Friday, February 15 2013 2:54 PM EST2013-02-15 19:54:34 GMT
Krystal Crittendon was Detroit's top attorney before being demoted by Mayor Dave Bing. She fought hard against the consent agreement between the city and the state. Now she's in the fight to become the next mayor.
Krystal Crittendon was Detroit's top attorney before being demoted by Mayor Dave Bing. She fought hard against the consent agreement between the city and the state. She lost the battle and her job, but now she's in the fight to become the next mayor.
Friday, February 15 2013 7:18 AM EST2013-02-15 12:18:31 GMT
Bobby Ferguson's attorney Mike Rataj shoved Fox 2's M.L. Elrick. What sparked it all? You'll hear from both sides as we take a closer look at the issue of race in the Kilpatrick corruption trial.
There was disorder outside the court Thursday when Bobby Ferguson's attorney Mike Rataj shoved Fox 2's M.L. Elrick. What sparked it all? You'll hear from both sides as we take a closer look at the issue of race in the Kilpatrick corruption trial.
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President Obama wants to raise the minimum wage to $9 an hour. Fox 2's Charlie Langton took "Let It Rip" on the road to see if people think that is a good idea.
Here is a sampling of the responses he got:
"With the economy you have to. You have no choice."
"By the time you pay your gas bill, your water bill and your other bills how much is left? Not much."
"Nine or ten bucks isn't going to do it, but it would help, and especially a family of two, if they're both working that's $20 an hour, then they might be able to do something."
"People are making more money, they'll be apt to spend more money."
So what would be a reasonable minimum wage?
"I think an average person to live decent this day and age is at least $14 or $15 an hour."
"About $12.50."
"Maybe like $12."
"$10 to $12."
"$8 to $8.50 is fine. $9 might be too much because there's probably people that make $9 now that would be upset."
"At least meet half way to the standard to where we can survive."
Monday, May 20 2013 9:54 PM EDT2013-05-21 01:54:16 GMT
Wayne County Circuit Judge Wade McCree is fighting to save his job and his career. Monday, the woman who was once his mistress testified about their numerous sexual encounters.
He once said there was no shame in his game, but now Wayne County Circuit Judge Wade McCree is fighting to save his job and his career. Monday, the woman who was once his mistress testified about their numerous sexual encounters.
Wednesday, April 10 2013 10:27 PM EDT2013-04-11 02:27:52 GMT
Proposed legislation in the state House aimed at leveling income inequality would require employers to explain why a person doing the same job is making more money.
Proposed legislation in the state House aimed at leveling income inequality would require employers to explain why a person doing the same job is making more money.
Thursday, April 4 2013 11:31 PM EDT2013-04-05 03:31:44 GMT
It could soon be the wave of the future in air travel. The cost of your ticket might be based on how much you weigh. Samoa Air is already doing it, but is it fair? Charlie Langton took "Let It Rip" on the road.
It could soon be the wave of the future in air travel. The cost of your ticket might be based on how much you weigh. Samoa Air is already doing it, but is it fair? Charlie Langton took "Let It Rip" on the road.
Thursday, March 28 2013 10:47 PM EDT2013-03-29 02:47:00 GMT
It was a historic week for the City of Detroit and the State of Michigan. Two unprecedented laws took effect Thursday, and protestors were riled up and digging in, planning for a long fight.
It was a historic week for the City of Detroit and the State of Michigan. Two unprecedented laws took effect Thursday, and protestors were riled up and digging in, planning for a long fight.
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.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:56 PM EDT2013-05-23 01:56:23 GMT
Children were literally screaming for peace. Elementary school students at Cesar Chavez Academy in southwest Detroit spoke out for themselves -- stop bullying and stop the violence.
Children were literally screaming for peace. Elementary school students at Cesar Chavez Academy in southwest Detroit spoke out for themselves -- stop bullying and stop the violence.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:46 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:46:26 GMT
Bugs are important to our environment and can even tell us about our water quality. That's why dozens on local students have been taking part in bug hunts.
Bugs are important to our environment and can even tell us about our water quality. That's why dozens on local students have been taking part in bug hunts.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:20 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:20:38 GMT
Neighbors said he threatened them with a shotgun, then opened fire wounding two people. Now one of the victims has said he's angry the man accused of pulling the trigger is already out of jail.
Neighbors said he threatened them with a shotgun, then opened fire wounding two people. Now one of the victims has said he's angry the man accused of pulling the trigger is already out of jail.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:39 PM EDT2013-05-23 02:39:42 GMT
The Republicans in Lansing are pushing a new bill that would base teacher salaries on student performance. But will merit pay really help kids get a better education? Some say the answer is no.
The Republicans in Lansing are pushing a new bill that would base teacher salaries on student performance. But will merit pay really help kids get a better education? Some say the answer is no.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:07 PM EDT2013-05-23 02:07:10 GMT
13 dogs were rescued from a house on Ewers in southwest Detroit. The three most emaciated dogs were taken to the VCA in St. Clair Shores. They are being held in isolation for at least a week.
13 dogs were rescued from a house on Ewers in southwest Detroit. The three most emaciated dogs were taken to the VCA in St. Clair Shores. They are being held in isolation for at least a week and being treated and screened for diseases.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:57 PM EDT2013-05-23 00:57:50 GMT
Prosecutors have now filed charges against Myron Williams, a next door neighbor to a woman found strangled in Grosse Pointe Park, but the counts do not include murder.
Prosecutors have now filed charges against Myron Williams, a next door neighbor to a woman found strangled in Grosse Pointe Park, but the counts do not include murder.
