Thursday, March 28 2013 11:58 PM EDT2013-03-29 03:58:38 GMT
A tearful woman protested loud Thursday as Michigan's right-to-work law took effect Thursday."You can't just take stuff from people and expect people to roll over," she said. "Lansing comes in from outside
A tearful woman protested loud Thursday as Michigan's right-to-work law took effect Thursday."You can't just take stuff from people and expect people to roll over," she said.
Thursday, March 28 2013 11:53 PM EDT2013-03-29 03:53:14 GMT
Right-to-work has divided Michiganders more than any other issue in recent memory. It's either the best of times or the worst of times, depending on which side people fall.
Right-to-work has divided Michiganders more than any other issue in recent memory. It's either the best of times or the worst of times, depending on which side people fall.
Thursday, March 28 2013 10:47 PM EDT2013-03-29 02:47:00 GMT
It was a historic week for the City of Detroit and the State of Michigan. Two unprecedented laws took effect Thursday, and protestors were riled up and digging in, planning for a long fight.
It was a historic week for the City of Detroit and the State of Michigan. Two unprecedented laws took effect Thursday, and protestors were riled up and digging in, planning for a long fight.
Monday, December 17 2012 9:07 AM EST2012-12-17 14:07:05 GMT
You have to wonder sometimes if Gov. Rick Snyder ever wishes he was back grinding out computers at Gateway where 12,000 customers never showed up on the company lawn to complain about the product or where
You have to wonder sometimes if Gov. Rick Snyder ever wishes he was back grinding out computers at Gateway where 12,000 customers never showed up on the company lawn to complain about the product or where
Friday, December 14 2012 10:12 AM EST2012-12-14 15:12:59 GMT
In this business nobody ever pleases everyone. Just ask the Michigan State Police. It showed up in force to keep the peace as 12,000 demonstrators showed up to protest Right to Work legislation.
In this business nobody ever pleases everyone. Just ask the Michigan State Police. It showed up in force to keep the peace as 12,000 demonstrators showed up to protest Right to Work legislation. The
Thursday, December 13 2012 11:43 PM EST2012-12-14 04:43:54 GMT
It has been a busy week for the lame duck session of the state legislature. First right-to-work, then a host of other controversial bills, including a new emergency manager legislation. Our "Let It Rip" panel discusses.
It has been a busy week for the lame duck session of the state legislature. First right-to-work, then a host of other controversial bills, including restrictions on abortions, a push to allow guns in churches and schools and a new version of the old emergency manager law. Our "Let It Rip" panel discusses.
Thursday, December 13 2012 8:25 AM EST2012-12-13 13:25:27 GMT
The right-to-work legislative discussion is just about over, but the Democrats intend to keep this alive for the next two years with hopes of making Gov. Rick Snyder a one-term chief executive.
The right-to-work legislative discussion is just about over, but the Democrats intend to keep this alive for the next two years with hopes of making Gov. Rick Snyder a one-term chief executive.
Thursday, December 13 2012 7:30 AM EST2012-12-13 12:30:39 GMT
A man yelling expletives at reporter Steven Crowder in a viral video is speaking out to FOX 2. His name is Wheeler Marsee. He's a member of the United Steelworkers and City Council member in Melvindale.
A man yelling expletives at reporter Steven Crowder in a viral video is speaking out to FOX 2. His name is Wheeler Marsee. He's a member of the United Steelworkers and City Council member in Melvindale.
Wednesday, December 12 2012 4:52 PM EST2012-12-12 21:52:31 GMT
Workers from across the country ascended to Lansing, Michigan to protest Michigan's Right to Work bill. In the end, after all the chanting, sign holding, marching and singing two bills were passed in
Workers from across the country ascended to Lansing, Michigan to protest Michigan's Right to Work bill. In the end, after all the chanting, sign holding, marching and singing two bills were passed in
By Tim Skubick Fox 2 News
LANSING, Mich. (WJBK) -- The Republican majority in the state House approved legislation Tuesday that would make Michigan a right-to-work state.
"This is the nuclear option... and there will be blood," said Rep. Doug Geiss, a Democrat.
