LOS ANGELES — A judge on Wednesday delayed Nick Reiner’s arraignment in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, after his high-profile defense attorney asked to be replaced by a public defender. Judge Theresa McGonigle agreed to attorney Alan Jackson’s request during a hearing where Nick Reiner was expected to be arraigned and enter a plea. Jackson did … [Read more...] about Nick Reiner’s arraignment in parents’ killing is delayed after his attorney asks to be replaced
Gary council elects new leadership, hears financial data
In its first meeting of 2026, the Gary Common Council saw shake ups in its leadership and heard a presentation detailing the city’s economic outlook, especially after legislative changes last year. Councilwoman Linda Barnes Caldwell, D-5th, was elected president in a 5-4 vote Tuesday night. Council members Mary Brown, D-3rd; Barnes Caldwell; Darren Washington, D-at large; … [Read more...] about Gary council elects new leadership, hears financial data
Hawthorne racetrack closed but will reopen as horse industry members worry about its financial solvency
Hawthorne Race Course was forced to temporarily halt operations this past weekend for failing to meet licensing requirements, regulators said, and operators in the horse racing industry said its checks have been bouncing. The track in west suburban Stickney has been beset by financial troubles, including liens seeking to recover unpaid debts, and its inability to open a … [Read more...] about Hawthorne racetrack closed but will reopen as horse industry members worry about its financial solvency
Shooting is reported in Minneapolis, where the feds are conducting an immigration crackdown
MINNEAPOLIS — Authorities reported a shooting Wednesday involving federal agents in Minneapolis, where immigration enforcement has been conducting a major crackdown. Live video posted online showed a large presence of federal officers, local officers, yellow police tape and cars that had been in a crash. Cmdr. Gregory Bovino of U.S. Customs and Border Protection was in the … [Read more...] about Shooting is reported in Minneapolis, where the feds are conducting an immigration crackdown
Freshman guard Jayden Alford already provides spark off bench for Yorkville Christian. ‘Feel more comfortable.’
Freshman guard Jayden Alford may be Yorkville Christian’s young pup, but he’s proving to be more than capable of running with the big dogs. Was he surprised to join older brother Tray, a junior guard, on the Mustangs’ varsity this season? “A little bit, to be honest,” Jayden said. “I feel like I still need to work on my body and get stronger. During the summer, I wasn’t really … [Read more...] about Freshman guard Jayden Alford already provides spark off bench for Yorkville Christian. ‘Feel more comfortable.’