| December 18, 2020 
 President-elect Joe Biden is expected to nominate former Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm for secretary of the U.S. Department of Energy, drawing on her experience with the auto industry and clean energy technology to advance the incoming administration’s climate goals. Granholm, 61, was a champion for diversifying Michigan’s economy with renewable energy technology, but managed the state during a period of severe budget cuts and job losses, leaving behind a complicated legacy after two terms as Michigan’s first woman governor. If confirmed, she is expected to play a key role in expanding the development of electric vehicles and 500,000 charging stations across the U.S., as promised by Biden. MORE ►Incoming Michigan congresswoman seeks investigation into 2020 presidential election  Toxicologists who specialize in the health effects of “forever chemicals” known as PFAS are warning that exposure to the toxic substances may increase the risk of severe COVID-19 symptoms and undermine the efficacy of vaccinations just starting to be given against the virus. One experts said people who’ve been exposed to high levels of PFAS may end up needing additional booster shots of the coronavirus vaccine and may deserve to be moved up the vaccination priority list due to their risk of developing severe COVID-19 symptoms. MORE ►Don't visit your grandparents quite yet, even if they get the vaccine  This weekend, as you are taking a break from wrapping presents (or unwinding post-Hanukkah), you might find yourself asking, "which restaurant should I call for a takeout order?" Instead of giving business to one of the national chains, how about keeping your dollars local? Here's a look at some of our favorite Michigan diners. They would be happy to have your support right now during this tough year for small businesses. And you definitely don't have to order from one of these. They are just a few suggestions, but Michigan has many, MANY great local eateries. MORE
 In 2016, David Werking moved back in with his parents while going through a divorce. After staying with them for a while, he moved to Indiana. But his pornography collection did not follow him across state lines. Werking's parents threw away what a judge called “a trove of pornography and an array of sex toys.” His father told David in an email, "I did you a big favor." But David disagrees, and now a Michigan judge has ruled that the parents have to pay up for trashing the 42-year-old's porn. MORE  Looking to check out an epic display of illuminated Christmas spirit? Well, if you are near Grand Rapids, we suggest a visit to Gary Kammer's lights display. It's incredibly impressive, and the task has also helped Kammer deal during a difficult year. Despite strokes and a seizure earlier this year that left Kammer with limited speech and movement, this Michigander did not want to disappoint those who have come to love his annual holiday display. So he got to work and overcame his challenges to wow the neighborhood, along with visitors from near and far. MORE Get your local news 24/7 Connect with MLive
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