KWAME KILPATRICK

The ongoing saga continues over unpaid restitution by former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.

Local 4 sat down with Kwame Kilpatrick’s former chief of staff as she tries to put her affair with him, the lies under oath, and more in the rearview mirror.

Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick and Bobby Ferguson were denied their request to end their supervised release.

Officials say a federal judge has ordered the seizure of money from former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.

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Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick’s name is back on a federal court docket after prosecutors opened an investigation into whether he’s been paying the nearly $2 million he owes to the city and the IRS.

Former Detroit mayor Kwame Kilpatrick spoke during a Sunday service in Pontiac, urging the congregation not to forget about people behind bars.

Kwame Kilpatrick spoke in Dearborn on Wednesday to advocate for Michigan inmates, sharing his personal prison experiences and arguing that the state should offer opportunities for early release.

The Detroit FBI office has created an email address for members of the public to report suspicions of public corruption directly to federal agents and analysts.

“If we don’t discuss the issues that are hurting people in this city, then folks will think all is well,” Adams said. “The reality is that all is not well.”

The 2021 Detroit mayoral election will take place Nov. 2, 2021 and one challenger is accusing incumbent mayor Mike Duggan of some dirty tactics.

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Sunday was former Detroit mayor Kwame Kilpatrick’s most visible appearance in the city after spending more than seven years in prison.

Former Detroit mayor Kwame Kilpatrick was back in the spotlight on Sunday as he preached to a packed church in Detroit.

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Kwame Kilpatrick preached Sunday morning at Historic Little Rock Baptist Church in Detroit.

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Kwame Kilpatrick preached Sunday morning at Historic Little Rock Baptist Church.

Since his release from prison in January, we’ve heard very little from ex-Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.

After eights years in prison, Bobby Ferguson is back in Detroit following U.S. District Judge Nancy Edmunds granting his request for a compassionate release.

Bobby Ferguson has been granted early release from prison, according to court documents filed Thursday.

Kwame Kilpatrick’s release brings back painful memories for former Detroit assistant chiefDETROIT – When Kwame Kilpatrick had his sentence commuted by former President Donald Trump bad memories started emerging for Steve Dolunt, a retired Detroit police assistant chief. On Tuesday, Dolunt shared the painful period in his life and career during Kilpatrick’s tenure as Detroit mayor. NOTE: A winter weather advisory is in effect for Lapeer, Sanilac and St. Clair counties until 11 p.m. Tuesday. The health department has not indicated it’s interested in reinstating indoor sports. The health department Is looking at Feb. 21 to reopen sports.

DETROIT – When Kwame Kilpatrick had his sentence commuted by former President Donald Trump bad memories started emerging for Steve Dolunt, a retired Detroit police assistant chief. On Tuesday, Dolunt shared the painful period in his life and career during Kilpatrick’s tenure as Detroit mayor. Read more: Trump commutes sentence of ex-Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick after 7 years in prison“We were investigating the officers on staff. It is hard to tell your family you have been demoted, you didn’t do anything wrong that was really, really hard,” he said. “To me the kicker is, Kwame Kilpatrick is one of the most charismatic people I have ever met.

Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick reunited with his family Wednesday shortly after he was released from prison. Kilpatrick, who served nearly eight years, was released early after his 28-year sentenced was commuted on Jan. 19 by former President Donald Trump. While several people contributed to Kilpatrick’s release, it appears socialite and businesswoman Kim Kardashian also triggered a domino effect in the matter. “He told me about so many incredible things he was doing in prison,” Johnson said. Jonson says she hopes that Kilpatrick will “regain his purpose.”“I believe Kwame found a brand new purpose in life.

After nearly eight years behind bars, former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick walked free Wednesday from prison in Oakdale, Louisiana, and arrived in Georgia to meet family. READ: US releases former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick from prisonFrom Paul Gross:Strictly from a historical standpoint, Jan. 21 is a most intriguing day for Detroit weather records. You see, on January 21st in 1984, we set a record low of -21 degrees (-29 degrees Celsius), which officially stands as the coldest recorded temperature in Detroit weather history. The number of confirmed cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in Michigan has risen to 542,146 as of Wednesday, including 13,905 deaths, state officials report. Testing has been steady with more than 40,000 diagnostic tests reported per day on average, with the 7-day positive rate average below 7%.

