A federal court on Monday decided to dismiss two lawsuits brought by Richard Wershe Jr., formerly known as White Boy Rick, who sued Detroit and federal law enforcement for their alleged roles in his 32-year imprisonment.

Rick Wershe, known as “Whtie Boy Rick” for decades to Metro Detroiters, was being accused of robbery and assault in Miami.

Richard Wershe, a famous former FBI informant turned drug dealer in Michigan, was arrested in Miami for attacking his girlfriend during an argument that stemmed from him saying another woman’s name during sex, officials said.

Richard Wershe, a famous former FBI informant turned drug dealer in Michigan, was arrested in Miami for attacking his girlfriend during an argument that stemmed from him saying another woman’s name during sex, officials said.

Richard Wershe Jr., formerly known as “White Boy Rick,” is set to appear in court Wednesday afternoon to denounce the city of Detroit’s effort to dismiss a civil lawsuit he brought against the city, several Detroit law enforcers and others for their alleged role in his decadeslong imprisonment.

Here are tonight's top stories.

After sitting vacant for years, the Gibraltar Trade Center site in Mount Clemens is set to become a massive cannabis dispensary and a cannabis-based drinks operation.

More than one year after his prison release, Richard Wershe Jr., formerly known as “White Boy Rick,” is launching a cannabis brand.

On Wednesday, supporters of Rudi Gammo, including Rick Wershe Jr., gathered outside the Oakland County courthouse. Gammo is charged with operating a city-sanctioned medical marijuana dispensary in Michigan back in 2018 before voters approved of legalizing adult use of marijuana.

Eminem will play Richard Wershe Jr., known as “White Boy Rick,” in 50 Cent’s upcoming Starz drama based in Detroit.

Richard Wershe Jr. is suing FBI agents, Detroit police and others a year after he was released from prison.

Richard Wershe Jr. is suing FBI agents, Detroit police and others a year after he was released from prison.

Richard Wershe Jr. is suing FBI agents, Detroit police and others a year after he was released from prison.

Richard “White Boy Rick” Wershe Jr. is speaking out for the first time since his release from prison this summer.

In case you missed it, Richard White Boy Rick Wershe Jr. was released earlier this week from a Florida halfway house. Read more: How exactly White Boy Rick became an informant, drug dealer in DetroitWershe was the longest-serving nonviolent juvenile offender in Michigan history. What has changed since 'White Boy Rick' Wershe went to prisionAt age 14, he became the youngest FBI informant ever -- and helped bring down some of Detroits biggest drug dealers. Read more: Historian says White Boy Rick Wershe prison release way overdueWe also have a podcast, Shattered, that delves into the life of Wershe and others, which is most certainly worth a visit -- or a revisit! White Boy Rick, which is season two of Shattered, chronicles Wershes improbable life story.

DETROIT Richard White Boy Rick Wershe Jr. is set to be released from prison on Monday after 32 years behind bars. Wershe was only 14 years old when he was recruited by the FBI in Detroit as a highly-paid, drug-dealing informant. Though the story of White Boy Rick has been well-shared across Metro Detroit for decades, the story also made national headlines over the years. Burstein even served as a consultant for the White Boy Rick film. When you add in the factors of all the mitigating circumstances considering that he was recruited out of eight grade and turned into a drug dealer, the U.S. government actually created the persona that is White Boy Rick, Burnstein added.

DETROIT Heres whats coming up on Local 4 News at Noon:White Boy Rick to be released from prison after 30 yearsWhite Box Rick Wershe will be released from prison Monday after nearly 30 years. He was handed a life sentence for drug dealing when he was just 17 years old.

Richard White Boy Rick Wershe Jr. is now a free man after 32 years behind bars. Richard Wershe Jr.Read more: How White Boy Rick became an informant, drug dealer in DetroitIn 1987, Wershe was arrested for possessing cocaine in excess of eight kilograms. Burstein even served as a consultant for the White Boy Rick film. Watch the full documentary here to learn the story of White Boy Rick.Related: White Boy Rick Wershe Jr. denied clemency in FloridaWhite Boy Rick the Hollywood filmA film based on his life titled White Boy Rick was released Sept. 14, 2018. Matthew McConaughey starred as Richards father, Richard Wershe Sr.Watch: White Boy Rick weighs in on movieMore: Former Detroit hitman wants White Boy Rick to be released from prison

In this video above, you can see Richard Wershe Jr., a.k.a. White Boy Rick, behind the prison gate using a sheet to hide his face after his release from prison. In the video, Wershe is sitting in the back seat of a BMW sport utility vehicle. He was then transferred to a Florida prison because of a crime he committed while behind bars in Michigan. Read more: White Boy Rick Wershe Jr. to return to Metro Detroit after release

DETROIT White Boy Rick Wershe, imprisoned for selling drugs as a teenager more than 30 years ago, was released Monday. VIDEO: Richard Wershe Jr. leaves Florida prisonAttorney Ralph Musilli has fought for Wershes freedom for years. When officials didnt need him anymore, he sold drugs and became known as White Boy Rick.FULL COVERAGE: The story of White Boy RickHe got caught dealing drugs and was sentenced to life in prison, but after 30 years, he was released. Wershe spent additional time in a Florida prison for committing felonies behind bars. Former FBI agent John Anthony told Local 4 that Wershe helped expose police corruption and got a raw deal.

