as more Americans try to screen themselves before Thanksgiving and other family gatherings.
Stellantis: Most salaried employees in US must show COVID vaccination proof by Dec. 4Most salaried Stellantis employees in the United States will be required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination by Dec. 4.
Michigan health officials: Face masks recommended at all indoor gatherings amid COVID surgeMichigan health officials are recommending anyone above the age of 2 to wear a face mask while gathering indoors during the holiday season as the state battles the worst coronavirus spread in the nation.
Data: Michigan seeing highest COVID case numbers in USMichigan is once again leading the nation with the highest number of daily new COVID-19 cases, and experts donโt see an end in sight anytime soon.
Michiganโs chief medical officer talks COVID surge -- Flashpoint 11/14/21, Segment 2The new chief health executive of Michigan, Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, joins Flashpoint host Devin Scillian for the first time to discuss COVID spread in the state, and just where things stand.
EXPLAINER: How US rules on international travel are changingMore than a year and a half after the U.S. to closed its borders to international travelers, restrictions are shifting to focus on COVID-19 vaccine status.
Child COVID vaccines: Hereโs how to schedule an appointment in DetroitThe city of Detroit is getting ready to start administering COVID-19 vaccinations to children ages 5 to 11 years old following federal authorization for that age group.
Detroit mayor details plans to vaccinate kids for COVIDMayor Mike Duggan held a news conference Friday morning to detail plans to vaccinate children for COVID-19 in Detroit following federal authorization.
Motherโs COVID death inspires Detroit woman to create โhealingโ art spaceAfter losing her mother to COVID-19, a Detroit woman decided to honor her motherโs life by creating a community art space for women in their childhood home.
19 states sue Biden administration over COVID vaccine ruleNineteen states are now suing to block President Joe Biden's COVID-19 vaccine mandate for federal contractors.
Get Caught Up: Closer look at current labor shortage, what can be doneWith so many businesses struggling amid the worker shortage, many are asking when -- and if -- this crisis will ever end.
Labor shortage: Why itโs happening and what can be doneWith so many businesses struggling amid the worker shortage, many are asking when -- and if -- this crisis will ever end.
Survey results: Most people celebrating Halloween this year, going trick-or-treatingThe pandemic seems never ending, but one thingโs for certain: Nothingโs stopping Halloween this year.
Michigan sees rising COVID infections as cases drop nationwideMuch of the United States is seeing a promising decline in COVID-19 cases, but Michigan is not one of them.
J&J seeks US clearance for COVID-19 vaccine booster dosesJohnson & Johnson has asked U.S. regulators to allow booster shots of its COVID-19 vaccine as the U.S. government moves toward shoring up protection in more vaccinated Americans.
Sunday Read: Where are all the at-home COVID tests?Americans are being encouraged to test for COVID-19 more often -- but how can they, when at-home test kits have all but vanished?
GM sales sharply decline in 3rd quarter due to part shortagesSales have dropped significantly for General Motors this quarter due to part shortages and โhistorically low inventoriesโ caused by issues related to the coronavirus pandemic.
Where are all the at-home COVID tests?Americans are being encouraged to test for COVID-19 more often -- but how can they, when at-home test kits have all but vanished?
Detroit Institute of Arts welcomes school field trips once againStudents and teachers can soon take a field trip to tour the exhibitions at the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) for the first time since the pandemic struck.
At NBA media days, COVID and vaccines remain dominant topicsThe pandemic and vaccination rates were the talk of the NBA on media day Monday.
One-on-one with Stacey Abrams: Former Georgia rep. talks policy, futureStacey Abrams has been busy increasing civic engagement and social justice and voting rights activism all across the United States.
Will you celebrate Halloween this year? What are your plans?We want to hear from you: Are you planning to celebrate Halloween this year? If youโre planning to go trick-or-treating, will you be taking COVID precautions?
Amid pandemic, more workers searching for more fulfilling careersStudies are now showing that many workers are no longer satisfied with just punching a clock and carrying out work that doesnโt feel fulfilling to them.
