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Federal agents arrest former CNN anchor Don Lemon in LA. The LAPD will not enforce mask bans for federal agents. Murders in the city of LA are at their lowest levels in nearly six decades. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
Jennifer Shaffer is a medium/intuitive who works with members of law enforcement nationwide, including agents from the FBI, NYPD and LAPD. We met ten years ago and began a conversation that has continued undaunted onto this podcast. I'm a filmmaker, author who has written 13 books about the afterlife, Jennifer and I met up ten years ago and have been meeting weekly ever since. We have four books together BACKSTAGE PASS TO THE FLIPSIDE 1, 2, 3 and TUNING INTO THE AFTERLIFE. Jennifer has been instrumental in helping me to get information from people offstage - including #AmeliaEarhart and the book #SheWasNeverLost - the Amelia Earhart saga. In today's podcast we talk to someone that Jennifer didn't know when he was on the planet, but has met and works with members of his family. In our podcast, he refers to someone who saw him many years ago - someone whom I knew who worked with him. Upon further reflection, I'm not sure if he was referring to my friend or not - but either way, I knew who Jennifer was referring to. Steve wanted to speak about AI - and argue that it's not something to fear but something that will enhance the ability of people to think at a faster rate. We talked about the value and pitfalls of that - and he's arguing that people can use it as a tool that it's meant to be used as. I asked some questions about #Parkinsons (and the show "Shrinking which had an episode about it) as well as my old USC professor the late Coleman Hough who had Parkinsons and appears in the film HACKING THE AFTERLIFE where it vanishes during her six hour interview. We talked about how that is or why that happened, and then talk about the idea that "filters on the brain" (see Dr. Greysons book AFTER pg 125 or DIVINE COUNCILS IN THE AFTERLIFE for a discussion of the research into filters on the brain) might be something to examine, look into as science tries to cure Parkinsons. We reiterate we're asking questions, not giving any medical advice - not medical advice is implied or suggested or given. However, when talking about the brain and the research involved with looking for "filters on the brain" and how it is that Jennifer's brain is in a "delta state" during her sessions (as proven by MRI's that she has done on camera, and the same results were demonstrated via Dr. Drew and Tyler Henry's MRIs.) That people who do this kind of mediumship MAY BE stepping past those filters - and that doing so on a daily basis may help or heal parts of the brain. That's the general discussion and we do these discussions to inspire people to do their own. Hope this helps.
Todays Mystery: Joe Friday and Ben Romero investigate the disappeared of a widower, who recently lost his wife.Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 1, 1951Originating from HollywoodStarred: Jack Webb as Sergeant Joe Friday, Barton Yarborough as Sergeant Ben RomeroSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Neil, Patreon supporter since September 2016Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey…http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call 208-991-4783Become one of our friends on Facebook.Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter@radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.
Slade Douglas and Thomas Lucas join the Bullpen to talk about the $6.8M suit victory against the LAPD after they abused Douglas during an unlawful arrest. Host: Dr. Rashad Richey (@IndisputableTYT) Bullpen Guest: Slade Douglas & Thomas Lucas *** SUBSCRIBE on YOUTUBE ☞ https://www.youtube.com/IndisputableTYT FOLLOW US ON: FACEBOOK ☞ https://www.facebook.com/IndisputableTYT TWITTER ☞ https://www.twitter.com/IndisputableTYT INSTAGRAM ☞ https://www.instagram.com/IndisputableTYT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
(January 29, 2026) Host of ‘How to Money’ Joel Larsgaard joins the show to discuss bigger tax refunds this year, $3 dinners, and the California billionaire tax. Canada to report killing over 100,000 people with physician-assisted suicide… how does that compare to US? LAPD would delete nearly 12MIL body camera videos under proposal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week we will talk about a woman who should still be alive. Sherri Rasmussen was 29 years old. By the time she hit her late 20s, she was the director of nursing at Glendale Adventist Medical Center. She would meet a feller named John Ruetten at a party in June 1984. Sherri and John, married and were living the dream in a small house in a quiet neighborhood in Los Angeles, California. Listen to day's episode to hear about how the rage and jealousy of one of John's former lovers lead to the brutal murder of Sherri Rasmussen. Sources:ABC News. “Stephanie Lazarus Convicted in 1986 Murder of Ex-Boyfriend's Wife.” ABC News, 8 Mar. 2012.CNN. “Former LAPD Detective Sentenced in 1986 Murder of Love Rival.” CNN, 28 May 2016.Dateline NBC. “Badge of Betrayal.” NBC News, NBCUniversal, 2016.Forensic Files. “Badge of Betrayal.” HLN, 2016.Los Angeles Police Department. Cold Case Unit Public Statements on the Sherri Rasmussen Homicide. LAPD, Los Angeles, CA.People Magazine. “Woman Who Killed Love Rival After Becoming Cop Finally Admits Guilt.” People, 11 May 2016.Rubin, Joel. “Stephanie Lazarus Sentenced to 27 Years to Life in Sherri Rasmussen Killing.” Los Angeles Times, 28 May 2016.Rubin, Joel. “Cold Case Reopened with DNA Evidence Leads to Arrest of LAPD Detective.” Los Angeles Times, 2012–2016, series coverage.People of the State of California v. Stephanie Lazarus. Los Angeles County Superior Court, Case No. BA370212.
