The Craig Fahle show on Deadline Detroit

Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, former Detroit News entertainment writer Jim Mcfarlin, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar; community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.They talk about: Israel and Iran intensify military strikes: Trump's wimpy ilitary Parade and Nationwide “No Kings” Parade; Detroit News and Free Press to end business ties at end of year;  Detroit mayoral candidates exchange vews and barbs in debate; Schmuck of the Week.

Hosts Adolph Mongo, Allan Lengel, and Jim Nardone talk about restaurants that are dirty or fail inspections — and whether that's a deal breaker when deciding whether to eat there. Is a dirty front window or filthy floors enough to turn you away?They also discuss Detroit mayoral candidate Saunteel Jenkins, who took shots at her competitors during the WDIV mayoral debate.

Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, former Fox 2 anchor Huel Perkins, attorneys Bill Seikaly, Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.They talk about: Trump orders the California National Guard dispatched and Marines on standby to quell Los Angeles ICE protests;  RFK Jr. dismisses entire Vaccine Committee, after testifying at nomination hearing that he wouldn't;  University of Michigan cuts ties with undercover security firms that spied on pro-Palestinian students;  ABC News suspends reporter after he posts criticism of Trump Advisor Stephen Miller; Federal judge ruling paves way for college athletes to be paid millions;  Remembering Sly Stone (1943-2025), Brian Wilson (1942 – 2025) and Frederick Forsyth (1938 – 2025);  Schmuck of the Week.

Hosts Adolph Mongo, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk with Tammy Daniels, CEO of the Detroit Land Bank, about the challenges she faces and the criticism of her agency by mayoral candidates.They also speak with JeDonna Matthews Dinges, who was the target of a racist incident in Grosse Pointe Park involving a neighbor and Taylor City Council candidate Martin Drouillard. Co-host Eric Brown also joins the show in the second half. 

Hosts Adolph Mongo, Allan Lengel, and Jim Nardone talk with attorney Todd Perkins about his bid to become Detroit's next mayor.Perkins spoke Saturday at Thomas Magee's bar in Eastern Market about a range of topics, including policing, crime, development, mental health issues, reparations, and the field of mayoral candidates—among them Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield, whom he has criticized for her comments regarding her role on the board of the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy.

Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, attorneys Mike Rataj and Joel Sklar, Free Press investigative columnist M.L. Elrick, public relations specialist Beverly Watts, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.They talk about: University of Florida Board of Governors rejects Santa Ono's bid for president; Honeymoon Over. Elon Musk blasts his good buddy President Trump; Ukraine drone strike destroys one-third of Russia's strategic bomber fleet; GOP State Rep introduces articles of impeachment against Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson; U-M Chinese scholar charged with smuggling biohazard through Metro Airport; New poll shows clear frontrunner in Detroit mayoral race; Tulsa announces reparations for 1921 Black Wall Street Race Massacre;  and Schmuck of the Week

Host Nancy Derringer talks with PR specialist and former Free Press reporter Darci McConnell; attorneys Joel Sklar, Steve Fishman, and Bill Seikaly; community and labor activist Barb Ingalls; and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.They discuss:Mackinac Conference 2025: Takeaways and trendsA Governor's poll showing a tie between Jocelyn Benson and John James, with Mike Duggan trailing bothPresident Trump's classless commencement speech at West PointTrump's pledge to review the Whitmer kidnapping plot convictions — despite previously assuring Governor Whitmer he wouldn'tThe Hamtramck City Council suspending the city managerSchmuck of the Week

Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Allan Lengel talk with Wayne County Sheriff Ray Washington about the latest with the department. His chief of staff Kevin Tolbert joins in the conversation.The panel also talks with Detroit City Council candidate Whitney Clarke and mayoral candidate John Barlow. They talk about campaign issues including housing and income and the safety of going to a Detroit gas station.  