DETROIT – After nearly eight years behind bars, former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick walked free Wednesday from prison in Oakdale, Louisiana, and arrived in Georgia to meet family. READ: US releases former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick from prison“I saw a boatload of text messages and calls. She helped pushed the effort forward last February when she personally delivered a letter to then-President Donald Trump asking for clemency. He served seven years, close to eight years, being away from his family away and from his mother.”READ: Key people in Kwame Kilpatrick’s life and career: Where are they now? “I believe Kwame Kilpatrick will be an excellent example of redemption and grace.”PREVIOUS COVERAGE:

Here’s what’s coming up on Local 4 News at 11:New videos and pictures show Kwame Kilpatrick reuniting with family after release from prison

View of Detroit from the Windsor sky camera on Jan. 20, 2021 at 9:54 p.m. US releases former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick from prisonDETROIT – Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick, who has served more than seven years of a 28-year prison sentence for corruption crimes, was released from federal prison Wednesday after President Donald Trump commuted his sentence, a Bureau of Prisons spokesman told The Associated Press. WATCH Local 4 News at 11Metro Detroit weather: Will there be more snow this weekend? 4 Fast FactsBe InformedHow is Michigan doing in the fight against COVID-19? The Director of the Department of Epidemiology for the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services provided an update on the big picture of how Michigan is doing in the fight against COVID-19.

DETROIT – Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick was officially released from prison Wednesday evening, serving only seven of his 28-year prison sentence before it was cut short. In granting clemency, Trump called for prison officials to immediately release Kilpatrick. Over the years, Local 4 has seen photos posted from Kilpatrick’s sons on social media as they visited their father in prison. While he is released, Kilpatrick is still responsible to pay his $4.7 million in restitution, according to a clemency grant obtained by Local 4 Defenders. Kilpatrick’s mother, former U.S. Rep. Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick, has since moved from Detroit to Georgia.

FILE - In this May 25, 2010 file photo, former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick sits in a Detroit courtroom. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)DETROIT – Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick, who has served more than seven years of a 28-year prison sentence for corruption crimes, was released from federal prison Wednesday after President Donald Trump commuted his sentence, a Bureau of Prisons spokesman told The Associated Press. Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, a Democrat and frequent Trump critic, welcomed the news of a commutation. “Kwame Kilpatrick is a person of great talent who still has much to contribute,” Duggan said. This is a decision President Trump got right.”Kilpatrick’s first term as mayor was marred by accusations of misuse of city funds on personal extravagance.

DETROIT – Bishop J. Drew Sheard with Greater Emmanuel Institutional Church of God in Christ said the recent news of former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick being released from prison is good news. UPDATE: US releases former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick from prisonIn 2013, Kilpatrick was sentenced to 28 years in federal prison after he was convicted of racketeering, mail fraud, wire fraud and more charges. Several well-known pastors, like Bishop Sheard, Bishop T.D. Ellis said he thought Trump would have made his decision during the election season.

DETROIT – Carmen Harlan was one of the first people in Detroit to publicly say that Kwame Kilpatrick had to go. The former Detroit mayor will be released from prison after serving seven years of a 28-year sentence for his role in a major corruption scandal after President Donald Trump commuted his sentence late Tuesday night. UPDATE: US releases former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick from prisonHarlan retired from WDIV in 2016 after nearly 40 years in broadcast news. RELATED: Detroit reporters who covered corruption scandal offer insight after Kwame Kilpatrick’s commutation“As we age, I would hope we can see things in a bigger perspective and that is that people change,” Harlan said. He’s certainly had a lot of time to think about it.”RELATED: Carmen Harlan’s final newscast: ‘It’s been a wonderful, wonderful ride’More: Kwame Kilpatrick section

DETROIT – People across Metro Detroit have different opinions on former Detroit mayor Kwame Kilpatrick’s prison sentence. UPDATE: US releases former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick from prisonWhen Kilpatrick rose to the office of mayor, it was absolutely electric. His opinion of Detroit was contagious, it could be felt in the neighborhoods and a coming commerce. In the days of COVID, it’s difficult to go out and take the pulse of the people on the commutation of Kilpatrick’s 28 year sentence to 7 years. RELATED: ‘The Kwame Kilpatrick rollercoaster ride’ -- The rise and fall of former Detroit mayorThere was talk that Kwame could have been Governor or even President.

