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New York Post
23-07-2025
- New York Post
Beer-loving NYC shoplifter with over 200 busts at it again — but quickly set free
He knows what he likes — and just takes it. A serial shoplifter with more than 200 busts on his rap sheet — and an apparent grudge against a Post photographer — is facing new theft charges after cops said he snatched a batch of Modelo beer from one of his favorite haunts, a Duane Reade pharmacy on Broadway in Lower Manhattan. Laron Mack, 53, who seems to have a taste for the Mexican brew, tried to kick photographer Steven Hirsch after his latest arrest this week — a rematch for Mack, who lunged at Hirsch and smashed his camera after an earlier shoplifting arrest in 2022. 4 Laron Mack, 53, took a kick at Post photographer Steven Hirsch after his arrest this week — their second encounter. Steven Hirsch On Wednesday, he was arraigned on petty larceny and possession of stolen property charges after allegedly trying to make off with 18 Modelos from the Manhattan retailer on Monday. He was released without bail — as he always has been because the charges don't qualify for bail under the state's controversial 2019 criminal justice reform statute. The scene of the crime is familiar turf for Mack, who has been pinched at the same Duane Reade at least a half dozen times since April, allegedly making off with sandwiches and his favorite beer. 'Number one selling beer, but this guy just steals it,' one law enforcement source told The Post. 'This guy's not stealing food to feed his family.' The repeat offender has at least three other open larceny cases pending in Manhattan, including charges that he ripped off the pharmacy just one day before his latest bust. 4 Laron Mack smashed the camera of Post photographer Steven Hirsch in 2022 — and tried to kick him this week. Steven Hirsch 4 Police said Laron Mark has repeatedly stolen Modelo beer from Manhattan retailers, seemingly his favorite beer. Steven Hirsch According to sources, he also allegedly tried to steal four 12-packs, 11 eight-packs and two 'tall boys' on June 9; five cases and two 24-packs on May 7; sandwiches, yogurt and beer on April 18; and, on April 10, more, you guessed it, Modelo beer from the same Duane Reade outlet. Not to be entirely exclusive, Mack is also accused of stealing Charmin toilet paper from a Duane Reade on Amsterdam Avenue, and has been charged with stealing from Walgreen's as well. 'I steal for a living,' he admitted after a June 2022 shoplifting arrest. He's also not always particular after his beer — the June 2022 arrest that led to the attack on Hirsch was for allegedly stealing oatmeal, breakfast sausage and Bud Light from an Upper East Side pharmacy. 4 Laron Mack, 53, has more than 200 arrests on his record, primarily for shoplifting in Manhattan. Steven Hirsch Following his release on robbery charges, Hirsch asked Mack how he was doing, when the accused shoplifter spun around and knocked the camera out of the photographers hands, punching him in the arm and smashing the equipment into the wall. Despite his rap sheet, the courts haven't been able to hold Mack because of the state reforms. Additional reporting by Mikella Schuettler
Eater
07-07-2025
- Business
- Eater
The Old Hobson's Choice Location Gets New Life From Buzzy Bar Team
A classic corner location in Upper Haight will welcome the team from two buzzy wine bars across San Francisco. Newcomer neighborhood bar Green Heron will open in the former Hobson's Choice space in the fall. The group behind the Red Tail wine and beer bars on Irving Street and Market Street is behind the project. This marks their first location with a full liquor license. Part-owner Wes Wakeford says the team is not yet in the space, but is currently waiting on final paperwork transfers while getting the lay of the land. The menu will be pretty straightforward: Wakeford says while upscale, in many ways the Green Heron will be a shot and a beer bar. The team plans to focus on classics including Old Fashioneds and martinis. The local craft beers and wine selection background will port over, though with less robust offerings than at the two Red Tails. Miller Lites and Modelos will be right next to sours and IPAs from Northern California breweries, including Laughing Monk and Humble Sea. There is also hope to serve an homage to Hobson's Choice, serving rum drinks and punch-inspired beverages, but details on that are scant so far. There'll be no kitchen or food licensing, so fans can anticipate small bites and bar snacks. Guests carrying tostones and muffulettas into the space from nearby Parada 22 and Sandy's is fine with Wakefield, too. When Hobson's Choice closed in May 2024, owner Chris Dickerson told Broke-Ass Stuart that foot traffic had cratered. The bar was open for decades and its closure followed Club Deluxe and Blue Front Cafe as big losses to the scene. Still, Club Deluxe is set to get a new lease on life from a former employee. The big windows and laidback vibes at the Green Heron aim for a return to form for Upper Haight, too. Wakefield says they're up to the task: Their second outpost of the Red Tail in the Theater District opened in summer 2024, contributing to downtown's rebound from the worst of the pandemic. 