Crime
Walmart selling shirts under “Kirk Shooter” that resemble what assassin Tyler Robinson wore
UPDATE: Walmart has now remove the “Kirk Shooter” keyword t-shirts from the store.
Walmart is facing sharp criticism after listings surfaced online advertising clothing under the label “Kirk Shooter” that closely resembles the outfit worn by Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old accused assassin in the September 10 killing of activist Charlie Kirk.
The revelations came as newly obtained surveillance footage shed light on a separate but related incident involving the desecration of a memorial for Kirk outside Turning Point USA headquarters.
Authorities confirmed that 19-year-old Ryder Corral has been arrested and charged with criminal damage and disorderly conduct after he was recorded deliberately vandalizing the tribute.
The footage shows Corral, dressed in clothing nearly identical to that worn by Robinson during the attack — same shirt, pants, and shoes — storming the memorial.
Video evidence shows Corral aggressively kicking over flowers, vases, flags, and balloons, advancing roughly 15 yards into the tribute area before being subdued by bystanders and handed over to police.
Law enforcement has verified Corral’s identity and confirmed the charges filed against him.
The incident has drawn outrage from mourners and community leaders, who say the vandalism compounded the grief of those already devastated by Kirk’s death.
“A memorial is a place where people bring flowers, prayers, tears, and memories,” one community member said. “To walk into that space and stomp on it is cruel on a level that words can hardly cover. A family is mourning. Friends and supporters are mourning. Instead of allowing them that sacred space, someone chose to destroy it.”
The controversy surrounding Walmart’s listings has added to tensions, with many accusing the retailer of insensitivity and profiting off tragedy. While the company has not yet issued a public response, calls are mounting for the immediate removal of the products and a formal apology.
Observers warn that the convergence of Robinson’s alleged actions, Corral’s memorial desecration, and the commercialization of related imagery underscores a troubling erosion of respect and civility in public discourse.
“We can debate ideas, we can challenge one another’s views,” the community member added. “But when even a memorial isn’t safe from hate, it shows how much humanity is being lost.”
Crime
Noemi Hernandez, Mother of Four Murdered By Her Husband Hector Luvianos Two Days Before Christmas
BATAVIA, Ill. — A devastating domestic homicide has left a family and community in mourning just days before Christmas.
Noemi Hernandez, a devoted mother of four, was fatally attacked in the early morning hours of Tuesday, Dec. 23, in what prosecutors allege was a violent act committed by her husband.
The incident occurred at an apartment building in the 100 block of Church Street in Batavia.
According to court records and police reports, at approximately 4:37 a.m., Batavia police were dispatched after a man contacted emergency dispatchers and stated that he had killed his wife.
Responding officers located the man outside the apartment building and took him into custody without incident.
When officers entered the apartment, they found Hernandez suffering from severe, life-threatening injuries.
First responders immediately attempted life-saving measures; however, she was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities identified the suspect as Hector B. Luvianos, 37, who was transported to the Batavia Police Department for questioning.
With assistance from the Kane County Major Crimes Task Force, investigators determined the incident was domestic-related and involved only the two individuals. Police emphasized that there is no ongoing threat to the public.
On Dec. 24, 2025, Kane County State’s Attorney Jamie L. Mosser and Batavia Police Chief Eric Blowers announced that Luvianos has been formally charged with first-degree murder, a Class M felony under Illinois law.
He appeared in court the same day for a pretrial detention hearing, after which a judge ordered him held in the Kane County Jail while the case proceeds.
The Kane County Coroner’s Office responded to the scene, and an autopsy is scheduled to determine the official cause and manner of Hernandez’s death.
In the wake of the tragedy, Hernandez’s family has launched a GoFundMe campaign to help cover funeral and related expenses.
In the fundraiser, the family described Noemi as “the heart of her family,” noting that she worked tirelessly, loved deeply, and always placed her children first. Her sudden death, they wrote, has left the family emotionally devastated and financially unprepared.
As an immigrant family with limited resources and no life insurance, they now face the burden of funeral and cremation costs, legal fees, and other unexpected expenses, all while supporting four children grieving the loss of their mother.
The family is asking for community support to allow them to lay Noemi to rest with dignity and focus on healing rather than financial hardship.
The investigation remains ongoing.