Here’s what you missed on Local 4 News at 5:What we’ve learned about Kwame Kilpatrick’s releaseBefore Kwame Kilpatrick was convicted of 24 federal felonies, he served as Detroit’s mayor from 2002-08. Kilpatrick’s time as an elected official began with the exuberance and energy of a young man who believed he was destined to become mayor.

DETROIT – Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick will be released from prison after serving seven years of a 28-year sentence for his role in a major corruption scandal after President Donald Trump commuted his sentence late Tuesday night. UPDATE: US releases former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick from prisonKilpatrick was hoping for a pardon -- a complete dismissal of the conviction as if it had never happened. The official executive grant of clemency for the former Detroit mayor was signed by Trump on Jan. 13. “President Trump commuted the sentence of the former Mayor of Detroit, Kwame Malik Kilpatrick. More: Kwame Kilpatrick section

“On a personal level, it’s hard to hold any personal animosity or venom toward the individual,” Bhandari said. And many of the names on Trump’s last list were conventional and non-controversial selections, including relatively anonymous drug offenders seen as having rehabilitated themselves during long stays in prison. For instance, joining Cunningham on the pardon list was Steve Bannon, Trump’s former chief strategist. The pardon nullified the case while the trial was still months away, eliminating the prospect for any punishment for Bannon. In the final minutes of his term, Trump pardoned Al Pirro, the ex-husband of Fox News Channel host Jeanine Pirro, in a tax evasion case.

DETROIT – Before Kwame Kilpatrick was convicted of 24 federal felonies, he served as Detroit’s mayor from 2002-08. RELATED: Detroit reporter recalls ‘magnetic’ Kwame Kilpatrick’s rise and fallThe ambitious Cass Tech graduate had a knack for connecting with people. In 1998, Kwame Kilpatrick was elected minority floor leader for the Michigan Democratic Party. At 31, Kilpatrick became the youngest mayor of Detroit when elected. Miller provided information that strengthened the federal case against Kilpatrick.

Karen Drew and Hank Winchester reported on the Kwame Kilpatrick saga for more than a decade. Here they offer their reaction to President Trump’s commutation of the former Detroit mayor’s federal prison sentence.

DETROIT – Here’s what you missed on Local 4 News at Noon. Trump commutes sentence of ex-Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick after 7 years in prisonFormer Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick will be released from prison after serving seven years of a 28-year sentence for his role in a major corruption scandal after President Donald Trump commuted his sentence late Tuesday night.

Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick speaks at the Welcome to Detroit press conference at the Super Bowl XL Media Center at the Renaissance Center in Detroit, Michigan on January 30, 2006. And that’s the contextual backdrop for Kwame Kilpatrick in my long experience with this city. That, too, is the contextual backdrop for Kwame Kilpatrick. But when Kwame Kilpatrick was elected mayor, it was absolutely electric. Kwame Kilpatrick remains an enigma.

FILE - In this March 11, 2013, file photo, former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick leaves federal court after being convicted in Detroit, of corruption charges. (David Coates/Detroit News via AP, File)DETROIT – Current Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan supports President Trump’s decision to commute former Detroit mayor Kwame Kilpatrick’s prison sentence. Kilpatrick has served seven years of a 28-year federal prison sentence for a long list of charges including racketeering and bribery. Here’s the original Kilpatrick commutation statement from the White House:“President Trump commuted the sentence of the former Mayor of Detroit, Kwame Malik Kilpatrick. Thankfully, under Michigan law, he cannot hold state or local public office for 20 years after his conviction.”More: Kwame Kilpatrick section

DETROIT - OCTOBER 28: Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick appears in Wayne County Circuit Court for his sentencing October 28, 2008 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images)DETROIT – On March 11, 2013, former Detroit mayor Kwame Kilpatrick was convicted on 24 federal felony counts, including mail fraud, wire fraud, and racketeering. Kwame Kilpatrick and Bernard Kilpatrick hug in Detroit court on March 11, 2013. Ferguson and former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick were convicted on federal racketeering charges. Bernard Kilpatrick, Kwame Kilpatrick's father, is accused of public corruption along with Victor Mercado, his son Kwame and Bobby Ferguson.