In Minneapolis, Trump walked into a trap designed by California union activists and perfected in their bloody showdown with the Los Angeles Police Department in 1990: Provoke law enforcement into violent behavior, broadcast the images, and win political concessions. In other news: Trump uses his bully pulpit to beat up Newsom on gasoline prices and wildfire relief. The Atlantic concludes Newsom's record of failed governance won't work with a national audience. Bonus tracks! Lance Christensen reviews Newsom's record of failure on K–12 education, and Edward Ring says the U.S. Drought Monitor's California reports have been wrong for 25 years. Music by Metalachi.Email Us:dbahnsen@thebahnsengroup.comwill@calpolicycenter.orgFollow Us:@DavidBahnsen@WillSwaim@TheRadioFreeCAShow Notes:When police beat janitors -- but janitors won justiceThey'll always have Davos: When Donald Hung Out With GavinGavin Newsom's Record Is a Problem (The Atlantic)Trump signs executive order for feds to take over LA's ‘nightmare' wildfire rebuild in huge boost for victimsTrump vows to drive down California's sky-high gas prices to $2.50, blames Dems for tacking on enormous taxesGavin Newsom's Big Ambulance ScamNewsom plans no new journalism funding despite $175-million funding deal with GoogleThe California Post heralds a new era for The Golden State — we will fearlessly tell you the stories that really matterKamala Harris's Presidential Campaign Was Run by a Bunch of LunaticsJosh Shapiro Writes That Harris Team Asked if He Had Ever Been an Israeli AgentScott Wiener changes course, calls war in Gaza ‘genocide' as House race kicks offCalifornia husband sues McDonald's after ‘vagrant' kills his wife in drive-thruL.A. homeless services fraud suspect spent millions on luxury lifestyle, authorities chargeRick Caruso, a Los Angeles Billionaire, Will Not Run for Office This YearCalifornia Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta opts against running for governor. AgainDon't Be Fooled: San Jose's Matt Mahan is No ModerateTom Steyer gets a sparkLance Christensen and Sheridan Karras on Newsom's education failures Newsom's Education Legacy: Rising Costs, Declining PerformanceInsolvency by summer still threatens Sacramento school district, budget chief saysSacramento: Charter school renewal denied by Sacramento school district. What comes next?Entrance exams to end for Sac City elementary schools after mandate from stateEdward Ring and Marc Joffe on the U.S. Drought MonitorStatistical review of the United States Drought MonitorCalifornia is free of all drought, dryness for first time in 25 years. Inside the remarkable turnaroundGavin Newsom on the Drought Monitor's report Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Breaking developments in the D4VD investigation. Neo Langston, the 23-year-old Twitch streamer known as NeoTheAsian, was arrested at his mother's Montana home Thursday and transported to Los Angeles. He's now in custody at LAPD's Metropolitan Detention Center on $60,000 bail, charged with felony failure to appear as a witness.This arrest comes as a grand jury continues hearing testimony in the death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez. The 15-year-old's dismembered body was found in D4VD's impounded Tesla last September. Prosecutors reportedly believe D4VD was involved and are pushing for murder charges. The grand jury is expected to continue through February 2026.Neo's arrest follows a pattern of witness problems. In December, prosecutor Beth Silverman had to threaten a body attachment order to force a female witness to testify after she failed to appear. D4VD's manager Robert Morgenroth testified for days and was overheard saying he didn't call police because his job was to keep the tour going.Investigators have also identified a second suspect who may have been present during a mysterious late-night trip D4VD allegedly took to Santa Barbara County last spring — a trip sources believe involved Celeste's body.D4VD has not been arrested or charged. Neo is charged only with failure to appear. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty.#TrueCrimeToday #D4VD #NeoLangston #CelesteRivas #BreakingNews #GrandJury #TrueCrime #CelesteRivasHernandez #LAPD #JusticeForCelesteJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872This publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.
Ken sent four articles to Google's NotebookLM for this special AI generated episode about the spiraling LAPD hiring emergency with the Olympics arring in 2028.
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They found him at his mother's house in Helena, Montana. Neo Langston — Twitch streamer, content creator, and close friend of D4VD — was arrested Thursday on a felony warrant for failing to appear as a witness. By Friday night, he was booked into LAPD's Metropolitan Detention Center on $60,000 bail.The unit that tracked him down? LAPD Robbery-Homicide — the same division investigating the death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez. The 15-year-old's remains were discovered in D4VD's Tesla last September, dismembered and decomposing, one day after what would have been her birthday.Neo isn't the only witness giving prosecutors problems. A female witness went into hiding in December and had to be threatened with arrest. D4VD's manager testified that his priority was the tour — not calling police. And D4VD himself hasn't said a word since the body was identified.Investigators have reportedly identified a second suspect involved "before, during, and after" Celeste's death. Tesla data allegedly shows two people present during a late-night trip to remote Santa Barbara County last spring. The question now: Is Neo that second suspect, or just a witness who knows too much?D4VD has not been charged. Neo faces only failure to appear charges. All individuals are presumed innocent. But the pattern is clear — everyone around David Anthony Burke is either silent, running, or being dragged into court.#HiddenKillers #D4VD #NeoLangston #CelesteRivas #TrueCrime #GrandJury #LAPD #CelesteRivasHernandez #NeoTheAsian #JusticeForCelesteJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872This publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.
