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  • Nick Reiner Fights for $558K Trust Fund From Jail

    Nick Reiner Fights for $558K Trust Fund From Jail
    2026/08/21
    A Los Angeles judge is weighing whether Nick Reiner -- accused of murdering his parents Rob and Michele Reiner -- can access more than $550,000 from his family's trust while awaiting trial. We look at the legal fight, California's Slayer Statute, and why the outcome could determine whether Reiner can hire a private defense attorney. Plus: New developments in the Palisades arson retrial and why federal prosecutors changed their case against Jonathan Rinderknecht. LAPD officer Daniel Flores avoids felony charges after secretly recording fellow officers making racist remarks. The startling turn of events this week. Original show date: August 21, 2026 Thanks for listening to The Leonard Files – Stay with us as we uncover the investigations from some of LA’s most challenging and intriguing moments. Subscribe now so you don’t miss the next episode of The Leonard Files. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    29 分
  • Unexpected grand jury move in Reiner murder case - and a new twist in the Palisades fire arson trial

    Unexpected grand jury move in Reiner murder case - and a new twist in the Palisades fire arson trial
    2026/08/14
    The secret grand jury indictment against Nick Reiner in the murders of his parents, Rob and Michelle Reiner, was unsealed this week. We'll look at how it could dramatically accelerate the path to trial. Plus, federal prosecutors are revising their case against Jonathan Rinderknecht, the man accused of starting the fires linked to the devastating Palisades Fire. What do the new charges mean after a jury deadlocked in his first trial? Also: an update on LAPD Officer Daniel Flores, who faces felony charges after secretly recording colleagues he accused of making racist, sexist and homophobic remarks while working in the department's recruiting division. Flores has now pleaded not guilty. Thanks for listening to The Leonard Files – Stay with us as we uncover the investigations from some of LA’s most challenging and intriguing moments. Subscribe now so you don’t miss the next episode of The Leonard Files. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    28 分
  • Three strange days in L.A. - a cop charged, a fire report, and the Trump golf course arrest

    Three strange days in L.A. - a cop charged, a fire report, and the Trump golf course arrest
    2026/08/07
    We'll look at three unusual events — why an LAPD officer who claimed he exposed racism, misogyny and homophobia inside the department is now facing criminal charges over secret recordings. More than a year after the devastating Eaton Fire, investigators finally released their official cause report. The findings weren't surprising. The timing was. And - federal and local authorities are treating an arrest near President Trump's Rancho Palos Verdes golf course as a serious security matter, but court filings haven't filled in the story just yet. Thanks for listening to The Leonard Files – Stay with us as we uncover the investigations from some of LA’s most challenging and intriguing moments. Subscribe now so you don’t miss the next episode of The Leonard Files. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    27 分
  • New details emerge before D4vd - David Burke's - preliminary hearing in the murder of Celeste Rivas Hernandez

    New details emerge before D4vd - David Burke's - preliminary hearing in the murder of Celeste Rivas Hernandez
    2026/07/20
    As the pop singer known as D4vd heads into a critical preliminary hearing - we look at a new defense motion, the depth of the prosecution's case, and what the defense might do at the hearing. D4vd, who's legal name is David Burke, is accused of murdering 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Prosecutors say he killed her because she was threatening to expose their year-long sexual relationship and ruin his emerging singing career. Thanks for listening to The Leonard Files – Stay with us as we uncover the investigations from some of LA’s most challenging and intriguing moments. Subscribe now so you don’t miss the next episode of The Leonard Files. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    13 分
  • Why LAPD temporarily dropped Flock cameras, understanding police chases & the latest on California's $2.5 billion fire fund

    Why LAPD temporarily dropped Flock cameras, understanding police chases & the latest on California's $2.5 billion fire fund
    2026/07/13
    LAPD surveillance technology, police pursuit policies, and California's wildfire recovery fund are all under new scrutiny. We look at the latest police watchdog findings on license plate cameras and car chases, more accountability questions, and what they could mean for Los Angeles. Also, hundreds of millions - more - fire relief dollars have been released by the state for the Eaton and Palisades fire areas. Thanks for listening to The Leonard Files – Stay with us as we uncover the investigations from some of LA’s most challenging and intriguing moments. Subscribe now so you don’t miss the next episode of The Leonard Files. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    37 分
  • $2.5B Fire Relief: Where Did the Money Go? + New Questions in Palisades Arson Case

    $2.5B Fire Relief: Where Did the Money Go? + New Questions in Palisades Arson Case
    2026/05/29
    First, an NBC4 investigation into California’s $2.5 billion wildfire relief package announced after the January 2025 fires. Records show only a portion of the fund has been spent — with much of the money routed through state agencies, and significant amounts still untouched more than a year later. We examine where the money went, why fire victims say they haven’t seen more direct aid, and new questions about how the funding was structured and managed. Then, new developments ahead of the federal arson trial tied to the Palisades Fire. Pretrial hearings are raising legal questions about how prosecutors plan to present evidence — including disputes over what jurors will be asked to consider when deciding guilt across multiple charges. The judge has signaled concern that the case presentation could create confusion about key legal issues. Thanks for listening to The Leonard Files – Stay with us as we uncover the investigations from some of LA’s most challenging and intriguing moments. Subscribe now so you don’t miss the next episode of The Leonard Files. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    33 分
  • Criminal Charges Considered in Deadly Sheriff’s Grenade Explosion | LAPD Gang Unit Under Scrutiny

    Criminal Charges Considered in Deadly Sheriff’s Grenade Explosion | LAPD Gang Unit Under Scrutiny
    2026/05/13
    Prosecutors are weighing possible charges in the sheriff’s grenade explosion that killed three deputies—but time may have run out. We break down new investigative findings, the statute‑of‑limitations problem, and a separate LAPD gang unit misconduct case involving body‑camera violations. Thanks for listening to The Leonard Files – Stay with us as we uncover the investigations from some of LA’s most challenging and intriguing moments. Subscribe now so you don’t miss the next episode of The Leonard Files. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    30 分
  • Chainsaws, Court Delays & Trial Memos: Inside 3 Major L.A. Criminal Cases

    Chainsaws, Court Delays & Trial Memos: Inside 3 Major L.A. Criminal Cases
    2026/05/01
    In this episode of The Leonard Files we break down a busy week in court with new filings, delays, and revelations in three major Southern California criminal cases. Celeste Rivas Hernandez: defense lawyers for the singer knowns as D4vd (David A. Burke) asked to delay proceedings, as they review 'terabytes' of potential evidence in advance of a preliminary hearing. Jonathan Rinderknecht: federal prosecutors lay out what they plan to present to jurors in the upcoming trial of the man accused of igniting the Palisades wildfires in 2025, including -- how the Feds plan to invoke another notable prosecution as a motive in this case. Rob and Michele Reiner: a major delay in the murder case against their son Nick Reiner, who faces charges for allegedly killing his parents inside their home. We discuss why high-profile cases often face long delays, and what pre-trial memos can reveal about prosecution strategies. ⚠️ Content warning: This episode includes discussion of alleged crimes involving violence and the death of a minor. Thanks for listening to The Leonard Files – Stay with us as we uncover the investigations from some of LA’s most challenging and intriguing moments. Subscribe now so you don’t miss the next episode of The Leonard Files. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    49 分