Thursday, March 28 2013 11:56 AM EDT2013-03-28 15:56:34 GMT
Michigan's tougher emergency manager law takes effect Thursday. However, its opponents are seeking to block it in federal court, saying the measure is unconstitutional.
Michigan's tougher emergency manager law takes effect Thursday. However, its opponents are seeking to block it in federal court, saying the measure is unconstitutional.
Tuesday, March 26 2013 11:22 PM EDT2013-03-27 03:22:01 GMT
On the day Kevyn Orr takes over the management of the city, Fox 2's Charlie LeDuff goes back 40 years for a unique look back at the time Detroit elected its first African-American mayor.
On the day Kevyn Orr takes over the management of the city, effectively removing Mayor Dave Bing and the Detroit City Council from power, Fox 2's Charlie LeDuff goes back 40 years for a unique look back at the time Detroit elected its first African-American mayor.
Monday, March 25 2013 11:14 PM EDT2013-03-26 03:14:42 GMT
As Detroit's new EFM takes the reigns, young adults with a vested interest in the city are concerned about the future. However, the governor wants them to know they can be part of the change and the solution.
As Detroit's new emergency financial manager takes the reigns, young adults with a vested interest in the city are concerned about the future. However, the governor wants them to know they can be part of the change and the solution.
Monday, March 25 2013 9:18 PM EDT2013-03-26 01:18:49 GMT
Kevyn Orr, Detroit's new financial emergency manager, met with several city leaders during his first day on the job, but not everyone is thrilled with his arrival.
Kevyn Orr, Detroit's new financial emergency manager, met with several city leaders during his first day on the job, but not everyone is thrilled with his arrival.
Monday, March 25 2013 7:23 PM EDT2013-03-25 23:23:58 GMT
Detroit's EMS and police departments are getting a much needed shot in the arm from the corporate world. There will be new ambulances in the next four to five months and 100 new patrol cars within 60 to 90 days.
Detroit's EMS and police departments are getting a much needed shot in the arm from the corporate world. There will be new ambulances in the next four to five months and 100 new patrol cars within 60 to 90 days.
Monday, March 25 2013 12:56 PM EDT2013-03-25 16:56:46 GMT
Fox 2's Maurielle Lue reports protestors are still gathering, waving flags and signs against Detroit's new E.F.M. (Emergency Financial Manager).
Fox 2's Maurielle Lue reports protestors are still gathering, waving flags and signs against Detroit's new E.F.M. (Emergency Financial Manager). Despite the snow and chilly temperatures, the protest was strong for more than half an hour.
Friday, March 22 2013 11:33 AM EDT2013-03-22 15:33:37 GMT
The Rev. Jesse Jackson Friday called for a mass, non-violent demonstration in Michigan to protest the appointment of an emergency manager over Detroit's finances.
The Rev. Jesse Jackson Friday called for a mass, non-violent demonstration in Michigan to protest the appointment of an emergency manager over Detroit's finances.
Tuesday, March 19 2013 10:19 AM EDT2013-03-19 14:19:36 GMT
Gov. Rick Snyder believes Detroit's incoming emergency financial manager is qualified to help turn the city around despite records showing he had tax liens.
Gov. Rick Snyder believes Detroit's incoming emergency financial manager is qualified to help turn the city around despite records showing he had tax liens.
Monday, March 18 2013 10:12 AM EDT2013-03-18 14:12:24 GMT
Many people are concerned about Belle Isle's future. The EFM is promising not to make any hasty decisions and to review the numbers first, but that could be a problem. There is no Belle Isle budget.
Now that Detroit has an emergency financial manager, a lot of people are concerned about the future of Belle Isle. Kevyn Orr is promising not to make any hasty decisions and to look over the numbers first, but that could be a problem. There is no Belle Isle budget.
Friday, March 15 2013 9:51 AM EDT2013-03-15 13:51:54 GMT
He's only been in this game for three years, but Gov. Richard Dale Snyder is embarking on the toughest assignment of his young political career by sending emergency manager Kevyn Orr into Detroit.
He's only been in this game for three years, but Gov. Richard Dale Snyder is embarking on the toughest assignment of his young political career by sending emergency manager Kevyn Orr into the city to financially save it from itself.