Ronald Young Jr. reviews Mercy by himself… RYJ wonders why he's in a theater watching this instead of cozy on his couch…RYJ - 3 of 5 starsFollow me on IG, TikTok, Threads, Bluesky, and Letterbxd - @ohitsbigronAvailable in theatersStarring Chris Pratt and Rebecca FergusonWritten by Marco van BelleDirected by Timur BekmambetovFor more information about Mercy, check out this linkSupport Leaving The Theater on Patreon using this link
Update: Don Lemon hits back at Trump admin after judge denies effort to charge him. Update: Black Army veteran awarded $6.8 million after being abused by the LAPD. ICE agents grab a five-year-old boy and use him as bait. Host: Dr. Rashad Richey (@IndisputableTYT) Co-Host: Jamie Lowe *** SUBSCRIBE on YOUTUBE ☞ https://www.youtube.com/IndisputableTYT FOLLOW US ON: FACEBOOK ☞ https://www.facebook.com/IndisputableTYT TWITTER ☞ https://www.twitter.com/IndisputableTYT INSTAGRAM ☞ https://www.instagram.com/IndisputableTYT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
50 Cent (Curtis Jackson) is the executive producer of a new, multi-part Netflix documentary about Sean "Diddy" Combs, titled "Sean Combs: The Reckoning," which examines Diddy's career, controversies, and recent legal issues, featuring exclusive footage from leading up to his arrest. 50 Cent stated he stepped up to produce it because no one else in hip-hop would, aiming to address the culture's silence despite his long-standing feud with Combs Early Career & Origins: The episode details Combs' origins in Harlem/Mount Vernon and how he transformed into "Puff Daddy," focusing on his early work as an intern and talent scout at Uptown Records.The City College Stampede: The documentary explores the tragic events of a 1991 charity basketball event at the College of the City of New York, organized by Combs and Heavy D, which resulted in the deaths of nine people in a stampede. The series implicates Combs' negligence and push for more attendees in the tragedy.Founding Bad Boy Records: Following his firing from Uptown Records, the episode covers Combs' co-founding of Bad Boy Records and the signing of The Notorious B.I.G. (Christopher Wallace), which launched the label into prominence.Early Allegations: The episode introduces early, disturbing allegations, including Joi Dickerson-Neal's claim that in 1991, Combs drugged and raped her, filmed the assault, and showed the footage to others at his partiesBad Boy vs. Death Row: The episode details how Sean Combs' Bad Boy Records flourished, creating intense competition with Suge Knight's Death Row Records, culminating in the East Coast/West Coast hip-hop feud.Tupac & Biggie Murders: It explores the lingering questions surrounding the murders of Tupac and Biggie, featuring insights from the former LAPD detectives who handled their cases.Allegations of Violence & Bribery: The docuseries examines past incidents, including a 1995 shooting where Combs allegedly tried to bribe someone to take the blame for a gun, and allegations from Keffe D (related to Tupac's murder) about Combs offering money for deaths.The 1991 Stampede: The documentary revisits the tragic 1991 basketball event at City College, where a stampede led to nine deaths, questioning Combs' responsibility for poor planning and insurance issues, notes Netflix.Combs' Own Footage: The series uses extensive personal footage of Combs, showing him documenting his life, as he strategizes with legal teams amidst new accusations, even as he faces the consequences of the recent hotel assault videoSean Combs: The Reckoning Episode 3, "Official Girl," focuses on Combs' post-Biggie era, linking his skyrocketing fame with alleged abusive relationships, particularly with his artists and partners like Kim Porter, and introducing disturbing sex performance claims from former sex worker Clayton Howard, while exploring his potential role in the Tupac/Biggie murders alongside Keefe D's allegations and how Combs allegedly profited from the chaos
The 2028 LA Olympic Games were initially promised to be no-cost to taxpayers. However, the Los Angeles Police Department requested nearly $100 million from the city for additional resources to police the games. LAist reporter Libby Rainey tells us what’s in LAPD’s request, how this could impact the city budget, and what it means for your tax dollars. Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradise Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.
The 2028 LA Olympic Games were initially promised to be no-cost to taxpayers. However, the Los Angeles Police Department requested nearly $100 million from the city for additional resources to police the games. LAist reporter Libby Rainey tells us what’s in LAPD’s request, how this could impact the city budget, and what it means for your tax dollars. Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradise Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.
The 2028 LA Olympic Games were initially promised to be no-cost to taxpayers. However, the Los Angeles Police Department requested nearly $100 million from the city for additional resources to police the games. LAist reporter Libby Rainey tells us what’s in LAPD’s request, how this could impact the city budget, and what it means for your tax dollars. Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradise Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.
The 2028 LA Olympic Games were promised to be no-cost to taxpayers. However, the Los Angeles Police Department requested nearly $100 million from the city for additional resources to police the games. LAist reporter Libby Rainey tells us what’s in LAPD’s request, how this could impact the city budget, and what it means for your tax dollars. Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradise Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.Support LAist Today: https://LAist.com/join
The show kicks off with a look at the latest SpaceX launch and whether rocket launches are must-watch events now. We also celebrate Dolly Parton turning 80 and get into a candid conversation about getting work done — injectables, plastic surgery, and what people would (or absolutely wouldn’t) change. Hollywood takes center stage with the Oscar nominations, including a big moment for our buddy Paul Thomas Anderson, who earns 13 nominations for One Battle After Another, including Best Director. We break down the Academy Awards’ first-ever Achievement in Casting category, where each casting director also saw their actors land lead nominations. Plus, a serious local issue emerges as the Larchmont neighborhood grapples with an ongoing prostitution problem. The hour wraps with a major law enforcement update as LAPD arrests members of an international theft ring, uncovering a sophisticated operation with global ties. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The 2028 LA Olympic Games were initially promised to be no-cost to taxpayers. However, the Los Angeles Police Department requested nearly $100 million from the city for additional resources to police the games. LAist reporter Libby Rainey tells us what’s in LAPD’s request, how this could impact the city budget, and what it means for your tax dollars. Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradise Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.
The 2028 LA Olympic Games were initially promised to be no-cost to taxpayers. However, the Los Angeles Police Department requested nearly $100 million from the city for additional resources to police the games. LAist reporter Libby Rainey tells us what’s in LAPD’s request, how this could impact the city budget, and what it means for your tax dollars. Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradise Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.
Todays Mystery: A string of supermarket robberies rocks Los Angeles.Original Radio Broadcast Date: October 25, 1951Originating from HollywoodStarred: Jack Webb as Sergeant Joe Friday, Barton Yarborough as Sergeant Ben Romero, Herb ButterfieldSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day:John, Patreon supporter since September 2015Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey…http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call 208-991-4783Become one of our friends on Facebook.Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter@radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.
With Los Angeles consisting of nearly 4 million people, more than 400 residents are assigned to each LAPD officer, who works for a department that has an annual budget of about $2 billion. During the fires last year, an estimated more than 25% of emergency response equipment was broken. All this begs the question: What […]
LAPD officials say the department is now cleared to hire 410 new recruits as it works to rebuild staffing levels across the city. Brooklyn Beckham Feud & SpaceX Launch Brooklyn Beckham is confirming reports of a family feud, a move that has PR experts cringing as they urge David and Victoria Beckham to stay silent. Plus, a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket is set to launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base, carrying 25 Starlink satellites into orbit—an event that could trigger sonic booms across parts of California’s Central Coast. Are Dogs Getting Smarter? New research and viral videos are raising the question: are dogs actually getting smarter, or are humans just finally paying attention? Hungover Driving Debate Is driving while hungover just as dangerous as driving drunk? We break down what the science and safety experts have to say. If you want these tighter, funnier, or more provocative for radio delivery, I can punch them up. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
LA City Council writes a check to hire more police officers. A pair of Metro votes could re-shape public transportation for decades to come. The Oscar nominations have set records. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
When the robbery becomes frustrating, Larry Phillips begins the North Hollywood Shootout. Officers in multiple locations withstand gunfire from illegally modified fully automatic assault rifles and they struggle to fight back with the handguns and shotguns. Civilians and officers suffer injuries; the LAPD rushes to respond to the threat; and the robbers begin their getaway. Thanks to our sponsor, Quince! Use this link for Free Shipping and 365-day returns: Quince.com/InfamousAmerica Thanks to our sponsor, Rocket Money! Use this link to start saving today: RocketMoney.com/InfamousA Join Black Barrel+ for ad-free episodes and bingeable seasons: blackbarrel.supportingcast.fm/join Apple users join Black Barrel+ for ad-free episodes, bingeable seasons and bonus episodes. Click the Black Barrel+ banner on Apple to get started with a 3-day free trial. On YouTube, subscribe to INFAMOUS+ for ad-free episodes and bingeable seasons: hit “Join” on the Legends YouTube homepage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With Los Angeles consisting of nearly 4 million people, more than 400 residents are assigned to each LAPD officer, which has an annual budget of about $2 billion. During the fires last year, an estimated more than 25% of emergency response equipment was broken. All this begs the question: What happens to a neighborhood when it has become irrelevant to the city it is in? Answer: They should start exploring de-annexing and fusion safety models for more cost-efficient emergency response services, argues Elaine Culotti in this special video commentary for The Daily Signal.
