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Murderous mom Susan Smith told love interest she is ‘ready to go’ ahead of parole hearing: report

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Murderous mom Susan Smith told love interest she is ‘ready to go’ ahead of parole hearing: report

Man executed two police officers likely over prior traffic stop: officials

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Man executed two police officers likely over prior traffic stop: officials

Mistrial declared in Karen Read murder trial for killing of cop boyfriend

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Mistrial declared in Karen Read murder trial for killing of cop boyfriend

Buster Murdaugh sues Netflix, others over Stephen Smith murder allegations

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Buster Murdaugh sues Netflix, others over Stephen Smith murder allegations

What Bryan Kohberger’s court seating says about lawyer's confidence: experts

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What Bryan Kohberger’s court seating says about lawyer's confidence: experts

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What's next for Karen Read?

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What's next for Karen Read?

Karen Read murder case ends in mistrial with ‘deeply divided’ jury

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Karen Read murder case ends in mistrial with ‘deeply divided’ jury

What Bryan Kohberger’s courtroom seating says about his lawyer’s confidence: experts

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What Bryan Kohberger’s courtroom seating says about his lawyer’s confidence: experts

Family desperate for return of relative who joined 7M, 'brainwashing cult' behind viral TikTok dancing videos

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Family desperate for return of relative who joined 7M, 'brainwashing cult' behind viral TikTok dancing videos

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Fox Nation premieres 'Surviving a Serial Killer' with Harris Faulkner

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Fox Nation premieres 'Surviving a Serial Killer' with Harris Faulkner

Fox Nation special spotlights raids on P Diddy's properties, resurfaces details on death of mother to 3 kids

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Fox Nation special spotlights raids on P Diddy's properties, resurfaces details on death of mother to 3 kids

James Patterson's new true crime series to spotlight three riveting unsolved murder mysteries

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James Patterson's new true crime series to spotlight three riveting unsolved murder mysteries

Jurors speak out about Alex Murdaugh case twist: There was 'no pressure' to reach a verdict

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Jurors speak out about Alex Murdaugh case twist: There was 'no pressure' to reach a verdict

Hot Cases

The kidnapping case of 1-month-old Peter Weinberger from July 4, 1956

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The kidnapping case of 1-month-old Peter Weinberger from July 4, 1956

Angelo LaMarco confessed to the kidnapping and killing of infant Peter Weinberger. He abducted the baby and left a ransom note on July 4, 1956.

FBI uncovers new lead in murder of New Mexico musician 'taken' from motel, mom says

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FBI uncovers new lead in murder of New Mexico musician 'taken' from motel, mom says

The FBI has a new lead in the cold case murder of New Mexico 23-year-old Zachariah Shorty, who disappeared from a motel under suspicious circumstances.

What happened to Gene Siller? The story of beloved Georgia golf pro

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What happened to Gene Siller? The story of beloved Georgia golf pro

Bryan Rhoden shot and killed Gene Siller on July 3, 2021. Rhoden pleaded guilty to 17 charges, including malice murder and felony murder; he killed two others the same day.

What happened to Jason Landry? Texas pastor prays for answers after son's mysterious disappearance

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What happened to Jason Landry? Texas pastor prays for answers after son's mysterious disappearance

After Texas State student Jason Landry vanished on his way home for Christmas, police found his wrecked car, his wallet and his phone – but no signs of him.

Illegal immigrant indicted for Rachel Morin's murder in 'crucial step': family's lawyer

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Illegal immigrant indicted for Rachel Morin's murder in 'crucial step': family's lawyer

An illegal immigrant from El Salvador has been indicted for the murder and rape of a Maryland mother five, according to court records.

Murderous mom Susan Smith told suitor in jailhouse call she is ‘ready to go’ ahead of parole hearing: report

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Murderous mom Susan Smith told suitor in jailhouse call she is ‘ready to go’ ahead of parole hearing: report

Susan Smith gained notoriety when she blamed a Black man before admitting she drowned her children in a lake. She is up for parole in November and told one suitor she is "ready to go."

Man executed two Connecticut police officers likely over prior traffic stop: officials

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Man executed two Connecticut police officers likely over prior traffic stop: officials

A Connecticut man lured two cops to his home in 2022 with a fake 911 call and executed them at point-blank range, likely over a prior traffic stop, a new report concluded.

What's next for Karen Read?

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What's next for Karen Read?

After a deadlocked jury in Karen Read's conspiracy-or-murder case forced a mistrial, the saga could go several ways, and it all depends on what the prosecution chooses to do

Karen Read murder case ends in mistrial with ‘deeply divided’ jury

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Karen Read murder case ends in mistrial with ‘deeply divided’ jury

Years of tensions, mudslinging and conspiracies remains deadlocked because of "deeply held convictions" in murder trial of Karen Read, the jury's note says.

Missing Georgia firefighters found dead in baffling circumstances: police

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Missing Georgia firefighters found dead in baffling circumstances: police

In a Georgia mother's worst nightmare, the bodies of her missing son and his ex-girlfriend were found Sunday in Tennessee after a desperate weekslong search.

