Thursday, May 23 2013 7:38 PM EDT2013-05-23 23:38:56 GMT
Kwame Kilpatrick, now a convicted felon, officially fired his longtime attorney Jim Thomas on Thursday. It's a move that will delay the former mayor's sentencing.
Kwame Kilpatrick, now a convicted felon, officially fired his longtime attorney Jim Thomas on Thursday. It's a move that will delay the former mayor's sentencing.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 1:36 PM EDT2013-05-22 17:36:39 GMT
Innuendo, sexual advances and an overnight stay in Lansing -- a politician's former aide claims he had to endure a nightmare on the job. Now a sexual harassment lawsuit has been filed against Rep. Brian Banks.
Innuendo, sexual advances and an overnight stay in Lansing -- a politician's former aide claims he had to endure a nightmare on the job. Now a sexual harassment lawsuit has been filed against Rep. Brian Banks.
Monday, May 20 2013 8:28 PM EDT2013-05-21 00:28:46 GMT
As Bobby Ferguson faces a retrial on bid-rigging charges, he may have to represent himself. He refuses to fill out an application needed to determine if he qualifies for a court appointed lawyer.
As Bobby Ferguson faces a retrial on bid-rigging charges, he may have to represent himself. He refuses to fill out an application needed to determine if he qualifies for a court appointed lawyer.
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:15 AM EDT2013-05-16 04:15:25 GMT
State Representative Brian Banks has been in Lansing for less than five months, but some of his actions are already raising questions about his judgment.
State Representative Brian Banks has been in Lansing for less than five months, but some of his actions are already raising questions about his judgment.
Monday, April 29 2013 10:14 PM EDT2013-04-30 02:14:03 GMT
Ten air traffic controllers at City Airport are facing layoffs. Unless federal bureaucrats act fast, Detroit could soon be known as the home of the "elevator to nowhere."
Ten air traffic controllers at City Airport are facing layoffs, raising concerns about safety and government waste. Most folks have heard of the "bridge to nowhere." Now, unless federal bureaucrats act fast, Detroit could soon be known as the home of the "elevator to nowhere."
Wednesday, April 17 2013 8:10 PM EDT2013-04-18 00:10:55 GMT
Kwame Kilpatrick's conviction on public corruption charges seemed to grant the former mayor's wish that Detroit could move forward, but this drama will have a second act -- his sentencing.
Kwame Kilpatrick's conviction on public corruption charges seemed to grant the former mayor's wish that Detroit could move forward, but this drama will have a second act -- his sentencing.
Friday, March 22 2013 11:53 PM EDT2013-03-23 03:53:16 GMT
Bobby Ferguson wants to be free of federal prison pending his sentencing in the city hall corruption trial. Meanwhile, his attorney wishes to withdraw from another case.
Bobby Ferguson wants to be free of federal prison pending his sentencing in the city hall corruption trial. Meanwhile, his attorney wishes to withdraw from another case.
Friday, March 15 2013 8:02 PM EDT2013-03-16 00:02:44 GMT
Taxpayers this week got an unexpected dividend from the conviction of Bobby Ferguson on racketeering charges -- cash, property and equipment worth up to $1 million.
Taxpayers this week got an unexpected dividend from the conviction of Bobby Ferguson on racketeering charges -- cash, property and equipment worth up to $1 million.
Wednesday, March 27 2013 6:47 AM EDT2013-03-27 10:47:24 GMT
An attorney for Kwame Kilpatrick says his client has suffered a serious knee injury behind bars and is asking the court to release the former Detroit mayor prior to his formal sentencing in a public corruption trial.
An attorney for Kwame Kilpatrick says his client has suffered a serious knee injury behind bars and is asking the court to release the former Detroit mayor prior to his formal sentencing in a public corruption trial.
Monday, March 18 2013 10:06 PM EDT2013-03-19 02:06:20 GMT
He's only been in prison for a week, but already Kwame Kilpatrick wants to go home. An attorney has filed a motion asking that Kilpatrick get a break from prison before he is sentenced.
He's only been in prison for a week, but already Kwame Kilpatrick wants to go home. An attorney has filed a motion asking that Kilpatrick get a break from prison before he is sentenced.
Wednesday, March 13 2013 11:46 AM EDT2013-03-13 15:46:16 GMT
Bernard Kilpatrick was only convicted of filing a false tax return. Watch the undercover video in Taryn Asher's report and see if you think he is guilty of something more.
Bernard Kilpatrick was only convicted of filing a false tax return. Watch the undercover video in Taryn Asher's report and see if you think he is guilty of something more.
Tuesday, March 12 2013 6:41 PM EDT2013-03-12 22:41:08 GMT
Defense attorney John Shea said his client, Bernard Kilpatrick, was feeling "pretty lousy" for his son, former Detroit mayor Kwame Kilpatrick, who was convicted on Monday.
Defense attorney John Shea said his client, Bernard Kilpatrick, was feeling "pretty lousy" for his son, former Detroit mayor Kwame Kilpatrick, who was convicted on Monday.
Monday, March 11 2013 11:40 PM EDT2013-03-12 03:40:32 GMT
Huel Perkins and Charlie Langton are joined by M.L. Elrick, Sam Riddle and Steve Hood to discuss the verdict in the Kilpatrick corruption case, the fallout and what it means for the Detroit's future.
Huel Perkins and Charlie Langton are joined by M.L. Elrick, Sam Riddle and Steve Hood to discuss the verdict in the Kilpatrick corruption case, the fallout and what it means for the Detroit's future.