The LAPD’s most famous cold case, the Black Dahlia, has haunted headlines for generations, and a renewed wave of speculation now argues she was killed by the same person who later called himself the Zodiac. In this episode of "Zone 7," Sheryl McCollum is joined by forensic pathologist Dr. Priya Banerjee and forensic psychologist Dr. Joni Johnston to put that theory to the test. They argue Elizabeth Short’s murder reads as intimate and rage-driven, marked by postmortem mutilation and staging, while the Zodiac attacks appear cold and more mission-oriented, closer to an execution than a personal assault. They also clarify the difference between modus operandi and psychological signature, explain why signatures do not just “cool off” over decades, and urge civilians and investigators alike to test assumptions, scrutinize claims, and bring in smarter minds when the facts demand it. Guest Bios: Dr. Priya Banerjee is a board-certified forensic pathologist with extensive experience in death investigation, clinical forensics, and courtroom testimony. A John’s Hopkins graduate, she served for over a decade as Rhode Island’s state medical examiner and now leads a private forensic pathology practice. Dr. Joni Johnston is a forensic psychologist, private investigator, and crime writer. Her work includes prison and parole settings, court-related forensic services, workplace misconduct investigations, parole evaluations for mentally disordered offenders, and expert testimony in criminal and civil cases. About the Host Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an active crime scene investigator for a Metro Atlanta Police Department and the director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute, which partners with colleges and universities nationwide. With more than 4 decades of experience, she has worked on thousands of cold cases using her investigative system, The Last 24/361, which integrates evidence, media, and advanced forensic testing. Her work on high-profile cases, including the Boston Strangler, Natalie Holloway, Tupac Shakur and the Moore’s Ford Bridge lynching, led to her Emmy Award for "CSI: Atlanta" and induction into the National Law Enforcement Hall of Fame in 2023. Social Links: X: @149Zone7 Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum Instagram: @officialzone7podcast Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com Enjoying Zone 7? Leave a rating and review where you listen to podcasts. Your feedback helps others find the show and supports the mission to educate, engage, and inspire. Preorder Sheryl’s upcoming book, "Swans Don’t Swim in a Sewer: Lessons in Life, Justice, and Joy from a Forensic Scientist," releasing May 2026 from Simon and Schuster. Highlights: • (0:00) Sheryl McCollum frames the Black Dahlia and Zodiac question, and why “same killer” theories require disciplined testing • (1:15) The Zodiac’s moniker, symbols, and ciphers as behavioral evidence through public messaging • (2:45) Dr. Joni Johnston on why the Black Dahlia reads as personal, targeted violence rather than opportunistic killing • (4:15) Modus operandi versus signature behavior, and where true crime narratives often blur the line • (5:45) Antemortem versus postmortem behavior, and how that distinction changes scene interpretation • (7:00) Why signature tends to remain stable over time, even when method or opportunity shifts • (8:00) What autopsy findings and scene details can suggest about intent • (15:00) Facial carving as humiliation, defacement, and control, and what that suggests about motive • (18:15) Tattoo removal and insertion framed as symbolic degradation • (20:15) Escalation narratives and control needs, testing patterns against a “same offender” theory • (27:00) BTK comparison, and why taunting and offender messaging are not unique identifiers • (31:45) Timeline gaps and intent differences as evidence against a single-offender theory • (33:00) Closing quote and final takeaway on evidence, teamwork, and disciplined disagreement See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
LAPD wants almost $100 million dollars to police the 2028 Olympics, so how does that fly with promises the games will be "no cost?" Why California's two senators say they're alarmed after a visit to the state's largest ICE detention facility. And the historic L.A landmark that will become the cultural hub for "El Tri" during the FIFA World Cup. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
Former law enforcement officer and Army veteran Slade Douglas joins Dr. Nii-Quartelai Quartey in the studio to tell the story of his police brutality lawsuit against the city of Los Angeles and the LAPD, which recently awarded him $6.8 million.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
Send us a textChange your identity and your world changes back. That sounds bold, but as we unpack how growth reshapes friendships, marriage, parenting, and career, the pattern becomes impossible to ignore. We trace the arc from a tight-knit LAPD circle—poker nights, sports, familiar routines—to the decision to pursue coaching, health, and leadership. The shift wasn't about superiority; it was about alignment. When the goals diverged, the invites slowed, and the “no's” increased. That distance felt strange at first, then honest. And that honesty freed us to find rooms that matched our future.We talk about the art of not making anyone the villain. Language matters: interests diverged rather than people abandoned us. That reframing keeps the door open for curiosity. Sometimes old friends circle back with questions when they see the steady results—better energy, stronger relationships, purpose-driven work. We also lean into the 50-50 principle: real growth includes friction and uncertainty. Expect it, work with it, and it becomes a compass rather than a roadblock.At home, the story gets personal. Leading by example beat pressure and persuasion. A simple offer to train together sparked shared momentum, from early fitness wins to building a business side by side. The ripple reached our teenager, who chose discipline—reading in the morning, workouts, identity habits—without being told. That's the power of proximity: identity change is contagious. We wrap with practical reflection prompts to surface your own turning points and highlight how new opportunities—mentors, sponsorships, coaching roles—often appear after you start showing up differently.Subscribe, share this with someone on the edge of change, and drop a comment with one relationship that shifted because you did.If you're hungry for real transformation and want community to match your pace, we invite you to explore our short video on becoming a high-impact coach, covering both the inner game and the external systems that sustain performance. Interested becoming a High Impact Coach? The High Impact Mastery Academy by Modern Leadership Coaching helps you: Serve Your Clients Better Accelerate Client Progress Stand Out as a Certified Coach Join the waitlist today:https://www.modernleadership.us/mastery
Dragnet was created and produced by Jack Webb, who also starred as Sergeant Joe Friday. His goal was to create a show that was realistic, so he attended police academy classes and did ride-alongs with the Los Angeles Police Department as part of his research. The cases in the shows were based on actual cases handled by the LAPD. Dragnet was broadcast on NBC radio stations from 1949 to 1957. It overlapped with its TV version which ran from 1951 to 1959 in black and white, and was brought back to TV in color from 1967 to 1970. “Big Lift” aired on April 27, 1954. As always, please don't believe the cigarette ads.
