Judge Beverly Cannone is a breakout star of the Karen Read case. Judge Belvin Perry, who oversaw Casey Anthony's trial, knows that feeling.

Without the jury in the room, prosecutors and Read’s defense will convene for a charge conference starting at 10 a.m. — the final time lawyers will be able to argue procedural issues before delivering their closing arguments. At the conference, lawyers for both sides will present their proposed jury instructions to Judge Beverly Cannone.

Biomechanical engineer testifies injuries inconsistent with taillight impact in Karen Read murder case, after judge interrupts his birthday message.

The finish line is in sight for Karen Read ’s retrial as ARCCA biomechanics expert Andrew Rentschler, the last defense witness, continues his testimony Wednesday.

Judge Beverly Cannone also denied the defense team’s motion for a mistrial based on what Read’s lawyers called “intentional misconduct” from prosecutor Hank Brennan.

Judge Beverly Cannone is sticking to her ruling, limiting the testimony of the former chief medical examiner of Rhode Island.