Monday, March 11 2013 10:06 PM EDT2013-03-12 02:06:23 GMT
The verdict in the Kilpatrick corruption case led to a bizarre situation at Wayne County Community College. Police investigated a bomb scare Monday evening.
The verdict in the Kilpatrick corruption case led to a bizarre situation at Wayne County Community College. Police investigated a bomb scare Monday evening.
Monday, March 11 2013 9:33 PM EDT2013-03-12 01:33:09 GMT
Metro Detroiters weighed in after guilty verdicts were handed down Monday in the Kilpatrick corruption trial. Some feel a sense of relief and closure, while others still support the former mayor.
Metro Detroiters weighed in after guilty verdicts were handed down Monday in the Kilpatrick corruption trial. Some feel a sense of relief and closure, while others still support the former mayor.
Monday, March 11 2013 8:29 PM EDT2013-03-12 00:29:30 GMT
U.S. Attorney Barbara McQuade and Detroit FBI Special Agent in Charge Robert Foley joined us live to talk about the Kilpatrick public corruption case after Monday's verdict.
U.S. Attorney Barbara McQuade and Detroit FBI Special Agent in Charge Robert Foley joined us live to talk about the Kilpatrick public corruption case after Monday's verdict.
Monday, March 11 2013 8:26 PM EDT2013-03-12 00:26:51 GMT
Fox 2's Charlie LeDuff caught up with Andy Arena following Monday's verdict in the Kilpatrick incorporated trial. The former head of the Detroit FBI called it a "victory for the City of Detroit."
Fox 2's Charlie LeDuff caught up with Andy Arena following Monday's verdict in the Kilpatrick incorporated trial. The former head of the Detroit FBI called it a "victory for the City of Detroit."
Monday, March 11 2013 7:16 PM EDT2013-03-11 23:16:31 GMT
Fox 2's M.L. Elrick was in the courtroom when Kwame Kilpatrick heard the words guilty over and over again. He said the former mayor's "jaw dropped" as the verdict was read.
Fox 2's M.L. Elrick has covered the Kilpatrick incorporated trial from gavel to gavel and was in the courtroom when Kwame Kilpatrick heard the words guilty over and over again. He said the former mayor's "jaw dropped" as the verdict was read.
Monday, March 11 2013 7:10 PM EDT2013-03-11 23:10:36 GMT
The U.S. attorney is very satisfied with the verdict in the Kilpatrick corruption case. She had a lot to say about the ex-mayor using his power at city hall to turn a personal profit.
The U.S. attorney is very satisfied with the verdict in the Kilpatrick corruption case. She had a lot to say about the ex-mayor using his power at city hall to turn a personal profit.
Monday, March 11 2013 6:09 PM EDT2013-03-11 22:09:05 GMT
Monica Conyers, former City Council President Pro Tem and Trustee of the City's General Retirement System, pleaded guilty to a bribery conspiracy and was sentenced to 37 monthsRayford Jackson, former consultant
Monica Conyers, former City Council President Pro Tem and Trustee of the City's General Retirement System, pleaded guilty to a bribery conspiracy and was sentenced to 37 monthsRayford Jackson, former consultant
Monday, March 11 2013 5:18 PM EDT2013-03-11 21:18:56 GMT
Defense attorneys Jim Thomas and Mike Rataj appeared to be devastated when we spoke to them after the verdict was announced Monday in the Kilpatrick incorporated trial.
Defense attorneys Jim Thomas and Mike Rataj appeared to be devastated when we spoke to them after the verdict was announced Monday in the Kilpatrick incorporated trial.
Monday, March 11 2013 4:22 PM EDT2013-03-11 20:22:24 GMT
Kilpatrick wore a surprised, puzzled look at times as U.S. District Judge Nancy Edmunds read the jury's verdict: guilty of 24 charges, not guilty on three and no consensus on three more.
Kilpatrick wore a surprised, puzzled look at times as U.S. District Judge Nancy Edmunds read the jury's verdict: guilty of 24 charges, not guilty on three and no consensus on three more.
Monday, March 11 2013 12:50 PM EDT2013-03-11 16:50:53 GMT
Bobby Ferguson, a friend of former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick, has been convicted of a federal racketeering conspiracy charge, which carries a maximum punishment of 20 years behind bars.
Bobby Ferguson, a friend of former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick, has been convicted of a federal racketeering conspiracy charge, which carries a maximum punishment of 20 years behind bars.
Monday, March 11 2013 11:59 AM EDT2013-03-11 15:59:57 GMT
Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick didn't have much to say as he walked out of federal court Monday, just minutes after he was convicted of corruption charges.
Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick didn't have much to say as he walked out of federal court Monday, just minutes after he was convicted of corruption charges.
Monday, March 11 2013 10:25 AM EDT2013-03-11 14:25:47 GMT
A jury will decide the fate of Kwame Kilpatrick, Bernard Kilpatrick and Bobby Ferguson. Jurors' responses to questionnaires may provide insight on the decision.
A jury will decide the fate of Kwame Kilpatrick, Bernard Kilpatrick and Bobby Ferguson. Jurors' responses to questionnaires may provide insight on the decision.
Monday, March 4 2013 9:02 PM EST2013-03-05 02:02:58 GMT
With no verdict yet in the Kwame Kilpatrick corruption trial, we turned to a pair of veteran court watchers for their thoughts on the case and jury deliberations.