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Rob Reiner's own words haunt this case. Experts repeatedly told the family that Nick was "lying or manipulating them." Eighteen rehab stays. Years of interventions. A fortune spent on dual-diagnosis treatment. And still, his parents couldn't figure out when to believe their son. Now a jury has to solve the puzzle they never could.Nick Reiner reportedly admits he killed his parents. He's not denying it. But according to TMZ sources, he doesn't understand why he's in jail. He allegedly believes his incarceration is part of a conspiracy against him. That's either genuine psychosis or the foundation of an insanity defense being laid in public before trial begins.The TMZ documentary "The Reiner Murders: What Really Happened" revealed critical details. Nick's schizoaffective medication was changed about a month before the murders because he complained about weight gain. Sources say the medication still isn't working properly in jail. When his family paid for treatment facilities, Nick would only stay 30 days — enough time to detox, not enough to treat the underlying illness.Retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer breaks down Nick's post-offense behavior. After the alleged killings, he checked into a Santa Monica hotel. The following night, he was wandering near USC. What does that pattern reveal about his mental state? Coffindaffer also examines why LAPD sought a court order to seal the autopsy reports and what investigators might be protecting.The murder weapon has not been found. The case won't see a courtroom for at least two years. The surviving Reiner siblings reportedly oppose the death penalty. Prosecutor Habib Balian — the man who handled the Menendez brothers and Robert Durst — is leading the prosecution.Nick Reiner is clearly mentally ill. The question is whether that illness explains the murders or whether he's spent decades learning exactly how to use it.#NickReiner #RobReiner #MicheleReiner #InsanityDefense #Schizoaffective #FBI #JenniferCoffindaffer #HiddenKillers #TrueCrime #ReinerCaseJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872This publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.
In this installment of The Screening Room, Zeth is talking about the 1997 film ‘L.A. Confidential,' Curtis Hanson's adaptation of the James Ellroy novel that made stars out of Russell Crowe and Guy Pearce. He gets into the challenges of filming an Ellroy book, as well as the real-life “Bloody Christmas” debacle in 1951 that led to the first ever criminal convictions for excessive force against the LAPD. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Since an ICE agent shot and killed Renee Good in Minneapolis, President Trump and MAGA have labeled her a “domestic terrorist” and come up with one reason after another to justify her death. This week Alex interviews Michel Moore, the former Chief of Police for the Los Angeles Police Department, to hear how law enforcement is interpreting the event. Then she speaks to The Bulwark's Tim Miller to question the parallel realities Americans seem to be living in, despite ample video footage, and even in cases of life and death. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Today's Mystery: Joe Friday and Ben Romero hunt for safe burglars targeting local churches.Original Radio Broadcast Date: October 18, 1951Originating from HollywoodStarring: Jack Webb as Sergeant Joe Friday; Barton Yarborough as Sergeant Ben Romero; Herb Butterfield; Stacy HarrisSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: James, Patreon supporter since April 2016.Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.
Adam Barnard speaks to star of the upcoming film "Night Patrol", Jermaine Fowler! Adam and Jermaine talk about the film, working with Justin Long, the subtext of the film, and his in-depth training to get inside the world of the LAPD and the gangs of LA.Special thanks to 10th Ward Barbershop - Proudly serving the historic 10th Ward in Lawrenceville and surrounding areas, 10th Ward Barbershop is a full service barbershop offering quality haircuts, beard trims, and hot shaves. Schedule your appointment with Finn Balor and Corey Graves' favorite barbershop today.Host/Executive Producer: Adam BarnardAdditional Production/Narration: Sam KreppsEngineer: Carl PannellIntro Music: Carl PannellOutro Music/Musical Accompaniment: EnrichmentInstagram/X/Threads/Bluesky: @thisisgoober | @fndradiopodA Butts Carlton Media production. Butts Carlton, Proprietor.
