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Inside the Case Against Kouri Richins: Jury Convicts in Death of Eric Richins

Investigative reporter Nate Eaton discusses the evidence, motive, and testimony that led to the guilty verdict in the high-profile murder trial.

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Aniah Blanchard's Mother Says 'Justice Wasn't Served' After Murder Trial Verdict

The mother of the slain Alabama woman calls the trial 'traumatic' as she speaks out publicly for the first time since the verdict.

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Former Soledad Resident Sentenced to 25 Years-to-Life in State Prison for Cold Case Murder

Monterey County case results in lengthy prison term for defendant convicted in decades-old homicide.

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Gypsy Rose Blanchard Apologizes After TikTok Video Joking About Mother's Murder Goes Viral

Convicted of orchestrating mother's killing in 2015, Blanchard says she intended video to show accountability, not make light of murder.

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Stephen McCullagh YouTube Channels Removed After Murder Conviction in Natalie McNally Case

Former Belfast man convicted of murdering pregnant girlfriend has social media accounts suspended.

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Man Who Used False Gaming Alibi Found Guilty of Natalie McNally's Murder

Jurors convict suspect in killing of pregnant Northern Ireland woman after rejecting gaming center alibi.

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Navy Veteran Receives 4-Year Sentence for Assault and Abduction of Ex-Wife

A former Navy servicemember has been sentenced to four years in prison after being convicted of assaulting and abducting his ex-wife, according to court records.

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5 More Defendants Plead Guilty in Feeding Our Future $14.6 Million Fraud Scheme

Four Minneapolis-area defendants admitted to stealing federal child nutrition funds meant to feed hungry children during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Fired Fire Captain Pleads Guilty to Killing Girlfriend, Her Young Son

A former California wildfire agency captain admits to murdering his girlfriend and her second-grade son in a premeditated attack.

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Lindenwold Man Convicted in Kidnapping, Attempted Murder of Ex-Girlfriend

Camden County man found guilty on multiple charges in connection with kidnapping and violent attack against former romantic partner.

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Man Enters Alford Plea in Attempted Kentucky Child Kidnapping Case

Defendant pleads guilty to attempted kidnapping while maintaining innocence in Kentucky court proceeding.

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Westmoreland Judge Rules Trial Error Didn't Impact Verdict in Loyalhanna Murders

Judge denies new trial motion, finding that evidentiary issue did not affect jury's decision in homicide case.

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Kidnapping Suspect Sentenced After Police Rescue Victim on I-26, DA Says

Law enforcement authorities in South Carolina rescued a kidnapping victim from a vehicle traveling on Interstate 26, leading to the suspect's conviction and sentencing.

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Dating App Predator Timothy Olson Sentenced for Kidnapping Woman in Franklin

Franklin woman was abducted and held captive by man she met through online dating platform, prosecutors say.

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Here's What Happens Next for Convicted Murderer Kouri Richins

Kouri Richins faces sentencing after being convicted of murdering her husband Darren in a Utah road rage shooting, with the possibility of life imprisonment.

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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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Man Sentenced in Attempted Abduction of 9-Year-Old at Lakewood Grocery Store

Colorado First Judicial District Attorney's Office announces sentencing in case involving attempted kidnapping of child at local supermarket.

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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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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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'Cool Mom' Convicted of Child Endangerment, Sexual Battery After Allegedly Hosting Teen Parties with Drinking, Sex Acts

Shannon O'Connor faces sentencing after being convicted on multiple felony charges stemming from parties at her California mansion where teens as young as 13 were allegedly pressured to drink and perform sex acts.

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Long Beach Man Sentenced to 15 Years to Life for Kidnapping and Sexual Assault in Huntington Beach

Orange County judge imposes maximum sentence on man convicted of kidnapping and sexual assault charges stemming from incident in Huntington Beach.

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West Virginia Father Pleads Guilty to Sexual Assault, Incest Against Minor Daughter

Clifford Fronda, 37, admits to multiple instances of abuse spanning 2022-2024; faces 45 to 115 years in prison

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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.