19 Michigan businesses fined for serious coronavirus (COVID-19) workplace violations
DETROIT – Officials have fined 19 Michigan businesses for “serious violations” of coronavirus (COVID-19) safety protocols in the workplace.
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According to the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration, these businesses failed to uphold safety and health workplace guidelines, potentially putting workers in harm’s way.
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- President Donald Trump went after Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson on Twitter Thursday. It was sparked by an issue on absentee ballots that listed the wrong running mate. Click here to read more.
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