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Gov. Gretchen Whitmer appeared on CNN's "State of the Union" Sunday morning to discuss multiple topics, including last week's protest at the Michigan Capitol. During the appearance, Whitmer heightened her criticism of the protest, which was organized to show opposition to Whitmer's stay-at-home executive order. While she had previously called some aspects of the rally "disturbing," she went a step further on CNN, calling Confederate flags, nooses and Nazi imagery spotted at the protest "outrageous" and racist. She told host Jake Tapper images circulated of the rally are "not representative of who we are in Michigan." MORE
►Whitmer supports Joe Biden despite sexual-assault claim by ex-aide
►SNL star blown away by Michigan care package from Whitmer

Order requiring face masks in public extended until May 30

Anyone heading into a grocery store or pharmacy in Michigan is required to wear a mask or face covering, unless there is a medical reason that prevents it. That requirement is now in place until May 30, after Gov. Gretchen Whitmer extended an executive order on face coverings. The order also requires stores to continue allocating special shopping times for vulnerable shoppers. MORE
►Michigan's closure of bars, gyms, casinos extended to May 28
►Michigan reports 29 new coronavirus deaths, 547 new cases

Missing Tulip Time? Check out 50 photos from years past

The beginning of May typically marks a time for tulips in Holland. The beloved Tulip Time Festival would have been taking place now, but the event was canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic. If you are missing those lovely flowers and the entertaining parades, perhaps these photos will help. We dug through our archives to find 50 photogenic scenes from the festival's long history. MORE
►As tulips bloom, Holland asks visitors to stay away after coronavirus cancels Tulip Time
►Grand Haven asks public to 'stay away' from beach after crowds ignore social distancing

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NCAA lays out plan for the return of college sports

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The sports world has pretty much shut down in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. The big question is when sporting events will resume. Could precautions impact the football season this fall? The return of college sports has been the topic of focus for the NCAA, which recently released a three-phase plan to potentially get athletes back in the game. But when will the first phase begin? MORE
►Michigan QB Shea Patterson signs with NFL's Kansas City Chiefs

Come Together: A live event to support the state's tourism industry

MLive is teaming up with some great folks for a 5-night event aimed at raising money to support hospitality industry workers struggling during the pandemic. Starting tonight at 7 p.m., MLive's John Gonzalez will co-host five hour-long Facebook live events on the MLive Facebook page. The fun will include live performances by some of Michigan's favorite native musicians and a lot of support for the state's hospitality industry. MORE
►Check out the Come Together Facebook event page