Trials

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Capital Murder Charge Dropped in Aniah Blanchard Case as Jury Begins Deliberations

Judge dismisses one of three capital murder charges against Ibraheem Yazeed in Alabama killing case.

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Gerhardt Konig Trial: Wife of Former Doctor Faces Death at Sheer Cliff Edge on Romantic Getaway

Former anesthesiologist accused of attempting to kill his wife during Hawaii hiking trip, prosecutors say

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Kouri Richins, Utah Mother Who Wrote Children's Grief Book, Found Guilty of Murdering Husband

A Utah jury convicts the 35-year-old woman on all charges in the fentanyl poisoning death of her husband Eric Richins, with sentencing scheduled for May 13.

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Moscow Mule Mom Convicted of Killing Husband With Fentanyl-Laced Cocktail

Utah jury finds former realtor and children's book author guilty of murdering her husband in 2022, also convicts her of attempted murder and insurance fraud.

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Closing Arguments Set for Trial of Utah Mom Accused of Murdering Husband

Prosecutors say Kouri Richins allegedly gave her husband a deadly dose of fentanyl four years ago, then published a children's book about grief.

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Jury Finds Man Guilty of All 26 Charges in 2024 Knoxville Revenge Killing

Knoxville jury convicts defendant on murder and related charges in fatal shooting authorities described as revenge-motivated.

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Texas Teacher Indicted After Allegedly Filming Herself Sexually Abusing 5-Year-Old Girl at Boyfriend's Direction

Midlothian couple faces multiple charges including aggravated sexual assault of a child and possession of child pornography; bond set at $3.84 million for woman, $5 million for man.

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Gionni Sellers Convicted in Toddler's Death Case in Orange County

A jury finds Gionni Sellers guilty in the tragic death of a toddler in Orange County, bringing closure to a case that shocked the community.

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Laken Riley Convicted Killer Jose Ibarra's New Trial Request Denied, Judge Cites 'Overwhelming' Evidence

Clarke County judge rejects Jose Ibarra’s motion for new trial, defense plans appeal in 2024 murder case.

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Watch Live: 'Moscow Mule' Mom Murder Trial Enters Day 11 in Utah

Prosecution alleges Kouri Richins poisoned husband Eric with fentanyl-laced Moscow Mule; defense questions evidence chain.

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Alexander Brothers Convicted on All Charges in Federal Sex Trafficking Trial

New York City jury finds three wealthy brothers guilty of sex trafficking after four weeks of testimony from women who accused them of assault.

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Children’s Grief Book Author Allegedly Killed Husband in Dallas for Money

Prosecutors say Jenna Harper plotted the murder of her spouse to cash in on a life‑insurance policy and a lucrative book advance.

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Nick Reiner Pleads Not Guilty in Killing of Parents

The 28‑year‑old former tech executive denied the charges at his arraignment in Middlesex County Superior Court, maintaining his innocence while prosecutors outline a premeditated murder case.

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Colin Gray Murder Trial Enters Day Seven as Father’s Gun Purchase Links to Georgia School Shooting

Prosecutors allege the defendant’s father bought the semi‑automatic rifle used in the 2025 Georgia school massacre, adding a new layer to the homicide case.

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Actor Timothy Busfield Pleads Not Guilty to Felony Child Sex Abuse Charges

The veteran television star entered a not‑guilty plea in Los Angeles County, denying the allegations that he sexually abused a minor.

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11-Year-Old Accused in Adoptive Father’s Birthday‑Night Killing Faces Adult Trial

Prosecutors say the Ohio boy allegedly shot his adoptive dad during a dispute over a video‑game, and they are seeking to have him tried as an adult.