Huel Perkins
Hello, my friends! Thanks for watching FOX 2 News and thanks for stopping by.
I'm blessed to have one of the greatest jobs in the world. In the 24 years that I've worked for the station, I've traveled the country with Nelson Mandela, followed the Pope, and covered nearly every major political convention. But best of all, I get to work with some of the most talented reporters, photographers and producers in broadcasting.
Along the way, I picked up two Emmy Awards for reporting and four nominations for Best Anchor. Not bad for a young man who was on his way to becoming a lawyer when he got his first big break in television. I think I made the right choice.
Over the years, I've developed a deep and abiding faith in the people of metro Detroit. Time after time, I've seen us overcome enormous odds. No matter where we live or what we do, there is a sense of community that always seems to bring us together. There is nothing we cannot achieve ... no problem that we can't solve.
In addition to anchoring the 5 p.m., 6, 10 and the Edge at 11 p.m. I also host the popular talk show, "Let It Rip!" at 10:30 every Thursday night. Whenever you watch FOX 2, you'll see a wide range of stories and people. Some of them will make you cry; some of them will make you angry; some of them may even leave you laughing. But at the end of the newscast, I hope you feel that we've been working together for you, trying to solve problems, not just expose them.
We hope it's the information you need to lead a better life.
The latest from Huel Perkins
Aftershocks of Kwame Kilpatrick's prison release; GOP in flux post-Trump
The impact of Kwame Kilpatrick's prison sentence commutation including on the upcoming Detroit elections and in part two our panel analyzes where the GOP goes following President Trump's departure from the White House.
Flint water charges reaction; many feel anxious for State Capitol protests
After seven years and a second attorney general office investigation, charges finally came down in the Flint water crisis, but many feel it is not enough. Militia and other armed groups are planning protests around the country leaving questions over what to expect as ripples from the Washington DC riot are still felt.
Aftermath of the Capitol riot
Our panel takes a look at the fallout of the massive riot on Capitol Hill one day later.
Electoral College officially casts Biden votes; questions about Hunter linger
Will the questions ever be answered about the election, even as Joe Biden officially was named the President-Elect? Also Hunter Biden questions continue with connections to China and a federal investigation.
State Rep. Cynthia Johnson tells her side of the story about Facebook video
Responding to death threats Rep. Cynthia Johnson recorded a controversial Facebook video response that critics said stooped to the level of her harassers. Hear her explain what she meant with our panel.
Judge sides with state to keep restaurants shuttered, leaving owners and workers out in cold
A federal judge ruled in favor of the health department's lockdown carrying out Gov. Whitmer's request for dine-in services suspended amid the pandemic. Desperate owners and workers are wondering what next.
Let it Rip Weekend: Interview with Tina Talbot ‘I did it to protect my son’
Let it Rip Weekend: Interview with Tina Talbot ‘I did it to protect my son’
Wayne County Board of Canvassers drama
We talk about the contentious Wayne County Board of Canvassers meeting and drama over certifying the election results.
Post-election lawsuits; TCF Center ballot count questions
Election Day might be over but President Trump is not giving an inch as a blizzard of lawsuits have been filed in various contested states including Michigan. Attorney General Dana Nessel joins us followed by our panel to break it all down.
Biden takes Michigan, builds lead as post-Election results drag on
Joe Biden built on his electoral vote lead on Michigan Wednesday while his camp filed lawsuits against Michigan and other states questioning election integrity.