Host Saeed Khan talks with pollster Ed Sarpolus, public relations specialist Beverly Watts, lawyers Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly, and Joel Sklar; community and labor activist Barb Ingalls; veteran journalist Nancy Derringer; and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.They discuss: Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and her comments about habeas corpus; why Joe Biden did not have a PSA test for his prostate; the cruelty of the proposed U.S. budget and its impact on the poor; and the many nominations for Schmuck of the Week. 

Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, and Eric Brown talk with mayoral candidate Saunteel Jenkins and city council candidate James Harris Jr.Jenkins discusses key issues and shares the story of her 14-year-old brother, who was murdered in Detroit in 1991.Editor's note: Due to Internet issues, portions of Jenkins' interview were distorted and difficult to hear. We apologize.

Rev. Solomon Kinloch Jr., who heads Triumph Church, appeared Friday night on the videocast Detroit in Black and White to discuss his bid for mayor of Detroit.He was asked whether, if elected, he would continue to run his megachurch full time."I will be a full-time mayor of the city of Detroit, undisputed," he told the show's co-hosts, Adolph Mongo and Allan Lengel. "I will be a mayor 2.0. We have people, as we do now, who handle the day-to-day operations of the church.""But on weekends, as my calendar permits, I will go to church, and if I'm there, I will preach."He also spoke about what motivated him to run for mayor and shared his plans to improve the city.

Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss and Jim Nardone talk with former Detroit Police Chief James Craig about why he wants to be mayor."Coming home to Detroit was a dream come true," he said of becoming chief in Detroit after working in other departments around the country. "But that dream needs to continue, and that's why I'm running for mayor. I'm passionate about public service and I'm excited about the future of this city."

Host Saeed Khan talks with attorneys Steve Fishman, Joel Sklar and Bill Seikaly, public relations specialist Beverly Watts, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.They talk about: U.S. and China agree to slash most tariffs… for Now;  Trump set to receive luxury Boeing 747 from Qatar as Air Force one replacement/gift;  Trump's Middle East visit; India and Pakistan agree to a ceasefire after dangerous military exchanges;  U-M regent ties to Blue Cross-Blue Shield raises concerns about potential conflict of interest;  Pete Rose and Shoeless Joe Jackson cleared to be considered for Major League Baseball Hall of Fame and Schmuck of the Week. 

Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about the pressing issues of the week.They also talk with:►Retired Detroit Police investigator Ira Todd and Highland Park Police investigator Everett Monroe II about police methods and their feelings about the hung jury in the trial of the Grand Rapids cop accused of murdering a motorist during a traffic stop.►Massage therapist Keisha Brooks, owner of The Peace and Harmony Center►Marc De'Andre of 7Mile Radio

Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, public relations specialist and former Detroit Free Press reporter Darci McConnell, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.They talk about: President Trump says he's unsure he needs to uphold the Constitution; Canadian prime minister stands up to Trump; Kwame Kilpatrick agreed to campaign for President Trump, hoping to get a pardon in exchange; Mayoral candidate Saunteel Jenkins employes former Kwame Kilpatrick chief of staff Christine Beatty, who hasn't paid any of her court penalty to the city of Detroit in 10 years;  Court of Appeals rejects Oxford High shooter's request for resentencing;  Santa Ono steps down from U-M. Will his replacement have the backbone to stand up to Trump? Schmuck of the Week.

Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about the pressing issues of the week including a report by WXYZ's Ross Jones about Children's Protective Services failure to protect Kassius Lofton of Flint, who was nearly three years old. He had Down Syndrome and was being physically abused at home. He died. The mother and the boyfriend are charged with murder.They also talk with Detroit City Council candidate Whitney Clarke. 

Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, former Fox 2 anchor Huel Perkins, attorneys Bill Seikaly, Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.They talk about: Donald Trump helps Canadian liberal prime minister win; Trump's first 100 Days, Oy!  Amazon posts tariff cost on items until White House objects; DOD Secretary ends Ivanka Trump's signature “Women, Peace, Security Program” for being too woke; Shri Thanedar to face primary opponent; Two Hamtramck City Councilmen living outside the city; Office vacancy rates in Detroit jump. Schmuck of the Week.