DETROIT Rick Wershe went to jail a teenager and just Monday, he left a halfway house a full-grown man in his early 50s. After 32 years, Wershe is a free man. Wershe was nailed with a life sentence for drug dealing when he was just 17. Local 4s Steve Garagiola has a look at some of the biggest changes that have taken place in the world since Wershe was locked up. Read more: How White Boy Rick became an informant, drug dealer in DetroitRelated: The story of White Boy Rick enters new chapter -- hes out of prison MondayComplete Coverage: White Boy RickFor more, check out our podcast: Listen to Shattered: White Boy Rick

DETROIT Richard White Boy Rick Wershe Jr. has waited a long time for this day. Read more: How White Boy Rick became an informant, drug dealer in DetroitYoung Rick worked his way into a major Detroit drug ring run by a man named Johnny Curry. After nearly 30 years in prison, the man known as White Boy Rick was granted parole. READ: Emotional White Boy Rick Wershe overwhelmed with joy after parole decisionHowever, prison time was not over for Wershe. Related: The story of White Boy Rick enters new chapter -- hes out of prison MondayIf youd like to take a deep dive into the twisting tale of Rick Wershe, check out the podcast series Shattered: White Boy Rick.

Richard White Boy Rick Wershe Jr. is now set to be released from a Florida halfway house on Monday, July 20. Richard Wershe Jr. mugshot for Florida Department of Corrections (Florida Department of Corrections)The story of White Boy Rick'Wershe was the longest-serving nonviolent juvenile offender in Michigan history. Richard Wershe Jr.Read more: How White Boy Rick became an informant, drug dealer in DetroitIn 1987, Wershe was arrested for possessing cocaine in excess of eight kilograms. Read more: White Boy Rick Wershe Jr. to return to Metro Detroit after releaseRelated: White Boy Rick Wershe Jr. denied clemency in FloridaWhite Boy Rick the Hollywood filmA film based on his life titled White Boy Rick was released Sept. 14, 2018. Matthew McConaughey starred as Richards father, Richard Wershe Sr.Watch: White Boy Rick weighs in on movieMore: Former Detroit hitman wants White Boy Rick to be released from prison

The story of 'White Boy Rick'Published: July 17, 2020, 1:55 pmLocal 4 investigative offers a special documentary report on the life of Rick Wershe, Jr., aka White Boy Rick, an infamous figure in Detroit's drug scene in the 1980s. At 14, Rick Wershe, Jr. became the youngest FBI informant ever and helped bring down some of Detroit's biggest drug dealers. But then he became a drug dealer himself, crossed powerful city leaders, and ended up in prison for the past three decades.

Richard White Boy Rick Wershe Jr. is now set to be released from a Florida halfway house on Monday, July 20. Richard Wershe Jr.Read more: How White Boy Rick became an informant, drug dealer in DetroitIn 1987, Wershe was arrested for possessing cocaine in excess of eight kilograms. He was then transferred to a Florida prison because of a crime he committed while behind bars in Michigan. Related: White Boy Rick Wershe Jr. denied clemency in FloridaWhite Boy Rick the Hollywood filmA film based on his life titled White Boy Rick was released Sept. 14, 2018. Matthew McConaughey starred as Richards father, Richard Wershe Sr.Watch: White Boy Rick weighs in on movieMore: Former Detroit hitman wants White Boy Rick to be released from prison

DETROIT According his attorney, Richard White Boy Rick Wershe Jr. will be returning to Metro Detroit -- the place where Wershe said he got caught up, set up and taken down. I am not White Boy Rick, Wershe said. He has a good support group here and he is finally ready get back into the real world.Musilli made it clear that Wershe is returning to Metro Detroit, but not to Detroit. Read more: How White Boy Rick became an informant, drug dealer in DetroitJohn Anthony was with the FBI at the time. He did a great service of ferreting out corruption in the Detroit Police Department.Related: The story of White Boy Rick enters new chapter -- hes out of prison MondayMusilli described how he expects Mondays release to go.

DETROIT Richard White Boy Rick Wershe Jr. is now set to be released from a Florida halfway house July 20. Wershe was originally scheduled to be released from a Florida prison on April 20, 2021. Related: 'White Boy' Rick Wershe Jr. denied clemency in FloridaWershe is being housed at the Transition House in Kissimmee, Fla. after spending nearly three decades behind bars in Michigan as a nonviolent drug offender. Complete Coverage: White Boy RickWhy does Wershe owe time in Florida? If you don't take this plea, we are going to arrest your mom and your sister,'" Wershe said.

