Governor asks for federal aid

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has formally requested a major disaster declaration to aid Northern Michigan's recovery from the severe ice storms. The request aims to secure federal aid for affected families, businesses, and communities. If approved by President Trump, the declaration would provide individual assistance for homeowners, renters, local governments, non-profit entities, and tribal agencies to cover response costs, debris removal, and infrastructure repairs. David Barr Michigan News Source.