Host Saeed Khan talks with attorneys Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.They talk about: Pope Francis, a Pope for far more than just Catholics; Late night deportations;  Mike Duggan “welcomes” opposition's quest to dig up dirt;  Local doctor behind winning bid for RenCen Tower 600; and Schmuck of the Week.

Hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk with Chantel Watkins, a Detroit City Council candidate for District 5.

With the help of security cameras, license plate readers, and other technology, "it's almost impossible to commit a crime on the streets of Detroit and really get away with it," says new Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison."As far as being able to bring justice to crime victims, we're in a much better position to do it," Bettison says in an interview on Face to Face With Adolph Mongo, a special edition of the podcast Detroit in Black and White.Bettison said new technology has helped bring the homicide clearance rate to just short of 100 percent, and about 90 percent for non-fatal shootings.

Marc D'Andre, a citizen journalist and founder of 7Mile Radio, talks about his program and the stories he works on in the city and beyond with "Detroit in Black and White" hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Eric Brown.

Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, pollster Ed Sarpolus, public relations specialist  Beverly Watts, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.They talk about:  White House ignores Supreme Court Order to facilitate return of wrongly deported man;  U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens expected to jump into Senate race; Gov. Whitmer's White House visit -- duty or dupe? Pennsylvania Governor's mansion targeted by arsonist;  Harvard risks federal funding by defying administration demands; Adam Hollier and Mike Rogers throw hats into election races;  Schmuck of the Week.

Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, and Eric Brown talk with Detroit City Council candidate Whitney Clarke, who is running for the 5th District. Clarke addresses some pressing issues in the city.The panel also discusses politics in Michigan and D.C.

Host Saeed Khan talks with attorneys Jalal Abdallah,  Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar; public relations specialist Beverly Watts of BME Consulting, community and labor activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.They talk about: President Trump defense chief's war plans discussions on Signal app;  The removal of pro-Palestinian protesters;  Duggan delivers his last state of the city address as Detroit mayor; Major faw firms decline cases by Trump opponents as they capitulate to White House pressure; Anti-Defamation League urges Trump to retract ambassadorship nomination of Hamtramck mayor; Oscar Winning Palestinian director Assaulted by Israeli settlers, then arrested by Israeli Military; Schmuck of the Week.

Ex-Detroit Police Chief James Craig, who is running for mayor, hopes to capitalize on his years as police chief. He served as chief from 2013 to 2021."I established a strong reputation here as the Detroit police chief," Craig told Adolph Mongo in a special edition of Detroit in Black and White on Friday. "People know me. They understood and watched me lead for eight years."Craig said he also hopes voters don't put him "in a box" and only look at him as a Republican, though he's proud to be one.He realizes the last Republican mayor of Detroit was Louis C. Miriani, who was first elected in the 1950s.

Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield, who is running for mayor, talked on Saturday about her accomplishments on city council, her goals, her gripes about the city and her relationship with Mayor Mike Duggan on the podcast/videocast of "Detroit in Black and White." "I am most the qualified, the most caple, able and willing and ready, day one, to deliver (for) Detroit," she said.quoteThe co-hosts also talk with George Jackson, former CEO of the Detroit Economic Growth Corp., who thinks Mayor Mike Duggan took too much credit for developing the riverfront in the State of the City address. Co-hosts include Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown.

Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk with Tim Moore, CEO of Detroit's Urban Info Network, an Internet TV platform that specializes in Black-centric news.Viewers can see his content on Detroitiptiv.com.  Due to a technical difficulties, the second half of the show only included Allan Lengel and Eric Brown, who talked about literacy, education and the importance of that being part of this year's mayoral campaign 

Host Allan Lengel talks with former WXYZ investigative reporter Jim Kiertzner, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar and community and labor activist Barb Ingalls.They talk about: the Democratic Party's favorability drops to a record low in CNN poll and the need for a new Democratic leader; the Pentagon restores webpage of Jackie Robinson and Tuskegee Airman after backlash; the pushback against Elon Musk and the protests against him; John James running for governor, can he win? Schmuck of the Week.

