'JR Morning Five Things First Thing

June 28, 2024 ~ In this edition of "5 Things First Thing" the 'JR Morning crew analyzes last night's debate and they say it was a rough night for President Biden. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 27, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about the beautiful weekend ahead for the Rocket Mortgage Classic at the Detroit Golf Club, the teen charged in the shooting death of Oakland County Sheriff's Deputy Bradley Reckling, the Supreme Court's leaked opinion on emergency abortion access in Idaho, another decision on social media companies, and the latest from the state legislature passing several bills early this morning. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 26, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie are live from the Rocket Mortgage Classic at the Detroit Golf Club, and talk about the sixth year of the tournament, the criminal record of two of the three men suspected of killing Oakland County Sheriff's deputy Brad Reckling, the planned hotel coming to the former site of Joe Louis Arena, a new Detroit ordinance to ban gas stations from locking customers inside following a fatal shooting last year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 25, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about last night's Ford Fireworks over the Detroit River, more details of former Detroit Riverfront Conservancy CFO William Smith attempting to unload assets, like his yacht and condo in Mexico, while $35 million has been pledged by foundations to help complete the conservancy's projects, State Rep. Neil Friske claiming he's being framed over his arrest last week, the Florida Panthers winning the Stanley Cup, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 24, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk all about the shooting of Oakland County Sheriff's deputy Brad Reckling while he was tracking a stolen vehicle in Detroit, and another tragedy that Sheriff Michael Bouchard is working through, as well as a Wayne County insurance agency operator facing felony embezzlement charges, and the Supreme Court ruling preventing domestic abusers from possessing firearms. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 21, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about the implosion of the boiler house at the Trenton Channel Power Plant to make way for a new DTE battery center, another round of storms that ripped through Metro Detroit, Rite Aid planning to close all stores in Michigan, donations to former President Donald Trump's re-election campaign, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 20, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about last night's storms that ran through Metro Detroit, leaving thousands without power, the upcoming decisions from the U.S. Supreme Court, the Pistons firing head coach Monty Williams, crime victims advocating for a bill that would grant productivity credits to prisoners, more details from the survivors of the shooting at the Rochester Hills splash pad, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 19, 2024 ~ Today on “Five Things First Thing,” the S&P 500 has reached a record high despite weak retail sales and increasing deficits, AI innovator NVIDIA has surpassed Microsoft to become the world’s most valuable company, and the Biden Administration offers new immigration policy that provides an easier path to citizenship for certain undocumented individuals. Also in this segment, the team highlights some of today’s Juneteenth festivities, which include events and parades celebrating African American culture, plus a look at the life of trailblazing baseball legend Willie Mays, who died Tuesday from heart failure at the age of 93. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 18, 2024 ~ Today on “Five Things First Thing:” Guy Gordon, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds talk about the dangers of hot cars during extreme weather conditions, mental health resources including the introduction of the 988-crisis hotline for suicide prevention and mass shooting deterrence, the importance of reporting concerning behavior to prevent tragedies and protect the community, Mackinac Island attractions, hotels, restaurants, and ferry services, and social media concerns. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 17, 2024 ~ Today on “Five Things First Thing:” Guy Gordon, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds talk about the Rochester Hills splash pad shooting, a Trump rally, polling data in Michigan, challenges for black communities, potential Democratic support loss, school ranking concerns, and weight loss drug coverage. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 14, 2024 ~ Guy Gordon, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds talk about the Supreme Court's ruling on mifepristone, GOP lawmakers trying to do away with the individual income tax, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel charging candidates with election petition fraud, the U.S. Open, and Michigan overtaking California in marijuana sales. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 13, 2024 ~ Today on “Five Things First Thing:” In financial news, NASDAQ and S&P reach record highs while Dow futures dip slightly. The Federal Reserve hints at a possible interest rate cut. A cyber-attack at Ascension Hospitals emphasizes email security after a worker downloaded a malicious file. In Ann Arbor, 141 teachers face layoffs due to budget shortfalls and decreased student enrollment during COVID. The Southern Baptist Convention rejects a ban on women pastors and opposes in vitro fertilization, revealing internal divisions. A Senate bill to protect IVF access is blocked by Democrats, sparking debate. Michigan’s lack of transparency on abortion statistics under the Reproductive Rights Act is controversial. Blue Cross stops covering certain weight loss drugs due to costs. Efforts continue to combat e-cigarette targeting of children by tobacco companies. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 12, 2024 ~ Today on “Five Things First Thing:” The CPI is releasing a report today regarding the economy and interest rates, Hunter Biden was found guilty on all three counts of federal gun charges yesterday, the All of Us Foundation has been launched to build off the Commission to Address Gun Violence with the goal to promote public education and prevention efforts, the State Board of Education passed a resolution calling on the legislature to initiate a full investigation for Oxford High School and request suicide and threat assessments be part of every school emergency operation plan, and local golf pro Otto Black previews the U.S Open. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 11, 2024 ~ Today on “Five Things First Thing:” DTE Energy’s plans have been revealed for a renewable energy battery storage facility in Trenton, the UAW offers a level of cooperation in a watchdog investigation into possible union corruption, and the latest news in the Israeli / Palestinian conflict, including the Biden Administration’s UN-backed proposal for a ceasefire, the controversy surrounding the recent IDF rescue of Israeli hostages in Gaza, and the diplomatic efforts of U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Saudi Arabia, which are aimed at balancing regional security, in part by encouraging Israel to maintain a Palestinian statehood. