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Order In The Court

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Queen City News Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes and anchor Brien Blakely go through the latest headlines revolving around court cases making local and national headlines.

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Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

DHS Lawsuit, Charlie Kirk Social Media Post Settlement, Duke Energy Date Centers 07.07.2026

Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes take a closer look at a lawsuit involving a man suing DHS over being tracked down for sending a threatening email. They also discuss a fired teachers six-figure settlement over a Charlie Kirk post she made and Duke Energy's response to price hikes involving data centers.

Supreme Court Decisions, Case Involving NCSHP Trooper 30.06.2026

Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes take a closer look at some of this week's landmark Supreme Court decisions, and dive into a case of a NC trooper accused in the death of an intern during a chase.

Charlie Kirk Case, Etan Patz Supreme Court, and Reflecting Pool Arrests 22.06.2026

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal Analyst Khalif Rhodes discuss a new ruling in the Charlie Kirk Case, the U.S. Supreme Court reimposes conviction in Etan Patz case, and arrests made in reflecting pool vandalism.

CMS And Painted Rock Settlement, Brendan Sorsby, Lively and Baldoni Legal Drama 16.06.2026

Host Brien Blakely and Chief Legal analyst Khalif Rhodes discuss the settlement lawsuit of the CMS Ardrey Kell rock painting case. They also tackle the BIG 12 and Brendan Sorsby lawsuit. The third topic involves Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni and who pays the attorney fees.

UFC/White House Lawsuit, Palisades Fire Trial, SC Store Owner Shooting Verdict 11.06.2026

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.

Mallard Creek Championship DQ, Alex Murdaugh Trials, And Elon Musk Verdict 19.05.2026

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.

Alex Murdaugh's Murder Convictions Overturned: What's Next? 15.05.2026

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.

Mifepristone, Spirit Airlines and NASCAR trade Secrets Lawsuit 05.05.2026

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.

Biffle Estate Sued For Wrongful Death Over Plane Crash - Attorney and Pilot Weigh In 01.05.2026

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...

Elon Musk Trial, Reclassification of Marijuana and Assisted Dying 28.04.2026

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."

Supreme Court On Lisa Cook, Duke Quarterback Lawsuit, And Minneapolis Subpoenas 23.04.2026

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.

CBP in CLT: The legality of it 23.04.2026

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.

Tariff Refunds, SCOTUS, and Stand Your Ground 21.04.2026

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 G...

Energy Drink Death Lawsuit, Trump & WSJ and Reclaiming An Alligator 14.04.2026

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.

Lawyer Reacts To School Bus Nearly Hit By Train, Driver Arrested 08.04.2026

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".

Tiger Woods DUI Arrest, Uber Assault, Mistaken Identity from AI 30.03.2026

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.

Pool Party Shooting, Mail-In Ballots, And Street Preaching 24.03.2026

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.

Jan. 6th Pipe Bomb Suspect Says He Should Get A Pardon 17.03.2026

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...

Live Nation Settlement And UNC Lawsuit 10.03.2026

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.

Battle Over Transgender ID Law, I-77 Expansion, Laken Riley Lawsuit 03.03.2026

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. 

Ghislaine Maxwell Pleads The Fifth And Haitian Immigration Status 10.02.2026

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.

ICE Chief At Risk Of Contempt Of Court 27.01.2026

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.

Legal Challenges Over DOJ Indictment Of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell 13.01.2026

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.

Latest On Sycamore Brewing Case 15.12.2025

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 ot...

From the White House to the Racetrack: Legal Battles Shaping America 08.12.2025

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.

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