MUSICFive Finger Death Punch will mark their 20th anniversary with a massive 48 date North American tour, including an August 21st stop in St. Louis. It will feature Cody Jinks and Eva Under Fire as the opening acts. Tickets go on sale Friday. Yungblud, whose real name is Dominic Harrison, has expressed interest in collaborating with Eddie Vedder, stating that Vedder is a significant vocal inspiration for him. https://www.perthnow.com.au/entertainment/music/yungblud-hints-at-eddie-vedder-collaboration-c-21307760 Maynard James Keenan has unveiled a new comic book series called Tales From the Pusciverse. The first issue, which Keenan co-wrote, is available only through the Puscifer website. Jack Osbourne says a "phenomenal" actor has been tapped to play Ozzy Osbourne in the long-in-the-works bio-pic about the late Black Sabbath frontman. Jack didn't reveal the actor's name, but said that they have a director and that the script is undergoing a rewrite. https://blabbermouth.net/news/a-phenomenal-actor-has-been-picked-to-play-ozzy-osbourne-in-upcoming-biopicDolly Parton just announced a new version of her 1977 song "Light of a Clear Blue Morning" . . . but this time, she'll be joined by Lainey Wilson, Reba McEntire, Miley Cyrus, and Queen Latifah. And all of the proceeds from the song and the music video will go directly to pediatric cancer research at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt in Nashville. RIP: Ethan Browne, the son of musician Jackson Browne, died at the age of 52 last year. https://www.tmz.com/2026/01/13/jackson-browne-son-ethan-died-from-fentanyl/ TV The series premiere of "Fear Factor: House of Fear" at 8:00 p.m. on Fox. Fourteen strangers move into the same house to face their fears for a chance at a $200,000 prize. Johnny Knoxville is your host. Actor Kiefer Sutherland was arrested early Monday after Los Angeles police say he physically assaulted a ride-share driver and made criminal threats.Officers responded just after midnight near Hollywood Hills and determined Sutherland entered the vehicle, struck the driver and verbally threatened the victim, who did not require medical treatment, the LAPD said.The 59-year-old star, best known for his role as Jack Bauer in 24, was booked and later released on a $50,000 bond. His first court appearance is scheduled for February 2nd in Los Angeles County Superior Court.Sutherland has a history of legal issues, including prior alcohol-related arrests. Emmy-winning actor and director Timothy Busfield surrendered to Albuquerque authorities Tuesday after a warrant was issued on two counts of criminal sexual contact with a minor and one count of child abuse.Busfield, known for roles in The West Wing and Field of Dreams, turned himself in following the January 9th warrant tied to allegations that he inappropriately touched two 11-year-old boys he met while directing the TV series The Cleaning Lady.In a video obtained by media outlets, Busfield denied wrongdoing and vowed to fight the charges.The investigation, which began in 2024 after a doctor reported concerns, prompted internal inquiries by the show's producers and led NBC to pull an episode featuring Busfield. Trevor Noah will host the Grammys for a sixth -- and producers say, final -- time on February 1st. The "final" time is likely because this is the last year the show will be on CBS before moving to ABC in 2027.A TV series based on "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" is in the works https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/the-girl-with-the-dragon-tattoo-tv-show-1236472177/ MOVING ON INTO MOVIE NEWS:A new teaser came out yesterday for "Scream 7" and it's giving fans hope that Matthew Lillard's character Stu Macher could be alive. There's a quick scene showing that someone is at a psychiatric hospital with weird drawings on the wall. "Scream 7" hits theaters February 27th. COMICSRIP: "Dilbert" creator Scott Adams died Tuesday, following a battle with prostate cancer that eventually spread to his bones. He was 68 years old. AND FINALLYBam Margera says he'll be included in the next Jackass movie via archive footage only, not by filming new stunts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=36AHundImzg AND THAT IS YOUR CRAP ON CELEBRITIES!Follow The Rizzuto Show → https://linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → https://1057thepoint.com/RizzShow.Hear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
True Crime Today brings you FBI analysis of the two cases everyone's talking about. The Brendan Banfield double murder trial is happening now in Fairfax County, Virginia. And sources just revealed that Nick Reiner admits killing his parents but claims he's the victim of a conspiracy. Retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer joins us to examine both.The Banfield case has problems before testimony even begins. Officer Brendan Miller — the department's digital forensics expert — analyzed 60 devices and concluded Christine Banfield controlled the FetLife account, not her husband. His findings were peer-reviewed and confirmed. Then he was transferred. Deputy Chief Brusch allegedly told him he'd never work another digital forensics case. The lead detective was reassigned. Prosecutor Eric Clingan was removed after being cited for drinking at 8 a.m. The state's case now depends on Juliana Peres Magalhaes, who flipped after a year in jail and gets to go home to Brazil if she delivers testimony that convicts Banfield.The Reiner case may take years to resolve. Nick's schizoaffective medication was reportedly changed a month before the murders because he complained about weight gain. Sources say the meds still aren't working. The murder weapon hasn't been found. LAPD sealed the autopsy reports on Christmas Eve. Nick checked into a Santa Monica hotel after the alleged killings. Dr. Drew Pinsky said the 30-day treatment stints his family paid for were "almost meaningless" for someone with his condition.Coffindaffer explains what both investigations reveal about how cases go right — and how they go wrong.#BrendanBanfield #NickReiner #TrueCrimeToday #JenniferCoffindaffer #FBI #AuPairMurder #RobReiner #MurderTrial #InsanityDefense #TrueCrimeNewsJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872This publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.
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Two cases. Two very different defenses. One retired FBI Special Agent breaking down what the evidence actually shows. Jennifer Coffindaffer joins Hidden Killers to analyze the Brendan Banfield trial and the latest bombshells in the Nick Reiner case.In Virginia, the prosecution's own forensics expert concluded their catfishing theory was wrong. Officer Brendan Miller found Christine Banfield controlled the FetLife account, not her husband. The University of Alabama confirmed his work. Then he was told he'd never work another digital forensics case in the bureau. He was transferred. The lead detective was reassigned. Now the state's case depends entirely on an au pair who flipped after a year in jail — a woman who wrote from her cell that she was "heartbroken" for what she was doing to Brendan and that she still loved him. Her sentencing is scheduled after the trial to ensure she keeps cooperating.In Los Angeles, sources say Nick Reiner admits to killing his parents but claims he's the victim of a conspiracy. His schizoaffective medication was changed a month before the murders. The weapon hasn't been found. LAPD sealed the autopsy reports on Christmas Eve. Nick checked into a hotel after the alleged killings. His family spent a fortune on treatment facilities he'd leave after 30 days.Coffindaffer has evaluated cooperating witnesses and insanity claims throughout her FBI career. She explains what investigators look for, what the behavioral evidence reveals, and why both cases have serious problems that won't be resolved anytime soon.#BrendanBanfield #NickReiner #HiddenKillers #JenniferCoffindaffer #FBI #AuPairMurder #RobReiner #StarWitness #InsanityDefense #TrueCrimeJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872This publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.
In this episode of The Debrief, host Jon Becker sits down with LAPD SWAT's Jonathan Pultz, a 27-year veteran and D-Platoon element leader, to examine one of law enforcement's most critical missions: hostage rescue. With D-Platoon conducting 120-150 high-risk operations annually, Pultz brings unparalleled operational experience to discuss LAPD SWAT's methodologies and approach to hostage situations.Through detailed analysis of two recent operations, this conversation explores tactical decision-making, crisis negotiation integration, and the lessons learned from over five decades of SWAT operations. Essential listening for tactical operators seeking insights from one of the world's premier law enforcement units.