Former Detroit mayor Kwame Kilpatrick was just seven years into a 28-year federal prison sentence when President Trump decided to allow him to walk free Tuesday night. It was Trump’s final night in the White House before he leaves Wednesday to make way for President-elect Joe Biden and his new administration. Here’s the statement from the White House:“President Trump commuted the sentence of the former Mayor of Detroit, Kwame Malik Kilpatrick. U.S. Attorney Matthew Schneider was definitely not in support of a shortened sentence or pardon for Kilpatrick. Kwame Kilpatrick has earned every day he served in federal prison for the horrible crimes he committed against the People of Detroit.

Quick facts:Kilpatrick is seven years into a 28-year sentence to federal prison for racketeering and bribery. He was sentenced to federal prison in 2013 after being convicted of a long list of charges. Here’s the statement from the White House:“President Trump commuted the sentence of the former Mayor of Detroit, Kwame Malik Kilpatrick. He was sentenced to federal prison in 2013 after being convicted of racketeering, mail fraud, and wire fraud, among other charges. He filed another motion in 2017 to vacate his prison sentence, and that was denied by a district court judge.

DETROIT – Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick will be released from prison after serving seven years of a 28-year sentence for his role in a major corruption scandal after President Donald Trump commuted his sentence late Tuesday night. UPDATE Jan. 20: US releases former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick from prisonHere’s the statement from the White House:“President Trump commuted the sentence of the former Mayor of Detroit, Kwame Malik Kilpatrick. Kwame Kilpatrick has earned every day he served in federal prison for the horrible crimes he committed against the People of Detroit. He filed another motion in 2017 to vacate his prison sentence, and that was denied by a district court judge. Before serving as mayor, Kilpatrick served in the Michigan State House of Representative.

FILE - In this June, 24, 2004 Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick is shown in Detroit. President Donald Trump commuted the 28-year prison sentence of the disgraced former Detroit mayor, who was convicted on federal corruption charges and served about seven years. Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, a Democrat and frequent Trump critic, welcomed the news of a commutation. This is a decision President Trump got right.”Kilpatrick’s first term as mayor was marred by accusations of misuse of city funds on personal extravagance. He resigned as mayor in 2008 before serving more than a year in jail and state prison.

DETROIT – Here’s what is coming up on Local 4 News at Noon. Family says Kwame Kilpatrick could soon be released from prison -- What we are learningFormer Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick is expected to be released from prison this week, after serving seven years of a 28-year sentence for his role in a major corruption scandal, according to Kilpatrick’s sister.

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DETROIT – Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick is expected to be released from prison this week, after serving seven years of a 28-year sentence for his role in a major corruption scandal, according to Kilpatrick’s sister. “Due to suffering severe health challenges we expect Kwame Kilpatrick to receive a grant for COVID-19 compassionate release from the FBOP this week," Ayanna Kilpatrick tweeted on Sunday night. Kilpatrick, 50, is currently serving a 28-year sentence at the Federal Correctional Institution in Oakdale, Louisiana. Kilpatrick was sentenced to 28 years in federal prison in 2013 after being convicted of racketeering, mail fraud, and wire fraud, among other charges. He filed another motion in 2017 to vacate his prison sentence, and that was denied by a district court judge.

WATCH Local 4 News at 114 Fast FactsBe InformedOn a normal Friday night, Imperial Restaurant on Woodward Avenue in Ferndale would be slammed with people. Another push began Friday to shorten the sentence for former Detroit mayor Kwame Kilpatrick. Ebony Magazine gathered dozens of faith leaders from around the country and many voiced their opinions on why Kilpatrick should be released from prison. But the coronavirus continues its mutated spread and the weekend is looking more limited than we expected. Weve spent months staying home, staying safe and staying indoors.