With no verdict yet in the Kwame Kilpatrick corruption trial, we turned to a pair of veteran court watchers for their thoughts on the case and jury deliberations.
Sunday, February 24 2013 10:23 AM EST2013-02-24 15:23:40 GMT
For the past three days we have been looking for a sign giving us a clue what the jury is thinking. So far, all we have learned is they wanted to know more about an amendment to Tony Soave's sewer lining contract.
For the past three days we have been looking for a sign giving us a clue what the jury is thinking. So far, all we have learned is they wanted to know more about an amendment to Tony Soave's sewer lining contract.
Friday, February 15 2013 8:07 PM EST2013-02-16 01:07:27 GMT
The corruption case against Kwame Kilpatrick, his father, Bernard, and his friend, Bobby Ferguson, is now in the hands of a jury. The prosecution wrapped up closing arguments on Friday.
The corruption case against Kwame Kilpatrick, his father, Bernard, and his friend, Bobby Ferguson, is now in the hands of a jury. The prosecution wrapped up closing arguments on Friday.
Friday, February 15 2013 8:04 PM EST2013-02-16 01:04:47 GMT
Attorney Mike Rataj didn't like it when I asked whether race played a role in the prosecution of Kwame Kilpatrick, his father and his best friend. A day later, he was more introspective.
Attorney Mike Rataj didn't like it when I asked whether race played a role in the prosecution of Kwame Kilpatrick, his father and his best friend. A day later, he was more introspective.
Friday, February 15 2013 9:59 AM EST2013-02-15 14:59:25 GMT
Fox 2's M.L. Elrick asks defense attorney Mike Rataj if he thought the "government was racist." Rataj never answered the question but he did shove Elrick outside the courthouse.
Fox 2's M.L. Elrick asks defense attorney Mike Rataj if he thought the "government was racist." Rataj never answered the question but he did shove Elrick outside the courthouse.
Tuesday, February 12 2013 5:45 PM EST2013-02-12 22:45:19 GMT
Kwame Kilpatrick's family has been conspicuous by their absence in federal court, but that all changed on Tuesday as the former mayor's attorney delivered his closing argument.
Kwame Kilpatrick's family has been conspicuous by their absence in federal court, but that all changed on Tuesday as the former mayor's attorney delivered his closing argument.
Friday, February 8 2013 9:38 PM EST2013-02-09 02:38:49 GMT
How much prison time could Kilpatrick and company face? It depends on what, if any charges, the jury finds Kwame, Bernard or Bobby guilty of, and all three face different charges.
How much prison time could Kilpatrick and company face? It depends on what, if any charges, the jury finds Kwame, Bernard or Bobby guilty of, and all three face different charges.
Tuesday, February 5 2013 10:16 AM EST2013-02-05 15:16:58 GMT
Federal Judge Nancy Edmunds sent jurors home Tuesday after no defense witnesses were available because of illness and other conflicts. She expects closing arguments on Monday.
Federal Judge Nancy Edmunds sent jurors home Tuesday after no defense witnesses were available because of illness and other conflicts. She expects Wednesday to be the last day of testimony with closing arguments on Monday.
Monday, February 4 2013 8:50 PM EST2013-02-05 01:50:41 GMT
Why her? Sharon McPhail once called Kwame Kilpatrick a thug and accused him of trying to electrocute her. She even ran against him for mayor, before he gave her a top job in his administration.
Why her? Sharon McPhail once called Kwame Kilpatrick a thug and accused him of trying to electrocute her. She even ran against him for mayor, before he gave her a top job in his administration.
Friday, February 1 2013 8:34 PM EST2013-02-02 01:34:17 GMT
Kizzi Montgomery worked for Kwame Kilpatrick in the mayor's office. She testified that staffers ponied up for hizzoner twice a year. She even said there was an informal scale for how much mayoral staffers should give.
Kizzi Montgomery worked for Kwame Kilpatrick in the mayor's office. She testified that staffers ponied up for hizzoner twice a year. She even said there was an informal scale for how much mayoral staffers should give.
Friday, February 1 2013 6:09 AM EST2013-02-01 11:09:52 GMT
You may remember Kwame Kilpatrick getting money from a Chicago preacher, not reporting it, then going back to jail. What you haven't seen are the former mayor's emails to his parole officer.
You may remember Kwame Kilpatrick getting money from a Chicago preacher, not reporting it, then going back to jail. What you haven't seen are the former mayor's emails to his parole officer. Those emails show that Kilpatrick desperately wanted to avoid a trip back behind bars.
Thursday, January 31 2013 7:33 PM EST2013-02-01 00:33:56 GMT
For their second witness, the defense in the Kilpatrick corruption trial called an accountant, but by the time he was done testifying, you would've thought he was working for the prosecution.
For their second witness, the defense in the Kilpatrick corruption trial called an accountant, but by the time he was done testifying, you would've thought he was working for the prosecution.
Thursday, January 31 2013 8:46 AM EST2013-01-31 13:46:54 GMT
The Kilpatrick Inc. Public Corruption trial started on a balmy day in September. Since then, we've seen 62 days of testimony. Read through a full recap here.
The Kilpatrick Inc. Public Corruption trial started on a balmy day in September. Since then, we've seen 62 days of testimony. Read through a full recap here.
