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Virginia teacher shot by 6-year-old awarded $10M in lawsuit battle over ignored gun warnings

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Virginia teacher shot by 6-year-old awarded $10M in lawsuit battle over ignored gun warnings

Virginia teacher shot by 6-year-old student 'thought she was dead' as bodycam emerges

Trials October 31

Virginia teacher shot by 6-year-old student 'thought she was dead' as bodycam emerges

Two teachers say Virginia school ignored warnings before 6-year-old shot educator

Virginia October 29

Two teachers say Virginia school ignored warnings before 6-year-old shot educator

Son learns fate years after brutal family murders in wealthy coastal enclave

Homicide October 23

Son learns fate years after brutal family murders in wealthy coastal enclave

FOX Nation

50 Cent opens up on being shot 9 times, explains how it 'shifted' his career

Fox Nation September 30

50 Cent opens up on being shot 9 times, explains how it 'shifted' his career

JonBenét Ramsey's father believes crucial progress being made to find daughter's killer

Fox Nation September 6

JonBenét Ramsey's father believes crucial progress being made to find daughter's killer

50 Cent partners with Fox Nation to take on true crime with new series this September

Fox Nation September 4

50 Cent partners with Fox Nation to take on true crime with new series this September

Amanda Knox: How one misunderstood text sparked suspicion in infamous murder case

Fox Nation August 20

Amanda Knox: How one misunderstood text sparked suspicion in infamous murder case

Hot Cases

Teen saw ‘devil in disguise’ John Wayne Gacy before her friend disappeared forever

15 mins ago

Teen saw ‘devil in disguise’ John Wayne Gacy before her friend disappeared forever

Robert Piest, 15, left work to meet contractor John Wayne Gacy about a job on his mother's birthday in 1978. He never came home and became Gacy's final known victim.

Former TV anchor charged with first-degree murder in stabbing death of 80-year-old mother: DA

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Former TV anchor charged with first-degree murder in stabbing death of 80-year-old mother: DA

Former TV anchor Angelynn Mock charged with first-degree murder in alleged stabbing death of her 80-year-old mother in Wichita home on Halloween.

Bryan Kohberger's restitution hearing ends with no decision, but prosecutor admits slip-up

3 days ago

Bryan Kohberger's restitution hearing ends with no decision, but prosecutor admits slip-up

Bryan Kohberger's lawyers argue he shouldn't pay full restitution in Idaho murders case. Hearing today focused on money owed to victims' families.

Alex Murdaugh slams new true-crime series depicting family's double murder: 'Misleading portrayals'

3 days ago

Alex Murdaugh slams new true-crime series depicting family's double murder: 'Misleading portrayals'

Alex Murdaugh slams a new Hulu drama series about his family murders, calling it "sensationalized" and inaccurate in an explosive statement from prison.

Photos show Bryan Kohberger's forgotten Ka-Bar knife sheath for first time

5 days ago

Photos show Bryan Kohberger's forgotten Ka-Bar knife sheath for first time

Over 2,300 pages of Idaho murders investigation records released, revealing DNA testing details and evidence that connected Bryan Kohberger to crime scene.

Former TV anchor accused of stabbing 80-year-old mother to death, told neighbor she did it to 'save herself'

5 days ago

Former TV anchor accused of stabbing 80-year-old mother to death, told neighbor she did it to 'save herself'

Former news anchor Angelynn Mock charged with first-degree murder after allegedly stabbing her 80-year-old mother to death in their Wichita home.

Bryan Kohberger's professor called out his 'assumption' about local cops before Idaho student murders

5 days ago

Bryan Kohberger's professor called out his 'assumption' about local cops before Idaho student murders

Bryan Kohberger's academic arrogance about "undertrained" police backfired when digital forensics experts exposed his Idaho student murder cover-up attempts.

'Queen of the serial killers' confessed to multiple murders after girlfriend's police betrayal

November 1

'Queen of the serial killers' confessed to multiple murders after girlfriend's police betrayal

Aileen Wuornos confessed to protect her girlfriend who betrayed her to police. Explore the tragic love story behind Florida's deadliest female serial killer.

Murder charges filed after 5-year-old's suspicious disappearance from his own neighborhood in Idaho

October 31

Murder charges filed after 5-year-old's suspicious disappearance from his own neighborhood in Idaho

Idaho prosecutors file murder charges four years after 5-year-old Michael Vaughan vanished from Fruitland neighborhood in 2021 disappearance case.