Host Saeed Khan talks with entrepreneur Myles Wilson, attorneys Bill Seikaly, Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar;  labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.They talk about: President Trump cuts Department of Education;  Trump Cuts $400 million in funding to  Columbia University, claiming failure to combat Anti-Semitism; Trump selects Hamtramck mayor to be U.S. ambassador to Kuwait; Will Mayor Mike Duggan be the spoiler in the governor'sl race? and Schmuck of the Week.

Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about the rights of foreign students with visas, and particularly about Mahmoud Khalil, the Columbia University graduate student who was arrested and faces deportation for his role in pro-Palestinian protests on campus.They also talk about Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's presidential ambitions and whether her efforts to meet with President Donald Trump will pay off.

Former Detroit Police Chief James Craig on Wednesday announced he was running for mayor, and said "it's important any city in America have a direct link to the White House."Co-hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown discuss whether his GOP ties to President Donald Trump will help him in his bid for mayor.They also talk about Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II's run for governor and whether he has a legit chance of winning. 

Host Saeed Khan talks with regular guests, attorneys Bill Seikaly, Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar; labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.They talk about: Mr. Zelensky Comes to Washington;  President  Trump's address to Congress; Trump's executive order to eliminate Deptartment of Education; The ups and downs of implementing tariffs and the cost of living; Jennifer Crumbley's attorney goes after the Oakland County Prosecutor's Office;  and Schmuck of the Week.

Hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Jim Nardone talk about President Trump's on-and-off tariffs that are fueling resentment in Canada; the high cost of groceries and the costly dental bills that have forced some folks to go to other countries like Mexico and Turkey to get work done. 

Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk about education in Detroit, President Trump's speech and the Dems reaction and more. 

Host Saeed Khan chats with guests, former WDIV anchor Devin Scillian, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, public relations specialist Beverly Watts, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.They talk about: Trump fires chairman of joint chiefs; New FBI Director Kash Patel making his mark, and not necessarily in a good one;  Republicans reject President Trump's pick for chair of the Michigan GOP;  German far-right party comes in second in country's elections;  Ukraine president says he'll resign if nation gets NATO membership;  Schmuck of the Week

Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk with Detroit Councilman Fred Durhal III about why he thinks he should be the next mayor of Detroit.He talks about housing, crime and managing a big city.

Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk about voting rights, what the Dems and the Republicans need to do in Michigan to improve their parties; and why don't Detroit developments include a clause about improving schools.

Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, pr specialist and former Detroit Free Press reporter Darci McConnell, attorneys Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, Beverly Watts, president of BME consulting and former director of Wayne County Public Service Department, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.They talk about President Zelensky rejecting President Trump's proposal for half its mineral resources; Trump's tariffs. Trump's cuts of federal worker; the wimpy GOP fearful of standing up to Trump;  Trump posts that no laws are Broken if he's “saving” the country;   Louisiana Health Department to stop mass vaccination; Schmuck of the Week.

Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown discuss the children that were abandoned in the house in Pontiac and the two children who froze to death in a van in a Greektown casino garage. Did the media treat the two cases differently? Did the media display a bias against Detroit? 

Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk about the week's events.They also talk with special guest George Jackson, former President and CEO of the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation, about the best uses for the RenCen."In terms of functionality, it really missed the mark...this is a real opportunity here to correct the Renaissance center," Jackson said. "You've got to make it part of the city instead of a fortress."

Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk about the two children who froze to death Monday in a van on the 9th floor of the parking garage for the Hollywood Casino at Greektown in downtown Detroit.They also discuss whether the deaths have brought up issues that will be raised throughout the mayoral campaign this year.  