Tuesday, January 29 2013 6:50 PM EST2013-01-29 23:50:46 GMT
The prosecution is about to wrap its case in the Kwame Kilpatrick corruption trial, but Tuesday it was a text message bombing run as prosecutors dropped one after another so fast we could hardly keep up.
The prosecution is about to wrap its case in the Kwame Kilpatrick corruption trial, but Tuesday it was a text message bombing run as prosecutors dropped one after another so fast we could hardly keep up.
Monday, January 28 2013 7:05 AM EST2013-01-28 12:05:19 GMT
Kwame Kilpatrick's trip to pick up $2,000 at a Macomb County Walmart has landed the former mayor back in prison for the weekend, Fox 2's M.L. Elrick reports.
Kwame Kilpatrick's trip to pick up $2,000 at a Macomb County Walmart has landed the former mayor back in prison for the weekend, Fox 2's M.L. Elrick reports.
Wednesday, January 23 2013 6:14 PM EST2013-01-23 23:14:16 GMT
Prosecutor Mark Chutkow quizzed accountant Gregory Terrell on Wednesday about a small, but potentially damaging tax deduction Kwame Kilpatrick claimed.
Prosecutor Mark Chutkow quizzed accountant Gregory Terrell on Wednesday about a small, but potentially damaging tax deduction Kwame Kilpatrick claimed.
Tuesday, January 22 2013 7:39 PM EST2013-01-23 00:39:29 GMT
In the year 2000, the non-profit Kilpatrick Civic Fund paid $2,000 to help the future mayor lease a Deville. Prosecutors say the payment was an improper use of the fund.
In the year 2000, the non-profit Kilpatrick Civic Fund paid $2,000 to help the future mayor lease a Deville. Prosecutors say the payment was an improper use of the fund.
Friday, January 18 2013 11:44 PM EST2013-01-19 04:44:11 GMT
One day after James Rosendall took the stand and testified for the government that Bernard Kilpatrick didn't do any work for the money he was paid on the billion dollar sludge hauling deal, he acknowledged
One day after James Rosendall took the stand and testified for the government that Bernard Kilpatrick didn't do any work for the money he was paid on the billion dollar sludge hauling deal, he acknowledged
Friday, January 18 2013 6:28 AM EST2013-01-18 11:28:09 GMT
The normally genial Bernard Kilpatrick turned more than a little grumpy after listening to the government's star witness in the billion dollar Synagro sludge hauling scandal gave what he swore was the straight poop.
The normally genial Bernard Kilpatrick turned more than a little grumpy after listening to the government's star witness in the billion dollar Synagro sludge hauling scandal gave what he swore was the straight poop.
Wednesday, January 16 2013 9:15 PM EST2013-01-17 02:15:39 GMT
Day 54 of the Kilpatrick corruption trial and a mystery has been solved
Day 54 of the Kilpatrick corruption trial and a mystery has been solved. Yesterday's testimony ended with a cliffhanger. A key piece of evidence brought in by the defense. But would the prosecution be allowed to challenge it -- as a fake? The judge's response to that question is yes.
Tuesday, January 15 2013 7:56 PM EST2013-01-16 00:56:22 GMT
Defense attorneys for Bobby Ferguson took on federal agents Tuesday. Meanwhile, Day 53 of the Kilpatrick Incorporated public corruption trial ended in a cliffhanger.
Defense attorneys for Bobby Ferguson took on federal agents Tuesday. Meanwhile, Day 53 of the Kilpatrick Incorporated public corruption trial ended in a cliffhanger.
Monday, January 14 2013 8:14 PM EST2013-01-15 01:14:31 GMT
Those of us expecting Derrick Miller to be carved up like Thanksgiving dinner went home hungry. As for Miller, his attorney said he's just glad to finally be going home.
Those of us expecting Derrick Miller to be carved up like Thanksgiving dinner went home hungry. As for Miller, his attorney said he's just glad to finally be going home.
Friday, January 11 2013 8:37 PM EST2013-01-12 01:37:42 GMT
Kilpatrick attorney Jim Thomas hammered Derrick Miller for saying he went to Asian Village to get a bribe, then invited the mayor there and gave him the bribe in the bathroom.
Kilpatrick attorney Jim Thomas hammered Derrick Miller for saying he went to Asian Village to get a bribe, then invited the mayor there and gave him the bribe in the bathroom.
Friday, January 4 2013 8:35 PM EST2013-01-05 01:35:20 GMT
Kwame Kilpatrick and company were back in federal court for Day 47 of their corruption trial. Friday's big debate was weather $90,000 in hidden cash would set off the scanners at the airport.
Kwame Kilpatrick and company were back in federal court for Day 47 of their corruption trial. Friday's big debate was weather $90,000 in hidden cash would set off the scanners at the airport.
Thursday, January 3 2013 8:40 PM EST2013-01-04 01:40:16 GMT
It was back to work for all sides in the corruption trial of Kwame Kilpatrick as testimony focused on the former mayor's father and allegations of tax evasion.
Bernard Kilpatrick's finances may have left some jurors scratching their heads Thursday. Stories of big bucks swirled around the courthouse, stories that prosecutors say show that Kilpatrick cheated the government out of nearly $185,000 in taxes.
Friday, December 21 2012 6:48 PM EST2012-12-21 23:48:34 GMT
Another day, another frat brother turned rat brother. However, this former college buddy testified he didn't give money to the ex-mayor. The dough he paid went to Kwame Kilpatrick's father, Bernard.