'I know it's a change for people in the [Haight] area,' Wakeford says. 'But I think a lot of people are eager to be in that space again. It's so prime being one block from Haight-Ashbury. It's extreme people-watching.' The Green Heron (1601 Haight Street) will open in fall 2025. See More: San Francisco Restaurant Openings
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Yahoo
APD officer arrested after allegedly driving drunk with child in vehicle
May 4—An Albuquerque police officer was arrested at a DWI checkpoint stop on Saturday night in Northwest Albuquerque. Jonathan Franco, 38, of Albuquerque, is charged with driving while intoxicated with a minor in the vehicle and DWI. He was released on personal recognizance, according to court records. A bond arraignment is scheduled for June 5. It is unclear if he has an attorney. The Albuquerque police chief said he was "disappointed" with the officer. "We are disappointed that this officer made a bad choice," Albuquerque Police Department Chief Harold Medina said in a news release Sunday. "There are many rideshare options for people to avoid drinking and driving." At 11:30 p.m., the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office was conducting a DWI checkpoint at Unser and Rainbow NW when deputies saw a truck approach orange cones, according to a criminal complaint filed in Metropolitan Court. While talking to Franco, deputies said they smelled a "strong odor" of alcohol on his breath and saw his eyes were bloodshot and watery, deputies said. Franco told deputies he had "one or two beers" about an hour earlier, the complaint states. When Franco got out of the truck, deputies saw a six-year-old girl in the backseat, deputies said. Franco performed "poorly" on the standardized field sobriety tests then told deputies he had three or four Modelos, according to the complaint.
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Yahoo
APD officer arrested after allegedly driving drunk with child in vehicle
May 4—An Albuquerque police officer was arrested at a DWI checkpoint stop on Saturday night in Northwest Albuquerque. Jonathan Franco, 38, of Albuquerque, is charged with driving while intoxicated with a minor in the vehicle and DWI. He was released on personal recognizance, according to court records. A bond arraignment is scheduled for June 5. It is unclear if he has an attorney. The Albuquerque police chief said he was "disappointed" with the officer. "We are disappointed that this officer made a bad choice," Albuquerque Police Department Chief Harold Medina said in a news release Sunday. "There are many rideshare options for people to avoid drinking and driving." At 11:30 p.m., the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office was conducting a DWI checkpoint at Unser and Rainbow NW when deputies saw a truck approach orange cones, according to a criminal complaint filed in Metropolitan Court. While talking to Franco, deputies said they smelled a "strong odor" of alcohol on his breath and saw his eyes were bloodshot and watery, deputies said. Franco told deputies he had "one or two beers" about an hour earlier, the complaint states. When Franco got out of the truck, deputies saw a six-year-old girl in the backseat, deputies said. Franco performed "poorly" on the standardized field sobriety tests then told deputies he had three or four Modelos, according to the complaint.
Axios
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Axios
Cinco de Mayo celebrations around Chicago
Indulge in Mexican culture this weekend along with live music, food and drink specials. 💃 Entertainment Mexico Fest: Experience the global celebration with performances and a market. Friday 3-7pm, Saturday 1-7pm and Sunday 1-6pm at Navy Pier. Free. Saturday 2-9pm and Sunday 1-8pm in Bridgeview. Tickets start at $10; Free for kids 3 and under. 😋 Food and Drinks Tala House: Taste a variety of dishes, from seafood to vegetarian options, throughout the holiday weekend. Robert's Pizza & Dough Co.: Celebrate with a $30 margarita flight and chicken tinga pizza. Plus, a live mariachi band. 11:30am-1:30pm on Saturday. Reserve a table. Bodega Taqueria y Tequila: Celebrate throughout the weekend with $5 frozen margaritas, $6 Modelos and $7 shots.