Host Saeed Khan talks with guests, Republican strategist Jason Roe, former Detroit Free Press reporter and pr specialist Darci McConnell, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly and Joel Sklar, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.They talk about: Trump calls for Gazans to be permanently displaced and for the U.S. to take over the territory;  Trump tries closing USAID;  Gilchrist for governor; El-Sayed for Senate?   Schmuck of the Week.

Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel and Eric Brown talk about the Detroit Public Schools and the need for the Detroit mayor to take over the schools.

Host Saeed Khan talks with former Fox 2 anchor Huel Perkins,  attorneys Bill Seikaly, Joel Sklar and Steve Fishman, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.They talk about: ABC's and Meta's huge lawsuit settlements amount to nothing more than bribes to President Trump; Gary Peters announces he won't run in 2026, leaving open the question: Who will run? RFK Jr.'s rough confirmation hearings, while cousin Caroline issues scathing statement about him;  Gubernatorial candidate Mike Duggan doubles down on calling migrants “illegal”;  Should Gov. Whitmer have endorsed Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II?  American Airlines jet and military helicopter collide over the Potomac;  American Coney Island owner throws shade at neighbor Lafayette Coney Island; Schmuck of the Week.

Hosts Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk with interim Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison and Trenton Police Chief Mike Hawkins about crime, recruiting officers and other issues. Bettison talks about cracking down on gas stations illegally selling tobacco products to minors. The hosts also talk with pollster Ed Sarpolus about the races for governor and mayor,  Marc D'Andre of 7Mileradio.com and attorney Maurice Morton, the uncle of missing Macomb County mother Ashley Elkins who police now allege was murdered by her ex-boyfriend.

Host Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown talk with George Jackson, the former President and CEO of the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation, about the RenCen; mayoral candidate Saunteel Jenkins tells why she thinks she should be Detroit's next mayor, and University of Michigan Law Professor Michelle Adams talks about her book on the history of  integrating Detroit schools.

Hosts Adolph Mongo, Allan Lengel, Jim Nardone and Eric Brown discuss Donald Trump's deportations, his ending security details on people like Dr. Fauci and the governor's and mayoral races and Lt. Garlin Gilcrhrist II.

Host Saeed Khan talks with public relations specialist and former Detroit Free Press reporter Darci McConnell, attorneys Bill Seikaly, Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar, labor and community activist Barb Ingalls, veteran journalist Nancy Derringer and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.They talk about: the Trump Inauguration and his executive orders; Joe Biden's last minute preemptive pardons; the Bishop who stood up to Trump;  the Gaza ceasefire, can it last? Jocelyn Benson announces bid for governor;  Lions' season ends;  Schmuck of the Week

Host Nancy Derringer talks with guests, former WXYZ investigative reporter Jim Kiertzner, attorneys Steve Fishman, Bill Seikaly, Joe Sklar and Todd Perkins; Beverly Watts, president of BME consulting and former director of Wayne County Public Service Department, and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.They talk about: Trump nominee confirmation hearings;  The Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal;  Attorney General Merrick Garland simply messed up by moving so slow. Crumbley attorney claims Oakland County Prosecutor paid PR firms to smear client in the media; and Schmuck of the Week.

Hosts Adolph Mongo and Allan Lengel talk to Richard Wershe Jr., aka, "White Boy Rick," about his cannabis distribution business, "The 8th by White Boy Rick," more than three years after he launched it. Wershe, 55, started the business after he was released from prison in July 2020.The hosts also talk with Brianna Simpson, who runs a Detroit nonprofit, The Mothercraft Institute, which trains 'doulas,"  birth professional who help families have safe, healthy and positive birth experiences. It also helps women with the birth process and care for their babies.

Hosts Adolph Mongo, Vanessa Moss, Allan Lengel, Marc D'Andre, a community reporter who operates “7 Mile Radio," and Detroit Ombudsman Bruce Simpson talk about Michigan politics, children going missing and more.