In the Kilpatrick corruption trial, another day, another frat brother turned rat brother. However, this former college buddy testified he didn't give money to the mayor. The dough he paid went to Kwame Kilpatrick's father, Bernard.
Wednesday, December 19 2012 7:49 PM EST2012-12-20 00:49:35 GMT
A ex-employee of Bobby Ferguson and other contractors testified that Ferguson often threw his weight around to intimidate partners, but there was at least one thing that Ferguson himself was afraid of.
A ex-employee of Bobby Ferguson and other contractors testified that Ferguson often threw his weight around to intimidate partners, but there was at least one thing that Ferguson himself was afraid of.
Tuesday, December 18 2012 9:11 PM EST2012-12-19 02:11:11 GMT
New texts in the Kilpatrick Incorporated trial indicate Bobby Ferguson got favors from friends in high places and raise troubling questions about whether recreation officials sold out taxpayers for a pair of pants.
New texts in the Kilpatrick Incorporated trial indicate Bobby Ferguson got favors from friends in high places and raise troubling questions about whether recreation officials sold out taxpayers for a pair of pants.
Monday, December 17 2012 8:57 PM EST2012-12-18 01:57:45 GMT
The Kilpatrick public corruption trial Monday was a little like buying a suit and getting two pairs of pants that didn't quite match.
The Kilpatrick public corruption trial Monday was a little like buying a suit and getting two pairs of pants that didn't quite match. In this case Kwame Kilpatrick was the suit while the pants were his tailor and a contractor, who told differing stories on the origin of a gratuity for the mayor.
Thursday, December 13 2012 7:30 PM EST2012-12-14 00:30:53 GMT
Defense attorneys grilled a prosecution witness again showing her documents trying to prove that the prosecution's case has some holes in it, but in the end it was the prosecution that finished with a flurry.
Defense attorneys grilled a prosecution witness again showing her documents trying to prove that the prosecution's case has some holes in it, but in the end it was the prosecution that finished with a flurry.
Wednesday, December 12 2012 8:26 PM EST2012-12-13 01:26:57 GMT
Wednesday was a busy day for Kwame Kilpatrick. He had to make appearances in two separate courtrooms. The former mayor was back in Wayne County Circuit Court after starting the day in federal court.
Wednesday was a busy day for Kwame Kilpatrick. He had to make appearances in two separate courtrooms. The former mayor was back in Wayne County Circuit Court after starting the day in federal court for his ongoing corruption trial.
Monday, December 10 2012 8:03 PM EST2012-12-11 01:03:05 GMT
The Kilpatrick federal corruption trial is delayed for at least a day after Bobby Ferguson attorney Susan Van Dusen fell during a recess and injured her nose.
The first hit to Bobby Ferguson's team came last month when Gerald Evelyn collapsed in court. His health scare delayed the trial for two weeks. Now, Susan Van Dusen's nose is out of joint -- figuratively and literally -- delaying the case for at least a day.
Monday, December 10 2012 10:22 AM EST2012-12-10 15:22:28 GMT
Contractor Kathleen McCann says she always believed the day would come when she would have to tell the story of her company's troubled relationship with Bobby Ferguson.Friday was that day, but first, jurors
Contractor Kathleen McCann says she always believed the day would come when she would have to tell the story of her company's troubled relationship with Bobby Ferguson.Friday was that day, but first, jurors
Thursday, December 6 2012 10:34 PM EST2012-12-07 03:34:37 GMT
If defense attorneys thought they were going to get another key government witness to back down from his testimony, all they proved was that they don't know Tony.
If defense attorneys thought they were going to get another key government witness to back down from his testimony, all they proved was that they don't know Tony.
Wednesday, December 5 2012 9:25 PM EST2012-12-06 02:25:03 GMT
Tony Soave testified Wednesday Kwame Kilpatrick told him which subcontractor to hire. It was another devastating day of testimony against the former mayor, but will it hold up?
Tony Soave testified Wednesday Kwame Kilpatrick told him which subcontractor to hire. It was another devastating day of testimony against the former mayor, but will it hold up?
Tuesday, December 4 2012 8:16 PM EST2012-12-05 01:16:16 GMT
For years Bernard Kilpatrick was considered one of the most influential men in Detroit, but based on testimony in the Kilpatrick incorporated trial, he was not the most effective of lobbyist.
For years Bernard Kilpatrick was considered one of the most influential men in Detroit, but based on testimony in the Kilpatrick incorporated trial, he was not the most effective of lobbyist.
Monday, December 3 2012 7:11 PM EST2012-12-04 00:11:03 GMT
It's been three months since Kwame Kilpatrick's lawyer told jurors they would hear from a witness suffering from dementia, but when Karl Kado took the stand Monday, there was nothing foggy about his memory.
It's been three months since Kwame Kilpatrick's lawyer told jurors they would hear from a witness suffering from dementia, but when Karl Kado took the stand Monday, there was nothing foggy about his memory.
Friday, November 30 2012 9:14 PM EST2012-12-01 02:14:55 GMT
Prosecutors laid out a chronology of corruption today as they continued to meticulously build their case against former mayor Kwame Kilpatrick and his cohorts.
Prosecutors laid out a chronology of corruption today as they continued to meticulously build their case against former mayor Kwame Kilpatrick and his cohorts.
Thursday, November 29 2012 9:17 PM EST2012-11-30 02:17:12 GMT
Former Detroit official Kim Harris testified Thursday that her boss, Gerald Grant Phillips, ordered her to revoke contractor DLZ's Detroit headquartered certification and that it felt like tampering.