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 7, 2024 ~ Guy and Jamie are live from Michigan Central Station to talk all about the redevelopment of the iconic building in Corktown, the kickoff concert featuring Eminem, Diana Ross, Jack White, and Jelly Roll, the Ford family's commitment to the city of Detroit, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 6, 2024 ~ Guy and Jamie talk about the 80th anniversary of D-Day and the importance of remembering the veterans' sacrifices, the intense storms around Metro Detroit last night where a Livonia toddler was killed, more details in the ongoing fraud case within the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 5, 2024 ~ Guy and Jamie talk about Ford's strong EV sales in May, as General Motors CEO Mary Barra spoke on NBC News about the company's electric future, an attempted home invasion in Royal Oak, President Biden's executive authority on the southern border, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 4, 2024 ~ Guy and Jamie talk about the star-studded concert lineup for the grand reopening of Michigan Central Station, the Biden administration's executive order on limiting asylum crossings at the southern border, vandalism at University of Michigan regent Jordan Acker's law firm, the jury selection in the trial of Hunter Biden, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 3, 2024 ~ Guy and Jamie talk all about the beginning of Hunter Biden' trial over felony gun charges, the impact of Donald Trump's conviction on the 2024 election, the drama within the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy, President Joe Biden discussing a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 31, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie are live from the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear, and talk about former President Donald Trump being found guilty on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in the hush money trial in New York, and the reaction from state and national political leaders. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 30, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie are live from the 2024 Mackinac Policy Conference, and talk about the alleged fraud within the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy, Mayor Mike Duggan getting ready to endorse Councilmember Mary Waters in the congressional race against Shri Thanedar, and the local man attending a virtual court hearing for a suspended license ... while driving! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 29, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie are live from the Mackinac Policy Conference, and talk about all of the news that will break while on the island, and much more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 28, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about the new poll commissioned by the Detroit Regional Chamber ahead of this week's Mackinac Policy Conference that shows two thirds of Michigan voters are dissatisfied with the state of democracy in the U.S., the passing of PGA Tour golfer Grayson Murray, the retirement of longtime controversial MLB umpire Angel Hernandez, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 24, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about Memorial Day weekend, new polling that reveals how different generations value patriotism, changes in the NCAA that will allow student-athletes to be paid by colleges, General Motors CEO Mary Barra saying that the Renaissance Center in Detroit could possibly be demolished, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 23, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about a project that could bring the construction of new single-family homes to Detroit, the ruling denying the Oxford High School shooter's request for his parents' confidential reports, the Michigan farmworker who has been diagnosed with the bird flu, another accidental shooting of a child in the city of Detroit, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 22, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about the Biden administration releasing 1 million barrels of gasoline ahead of the Memorial Day weekend, the struggle to distribute aid at the new temporary pier in Gaza, former state Senator Adam Hollier being disqualified from the race to compete for U.S. Congressman Shri Thanedar's seat, the release of video footage from Midland police finding the woman living in the sign above Family Fare, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 21, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about the International Criminal Court accusing the leaders of Israel and Hamas of war crimes, the Ann Arbor Public Schools board approving staffing cuts to close a projected $20 million budget deficit, the end of cross-examination of Michael Cohen in the criminal trial of former President Donald Trump in New York, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 20, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about President Biden's address at the NAACP Detroit's Fight For Freedom Fund Dinner at Huntington Place on Sunday, the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash, Mercedes-Benz workers in Alabama voting against unionizing with the UAW, Xander Schauffele winning the PGA Championship, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 17, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about the possible alligator sighting at Kensington Metropark, Detroit City FC acquiring land to construct a new soccer stadium in Detroit, state law enforcement cracking down on seat belt use and wrong-way drivers on the roads, the continued cross-examination of Michael Cohen in the criminal trial of former President Donald Trump, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 16, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about President Biden and former President Trump agreeing to debate twice ahead of the 2024 presidential election, the consumer price index report that showed inflation cooled slightly in April, the city of Detroit adding residents for the first time since 1957, the release of the Detroit Lions schedule, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 15, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about the upcoming consumer price index report that will be released later today, the cross-examination of Michael Cohen in the criminal trial of former President Donald Trump in New York, former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick's resistance to paying restitution, the Biden administration levying tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 14, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about the Detroit Lions signing quarterback Jared Goff to a four-year, $212 million contract extension, polls showing former President Trump's lead growing over President Biden ahead of the 2024 election, Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard warning residents of the continued rise of Chilean gangs targeting homes, Michael Cohen's testimony in the criminal trial of Donald Trump, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 13, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about the Northern Lights from over the weekend, the upcoming vote by Mercedes-Benz workers in Alabama on whether to join the UAW, the ongoing ceasefire talks in Gaza, as the Biden administration faces criticism for their weapons embargo to Israel, the continuing of the criminal trial of former President Donald Trump in New York, as his former lawyer Michael Cohen takes the stand. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 10, 2024 ~ Guy and Lloyd talk about Stormy Daniels's continuing testimony in the criminal trial of former President Donald Trump in New York, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's response to President Biden's weapons embargo, the Midland woman found living inside a sign above the Family Fare store, the cyber attack at Ascension Hospitals around the nation, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 9, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about the cleanup from the tornadoes in Portage, and Governor Whitmer declaring a state of emergency, cyber attacks targeting Ascension Hospitals, the Biden administration's asylum policy change, the tragic shooting in Florida, where deputies mistakenly entered the wrong apartment and killed an U.S. Air Force airman, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 8, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about the tornadoes that struck the Kalamazoo and Portage areas in southwest Michigan, President Biden's speech in support of Israel, a Michigan Supreme Court decision on the use of a drone over someone's private property, a possible ballot initiative for a countywide public transit system in Wayne County, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 7, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about the rumored ceasefire and hostage exchange in Gaza, despite Israel claiming the agreement hasn't been finalized, the 16-year-old in Detroit who has been arrested following a quadruple shooting, Vice President Kamala Harris announcing $100 million in assistance for small and medium-size auto suppliers, the Detroit Tigers unveiling new City Connect uniforms, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 6, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about the photo-finish of the 150th Kentucky Derby, the protests at the University of Michigan commencements over the weekend, the latest in the Middle East amid evacuation orders in Rafah, the sexual assault charges against a former Wayne County juvenile detention employee, and the potential vice president candidates to join former President Donald Trump on the Republican ticket. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 3, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about some key economic numbers to start the weekend, including this morning's jobs report, the Macomb County Sheriff's deputy who rescued a group of bunnies tossed out of a car window, Detroit Public Schools Community District Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti warning of marijuana and edible use in schools, a calmer morning on the campus of UCLA, and another Congressional candidate who is being checked for possible fraudulent petition signatures. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 2, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about New York City Mayor Eric Adams blaming outside agitators for the protests on campus at Columbia University, Arizona lawmakers voting to repeal its Civil War era abortion ban, the NAACP Detroit announcing that President Biden will be the keynote speaker at the 69th annual Fight for Freedom Fund Dinner, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 1, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about former President Trump visiting Michigan on the campaign trail, the polls showing the Biden-Trump rematch is tightening ahead of the presidential election, police arresting nearly 100 protestors at Columbia University, today's Federal Reserve meeting that could forecast when an interest rate cut might occur, the US Drug Enforcement Administration seeking to reclassify marijuana, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 30, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie are live from StartupNation for the AI seminar 'chatbot.detroit: Leveraging AI to Scale Your Business,' and talk about the post-NFL Draft press conference by Mayor Mike Duggan, Chief James White, and other community leaders about the success of the weekend, the latest on the protest on campus at Columbia University, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 29, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about the incredible success of the NFL Draft in Detroit, fans setting the new attendance record for the event, how they're reusing the material that was used to build the draft theatre to help local nonprofits, and the debate over the Federal Reserve's next interest rate cut. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 26, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about Detroit setting the NFL record for largest attendance on the first night of the NFL Draft, the Lions trading up to select Alabama cornerback Terrion Arnold, the record number of quarterbacks drafted in the 1st Round, the involuntary manslaughter charges filed in the business explosion in Clinton Township last month, and the Supreme Court hearing arguments over former President Donald Trump's immunity claim. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 25, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie are LIVE from along Woodward Avenue for the NFL Draft in Detroit, and talk about the economic impact of the event, the growth of the pro-Palestinian protests across the country, the vigil for the two children killed by the suspected drunken driver in the crash at the Berlin Township boat club, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 24, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about fans descending upon the city of Detroit for this weekend's NFL Draft, the Wall Street Journal story on the city's transformation, the upcoming deadline for dismantling pro-Palestinian encampments across college campuses, the charges against the suspected drunken driver who killed two children at a Monroe County boat club, the FTC voting to ban noncompete clauses, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 23, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about fans from around the country arriving for the NFL Draft in Detroit, the pro-Palestinian protests that are sweeping Ivy League campuses, Columbia University holding remote classes for the rest of the semester, the beginning of the criminal trial of former President Donald Trump in Manhattan, and the upcoming charges that will be filed against the suspected drunken driver who killed two children at a boat club in Berlin Township. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 22, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about the excitement of the NFL Draft coming to Detroit this week, the beginning of the criminal trial of former President Donald Trump in Manhattan, the fatal crash at a child's birthday party in Monroe County by a suspected drunken driver, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's appearance on Meet the Press following the House voting on foreign aid for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 19, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about Taylor Swift releasing her 11th album "The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology," Israel sending an retaliation airstrike to Iran, Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan making good on his promise to remove abandoned vehicles within the city, and the Detroit Lions releasing new uniforms ahead of next week's NFL Draft. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 18, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about the highlights of Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan's State of the City address, the Justice Department paying 100 victims of Larry Nassar $100 million after the FBI's mishandling of its investigation into the disgraced doctor, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.