"Today is a game changer. Today is ground breaking. The future of Michigan has never been brighter," said House Speaker Jase Bolger.
The Michigan House was deeply divided on this issue that either turns the clock back or moves it forward. Democrats saw it this way.
"We're left with a divided state. We're left with people out there yelling, angry, filled with hatred, suspicion towards this body," said Rep. Jon Switalski, a Democrat.
"Every person in Michigan deserves a right to work at a job where there is no pressure to join a group or a cause unless they so choose it," said Rep. Greg MacMaster, a Republican.
Everything was orderly until the final vote was taken. Right-to-work was passed, but then Democrats tried for a re-do of the vote. The Republicans blocked it. Before it was over, the State Police entered the House floor in an unprecedented move. Their services were not needed, but it served to underscore the tension within the body.
Eventually the second right-to-work bill was also approved.
So now what? The governor is hoping this fight is over.
"Not anywhere close. The debate is just beginning on this matter, and the debate's going to ratchet up over the next two years," said Rep. Tim Greimel, a Democrat. "If the governor thinks that today's passage of this is going to end the debate on this, he is dead wrong."
"That is their choice. We're going to continue to focus on the workers of Michigan. We're going to continue to focus on new jobs and better careers. That's what today was about. That's what the future will be about," said Rep. Mike Shirkey, a Republican.
Monday, May 13 2013 7:13 AM EDT2013-05-13 11:13:17 GMT
The undone stuff Gov. Snyder and Lt. Gov. Calley are still struggling to adopt is piling up like the garbage in your neighbor's backyard and it's beginning to stink.
The undone stuff Gov. Snyder and Lt. Gov. Calley are still struggling to adopt is piling up like the garbage in your neighbor's backyard and it's beginning to stink.
Tuesday, May 7 2013 8:21 AM EDT2013-05-07 12:21:59 GMT
Lansing Mayor Virg Bernero has been the subject of this cross-examination for months as his Democratic Party continues its elongated and so far unsuccessful search for a candidate for governor.
Lansing Mayor Virg Bernero has been the subject of this cross-examination for months as his Democratic Party continues its elongated and so far unsuccessful search for a candidate for governor.
Tuesday, April 30 2013 10:02 PM EDT2013-05-01 02:02:40 GMT
The Snyder administration is concerned that Detroit Mayor Dave Bing's support for Emergency Manager Kevin Orr "may go south" as Bing gears up for a possible re-election campaign.
The Snyder administration is concerned that Detroit Mayor Dave Bing's support for Emergency Manager Kevin Orr "may go south" as Bing gears up for a possible re-election campaign.
Thursday, May 23 2013 1:30 PM EDT2013-05-23 17:30:30 GMT
The incident forcing the partial evacuation of Detroit Metropolitan Airport for hours one day last month was triggered by law enforcement officials' belief that they'd found an improvised explosive device in luggage.
The incident forcing the partial evacuation of Detroit Metropolitan Airport for hours one day last month was triggered by law enforcement officials' belief that they'd found an improvised explosive device in luggage.
Thursday, May 23 2013 12:28 PM EDT2013-05-23 16:28:22 GMT
One week after appearing via satellite on the American Idol season finale the Queen of Soul has rescheduled next month's planned performance at the DTE Energy Music Theatre.
One week after appearing via satellite on the American Idol season finale the Queen of Soul has rescheduled next month's planned performance at the DTE Energy Music Theatre.
Thursday, May 23 2013 11:48 AM EDT2013-05-23 15:48:50 GMT
Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick is dropping his longtime lawyer. Kilpatrick told a judge Thursday that his relationship with James Thomas deteriorated long before his conviction.
Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick is dropping his longtime lawyer. Kilpatrick told a judge Thursday that his relationship with James Thomas deteriorated long before his conviction two months ago on corruption charges.
Thursday, May 23 2013 10:59 AM EDT2013-05-23 14:59:53 GMT
Bugs are important to our environment and can even tell us about our water quality. That's why dozens on local students have been taking part in bug hunts.
Bugs are important to our environment and can even tell us about our water quality. That's why dozens on local students have been taking part in bug hunts.
Rep. Jon Switalski makes an impassioned speech against right-to-work legislation.