Former Detroit official Kim Harris testified Thursday that her boss, Gerald Grant Phillips, ordered her to revoke contractor DLZ's Detroit headquartered certification and that it felt like tampering.
Wednesday, November 28 2012 9:12 PM EST2012-11-29 02:12:47 GMT
Prosecutors say Kwame Kilpatrick's pal, Bobby Ferguson, used his influence to cancel contracts awarded to other companies. Defense attorneys now believe they've blown that argument out of the water.
Prosecutors say Kwame Kilpatrick's pal, Bobby Ferguson, used his influence to cancel contracts awarded to other companies. Defense attorneys now believe they've blown that argument out of the water.
Tuesday, November 27 2012 10:00 PM EST2012-11-28 03:00:44 GMT
A key witness testified Tuesday that former Detroit mayor Kwame Kilpatrick intervened in water deals to get his pal a bigger cut of the action.
A key witness testified Tuesday that former Detroit mayor Kwame Kilpatrick intervened in water deals to get his pal a bigger cut of the action. That witness was the deputy director of the city's water and sewage department.
Friday, November 16 2012 7:16 PM EST2012-11-17 00:16:46 GMT
A Detroit contractor testified Friday that he was so afraid of angering Bobby Ferguson that he paid him hundreds of thousands of dollars for work he didn't do, even though that left little profit for him and his company.
A Detroit contractor testified Friday that he was so afraid of angering Bobby Ferguson that he paid him hundreds of thousands of dollars for work he didn't do, even though that left little profit for him and his company -- the guys who put the deal together in the first place.
Thursday, November 15 2012 7:33 PM EST2012-11-16 00:33:51 GMT
The singer changed, but the song remained the same in the Kilpatrick, Inc. corruption trial Thursday, and the melody goes something like this: Bobby Ferguson ripped me off.
The singer changed, but the song remained the same in the Kilpatrick, Inc. corruption trial Thursday, and the melody goes something like this: Bobby Ferguson ripped me off.
Wednesday, November 14 2012 8:00 PM EST2012-11-15 01:00:06 GMT
Contractor Thomas Hardiman has spent days on the stand discussing his history with Bobby Ferguson, but some days he remembers more than others, and that has Ferguson's attorneys mighty steamed.
Detroit contractor Thomas Hardiman has spent several days on the witness stand discussing his long and complicated history with Bobby Ferguson, but some days he remembers more about what happened than others, and that has Ferguson's attorneys mighty steamed.
Tuesday, November 13 2012 8:29 PM EST2012-11-14 01:29:39 GMT
Attorney Gerald Evelyn returned Tuesday, again raising questions about whether Bobby Ferguson extorted contractors or whether contractors used Ferguson to get water department deals.
Attorney Gerald Evelyn returned Tuesday, again raising questions about whether Bobby Ferguson extorted contractors or whether contractors used Ferguson to get water department deals.
Monday, November 5 2012 7:39 PM EST2012-11-06 00:39:11 GMT
The jurors will notice something missing when they return to court next week -- Victor Mercado. But just how will his absence affect their deliberations? Opinions are mixed.
The jurors will notice something missing when they return to court next week -- Victor Mercado. But just how will his absence affect their deliberations? Opinions are mixed.
Monday, October 29 2012 9:00 PM EDT2012-10-30 01:00:55 GMT
One of the defense lawyers in the Kwame Kilpatrick corruption trial left court in an ambulance. It cut short Monday's testimony, and Tuesday's is canceled, as well.
One of the defense lawyers in the Kwame Kilpatrick corruption trial left court in an ambulance. It cut short Monday's testimony, and Tuesday's is canceled, as well.
Friday, October 26 2012 9:21 PM EDT2012-10-27 01:21:08 GMT
Thomas Hardiman of Lakeshore Engineering
What a difference a day makes! On Thursday, Bobby Ferguson was a righteous man trying to help minority contractors get city business. On Friday, he was a shakedown artist taking business from minority contractors.
On Thursday, Bobby Ferguson was a righteous man trying to help minority contractors get city business. On Friday, he was a shakedown artist taking business from minority contractors.
Wednesday, October 24 2012 7:50 PM EDT2012-10-24 23:50:57 GMT
Judging by Bobby Ferguson's text messages, he was more than one of Kwame Kilpatrick's best friends. When it came to handing out contracts at the water department, he was the power behind the throne.
Judging by Bobby Ferguson's text messages, he was more than one of Kwame Kilpatrick's best friends. When it came to handing out contracts at the water department, he was the power behind the throne.
Monday, October 22 2012 6:54 PM EDT2012-10-22 22:54:45 GMT
Monday, prosecutors raised questions about how Bobby Ferguson got city deals and why, once he got them, their costs kept going higher.
Last week, Kwame Kilpatrick and his loot was in the government's crosshairs. Monday, prosecutors raised questions about how Bobby Ferguson got city deals and why, once he got them, their costs kept going higher.
Friday, October 19 2012 6:49 PM EDT2012-10-19 22:49:01 GMT
Kwame Kilpatrick has had his share of legal troubles over the years from felony charges to civil matters. While he is no fan of lawsuits, there are apparently some suits he just can't resist.
Kwame Kilpatrick has had his share of legal troubles over the years from felony charges to civil matters. While he is no fan of lawsuits, there are apparently some suits he just can't resist.