DETROIT Another push began Friday to shorten the sentence for former Detroit mayor Kwame Kilpatrick. Ebony Magazine gathered dozens of faith leaders from around the country and many voiced their opinions on why Kilpatrick should be released from prison. ORIGINAL STORY: Kwame Kilpatrick supporters call for sentence commutationIts been more than seven years since the former mayor was sentenced to 28 years. In 2013, Kilpatrick was convicted on 24 federal felony counts, including mail fraud, wire fraud, and racketeering. Read more: 7 years ago: Kwame Kilpatrick is convicted on 24 federal felony counts

A group pushing for former Detroit mayor Kwame Kilpatricks prison sentence to be commuted and debts to be forgiven is holding a virtual news conference Friday morning. Their news conference is calling for the commutation of Kilpatricks sentence and debt forgiveness for thousands of Black farmers. Heres a statement from EBONY:"Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick was sentenced to 28 years in prison in 2013. He filed another motion in 2017 to vacate his prison sentence, and that was denied by a district court judge. Read more: 7 years ago: Kwame Kilpatrick is convicted on 24 federal felony counts

DETROIT A Michigan lawmaker whose mother has now tested positive for the coronavirus (COVID-19) said Gov. Public health officials said the Swiss cheese approach to reducing the risk of being infected can help keep people safe. Gretchen Whitmer to allow them to reopen, even creating an eight-step plan to do so safely. A decision was all but guaranteed by Kilpatricks family and supporters, but on Tuesday night, federal officials announced his request was denied. Gretchen Whitmer held a news conference on Wednesday to provide an update on the states response to the historic flooding event in Midland County.

Heres whats coming up on Local 4 News at 11:Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick will not be getting out of prison -- What weve learnedFormer Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick will not be released early because of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the Federal Bureau of Prisons announced. The bureau reviewed Kilpatricks request for home confinement on Tuesday, and it was denied, officials said.

DETROIT Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick will not be released early because of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the Federal Bureau of Prisons announced. The bureau reviewed Kilpatricks request for home confinement, and it was denied, officials said. Kilpatrick will remain incarcerated at the Federal Correctional Institution-I in Oakdale, Louisiana, according to authorities.

DETROIT Last week, family members and supporters of former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick were certain he would be released from federal prison next month. Kilpatrick will not be released from prison early because of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the Federal Bureau of Prisons announced. Multiple sources close to the Kilpatrick family said the Department of Justice was on board with considering a compassionate release. Those in Kilpatricks inner circle believed he would get out to begin home confinement, likely at his sisters home in Atlanta. PREVIOUS: Mayor Mike Duggan, other Detroiters react to news of possible Kwame Kilpatrick releaseThe Kilpatrick family asked for his release because of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

Kilpatrick will not be released from prison early because of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the Federal Bureau of Prisons announced Tuesday. Last week, family members said Kilpatrick had been put in a 21-day quarantine at the Oakdale Federal Detention Center. At 11 a.m. both Great Lakes Crossing Outlet and the Twelve Oaks Mall will open their doors. Somerset Collection and Lakeside Mall will open Friday at 11 a.m.Local 4 went to Twelve Oaks Mall on Tuesday where the cleaning staff was hard at work. The malls general manager, Dan Jones, said theyve removed the play area and the seating in the food court.

DETROIT Supporters of former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick are angry about the decision by the Federal Bureau of Prisons not to grant him an early prison release. Kilpatrick denied early release: Heres everything we knowA decision was all but guaranteed by Kilpatricks family and supporters, but on Tuesday night, federal officials announced his request was denied. Shes been a Kilpatrick supporter and was convinced last week that he would soon be a free man. Last night, when the Federal Bureau of Prisons made its decision, Kilpatrick supporter Angela Stanton King, attorney Norman Yatoomah, who represents the family of Tamara Green, both offered their thoughts. You can hear their statements, as well as what Local 4 legal expert Keith Corbett had to say, in the video posted above.

