Second Trial for Palisades Fire Suspect | Los Angeles News

Federal prosecutors are back with a pared-down case against Jonathan Rinderknecht, seeking to convict him for allegedly starting the 2025 Palisades wildfire with a barbecue lighter — a move that follows a mistrial in the first trial. The new indictment focuses on the initial spark and the subsequent blaze, down from three charges previously brought. Defense argues there’s no concrete evidence linking him to the fire, pointing to fireworks as a possible cause. Both sides remain tight-lipped ahead of a Wednesday status conference — this second trial could be pivotal in solving one of California’s most devastating wildfires. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4b5f02d180568971 Presented by The Plant Daddies — rare specimen trees, living art, and hand-carved limestone vessels and fountains for extraordinary spaces. Showrooms in Los Angeles and Irvine. Listeners of Los Angeles News Today receive 10% off with code LANEWS10. theplantdaddies.com/lanews