'House of horrors' suspect wants victim's new identity revealed; mom slams 'appalling' request: report

October 31

'House of horrors' suspect wants victim's new identity revealed; mom slams 'appalling' request: report

Connecticut woman demands court reveal stepson's new identity after alleged 20-year captivity case. Kimberly Sullivan claims constitutional right to confront accuser.

Idaho killer Bryan Kohberger gets money while claiming he can't pay victims: prosecutors

October 30

Idaho killer Bryan Kohberger gets money while claiming he can't pay victims: prosecutors

Convicted Idaho student murderer Bryan Kohberger received financial "compensation" from family and third parties while behind bars, prosecutors revealed in a court filing.

Daughter of Kentucky sheriff accused of gunning down judge slams online ‘gossip’ about dad

October 30

Daughter of Kentucky sheriff accused of gunning down judge slams online ‘gossip’ about dad

Shawn Stines' daughter defends family on social media amid murder trial for Kentucky courthouse shooting that killed District Judge Kevin Mullins.

Luigi Mangione gains prominence at federal jail where guards like him and inmates dub him 'ambassador': report

October 29

Luigi Mangione gains prominence at federal jail where guards like him and inmates dub him 'ambassador': report

Luigi Mangione has gained a prominent jail status as the UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect, earning respect through wealth and a high-profile case at a Brooklyn detention center.

Private investigator challenges Houston officials on bayou serial killer theory after 16 deaths this year

October 29

Private investigator challenges Houston officials on bayou serial killer theory after 16 deaths this year

Family raises concerns over autopsy errors in Kenneth Cutting Jr.'s case after 22-year-old found dead in Houston's Buffalo Bayou with undetermined cause of death.

Fugitive dad looked daughter in eye as he allegedly fled after mom’s murder, aunt says

October 28

Fugitive dad looked daughter in eye as he allegedly fled after mom’s murder, aunt says

Aaron Pennington allegedly shot his wife Breanne Pennington three times in Gardner, Massachusetts, then fled, leaving their four children with her body in 2023.

Amy Bradley disappearance sees 3 major new leads as investigators renew decades-old search: report

October 26

Amy Bradley disappearance sees 3 major new leads as investigators renew decades-old search: report

New leads emerge in Amy Bradley's 1998 cruise ship disappearance case after Netflix documentary reportedly generates hundreds of tips to FBI investigators.

Investigators uncover possible serial killer linked to women’s murders, missing TV anchor

October 25

Investigators uncover possible serial killer linked to women’s murders, missing TV anchor

Christopher Revak, suspected serial killer and person of interest in Jodi Huisentruit's disappearance, was identified as responsible for Deidre Harm's 2006 murder.

DC sniper's ex-wife reveals his chilling threat before killing spree

October 25

DC sniper's ex-wife reveals his chilling threat before killing spree

Dr. Mildred Muhammad, the ex-wife of D.C. sniper John Allen Muhammad, shares her harrowing story of domestic violence and terror in new true-crime documentary "Hunted by My Husband."

‘He knew how to swim’: Family rejects ‘accident’ as Houston bayou death mystery deepens

October 24

‘He knew how to swim’: Family rejects ‘accident’ as Houston bayou death mystery deepens

Family disputes police theory that Kenneth Cutting Jr. accidentally drowned in Buffalo Bayou, citing suspicious circumstances and his swimming ability.

Kohberger's lawyers say victims' families got enough money from GoFundMe donations already

October 21

Kohberger's lawyers say victims' families got enough money from GoFundMe donations already

Bryan Kohberger's lawyers ask judge to excuse $27,000 in payments to Idaho murder victims' families, citing GoFundMe donations already received.

Democrat mayor's 'gaslighting' amid serial killer fears called out by grieving family

October 20

Democrat mayor's 'gaslighting' amid serial killer fears called out by grieving family

Houston officials face mounting pressure as 16 bodies have been pulled from the city's bayous this year, sparking debate over whether a serial killer is targeting victims.

BTK killer's daughter calls him 'subhuman' after final prison confrontation ends relationship

October 19

BTK killer's daughter calls him 'subhuman' after final prison confrontation ends relationship

Kerri Rawson confronts her father Dennis Rader, the BTK killer, after nearly 20 years in prison, leading to her final decision to cut all contact with him.

Alex Murdaugh’s double life: How greed and corruption brought down Lowcountry legal empire

October 18

Alex Murdaugh’s double life: How greed and corruption brought down Lowcountry legal empire

Alex Murdaugh was sentenced to life in prison for murdering his wife and son, ending a legal dynasty after prosecutors uncovered millions in stolen funds.