Gretchen Whitmer has extended Michigans stay-at-home order until June 12 and the state of emergency until June 19. The stay-at-home order continues the closure of public places such as theaters, gyms and casinos to limit the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). Federal officials said Killpatrick is still officially incarcerated, but hes been put in the detention center in Louisiana. If youre hoping to enjoy some traditional Memorial Day activities this weekend there are ways to navigate it safely amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. If youre swimming the risk comes from the people at the pool -- not the pool itself.

DETROIT High profile inmates like Paul Manafort and Micahel Cohen have been released from prison due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) -- and we might be adding former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick to that list. READ: Mayor Mike Duggan, other Detroiters react to news of possible Kwame Kilpatrick releaseKilpatricks family members said theyve been told by the federal government that he will be headed for home confinement. The home confinement approval for former Mayor Kilpatrick really is a streak of good news after hearing so much bad news. Its something thats been a collective effort being worked on by so many people,"MORE: Family believes former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick will be released from prison next monthKilpatrick, his family and supporters have lobbied President Donald Trump in February -- including state Representative Sherry Gay Dagnogo hand delivering a clemency request to the president personally. If he is granted release from prison that doesnt mean hell be walking around free.

The stay-at-home order continues the closure of public places such as theaters, gyms and casinos to limit the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). The number of confirmed cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in Michigan has risen to 53,913 as of Friday, including 5,158 deaths, state officials report. The Michigan Department of Corrections said it has tested every prisoner in its system for coronavirus (COVID-19). How easily the virus spreadsHow easily a virus spreads from person-to-person can vary. Some viruses are highly contagious (spread easily), like measles, while other viruses do not spread as easily.

High profile inmates like Paul Manafort and Micahel Cohen have been released from prison due to the coronavirus. Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick might be added to that list. Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has extended Michigans stay-at-home order until June 12 and the state of emergency until June 19. Joe Biden says he should not have been so cavalier after he told a prominent black radio host that African Americans who back President Donald Trump aint black.The number of confirmed cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in Michigan has risen to 53,913 as of Saturday morning, including 5,158 deaths, state officials report.

Heres what you missed on Local 4 News at Noon:Federal government considering granting Kwame Kilpatrick early release from prison, Local 4 sources sayFormer Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick looks likely to receive an early compassionate release from prison because of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, but so far, no definitive decision has been reached by the Department of Justice. Kilpatricks family had lobbied President Donald Trump for a commutation of his sentence, but now they are attempting a compassionate release because of COVID-19.

Heres whats coming up on Local 4 News at 5:Family believes former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick will be released from prison next monthFormer Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick looks likely to receive an early compassionate release from prison because of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, but so far, no definitive decision has been reached by the Department of Justice.

DETROIT Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick has been put in a 21-day quarantine at the Oakdale Federal Detention Center, and family members believe he will be released in June. In February, Kilpatricks family and a consortium of politicians, religious leaders and business leaders lobbied President Donald Trump for a commutation of his sentence. More recently, the Kilpatrick family has been asking for his release because of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Kilpatrick has been sending regular emails to his family about the conditions in prison and the possibility of a release. Last night, reports began to surface that Kilpatricks release was imminent because of the coronavirus.

FILE - In this March 11, 2013, file photo, former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick leaves federal court after being convicted in Detroit, of corruption charges. The U.S. Bureau of Prisons declined to comment about Kilpatrick, saying only that he remains in custody at the prison in Oakdale, La. U.S. Attorney Matthew Schneider in Detroit said he wasn't aware of any plans to release Kilpatrick. Payton said he and other Kilpatrick allies hope President Donald Trump formally reduces the sentence to time served. Kilpatrick has served only a quarter of his 28-year prison sentence.

DETROIT There are reports that former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick will soon be granted compassionate release from federal prison in Louisiana due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. READ: Family believes former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick will be released from prison next monthThat particular prison has been hit hard by coronavirus and sources confirm to Local 4 that Kilpatrick is currently in quarantine there. The Federal Bureau of Prisons will only confirm Kilpatrick remains in custody but will not reveal information about a possible release. Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan reacted to the news on Friday. Devastated countless people, countless families, countless businesse -- he committed an awful lot of crimes.

