Judge Oliver Carter dies leaves Hearst sentencing unresolved
The San Francisco federal judge who presided over Patricia Hearst's bank robbery trial died of a heart attack at 65. Carter had tentatively sentenced Hearst to up to 35 years after a March 30 conviction and ordered psychiatric evaluation before final punishment. A three-judge panel will select a new judge to handle the case.
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Heiress Sentencing Hangs After Coercion Claim
The heiress testified at her trial that she faced death threats to force her involvement in the bank robbery. Prosecutors argue she participated knowingly, while defense contends coercion undermined her actions.
Harris trial to be held behind bulletproof glass
Superior Court Judge Mark Brandler reversed his earlier ruling and ordered that the Harris trial begin next Monday in a high security courtroom with bulletproof glass. The decision allows jurors to be protected while jury selection remains open to press and public.
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Illinois Senate advances civic center funding measure
Illinois Senate committee backs a bill lowering the minimum valuation for forming civic center authorities and inviting counties such as Adams, Kankakee and Livingston to join. The measure, already passed by the House, targets state funding for expositions and convention facilities across multiple downstate cities.
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Police fire kills hostage in Clayton shootout
A Creve Coeur policeman shot and killed St. Louis County Hospital resident physician Dr. Randall Meglitsch after a hostage situation at a St John gas station. Escaped convict Jack Asberry seized Meglitsch and medical student Fred Reineke, demanded police release his wife, then died from a self-inflicted wound during the confrontation.
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Ava Gardner Spotted Filming The Sentinel in New York
Ava Gardner, famed for The Barefoot Contessa, walks in stocking feet along Manhattan sidewalks during Monday filming of The Sentinel. The actress appears calm amid crew activity, with photographers noting her casual attire and distinctive presence.
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