15-year-old graduates early from Madison Heights high school despite pandemic challengesAt just 15 years old, a Madison Heights teenager received her high school diploma on Monday.
Michigan one of multiple states that put on weight during COVID pandemicObesity rates in America are on the rise and the problem is spreading across the country -- including here in Michigan.
Donโt delay: Experts say to shop for hot holiday toys nowIt may only be September, but retail experts are saying that you should begin your holiday shopping right away.
Miss the Kerrytown Bookfest? Here are 4 ways to celebrate Ann Arborโs love of booksFrom a bookstore tour to virtual events, here are four ways bibliophiles can celebrate Ann Arbor's book-loving culture.
Tracking Michigan school districts, colleges requiring masks for 2021-2022 school yearWeโre tracking which Michigan school districts and colleges are requiring face masks to be worn during the upcoming school year amid the ongoing COVID pandemic.
Good news for graduates: Teachers in high demand amid pandemicOver the past year, the workforce has been devastated by a loss of many teachers who quit or retired amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Wayne County issues mask mandate for all schools this fallAll school districts in Wayne County will be required to enforce a mask mandate for the upcoming school year after health officials released new guidance.
Wayne County health officials expected to issue school COVID guidanceSchool districts in Wayne County are waiting Friday to receive COVID-19 related guidance from county officials, particularly in regards to a face mask policy.
Hartland school implements emergency mask mandate, 120+ students quarantined"We feel it necessary to take this precaution instead of shutting down the building," said superintendent Chuck Hughes.
Clintondale superintendentโs mask mandate reversed by school board vote"The Boardโs decision to recommend masks for our students and staff was based solely on the CDCโs return-to-school guidelines, which is not a health mandate."
Mask mandate issued for Hartland elementary school following positive COVID testsA Hartland elementary school has issued a mask mandate after several students have reportedly tested positive for COVID-19.
Ford delays office return for remote employees as pandemic persistsFord Motor Company is delaying its return-to-work plans for โnon-site dependent team membersโ until next year as COVID continues to spread across the globe.
Tips for boosting school performance amid learning gap challengesAs students begin heading back to school, many will be playing catch-up when it comes to learning critical skills like reading, writing an actually remembering what they learn.
Plymouth-Canton Community Schools requiring face masks indoorsFace masks will be required to be worn inside all Plymouth-Canton Community Schools district buildings until at least Oct. 31, 2021.
Allen Park Public Schools will require universal masking this fallAllen Parkโs public school district has adopted a universal masking policy for the upcoming school year amid the ongoing pandemic.
Dearborn Public Schools to continue requiring face masks indoorsFace masks will be required to be worn inside all Dearborn Public Schools buildings at least until Oct. 1, 2021.
Face masks required at Warren Consolidated Schools this fallAll students attending Warren Consolidated Schools (WCS) this fall will be required to wear face masks as COVID-19 continues to spread throughout Metro Detroit and Michigan.
Metro Detroiters gear up for Woodward Dream Cruiseโs return this weekendAfter a being cancelled last year amid the pandemic, the Woodward Dream Cruise returns this weekend in Metro Detroit.
Metro Detroit school districts debate potential mask mandates for 2021-22 school yearWeโre tracking which Michigan school districts and colleges are requiring face masks to be worn during the upcoming school year amid the ongoing COVID pandemic.
How to prepare pets for changing routines amid pandemicPets have gotten accustomed to their owners spending more time at home than ever before amid the pandemic, so what happens when that routine changes?
Michigan health officials provide COVID data updateMichigan health officials provided an update Wednesday morning on the status of COVID-19 in the state as the delta virus variant fuels increased infection and hospitalization rates.
Detroit officials announce plan to offer 3rd COVID vaccine dose to vulnerable residentsMayor Mike Duggan on Monday announced Detroitโs plan for administering a third COVID-19 vaccine dose to vulnerable populations as virus spread once again increases across the region.
Money Monday: Beware of advance child tax credit scamsWhenever the government starts giving out money, scammers start sniffing around.