Tuesday, October 16 2012 7:28 PM EDT2012-10-16 23:28:43 GMT
They gave tens of thousands of dollars to the nonprofit Kilpatrick Civic Fund only to find out that the return on their investment was a trip to federal court.
They gave tens of thousands of dollars to the nonprofit Kilpatrick Civic Fund only to find out that the return on their investment was a trip to federal court.
Tuesday, October 16 2012 7:08 PM EDT2012-10-16 23:08:47 GMT
Kwame Kilpatrick's federal corruption trial has entered its fourth week. Tuesday, prosecutors played a wiretap that caught the former mayor's father asking for thousands of dollars.
Kwame Kilpatrick's federal corruption trial has entered its fourth week. Tuesday, prosecutors played a wiretap that caught the former mayor's father asking for thousands of dollars.
Friday, October 12 2012 7:57 PM EDT2012-10-12 23:57:55 GMT
There was no testimony Friday in the corruption trial of Kwame Kilpatrick, but it's been quite a week as prosecutors revealed a long list of people who were paid from the Kilpatrick Civic Fund.
There was no testimony Friday in the corruption trial of Kwame Kilpatrick, but it's been quite a week as prosecutors revealed a long list of people who were paid from the Kilpatrick Civic Fund.
Thursday, October 11 2012 9:49 PM EDT2012-10-12 01:49:54 GMT
A former spokesman for Kwame Kilpatrick testified Thursday that his efforts to rebuild the mayor's relationship with the media was sabotaged by one lie too many.
A former spokesman for Kwame Kilpatrick testified Thursday that his efforts to rebuild the mayor's relationship with the media was sabotaged by one lie too many.
Thursday, October 11 2012 6:43 PM EDT2012-10-11 22:43:45 GMT
The sister of Kwame Kilpatrick's former mistress took the stand in his corruption trial Thursday. She had plenty to say about how the former mayor used money from his civic fund.
The sister of Kwame Kilpatrick's former mistress took the stand in his corruption trial Thursday. She had plenty to say about how the former mayor used money from his civic fund.
Wednesday, October 10 2012 8:05 PM EDT2012-10-11 00:05:23 GMT
Yoga lessons, resort getaways and college tuition all paid for with funds given to a nonprofit fund. That was some of the evidence presented to jurors in the Kilpatrick corruption trial Wednesday.
Yoga lessons, resort getaways and college tuition all paid for with funds given to a nonprofit fund. That was some of the evidence presented to jurors in the Kilpatrick corruption trial Wednesday.
Tuesday, October 9 2012 7:09 PM EDT2012-10-09 23:09:47 GMT
Week three of testimony in Kwame Kilpatrick's federal corruption trial is underway. Tuesday, a consultant and longtime friend of the former mayor took the stand.
For years, Bob Berg was Kwame Kilpatrick's mouthpiece, the man who walked behind the man and whispered in his ear. Tuesday he was a witness for the prosecution, testifying that Kilpatrick used nonprofit money to pay him for political work.
Thursday, October 4 2012 7:16 PM EDT2012-10-04 23:16:33 GMT
A custom made barber chair was the centerpiece of a private office on the eleventh floor of Detroit city hall where prosecutors say Kwame Kilpatrick received kickbacks from his chief fundraiser, Emma Bell.
A custom made barber chair was the centerpiece of a private office on the eleventh floor of Detroit city hall where prosecutors say Kwame Kilpatrick received kickbacks from his chief fundraiser, Emma Bell.
Wednesday, October 3 2012 11:42 PM EDT2012-10-04 03:42:33 GMT
Kwame Kilpatrick's chief fundraiser is expected to testify Thursday that she gave kickbacks to the former mayor, but Emma Bell will also have to answer more than a few questions about her own conduct.
Kwame Kilpatrick's chief fundraiser is expected to testify Thursday that she gave kickbacks to the former mayor, but Emma Bell will also have to answer more than a few questions about her own conduct.
Tuesday, October 2 2012 7:35 PM EDT2012-10-02 23:35:36 GMT
The judge booted a juror Tuesday in the Kwame Kilpatrick corruption trial. Judge Nancy Edmunds replaced juror number four after determining "she had some issues being as attentive as she needed to be."
The judge booted a juror Tuesday in the Kwame Kilpatrick corruption trial. Meanwhile, prosecutors spent a fourth day hammering away at hundreds of thousands in state grant money that they say ended up in the pockets of Kilpatrick's friends and family.
Tuesday, September 25 2012 8:19 PM EDT2012-09-26 00:19:48 GMT
Kwame Kilpatrick has lots of friends, but Mahlon Clift may not be one of them after today. It was in a hotel that Clift said Bobby Ferguson gave him $90,000 and told him hold on to this for "Black".
Kwame Kilpatrick has lots of friends, but Mahlon Clift may not be one of them after today. It was in a hotel that Clift said Bobby Ferguson gave him $90,000 and told him hold on to this for "Black".
Monday, September 24 2012 4:17 PM EDT2012-09-24 20:17:51 GMT
Large amounts of cash that Kwame Kilpatrick deposited into bank accounts may have been gifts or money that he had saved for years and stored at home, the former Detroit mayor's lawyer suggested Monday.
Large amounts of cash that Kwame Kilpatrick deposited into bank accounts may have been gifts or money that he had saved for years and stored at home, the former Detroit mayor's lawyer suggested Monday.