Mother says alleged stalker who killed her daughter should be tried as an adult

October 17

Mother says alleged stalker who killed her daughter should be tried as an adult

The mother of Maria Niotis calls for justice after her teenage daughter and friend Isabella Salas died in a New Jersey crash involving an alleged juvenile stalker facing murder charges.

Teacher's 23-stab-wound death ruled suicide again despite expert claims of homicide

October 16

Teacher's 23-stab-wound death ruled suicide again despite expert claims of homicide

Ellen Greenberg's 2011 death ruling as suicide by 23 stab wounds faces continued scrutiny after new medical examiner reaffirms finding abandoned by original doctor.

Charles Manson follower imprisoned in Hollywood killings gets major ruling from governor

October 15

Charles Manson follower imprisoned in Hollywood killings gets major ruling from governor

Patricia Krenwinkel, one of Charles Manson’s most notorious followers, was once again denied parole as families of the Tate-LaBianca victims relive the horror that shocked America.

Wife charged with attempted murder after allegedly lacing husband's drink with poison: police

October 15

Wife charged with attempted murder after allegedly lacing husband's drink with poison: police

Cheryl Harris Gates faces attempted murder charges for allegedly spiking her husband's Celsius energy drink with prescription medications in North Carolina.

Bryan Kohberger took plea deal days after prosecutors listed his sister as potential witness

October 14

Bryan Kohberger took plea deal days after prosecutors listed his sister as potential witness

Court filings reveal Amanda Kohberger appeared on witness lists for both sides days before Bryan Kohberger accepted his plea deal to avoid trial.

Alex Murdaugh’s money man pays the price after admitting role in million-dollar crime scheme

October 13

Alex Murdaugh’s money man pays the price after admitting role in million-dollar crime scheme

Russell Laffitte gets 13-year sentence and must pay $3.5 million restitution for financial crimes that helped Alex Murdaugh conceal fraudulent schemes for years.

Doctor's double life exposed after hidden camera discovery leads to prison murder plot

October 11

Doctor's double life exposed after hidden camera discovery leads to prison murder plot

Dr. Justin Rutherford is in prison after pleading guilty to sexually abusing his stepson and another minor. While awaiting trial, he attempted to arrange his stepson's murder.

Former detective says string of Houston deaths may be linked to alleged ‘Smiley Face’ killer network

October 11

Former detective says string of Houston deaths may be linked to alleged ‘Smiley Face’ killer network

Houston authorities deny serial killer connections after 16 bodies recovered from bayous, while retired detective Kevin Gannon proposes controversial theory.

Surveillance video shows Bryan Kohberger's car roaring away after Idaho student murders

October 9

Surveillance video shows Bryan Kohberger's car roaring away after Idaho student murders

Bryan Kohberger pleaded guilty to killing Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle and Ethan Chapin and received four consecutive life sentences.

Daughter of notorious killer Dan Lafferty chooses forgiveness over hatred after decades of shame

October 4

Daughter of notorious killer Dan Lafferty chooses forgiveness over hatred after decades of shame

Rebecca Lafferty forgives her father Dan Lafferty, a convicted killer, to heal from trauma related to the 1984 murders of her aunt, Brenda Lafferty, and infant cousin, Erica.

Idaho judge calls Bryan Kohberger murder scene pictures ‘incredibly disturbing,’ blocks release

October 2

Idaho judge calls Bryan Kohberger murder scene pictures ‘incredibly disturbing,’ blocks release

An Idaho judge blocked the release of certain graphic images related to the murders of Ethan Chapin, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle and Kaylee Goncalves.

Texas woman with history of 5 marriages faces murder trial in husband's insulin death

September 29

Texas woman with history of 5 marriages faces murder trial in husband's insulin death

Prosecutors allege Sarah Hartsfield injected her diabetic husband Joseph with excessive insulin and delayed calling 911, leading to his death in January 2023.

‘Yogurt Shop Murders’ investigators lay out how they solved killings of four teen girls

September 29

‘Yogurt Shop Murders’ investigators lay out how they solved killings of four teen girls

Austin police solved the 1991 "Yogurt Shop Murders" after 34 years using advanced DNA testing that linked Robert Eugene Brashers to the deaths of four teenage girls.

Serial killer FBI informant tricked feds for years while preying on victims: former agent

September 28

Serial killer FBI informant tricked feds for years while preying on victims: former agent

Scott Kimball pleaded guilty to four murders while working as an FBI informant and was sentenced to 70 years in prison in 2009 for his crimes in Colorado.