Masks optional at Chippewa Valley Schools this fallStudents at Chippewa Valley Schools will not be required to wear face masks when heading back to the classroom this fall.
Colleges offer advice for those new, returning to campus amid pandemicAll across the country, college students are getting ready to head back to school in just a few weeks.
Money Monday: What to know about expanded child tax creditOver the past few weeks, the federal government has been depositing expanded child tax credit payments to families due to the pandemic.
Planning for retirement? Here are the biggest mistakes to avoidTodayโs financial uncertainty has more people taking retirement planning seriously, including a very young generation.
Money Monday: How to get taxes back on Michigan unemployment paymentsMichigan residents who paid taxes on unemployment benefits in 2020 must file an amended tax return with the state in order to get those taxes back.
Is the hot housing market cooling off?Homes continue to be listed and sold at break-neck speeds across the U.S., but the market is finally seeing a shift in demand.
Michigan nurses urge the hesitant to get vaccinated against COVID amid delta threatStalled COVID-19 vaccination rates are causing concern in Michigan and across the U.S., particularly as the more contagious delta variant spreads throughout the nation.
Justin Trudeau: Canada-US border could reopen to vaccinated Americans in AugustWhen the border closed because of the COVID pandemic, 85-year-old Al Oleski and his 81-year-old girlfriend Carol were forced to be separated.
Businesses rethinking recruiting amid hiring struggleAs states and workplaces all across the country reopen amid the pandemic, many employers are finding it difficult to fill open positions.
Ford Field to host fans at full capacity for 2021 Detroit Lions seasonThe Detroit Lions will host fans at full capacity at Ford Field for the 2021 season after being closed to fans in 2020.
How to find motivation, drive after the COVID pandemicThe coronavirus pandemic has had a dramatic impact on each of our lives, especially when it comes to our mental health.
Driven by delta variant, COVID-19 surges across AfricaDriven by the delta variant, a new wave of COVID-19 is sweeping across the African continent where new cases, hospital admissions, and deaths are increasing.
McLaren Macomb nurses approve strike over โpatient care issuesโNurses at the McLaren Macomb general hospital have voted in favor of a strike one month before their union contract expires, officials announced Tuesday.
How to address pandemic weight gain in kidsThe pandemic disrupted childrenโs lives in so many ways: from the loss of organized sports and gym class, to suddenly being home and having access to food all day.
Offices after COVID: Wider hallways, fewer desksMany companies are rethinking their office space in COVIDโs wake and making changes to help employees feel more comfortable about returning in person.
Puerto Rico to receive nearly $4B in US pandemic fundsU.S. Education Secretary Miguel Cardona says Puerto Rico will receive nearly $4 billion in federal education pandemic relief funds to help boost the U.S. territoryโs fight against COVID-19.
Get Caught Up: Some restrictions eased for Canadians, permanent residents crossing US borderCanada has eased some travel restrictions for fully vaccinated Canadian citizens and permanent residents crossing the U.S. border.
Events returning to TCF Center in DetroitThroughout the coronavirus pandemic, the TCF Center in Downtown Detroit has served as a focal point from being transformed into a field hospital to a vaccination site.
Survey: 94% of US nursing homes experiencing staff shortage amid pandemicA recent survey found that U.S. senior care facilities are facing or have recently faced staff shortages amid a tumultuous year.
Live stream: Gov. Whitmer holds news briefing as Michigan lifts COVID restrictionsMichigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer held a news conference Tuesday afternoon as the state lifts nearly all COVID-19 restrictions after more than 15 months.
How to help kids manage stress brought on by โreturn to normalโThe last 15 months amid the pandemic have been filled with constant change -- which can be hard on everyone, but itโs especially difficult for children.
How experts say pandemic has impacted mental healthThe coronavirus pandemic has had a dramatic impact on each of our lives, especially when it comes to our mental health.
American Airlines canceling hundreds of flights amid labor shortageAmerican Airlines is canceling hundreds of flights over the next few weeks due to labor shortages.