Most agencies have a communications plan — until the plan becomes the incident. In this episode of the Policing Matters podcast, host Jim Dudley digs into a reality many departments don't fully plan for: what happens when cellular networks overload, land mobile radio coverage breaks down and agencies struggle to communicate at the very moment demand is highest. Jim is joined by LAPD Commander Randy Goddard, the acting commanding officer and chief information officer for the department's Information Technology Bureau. Goddard also served as an incident commander during the Palisades fire and will lead LAPD's Incident Management Team 1 for upcoming global events, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. He explains what unified command looked like when key systems failed, why “coverage” is not the same as “capacity,” and what redundancy and manual backups need to look like in modern policing. Commander Goddard is a featured contributor to Police1's “26 on 2026: A police leadership playbook.” Download your copy here. About our sponsor This episode of the Policing Matters podcast is sponsored by OfficerStore. Learn more about getting the gear you need at prices you can afford by visiting OfficerStore.com.
A review of the 1947 murder of Elizabeth Short, popularly known as the "Black Dahlia" because of her black bouffant hairstyle. Her dismembered body was found near a sidewalk in L.A., and is the oldest unsolved case in LAPD files. Several suspects are named, including the father of a retired cop, who has written several books on the subject.Hers: Start your free online visit at forhers.com/CCF for your personalized weight loss treatment options.Homes.com: We've done your homework.IQBAR - Get 20% off all IQBAR products plus free shipping by texting COLD to 64000Progressive: Multitask right now. Quote your car insurance at Progressive.com to join the over 28 million drivers who trust Progressive.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
True Crime Today covers the latest bombshell developments in the Nick Reiner case. Sources tell TMZ that Nick reportedly admits to killing Rob and Michele Reiner—but doesn't understand why he's in jail. He allegedly believes the people who incarcerated him are engaged in a conspiracy against him.Retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer joins us to analyze what this means for the investigation and the inevitable insanity defense. Nick's medication for schizoaffective disorder was reportedly changed about a month before the murders because he complained of weight gain. According to the TMZ documentary, his meds still aren't stabilized and jail doctors are still trying to figure it out.The Reiner family reportedly spent a fortune on dual-diagnosis treatment facilities over the years. But Nick would only stay 30 days—long enough to get clean off drugs but not long enough to address the underlying mental illness. Dr. Drew Pinsky called 30 days "almost meaningless" for someone with Nick's history and suggested he needed permanent custodial care.Other key developments: The murder weapon has not been found. LAPD sealed the autopsy reports on Christmas Eve. Nick checked into a Santa Monica hotel after the alleged killings before being found wandering near USC the next night. And the prosecutor assigned to the case is Habib Balian—who handled Menendez and Durst.Coffindaffer explains how investigators evaluate insanity claims, what Nick's behavior reveals, and why this case may take years to resolve.#NickReiner #RobReiner #TrueCrimeToday #FBI #Murder #InsanityDefense #Schizoaffective #JenniferCoffindaffer #TrueCrime #InvestigationJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872This publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.
//The Wire//2300Z January 13, 2026////ROUTINE////BLUF: LOS ANGELES TERRORIST RELEASED ON BAIL AFTER BEING CHARGED ONLY WITH A MISDEMEANOR. SOMALI FRAUD INVESTIGATIONS CONTINUE IN MAINE. RIOTS CONTINUE IN MINNEAPOLIS.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE------HomeFront-Minneapolis: The nightly riots continued yesterday evening, with unrest largely centering around the Whipple Federal Building. Tear gas has been deployed at this location daily, as rioters routinely try to block vehicles from entering/exiting the facility's Entry Control Point (ECP). Overnight, the perimeter at the Federal Building was expanded and fortified with more fencing. Throughout the city, most of the kinetic activity has been confined to E 34th Street, with tear gas and flashbangs being used regularly in a defensive role, to prevent rioters from physically assaulting ICE agents during arrests.Maine: Investigations into Somali fraud have continued to expand. In the town of Lewiston, a Somalian man at the center of recent scandal has resigned a few days after being sworn in. Iman Osman was reportedly elected to office last month, even though he had been indicted by a federal grand jury for stealing firearms.Analyst Comment: The Osman case has been developing for a while. Scandal first arose after citizens realized that he committed fraud on his campaign paperwork regarding his official residence. His official residence as per campaign paperwork is actually a vacant building that had been condemned because it had been used as a meth lab, so no one can verify that he actually lives in the district. Yesterday, the other members of the City Council voted to investigate his residency status, and Osman's only act as a City Councilor was to be the only vote against the investigation into himself. After the votes came out 6-1 against him, he resigned.California: The man who carried out the vehicle ramming attack at the Iranian protest in Los Angeles has been identified as Calor Madanescht. As the attack only wounded two people (both of whom refused medical care at the scene), the assailant has only been charged with reckless driving. Madanescht's bond has been set at zero dollars (the standard for misdemeanors in California), and he was released from jail Monday afternoon.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: In their own press release, the LAPD admits that he intended to ram the crowd and police officers, forcing several of them to jump out of the way (thus confirming deadly intent). It must be noted that the details of this case are pretty sketchy overall, considering how the attacker did not cause nearly as much damage as he could have. The odd statements found on the assailant's social media page, and the fact that he claims to be an Iranian refugee who happens to have an incredibly non-Iranian name, all add to the strangeness of this incident. However, just because this guy is the most ineffective terrorist in recent memory doesn't mean that he isn't still a terrorist. And now, he's back on the street at a time when Iranian protests are continuing throughout Los Angeles, and tensions remain palpably high in the Middle East.Any time that tensions escalate overseas regarding a hot-button issue, these tensions nearly always are mirrored within the American homeland, which often manifest in attacks or at minimum clashes between protest groups. In this case, the FBI and the Joint Terrorism Task Force are investigating the attack, which is a moot point if the terrorist has been released by the local authorities. As anti-regime protests (of varying size) are fairly regular throughout Los Angeles, it's quite likely that the original assailant himself, but more likely others who will see that he got away with this, will conduct copycat vehicle ramming attacks over the next few days. Whether or not any terrorist is willing to capitalize on this is anyone's guess, but the situation
Join Tony Brueski, Stacy Cole, and Todd Michaels LIVE as retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer breaks down the explosive new developments in the Nick Reiner case. TMZ's documentary just revealed that sources say Nick admits to killing his parents but believes he's the victim of a conspiracy. His schizoaffective disorder medication was reportedly changed a month before the murders and still isn't working properly in jail.We're taking your questions and comments in real time as Coffindaffer analyzes the behavioral evidence. What does Nick's post-offense behavior—checking into a hotel, wandering near USC—tell investigators about his state of mind? Why is LAPD downplaying the fact that the murder weapon hasn't been found? What's in those sealed autopsy reports that they don't want the public to see?Legal experts now predict this case won't go to trial for at least two years. The public defender is starting from square one. Prosecutor Habib Balian—the same DA who handled Menendez and Durst—is leading the case. And the surviving Reiner siblings have reportedly indicated they don't want the death penalty.Coffindaffer will explain how the FBI approaches suspects who claim mental illness, what red flags investigators look for when evaluating insanity claims, and whether Nick's documented history of manipulation undermines his defense before it even begins.Drop your questions in the chat. We're going deep on this one.#NickReiner #RobReiner #LIVE #TrueCrime #FBI #JenniferCoffindaffer #HiddenJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872This publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.