Friday, September 21 2012 11:24 PM EDT2012-09-22 03:24:19 GMT
The defense attorneys in the Kilpatrick & Co. trial got up to speak on Friday. And since their mouths were open, that could mean only one thing: Another chance to blame the media for Hizzoner's predicament.
The defense attorneys in the Kilpatrick & Co. trial got up to speak on Friday. And since their mouths were open, that could mean only one thing: Another chance to blame the media for Hizzoner's predicament.
Friday, September 21 2012 6:56 PM EDT2012-09-21 22:56:28 GMT
After two years of waiting, the Kwame Kilpatrick public corruption trial finally got underway Friday with opening statements.
Undercover video, wiretaps, text message and a massive paper trail -- it's the evidence federal prosecutors will be presenting in the Kwame Kilpatrick public corruption trial. After two years of waiting, the trial finally got underway Friday with opening statements.
Thursday, September 20 2012 8:24 PM EDT2012-09-21 00:24:27 GMT
Known only as Dave, he nearly made it as a juror in the Kwame Kilpatrick public corruption trial only to get booted off in the next to last round. He contacted Fox 2 and spoke with Charlie Langton.
Known only as Dave, he nearly made it as a juror in the Kwame Kilpatrick public corruption trial only to get booted off in the next to last round. He contacted Fox 2 and spoke with Charlie Langton.
Thursday, September 20 2012 6:40 PM EDT2012-09-20 22:40:39 GMT
The Kwame Kilpatrick federal corruption trial is staying in Detroit. The judge ruled Thursday the defense can get a fair trial without a change of venue.
The Kwame Kilpatrick federal corruption trial is staying in Detroit. The judge ruled Thursday the defense can get a fair trial without a change of venue.
Tuesday, September 18 2012 8:01 PM EDT2012-09-19 00:01:41 GMT
There was a new push Tuesday by attorneys to move Kwame Kilpatrick's federal corruption case out of Detroit. The ex-mayor's lawyers argued the media has tainted any potential pool of jurors.
There was a new push Tuesday by attorneys to move Kwame Kilpatrick's federal corruption case out of Detroit. The ex-mayor's lawyers argued the media has tainted any potential pool of jurors.
Monday, September 17 2012 8:00 PM EDT2012-09-18 00:00:32 GMT
The issue of race has come full circle as jury selection continues in the Kwame Kilpatrick federal corruption trial. So far, 55 people have made it to the jury pool.
The issue of race has come full circle as jury selection continues in the Kwame Kilpatrick federal corruption trial. So far, 55 people have made it to the jury pool.
Friday, September 14 2012 5:14 PM EDT2012-09-14 21:14:58 GMT
Sometimes it seems like the attorneys, particularly the defense attorneys, would like a jury full of people who have no opinion or who have lived under a rock for the past decade.
Sometimes it seems like the attorneys, particularly the defense attorneys, would like a jury full of people who have no opinion or who have lived under a rock for the past decade.
Friday, September 14 2012 1:17 AM EDT2012-09-14 05:17:54 GMT
For the past few days, tensions ran high as attorneys worked to seat a jury in the Kwame Kilpatrick corruption trial, but Thursday the defense had no complaints. One reason is the racial makeup of the jury pool.
For the past few days, tensions ran high as attorneys worked to seat a jury in the Kwame Kilpatrick corruption trial, but Thursday the defense had no complaints. One reason is the racial makeup of the jury pool.
Wednesday, September 12 2012 8:05 PM EDT2012-09-13 00:05:49 GMT
Jurors who won't tell the truth are every lawyer's worst nightmare. Five days into jury selection and most jurors say they have no opinion of Kwame Kilpatrick. One defense attorney isn't buying it.
Jurors who won't tell the truth are every lawyer's worst nightmare. Five days into jury selection and most jurors say they have no opinion of Kwame Kilpatrick. One defense attorney isn't buying it.
Tuesday, September 11 2012 10:09 PM EDT2012-09-12 02:09:29 GMT
Eight more potential jurors were added to the pool on day four of jury selection in the Kwame Kilpatrick federal corruption trial. However, a final jury is still days away.
Eight more potential jurors were added to the pool on day four of jury selection in the Kwame Kilpatrick federal corruption trial. However, a final jury is still days away.
Monday, September 10 2012 8:59 PM EDT2012-09-11 00:59:18 GMT
The slow pace of jury selection in the Kwame Kilpatrick trial raises questions about whether there will be opening statements Friday. So far, there are 24 potential jurors in a somewhat diverse group.
The slow pace of jury selection in the Kwame Kilpatrick trial raises questions about whether there will be opening statements Friday as scheduled. So far, there are 24 potential jurors in a somewhat diverse group.
Friday, September 7 2012 10:08 PM EDT2012-09-08 02:08:16 GMT
Federal prosecutors have brought in jury consultant Richard Gabriel. A new line of defense questioning also has emerged, concerned over racial language.
Federal prosecutors have brought in jury consultant Richard Gabriel. A new line of defense questioning also has emerged, concerned over racial language.
Wednesday, September 5 2012 4:54 PM EDT2012-09-05 20:54:05 GMT
Ferguson met Kilpatrick while Kilpatrick was a state representative and the two became close friends after Ferguson helped a constituent who contacted Kilpatrick about a snowed-in driveway. Ferguson was
Ferguson met Kilpatrick while Kilpatrick was a state representative and the two became close friends after Ferguson helped a constituent who contacted Kilpatrick about a snowed-in driveway. Ferguson was
