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Nick Reiner has pleaded not guilty to two counts of murder after a grand-jury indictment unsealed, elevating the case toward trial. The charges include lying in wait and a knife as a deadly weapon. Prosecutors have not said whether they will seek the death penalty.
Two chocolate-makers partner with film festivals to create tasting boxes that accompany screenings, blending sweets with storytelling. The approach began as a pandemic hobby and has grown into a recurring event at HippFest, with planned retrospectives and new pairings.
Los Angeles DA Nathan Hochman has decided not to seek the death penalty for Nick Reiner, who is charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the December 2025 killings of his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner. Prosecutors say the maximum sentence will be life without parole after a rigorous review and consideration of mitigating factors. The indictment moves directly to trial, bypassing a preliminary hearing. Reiner has acknowledged a history of addiction and mental health challenges.