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True Crime Today's week in review covers the Nick Reiner case — the stunning attorney withdrawal and the years of warning signs nobody could act on.Alan Jackson walked into a Los Angeles courtroom and told the judge he had "no choice" but to withdraw from Nick Reiner's defense. He said circumstances "beyond Nick's control" forced his exit. Sources tell Deadline money is the reason. The pattern that protected Nick for seventeen years — eighteen rehab programs, seventy thousand a month in treatment, a rent-free guesthouse, a ten-thousand-dollar monthly allowance, and sources say estate money funding his defense even after his parents' deaths — appears to be over. Deputy Public Defender Kimberly Greene was informed last night. She met her client for thirty seconds before the hearing. Arraignment postponed to February 23rd.But we also examined what led here. This wasn't sudden. A neighbor told reporters Nick had been violent before. An LAPD insider confirmed "quite a few calls for service" to the Reiner home over the years. The night before Rob and Michele were found stabbed to death, Nick was reportedly so erratic at Conan O'Brien's Christmas party that guests were unnerved. Rob allegedly told friends that night he was terrified his own son could hurt him.Bob Motta joined us to break down what law enforcement officers see in the years before tragedies like this — and what California's mental health laws actually allow them to do. The LPS Act requires imminent danger for involuntary commitment. Not probable. Not deteriorating. Imminent. Rob and Michele were legally trapped. For the first time in his life, Nick faces consequences without unlimited resources behind him.#NickReiner #RobReiner #MicheleReiner #TrueCrimeToday #AlanJackson #BobMotta #PublicDefender #LPSAct #MentalHealthCrisis #WeekInReviewJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
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Our week in review on the Nick Reiner case — the dramatic attorney shakeup and the years of warning signs that led to December 14th.Alan Jackson, the million-dollar attorney who got Karen Read acquitted, told a Los Angeles judge he had "no choice" but to withdraw from Nick Reiner's defense. Sources point to money. Nick now has Deputy Public Defender Kimberly Greene — who was informed last night, had thirty seconds to meet her client, and carries nineteen years of experience into a case that will define careers. Arraignment postponed to February 23rd. No plea entered. For the first time in thirty-two years, Nick Reiner faces the justice system without unlimited resources.But we also examined what everyone saw coming. A neighbor said this wasn't the first time Nick had been violent. An LAPD insider confirmed "quite a few calls for service" to the Reiner home over the years. The night before his parents were found stabbed to death, Nick was reportedly so erratic at Conan O'Brien's Christmas party that guests were unnerved. Rob allegedly told friends that night: "I'm petrified of Nick. I think my own son can hurt me."Defense attorney Bob Motta joined us to break down the warning signs and the system that couldn't respond. Nick had been through seventeen rehab programs. He'd admitted on podcasts to gaming those programs. Professionals reportedly warned the family for years. California's LPS Act made intervention nearly impossible — requiring imminent danger, not probable danger, not visible deterioration. Rob and Michele were legally trapped with no way to force treatment. Some tragedies are preventable. Some aren't.#NickReiner #RobReiner #MicheleReiner #AlanJackson #KimberlyGreene #BobMotta #LPSAct #MentalHealthCrisis #HiddenKillers #WeekInReviewJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
This week's Hidden Killers Live covered the dramatic developments in the Nick Reiner case — and the pattern of warning signs that stretched back years before Rob and Michele Reiner were killed.Alan Jackson is out. The defense attorney told the judge he had "no choice" but to withdraw, citing circumstances "beyond Nick's control." Sources tell Deadline money is the reason. If true, the pattern that protected Nick Reiner for seventeen years has finally broken. Rob and Michele spent seventy thousand dollars a month on treatment, gave Nick a ten-thousand-dollar monthly allowance, let him live rent-free in their guesthouse. Sources said estate money was funding his elite defense even after their deaths. That appears to be over. Deputy Public Defender Kimberly Greene now represents Nick. She was informed last night. She had thirty seconds to introduce herself.But this week we also examined what everyone saw coming and couldn't stop. A neighbor said Nick had been violent before. An LAPD insider confirmed multiple calls for service to the Reiner home. The night before the murders, Nick was reportedly so erratic at Conan O'Brien's Christmas party that guests were unnerved. Rob allegedly told friends: "I'm petrified of Nick. I think my own son can hurt me." Twelve hours later, he and Michele were stabbed to death.Bob Motta joined us to examine what law enforcement sees in the years before tragedies like this — and what they can actually do. California's LPS Act requires imminent danger for involuntary commitment. Not probably dangerous. Not clearly deteriorating. By that standard, it's already too late.#NickReiner #RobReiner #MicheleReiner #HKLive #AlanJackson #BobMotta #PublicDefender #MentalHealthCrisis #LPSAct #WeekInReviewJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872