Reports started surfacing Thursday night that a Kilpatrick release from federal prison was imminent, not the original commutation of the sentence from Trump. Multiple sources close to the Kilpatrick family have confirmed that the Department of Justice was on board with considering a compassionate release. On Friday morning, an email was sent out from the Ebony Foundation, congratulating Kilpatrick on his release from federal prison. If Kilpatrick is given a compassionate release, he would go through a period of home confinement, and then supervised release. He was eventually moved to a low-security federal prison in New Jersey, and then again to Oakdale FCI.

(Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images)DETROIT – On March 11, 2013, former Detroit mayor Kwame Kilpatrick was convicted on 24 federal felony counts, including mail fraud, wire fraud, and racketeering. I don’t have any comment,” Kwame Kilpatrick said to reporters while walking out of court that day. Kwame Kilpatrick and Bernard Kilpatrick hug in Detroit court on March 11, 2013. Ferguson and former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick were convicted on federal racketeering charges. Bernard Kilpatrick, Kwame Kilpatrick's father, is accused of public corruption along with Victor Mercado, his son Kwame and Bobby Ferguson.

Michigan lawmaker traveling to White House to request clemency for Kwame KilpatrickPublished: February 27, 2020, 12:09 pmA Michigan lawmaker will visit the White House to request clemency for former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick. Michigan State Representative Sherry Gay-Dagnogo will travel to Washington D.C., as a part of a Black History Month event. In an email newsletter, Rep. Gay-Dagnogo says she was invited by President Trump to attend the event and will discuss possible clemency for the former Detroit mayor. She says she will be delivering a letter to President Trump “signed by several Detroit Caucus Members, Elected Officials, and Ecumenical Leaders.”

DETROIT – Kwame Kilpatrick has been denied his latest application to appeal his federal prison sentence. The former Detroit mayor was sentenced to a term of 28 years in prison back in 2013 after he was found guilty on 24 of 30 counts, including racketeering. The 6th Circuit Court of Appeals had denied his original appeal of his conviction and sentence. He filed another motion in 2017 to vacate his prison sentence, and that was denied by a district court judge. Part of Kilpatrick’s argument that the district court judge was “biased” involved a wedding card.

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The Wayne County Jail cell currently housing Bob Bashara is the same cell that once held former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.

DETROIT – A key witness in the federal corruption case against ex-Detroit mayor Kwame Kilpatrick has been sentenced to two years of probation. Emma Bell was a close, long-time friend to Kilpatrick. On Thursday, a judge decided not to send Bell to jail after she pleaded guilty to the tax crime. In addition to her probation, Bell must pay $334,000 in back taxes, which the judge is allowing her to pay in an installment plant. Moreover, Bell must attend Gamblers Anonymous meetings, alcohol counseling -- a substance abuse program -- and complete 100 hours of community service.

DETROIT Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick has been sentenced to 28 years in prison for corruption that turned city hall into a pay-to-play parlor. Read exact breakdown: Sentencing for each of Kwame Kilpatrick's convictionsU.S. District Judge Nancy Edmunds ordered Kilpatrick to pay $100 for each count immediately -- a total of $2,400. Watch: An open letter to Kwame KilpatrickKwame Kilpatrick and Bernard Kilpatrick hug in Detroit court. -Kwame Kilpatrick and Bernard Kilpatrick hug in Detroit court. --Kwame Kilpatrick and his Former Chief of Staff Christine BeattyStory: Christine Beatty talks Kilpatrick affair to EssenceHe was forced out while the auto industry was nearing collapse and Detroit's unstable finances were deteriorating even more.