Friday, March 15 2013 12:02 AM EDT2013-03-15 04:02:15 GMT
Kevyn Orr is Detroit's new emergency financial manager. Joining us on "Let It Rip" to discuss and debate this historical appointment were Rev. Charles Williams II, Maxine Jones and Bertram Marks.
Kevyn Orr is Detroit's new emergency financial manager. Joining us on "Let It Rip" to discuss and debate this historical appointment were Rev. Charles Williams II, Maxine Jones and Bertram Marks.
Thursday, March 14 2013 7:36 PM EDT2013-03-14 23:36:47 GMT
Now that an emergency financial manager has been appointed for Detroit, what can be expected from Lansing? Top Republican leaders say not a blank check.
Now that an emergency financial manager has been appointed for Detroit, what can be expected from Lansing? Top Republican leaders say not a blank check.
Thursday, March 14 2013 6:17 PM EDT2013-03-14 22:17:08 GMT
Kevyn Orr has been named emergency financial manager for the City of Detroit. During a live interview on Fox 2 News, he said the city's current financial situation is "non-sustainable".
Kevyn Orr has been named emergency financial manager for the City of Detroit. During a live interview on Fox 2 News, he said the city's current financial situation is "non-sustainable".
Thursday, March 14 2013 5:15 PM EDT2013-03-14 21:15:26 GMT
About 300 people gathered outside Cadillac Place in Detroit on Thursday. The governor may have made his decision, but this group said the fight is far from over.
About 300 people gathered outside Cadillac Place in Detroit on Thursday. The governor may have made his decision, but this group said the fight is far from over.
Thursday, March 14 2013 4:19 PM EDT2013-03-14 20:19:18 GMT
The state of Michigan has published a web site to offer more information about Detroit's financial emergency, including a form to send feedback to Governor Snyder.
The state of Michigan has published a web site to offer more information about Detroit's financial emergency, including a form to send feedback to Governor Snyder.
Thursday, March 14 2013 12:09 PM EDT2013-03-14 16:09:26 GMT
Michigan has had an emergency financial manager law on the books since 1990. The original law, Public Act 101, was signed by Democrat governor James Blanchard.
Michigan has had an emergency financial manager law on the books since 1990. The original law, Public Act 101, was signed by Democrat governor James Blanchard.
Thursday, March 14 2013 10:38 AM EDT2013-03-14 14:38:13 GMT
After reviewing the evidence, Governor Snyder is expected to announce the next step in Detroit's future. However, we may already know that decision thanks to Fox 2's political correspondent Tim Skubick.
After reviewing the evidence, Governor Snyder is expected to announce the next step in Detroit's future. However, we may already know that decision thanks to Fox 2's political correspondent Tim Skubick.
Tuesday, March 12 2013 11:38 AM EDT2013-03-12 15:38:55 GMT
If an Emergency Financial Manager is appointed, we're told we can expect to see more protests such as the one that shut down parts of I-94 in the city of Detroit on Monday.
If an Emergency Financial Manager is appointed, we're told we can expect to see more protests such as the one that shut down parts of I-94 in the city of Detroit on Monday.
Monday, March 11 2013 8:25 AM EDT2013-03-11 12:25:49 GMT
SkyFOX video from around 8 a.m. showed drivers slowed on eastbound I-94 at West Grand Blvd. FOX 2's Roop Raj reports the traffic snarl was caused by drivers protesting an emergency manager in Detroit.
SkyFOX video from around 8 a.m. showed drivers slowed on eastbound I-94 at West Grand Blvd. FOX 2's Roop Raj reports the traffic snarl was caused by drivers protesting an emergency manager in Detroit.
Friday, March 8 2013 10:30 PM EST2013-03-09 03:30:09 GMT
State Treasurer Andy Dillon met privately with some 20 Detroit leaders on Friday to talk about the potential appointment of an emergency financial manager.
State Treasurer Andy Dillon met privately with some 20 Detroit leaders on Friday to talk about the potential appointment of an emergency financial manager.
Friday, March 8 2013 8:01 PM EST2013-03-09 01:01:06 GMT
Despite protests and a planned appeal by city council, the governor said he will act fast to take over the city's finances. Meantime, a lawsuit has been filed against the governor.