DETROIT Richard White Boy Rick Wershe Jr. is now set to be released from a Florida halfway house July 20. Wershe was originally scheduled to be released from a Florida prison on April 20, 2021. Related: 'White Boy' Rick Wershe Jr. denied clemency in FloridaWershe is being housed at the Transition House in Kissimmee, Fla. after spending nearly three decades behind bars in Michigan as a nonviolent drug offender. Complete Coverage: White Boy RickWhy does Wershe owe time in Florida? If you don't take this plea, we are going to arrest your mom and your sister,'" Wershe said.

Rick says the reason he’s been languishing in prison for so long has a lot to do with one man, Gil Hill. Hill was the head the Detroit Police Department’s Homicide Unit and he also played the part of a cop in the Beverly Hills Cop trilogy. Listen to “White Boy Rick, Chapter 6 -- Inspector Todd" here:

DETROIT – Richard "White Boy Rick" Wershe Jr. is now set to be released from prison on Aug. 17, 2020. Wershe was originally scheduled to be released from Florida prison on April 20, 2021. The release date was moved to Christmas Day, Dec. 25, 2020, and now has been moved up even further. Related: 'White Boy' Rick Wershe Jr. denied clemency in FloridaIf he continues his good behavior behind bars, Wershe can get that Aug. 17, 2020 release date moved up even further. He was booked in at the Florida prison in September 2017.

EAST PALAKATA, Fla. – Richard Wershe Jr., known as "White Boy Rick," has been denied clemency by a Florida court. Wershe Jr. has been behind bars in Florida since being granted parole by the Michigan Parole Board back in 2017. In a letter to Wershe Jr.'s attorney, dated March 27, the Executive Clemency Board said it has denied the request for commutation of sentence. Before the clemency hearing in March, Wershe Jr. was scheduled to be released on Oct. 26, 2020, according to the Florida Department of Corrections. He was released from the Oaks Correction Facility in Michigan in April 2017 and turned over to U.S.

This article is related to WDIV's Shattered Podcast, Season 2, which tells the story of "White Boy" Rick Wershe Jr's life from a drug informant to being granted parole. Rick Wershe Jr. had been making inroads with the Curry brothers in the early-to-mid 80s as an FBI informant. When he was 14 years-old, Rick Wershe, Jr. became one of the youngest FBI informants in American history. Hosted by WDIV investigative reporter, Kevin Dietz, Shattered: White Boy Rick chronicles Wershe's improbable life story. Related: The Story of White Boy Rick

The Hollywood movie tells a part of it, but the real story of Richard Wershe Jr. has much more to it. On Thursday, Local 4 aired a special chronicling the real story of Wershe, a.k.a. "White Boy Rick." You can watch it above. For more, read here.

This article is related to WDIV's Shattered Podcast, Season 2, which tells the story of "White Boy" Rick Wershe Jr's life from a drug informant to being granted parole. Wershe Jr. had to find a way to gain the trust of one of Detroit's most powerful families. At the top of their organization was Big Man Leo Curry and his twin brother, Little Man Johnny Curry. As soon as I dropped Johnny Curry, I know Little Man Curry, they'd be like, "Oh okay, here you go." When he was 14 years-old, Rick Wershe, Jr. became one of the youngest FBI informants in American history.

Two FBI agents (played by Jennifer Jason Leigh and Rory Cochrane) pay Richard Sr. a visit one day, trying to get him to give some info about the people he sells guns to. Aesthetically, “White Boy Rick” is a spiritual sister to “The Fighter”). Demange gives a real sense of place and time in “White Boy Rick,” from the homes and the cars to the clubs and the glorious neon “Skate & Roll” sign outside one of their regular gathering spots. McConaughey is so good and emotionally affecting as Richard Sr., in both vulnerable and tough moments, that it might even catch you off guard. “White Boy Rick,” a Columbia Pictures release, is rated R by the Motion Picture Association of America for “language throughout, drug content, violence, some sexual references, and brief nudity.” Running time: 110 minutes.

This article is related to WDIV's Shattered Podcast, Season 2, which tells the story of "White Boy" Rick Wershe Jr's life from a drug informant to being granted parole. Listen to the podcast hereRick Wershe Jr., otherwise known as "White Boy Rick," was not always a drug dealing FBI informant. said Rick Wershe Jr. Hosted by WDIV investigative reporter, Kevin Dietz, Shattered: White Boy Rick chronicles Wershe's improbable life story. Related: The Story of White Boy Rick

The second season of WDIV's "Shattered" podcast series is now available. "Shattered Presents: White Boy Rick" is an eight-episode podcast series detailing the life of Richard Wershe Jr.At 14, Rick Wershe Jr. became the youngest FBI informant ever and helped bring down some of Detroit's biggest drug dealers. Then the FBI abandoned him, and he became the dealer, until being busted with eight kilos of cocaine. Wershe has been in prison ever since. The series features extensive interviews with Wershe, former drug bosses, law enforcement officials, legal professionals, family and friends of Wershe, as well as an exclusive interview with Academy Award winning actor, Matthew McConaughey, who plays the part of Richard Wershe, Sr. in the new film, White Boy Rick.