DETROIT – Court documents released in the Kwame Kilpatrick federal corruption trial show the jury worked through a deadlock early on in the deliberation process. Judge Nancy Edmunds responded to the note by writing: "You should try to reach a unanimous agreement on as many charges/defendants as possible. If you cannot reach unanimous agreement on all charges with respect to all defendants, just let me know." On March 11, a federal jury found Kilpatrick guilty of racketeering, extortion, tax evasion and wire fraud in March. VIEW: Kwame Kilpatrick files motion for a new trial

Bobby Ferguson's promise wasn't quite as glittery as Kwame's but his "upside" [as they say in sports] was great. Making matters worse, they did so all the while claiming to be the defenders and the leaders of this once proud and great city. Instead they decided to gamble their great promise on self-dealing on a grand scale. Quite sadly for the residents of a beleaguered city, great promise ends in federal prison. Do no despair for Kwame or Bobby or their families; despair for this once great city so desperate to find rebirth.

DETROIT – With the 4th day of jury deliberations in the Kwame Kilpatrick federal corruption trial currently underway, it's interesting to take a look at the evolution of this jury from its inception. Read back: Kilpatrick trial jury questioning heats up on day 3On Sept. 19, 12 jurors and six alternates were finally selected. Racially, there were four white women, two white men, one Hispanic woman, four African-American women and one African American man. The jury currently deliberating the fates of Kwame Kilpatrick, Bobby Ferguson and Bernard Kilpatrick is comprised of eight women and four men. The racial breakdown is three white women, three white men, four black women, one black man and one Hispanic woman.

Rataj, representing Bobby Ferguson, has been slugging it out daily in federal court. Rataj says waiting for the jury deliberations is worse than the stress of handling the case. "The worst part of the whole case is where we're at now, and that's the waiting game," he said. Prosecutors showed jurors documentation that they claim had been tampered with by Ferguson's team, putting up visual aids in court to show original paperwork compared to what Ferguson's defense team presented. I'm confident that we're going to win," he said.

DETROIT – Sharon McPhail's simple answer is that she has no qualms about testifying in the trial against former Detroit mayor Kwame Kilpatrick. After more than 60 days of testimony from federal prosecutors, it is the defense team's turn on Thursday. McPhail is one of the first witnesses the defense is expected to call upon. However, she doesn't believe she will be in court for long as a character witness for Kilpatrick. It was a job she said she took on two conditions -- conditions that Kilpatrick honored.

Witness sheds more light on Kilpatrick's alleged bid rigging

Yesterday we finished the Kilpatrick Civic Fund chapter of the trial. 8:54AM So we haven't quite finished with the Kilpatrick Civic Fund. In May 2006, solicited by Kilpatrick Civic Fund for a donation. Would you have expected that his ability to raise funds for Civic Fund would have been impacted in a negative way? But it seems to me that hiring someone for purposes unrelated to Civic Fund seems inconsistent to me to the purposes we thought.

Kwame Kilpatrick's attorney, Jim Thomas, and Bobby Ferguson's attorney, Michael Rataj, were not interested in discussing it with reporters outside court. Kilpatrick on Trial: Day 3 of jury selectionBut the former military man said he could be fair when hearing this case. Rataj attacked the hardest of all, asking "do you want to sit on the jury to finish the job the first jury didn't?" "The judge's logic to this is that even though he has a bias and prejudice against Kwame, it was for a previous case and not this particular case. And he said he could be fair on this particular case.

DETROIT – The case of a slain exotic dancer in Detroit will get another hearing. The on-again, off-again case of Tamara Greene's murder was at the heart of all of former mayor Kwame Kilpatrick's legal troubles. "It is absolutely unimaginable that the appeals court won't overturn them." Detroit city attorney John Schapka did not return Local 4's call for comment. Kilaptrick's lawyer, Jim Thomas, said he expected the appeals court to hear this case.

DETROIT – The long running, highly publicized trial of Detroit Contractor and Kwame Kilpatrick friend Bobby Ferguson is winding down. Bobby Ferguson was wearing a brown pinstripe suit with leather collar and sleeves, white shirt and brown striped tie. He spent nearly two hours laying out the eight count case against Ferguson, Ferguson Construction, XCell Construction [a company Ferguson founded], another company A&F Environmental and two men, co-defendants Michael Woodhouse and Calvin Hall. He said Bobby Ferguson declared every dime he made on his tax returns. He said there is the claim Kwame Kilpatrick intervened to make sure "his buddy Bobby Ferguson got paid!"