Detroit could soon have an emergency financial manager. Despite protests and a planned appeal by city council, the governor said he will act fast to take over the city's finances. Meantime, a lawsuit has been filed against the governor.
Friday, March 8 2013 11:45 AM EST2013-03-08 16:45:20 GMT
A group of people protesting an emergency manager in Detroit picketed outside the Detroit Athletic Club Friday, hours before Gov. Rick Snyder was expected to deliver a speech in the building.
A group of people protesting an emergency manager in Detroit picketed outside the Detroit Athletic Club Friday, hours before Gov. Rick Snyder was expected to deliver a speech in the building.
Thursday, March 7 2013 11:44 PM EST2013-03-08 04:44:51 GMT
Detroit Mayor Dave Bing said he would not fight an emergency financial manager for the city on Wednesday. However, some members of city council aren't ready to give up yet. Our "Let It Rip" panel discusses.
Detroit Mayor Dave Bing said he would not fight an emergency financial manager for the city on Wednesday. However, some members of city council aren't ready to give up yet. On our panel to discuss are Charles Pugh, Rep. Fred Durhal and Sheila Cockrel.
Thursday, March 7 2013 9:25 PM EST2013-03-08 02:25:52 GMT
"Where's his fire?" Detroit City Council President Charles Pugh remarked a day after Mayor Dave Bing said he would not join council's fight against emergency management.
"Where's his fire?" Detroit City Council President Charles Pugh remarked a day after Mayor Dave Bing said he would not join council's fight against emergency management.
Thursday, March 7 2013 11:41 AM EST2013-03-07 16:41:54 GMT
In a one-on-one interview with FOX 2's M.L. Elrick, Mayor Dave Bing said on Thursday he believes there is no doubt in his mind that an emergency manager is coming.
In a one-on-one interview with FOX 2's M.L. Elrick, Mayor Dave Bing said on Thursday he believes there is no doubt in his mind that an emergency manager is coming.
Wednesday, March 6 2013 10:23 PM EST2013-03-07 03:23:21 GMT
There was a surprise announcement from Mayor Bing on Wednesday. He is done fighting to keep an emergency financial manager out of Detroit. However, council is refusing to give up the challenge.
There was a surprise announcement from Mayor Dave Bing on Wednesday. He is done fighting to keep an emergency financial manager out of Detroit. However, council is refusing to give up the challenge to what they call a state takeover.
Tuesday, March 5 2013 8:17 PM EST2013-03-06 01:17:52 GMT
Detroit City Council members have a big decision to make. Many are saying let's fight against emergency management, but many are also asking is Mayor Dave Bing on board?
Detroit City Council members have a big decision to make. Many are saying let's fight against emergency management, but many are also asking is Mayor Dave Bing on board?
Tuesday, March 5 2013 7:37 PM EST2013-03-06 00:37:05 GMT
There is a glimmer of hope tonight that the Detroit City Council and Governor Snyder may be able to avoid an emergency manager for the city by hammering out a new consent agreement.
There is a glimmer of hope tonight that the Detroit City Council and Governor Snyder may be able to avoid an emergency manager for the city by hammering out a new consent agreement.
Tuesday, March 5 2013 1:10 PM EST2013-03-05 18:10:26 GMT
With an emergency manager looming in Detroit, members of Detroit City Council are asking Mayor Dave Bing to join them Wednesday to discuss an appeal to the state.
With an emergency manager looming in Detroit, members of Detroit City Council are asking Mayor Dave Bing to join them Wednesday to discuss an appeal to the state.
Monday, March 4 2013 6:00 PM EST2013-03-04 23:00:36 GMT
Detroit City Council President Charles Pugh said he met with Governor Rick Snyder to make the case for a modified consent agreement with strict state oversight instead of an emergency manager.
Detroit City Council President Charles Pugh said he met with Governor Rick Snyder to make the case for a modified consent agreement with strict state oversight instead of an emergency manager.
Sunday, March 3 2013 12:10 AM EST2013-03-03 05:10:49 GMT
After declaring a financial emergency, Governor Rick Snyder thinks an Emergency Manager is Detroit's best bet. We've heard what the politicians have to say. Now, we're giving you a voice.
