Order In The Court

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal analyst Khalif Rhodes discuss the lawsuit to stop the UFC fight at the White House. They also talk about the complications heading into the arson trial for the 2025 Palisades fire and the verdict of a South Carolina store owner shooting in 2023.

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal analyst Khalif Rhodes talk about Mallard Creeks track state championship disqualification over a hand gesture. They also discuss Alex Murdaugh's lawsuits and the verdict on the Elon Musk lawsuit against Sam Altman.

Host Brien Blakely, Chief Legal analyst Khalif Rhodes and Morgan Frances talk about the bombshell decision that overturned Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions. They dig into what led up to this decision, what's next and their analysis.

Queen City News anchor Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes take a closer look at the temporary restoration of access to mifepristone. They also discuss what legal actions customers can take against Spirit Airlines for their cancelled flights after Spirit Airlines shuts down. Their third topic involves two NASCAR teams, Joe Gibbs Racing suing Spire Motorsports over trade secrets.

Queen City News Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes and Chief Transportation Correspondent MayCay Beeler take a closer look at the wrongful lawsuits filed on behalf of the Dutton estate for the Biffle Crash. The Dutton family says that Greg Biffle was responsible for the maintenance of the plane and that the maintenance was inadequate before the crash. The lawsuits are seeking a combined $30 million in damages.

Queen City News anchor Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes take a closer look at the Elon Musk AI trial against Sam Altman. They also discuss reclassification of marijuana and the right to "assisted dying."

Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes and host Brien Blakely dig into the U.S. Supreme Court appearing ready to keep Lisa Cook after President Trump attempted to remove her from her Fed Board position. They also go in-depth on the new subpoenas for Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. Capping it off with the latest lawsuit against Duke's quarterback.

Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes and host Brien Blakely talk about the legality of the Border Patrol arrests in Charlotte. Plus, the Trump administrations linking Tylenol to autism opens up the possibility of previous court cases being revisited.

Queen City News anchor Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes take a closer look at the Trump tariff refund portal that just opened for businesses and whether you could get some of that refund. They also discuss the Supreme Court's recent decision to take up a case on whether private preschools can reject same-sex families if they receive state funding, and where 'Stand Your Ground' laws stand in North Carolina after a recent Statesville home invasion.

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes take a closer look at a lawsuit where a high school cheerleader died from drinking too many energy drinks. They also discuss President Trump's lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal and a New York mans legal fight to reclaim his alligator.

Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes looks at the disturbing videos showing a Sumter County, Florida school bus nearly hit by a train. The driver has been arrested and charged with 29 counts of child neglect, culpable negligence and reckless driving. Officials say onboard audio/video shows her allegedly saying "Not gonna stop for no train".

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes take a closer look at Tiger Woods' recent DUI arrest. They also take a closer look at civil lawsuits against Uber after riders reported they were sexually assaulted, and a case of mistaken identity via AI that landed a grandmother for five months.

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes discuss the big legal topics of the week. This week they talk about the supreme court hearings on mail-in ballots and a case about a "street preacher." They also discuss a private pool party shooting here in Charlotte.

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes discuss the big legal topics of the week. This episode, they focus on a threat from the FCC to pull broadcast licenses for "inaccurate" reports on Iran. Plus, lawyers for the Jan. 6th Pipe Bomb suspect says he should be included in the President's blanket pardon for those involved in January 6th. And finally, the University of South Carolina's challenge involving lifetime Gamecock Members buying into new luxury suites at its stadium.

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes discuss the Live Nation settlement with the DOJ and a UNC lawsuit involving a student who attended a "cop city" protest in Atlanta. They also talk about a widows lawsuit in Utah with "No Kings" protest organizers.

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes are back with a new episode of Order In The Court where they go deep into the legal analysis over Kansas' new Transgender ID law. Plus, the battle over the controversial I-77 expansion plans, and the father of Laken Riley files a wrongful death lawsuit against the University of Georgia. 

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes discuss the legal case involving the temporary protective status for Haitian immigrants. Tiawana Brown pleads guilty in federal court to her Covid-19 relief fraud scam case. Ghislaine Maxwell continues to plead the fifth during an in house deposition as Epstein files are released.

Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes talks about the circumstances surrounding acting ICE Chief Tod Lyons order to appear in Federal Court in Minnesota over why some people detained are being denied due process.

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes discuss the big legal issue this week involving the Federal Reserve Chair and the Department of Justice. Plus, the U.S. Supreme Court hears arguments that could reshape women's sports and transgender athletes. And finally, it's a free speech case dating back to right after the September 11th, 2001 terrorist attacks.

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes discuss the case involving the former co-owner of Sycamore Brewing and his $10 million bond. Why is it set high? And why the legal expert says "timing matters". Plus, a religious charter school case in Tennessee could make it's way to the Supreme Court and a ruling on the National Guard deployment that could impact things in other cities.

Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes and anchor Brien Blakely take on the Supreme Court’s potential expansion of presidential power to fire independent agency heads, the First Amendment lawsuit over Apple’s removal of the Ice Block app, and NASCAR’s landmark antitrust trial involving Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin’s 23XI Motorsports.

Host Brien Blakley and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes discuss the big legal topics this week including concerns of possible war crime violations over follow-up boat strikes against suspected narco boats. Plus, the President's decision to pause all asylum decisions after the deadly National Guard shooting. And the legal battle between 23XI and Nascar that could fundamentally reshape the sport.

With the return of Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes, he and host Brien Blakely dig into three big legal topics this week. First, a TikTok influencer sued for an alleged affair with her manager. Plus, a judge using the Laken Riley Act to order the release of immigrants held by ICE. And a new lawsuit from a transgender TSA Officer saying they're being discriminated against for not being allowed to pat down flyers.

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes talk about the new cases for the Supreme Court, limiting AI use for behavioral health in courtrooms, and a Cincinnati man's wrongful ICE detainment

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes talk about a proposal dubbed "Iryna’s Law" and how this bill could possibly make changes in the wake of Charlotte's deadly light rail stabbing.

Queen City News Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes and anchor Brien Blakely talk about lawsuits over airline fumes, doxxing concerns in the wake of the Charlie Kirk shooting and freedom of speech rock painting at Audrey Kell High School.

Queen City News Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes and anchor Brien Blakely talk about whether or not the smell of marijuana is enough for probable cause, Durham proclaiming itself as a 4th Amendment city, and the problems that come with representing yourself in court.

Queen City News Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes and anchor Brien Blakely take a closer look at the shutting of pirated sports streaming site Streameast and a number of stories concerning Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes discuss the viral Raja Jackson incident in an amateur wrestling ring, fallout from a deadly U-Turn crash, and the growing deportation fight for Kilmer Abrego-Garcia.

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes talk about a new "America First" test for teachers in Oklahoma, a judge's ruling involving the FTC and Media Matters, and comedian Eric André's alleged racial profiling lawsuit.

Host Brian Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes talk about same sex marriage laws, how far ICE can go, and liability for work-related accidents.

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes discuss the new developments in Texas as Gov. Greg Abbott orders the arrest of 57 House Democrats who fled to stop a gerrymandering change. Plus, a new possible investigation into Ex-Trump prosecutor Jack Smith, and the fallout from the viral Coldplay Concert Affair.

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes break down the new developments after a judge blocked a federal funding ban to Planned Parenthood and the White House ordering an end to polygraph tests to Pentagon staff.

On this special episode of Order In The Court, Julian Sadur and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes discuss the life and legacy of Charlotte Civil Rights Attorney James Ferguson. How his landmark case helped desegregate schools nationwide and his impact on those who want to follow in his footsteps. 

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes talk about NC Attorney General Jeff Jackson's Edu. Dept. lawsuit, mass firings from the white house, and a new case involving Tesla's Autopilot feature. 

Queen City News Anchor Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes discuss possible lawsuits resulting from the Texas floods, deportations and a CLTFC fan's injury at a game.

Host Brian Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes talk about developments in the Diddy trial and the major rulings on the last day of the Supreme Court term.

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes talk about a new challenge by a prisoner to keep his dreadlocks and the legal issues of a woman who helped a dog stuck in a hot car.

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes discuss the wrongful death lawsuit against CMPD and the city of Charlotte, a judge hit with an ethics complaint over AI and Deepfakes, and a juror in the Diddy trial being dismissed.

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes break down the legal factors surrounding President Trump's use of the national guard to quell protests in Los Angeles. They also dig into the AP being allowed back into the White House and DOGE being given access to social security information by the U.S. Supreme Court.

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes break down everything from a "gender" t-shirt battle, two women suing their employers over pregnancy firings, and a new fight over President Trump's tariffs. 

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal analyst Khalif Rhodes talk about President Trump calling for an investigation into claims performers were paid millions to appear at political rallies for Kamala Harris. What's fact, fiction, and how the POTUS is trying to target his former opponent.

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal analyst Khalif Rhodes discuss the sensitive topic of a pregnant Georgia woman who has been declared brain dead but doctors say she must be kept alive because of the state's abortion laws.

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes discuss the new Supreme Court decision to allow the Trump Administration to strip legal protections for 350,000 Venezuelans. How this could pave the way for a batch of deportations.

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes discuss a controversial Texas decision to deny a woman's $83 million jackpot win after she bought the ticket from an online courier service.

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes break down the first day of testimonies in the trial for star Sean Combs. What's next and how the media will play a factor in this trial.

Host Brian Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes talk about the legal implications behind the White House deporting certain immigrants here illegally to Libya

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes discuss the legal challenge to ActBlue and the Democratic Party's use of it as a fundraiser for political campaigns.

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes discuss the move from the Supreme Court of the United States to allow Ohio to make a constitutional change that would end qualified immunity.

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes discuss the newest accusations from a DOGE whistleblower about the department allegedly accessing sensitive information of Americans.