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
DEARBORN, Mich. (WJBK) -
Michigan makes history becoming the 24th "right to work" state. But there's always two sides and those against this law are not giving up.
Tuesday in Lansing, 12,000 voices heard across the nation, but inside 58 voices, 58 votes supporting right to work sent demonstrators packing. But what happened in Lansing is not staying in Lansing.
UAW Local 600 President Bernie Ricke says, "I think it's a partisan attack on unions because we support the democratic party. It's as simple as that." It's the morning after and at UAW Local 600 in Dearborn it's time to march forward. Disappointment is only part of their message, they're angry and ready to take action. Ricke, said he believes it's a little early to talk about recall petitions for lawmakers who supported the new law but adds all options are on the table.
Ricke is meeting with lawyers to see what grounds a lawsuit stands on. He argues that excluding police and fire unions from the right to work law is wrong. Ricke asks why there was no public hearing on the bill. He's also questioning why it was rushed through so quickly.
"They've been dishonest, they've rammed this through in a lame-duck session. They attached an appropriations bill to try to make it referendum proof. So I guess they don't want the people of Michigan to have their voices heard."
The bill takes effect in April and the UAW's current deal with the automakers will not be affected, that is signed and secured until 2015. But the option to opt out of a union may happen sooner with other deals.
"We have a lot of parts suppliers, we have technical office professional units, so we negotiate probably 30 plus collective bargaining units here" Ricke said. On the other the governor argues this is good for Michigan because he says it'll attract more jobs and make the state a more attractive place to do business.
But union members say not so fast, they're just getting started.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:21 PM EDT2013-05-21 22:21:52 GMT
As people struggle to pick up the pieces in the areas of Oklahoma ravaged by tornadoes, we've learned some relief will be coming from right here in Michigan.
As people struggle to pick up the pieces in the areas of Oklahoma ravaged by tornadoes, we've learned some relief will be coming from right here in Michigan.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:44 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:44:19 GMT
Find out how you can help the victims of Monday's deadly tornado that ripped through the Oklahoma City suburbs, killing two dozen and flattening neighborhoods, schools and businesses.
Find out how you can help the victims of Monday's deadly tornado that ripped through the Oklahoma City suburbs, killing two dozen and flattening neighborhoods, schools and businesses.
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.
Thursday, May 23 2013 7:58 AM EDT2013-05-23 11:58:41 GMT
New U.S. Census Bureau estimates say Detroit's population remained just above 700,000 last year. The figures show Detroit lost residents between 2011 and 2012, but the decline was at a slower pace than in previous years.
New U.S. Census Bureau estimates say Detroit's population remained just above 700,000 last year. The figures show Detroit lost residents between 2011 and 2012, but the decline was at a slower pace than in previous years.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:44 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:44:19 GMT
Find out how you can help the victims of Monday's deadly tornado that ripped through the Oklahoma City suburbs, killing two dozen and flattening neighborhoods, schools and businesses.
Find out how you can help the victims of Monday's deadly tornado that ripped through the Oklahoma City suburbs, killing two dozen and flattening neighborhoods, schools and businesses.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:20 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:20:38 GMT
Neighbors said he threatened them with a shotgun, then opened fire wounding two people. Now one of the victims has said he's angry the man accused of pulling the trigger is already out of jail.
Neighbors said he threatened them with a shotgun, then opened fire wounding two people. Now one of the victims has said he's angry the man accused of pulling the trigger is already out of jail.
(Credit: WJBK|myFOXDetroit.com) Demonstrators protest in Lansing