After declaring a financial emergency, Governor Rick Snyder thinks an Emergency Manager is Detroit's best bet. We've heard what the politicians have to say. Now, we're giving you a voice.
Friday, March 1 2013 11:42 PM EST2013-03-02 04:42:50 GMT
Calling it a "sad day," Governor Rick Snyder declared Detroit to be "in financial emergency" Friday. He joined us for a special edition of "Let It Rip" to talk about his decision.
Calling it a "sad day," Governor Rick Snyder declared Detroit to be "in financial emergency" Friday. He joined Huel Perkins, Charlie LeDuff and Charlie Langton for a special edition of "Let It Rip" to talk about his decision.
Friday, March 1 2013 6:29 PM EST2013-03-01 23:29:26 GMT
BING: "The Governor has made his decision, and it was his decision alone to make. While I respect it, I have said all along that I do not favor an Emergency Manager for the City of Detroit."
BING: "The Governor has made his decision, and it was his decision alone to make. While I respect it, I have said all along that I do not favor an Emergency Manager for the City of Detroit."
Friday, March 1 2013 6:28 PM EST2013-03-01 23:28:22 GMT
Krystal Crittendon Releases Statement on Emergency Manager Announcement "As Detroiters hold vigil, waiting for Governor Snyder to announce his plans regarding the appointment of an Emergency Manager for
Krystal Crittendon Releases Statement on Emergency Manager Announcement "As Detroiters hold vigil, waiting for Governor Snyder to announce his plans regarding the appointment of an Emergency Manager for
Friday, March 1 2013 6:18 PM EST2013-03-01 23:18:04 GMT
No one was surprised by Governor Rick Snyder's declaration of a financial emergency in Detroit, but now some council members say they plan to fight it. They feel they can fix the city's financial problems on their own.
No one was surprised by Governor Rick Snyder's declaration of a financial emergency in Detroit, but now some council members say they plan to fight it. They feel they can fix the city's financial problems on their own.
Friday, March 1 2013 1:47 PM EST2013-03-01 18:47:29 GMT
Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder has declared a financial emergency in Detroit, paving the path for an emergency manager unless city officials can change his mind in the next 10 days.
Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder has declared a financial emergency in Detroit, paving the path for an emergency manager unless city officials can change his mind in the next 10 days.
Friday, March 1 2013 1:36 PM EST2013-03-01 18:36:17 GMT
Following his speech Friday, Gov. Rick Snyder fielded questions from his hand-picked audience inside Detroit Public TV's studio on the campus of Wayne St. University.
Following his speech Friday, Gov. Rick Snyder fielded questions from his hand-picked audience inside Detroit Public TV's studio on the campus of Wayne St. University.
Friday, March 1 2013 1:08 PM EST2013-03-01 18:08:25 GMT
Gov. Snyder is ready to unveil his next step for Detroit. What happens next, and can an emergency manager really fix the city's financial problems? Lisa Howze, Joe Harris and the Rev. David Alexander Bullock discuss.
Governor Rick Snyder is ready to unveil his next step for Detroit. What happens next, and can an emergency manager really fix the city's financial problems? Lisa Howze, Joe Harris and the Rev. David Alexander Bullock discuss.
Friday, March 1 2013 1:06 PM EST2013-03-01 18:06:41 GMT
Gov. Rick Snyder today announced his determination that the city of Detroit is in a financial emergency and that no satisfactory plan exists to resolve it.
Gov. Rick Snyder today announced his determination that the city of Detroit is in a financial emergency and that no satisfactory plan exists to resolve it.
Friday, March 1 2013 12:59 PM EST2013-03-01 17:59:05 GMT
Gov. Rick Snyder is expected to declare a financial emergency in Detroit and pave the way for potential action during a news conference Friday afternoon, FOX 2 political analyst Tim Skubick reports.
Gov. Rick Snyder is expected to declare a financial emergency in Detroit and pave the way for potential action during a news conference Friday afternoon, FOX 2 political analyst Tim Skubick reports.
WHBQ-TV | Fox 13 485 S. Highland St. Memphis, TN 38111
Main Station: (901) 320-1313 Newsroom: (901) 320-1340