Joseph Naso, ‘Alphabet Killer,’ paid twisted homage to executed ‘Red Light Bandit’: investigator

September 27

Joseph Naso, ‘Alphabet Killer,’ paid twisted homage to executed ‘Red Light Bandit’: investigator

Joseph Naso, the "Alphabet Killer," may have murdered victims with matching initials in homage to "Red Light Bandit" Caryl Chessman, according to cold case investigator Ken Mains.

Fugitive dad Travis Decker confirmed dead as DNA matches remains found in Washington state: officials

September 26

Fugitive dad Travis Decker confirmed dead as DNA matches remains found in Washington state: officials

Travis Decker, a military veteran who killed his daughters – ages 9, 8 and 5 – at a Washington campground, was found dead after a three-month search by authorities.

Haunting photos reveal University of Idaho students' home frozen in time after slayings

September 23

Haunting photos reveal University of Idaho students' home frozen in time after slayings

New crime scene photos from Idaho student murders reveal signs of normal college life interrupted, including food, keys, and personal items left behind in the home.

Brian Walshe assaulted in Massachusetts jail with makeshift weapon ahead of murder trial for wife's death

September 12

Brian Walshe assaulted in Massachusetts jail with makeshift weapon ahead of murder trial for wife's death

Massachusetts man Brian Walshe, charged with dismembering his wife Ana Walshe, was attacked with a makeshift weapon at Norfolk County jail on Thursday night.

Creepy selfies recovered from Idaho killer Bryan Kohberger's phone revealed

September 10

Creepy selfies recovered from Idaho killer Bryan Kohberger's phone revealed

Bryan Kohberger took numerous shirtless selfies in his apartment that were found on his phone after his arrest for the Idaho student murders.

Serial killer claims he murdered 26 women as new documentary reveals dark secrets

September 7

Serial killer claims he murdered 26 women as new documentary reveals dark secrets

Death row inmate William Noguera spent 10 years documenting Joseph Naso's confessions, helping investigators link the serial killer to cold cases across California.

JonBenet Ramsey's father asks Trump for help in daughter's unsolved murder case

September 7

JonBenet Ramsey's father asks Trump for help in daughter's unsolved murder case

JonBenet Ramsey's father is pushing for genetic genealogy testing to solve the 1996 murder case while criticizing the Boulder Police Department's investigation efforts.

'Untouchable' Alex Murdaugh compared to Ted Bundy for indignance at family murder sentencing

September 7

'Untouchable' Alex Murdaugh compared to Ted Bundy for indignance at family murder sentencing

Mark Tinsley represented Mallory Beach's family and testified that Alex Murdaugh used his family's century-long influence to manipulate his South Carolina community.

The ‘chance encounter’ and unbroken promise that changed the course of the Idaho student murders case

September 6

The ‘chance encounter’ and unbroken promise that changed the course of the Idaho student murders case

Forensics firm Othram provided crucial DNA evidence in the Idaho murders case, connecting victim families with justice as Bryan Kohberger pleaded guilty to avoid the death penalty.

Suspected serial killer abducted teen who chewed through bindings to escape

September 6

Suspected serial killer abducted teen who chewed through bindings to escape

Norma Countryman escaped suspected serial killer Warren Forrest at age 15 by chewing through bindings,. She's sharing her story in new true-crime podcast, "Stolen Voices of Dole Valley."

Gilgo Beach suspect Rex Heuermann loses bid to toss DNA evidence at upcoming murder trial

September 6

Gilgo Beach suspect Rex Heuermann loses bid to toss DNA evidence at upcoming murder trial

Rex Heuermann lost his bid to exclude DNA evidence linking him to seven Gilgo Beach serial killing victims found along Long Island's Ocean Parkway over two decades.

JonBenet Ramsey's dad presses for new law in decades-long hunt for daughter’s killer

September 6

JonBenet Ramsey's dad presses for new law in decades-long hunt for daughter’s killer

A new petition would align Colorado state law with a federal act ensuring victims' families can request cold case reviews when investigators fail to solve crimes.

Idaho killer left behind 'catastrophic' evidence that fast-tracked his capture, investigators reveal

September 5

Idaho killer left behind 'catastrophic' evidence that fast-tracked his capture, investigators reveal

Bryan Kohberger received four life sentences after pleading guilty to killing four University of Idaho students, with DNA evidence proving crucial to finding him.

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