The disappearance of Charley Ross, the first known victim of kidnapping for ransom in US

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The disappearance of Charley Ross, the first known victim of kidnapping for ransom in US

Four-year-old Charley Ross was taken but kidnappers on July 1, 1874. The young boy was the first victim of ransom in the United States. He was never returned.

Utah family desperate for answers after man vanishes before lunch date with mom: 'He matters'

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Utah family desperate for answers after man vanishes before lunch date with mom: 'He matters'

Justin Hooiman vanished after making plans to meet his mom for lunch in Salt Lake City in November 2017 – now police are looking into a potential homicide.

New Jersey woman was warned about 'strange' ex-boyfriend before murder, dad says

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New Jersey woman was warned about 'strange' ex-boyfriend before murder, dad says

Stephanie Parze's murder is explored in the true-crime series "Deadly Influence." It delves into the underbelly of social media, exploring the dark reality of toxic online communities.

Bryan Kohberger trial set to begin June 2025 in Idaho murders case

June 27

Bryan Kohberger trial set to begin June 2025 in Idaho murders case

Bryan Kohberger, the Idaho student murders suspect, returned to court in Moscow, Idaho, for a scheduling conference as he awaits trial in a quadruple murder.

What Bryan Kohberger’s courtroom seating says about his lawyer’s confidence: experts

June 27

What Bryan Kohberger’s courtroom seating says about his lawyer’s confidence: experts

Where an attorney chooses to sit in court shows a lot about how they feel about their client, or at least how they want it perceived, according to legal experts.

Missing North Carolina girl Madalina Cojocari's search focuses attention on new suspect

June 26

Missing North Carolina girl Madalina Cojocari's search focuses attention on new suspect

Police officially named a suspect in the missing person case of 11-year-old Madalina Cojocari, who was last seen getting off a school bus in November 2022.

'Uncooperative' Texas teen found covered in someone else's dried blood after car wreck: sheriff

June 26

'Uncooperative' Texas teen found covered in someone else's dried blood after car wreck: sheriff

An 18-year-old was found covered in someone else's dried blood after a car wreck, and it did not come from the accident, according to the sheriff and a local report.

Ph.D. student specializing in depression charged with killing friend’s infant while babysitting twins

June 26

Ph.D. student specializing in depression charged with killing friend’s infant while babysitting twins

A Ph.D. student, who was about to receive her degree, faces several criminal charges in the death of her friend's baby and alleged abuse of his twin.

Florida's top prosecutor bets on deck of cards to solve state's coldest cases

June 26

Florida's top prosecutor bets on deck of cards to solve state's coldest cases

Florida inmates are about to receive decks of playing cards that feature information on unsolved homicides and missing persons to help authorities crack the state's toughest cold cases.

12-year-old boy's death at controversial wilderness therapy camp ruled homicide by asphyxiation: autopsy

June 25

12-year-old boy's death at controversial wilderness therapy camp ruled homicide by asphyxiation: autopsy

The autopsy for a 12-year-old boy who died at a controversial wilderness camp in North Carolina shows he died of "smothering." His death was ruled a homicide.

Utah father of 6 kills wife in murder-suicide after cryptic Facebook post

June 25

Utah father of 6 kills wife in murder-suicide after cryptic Facebook post

A Utah businessman shot his wife twice before turning the gun on himself, leaving six children orphaned, according to police.

Rachel Morin's mom rips Biden's indifference to border crisis: He's in an 'ivory tower'

June 25

Rachel Morin's mom rips Biden's indifference to border crisis: He's in an 'ivory tower'

Crimefighting icon John Walsh rips 'incredible travesty' of sex trafficking at US-Mexico border

June 25

Crimefighting icon John Walsh rips 'incredible travesty' of sex trafficking at US-Mexico border

The "America's Most Wanted" host shared a border security warning outside the sixth annual Critics Choice Real TV Awards, where he was honored for career work.

Florida firefighter kills new wife in murder-suicide after ominous Facebook post

June 24

Florida firefighter kills new wife in murder-suicide after ominous Facebook post

Florida first responder Shawn Yarbrough fatally shot his wife before turning the gun on himself weeks after she said his job was taking a toll on him.

Family of South Carolina bride killed on her wedding night awarded $1.3m settlement

June 22

Family of South Carolina bride killed on her wedding night awarded $1.3m settlement

Family of a South Carolina bride killed on her wedding night, allegedly by a drunken driver, was awarded a $1.3 million partial settlement, according to local media reports.

California mom who faked kidnapping acts like hoax 'never existed' as 'blindsided' husband breaks silence

June 22

California mom who faked kidnapping acts like hoax 'never existed' as 'blindsided' husband breaks silence

Keith Papini, the ex-husband of Sherri Papini, is breaking his silence about the kidnapping hoax that rocked their Redding, California, community.

Family desperate for return of relative who joined 7M, 'brainwashing cult' behind viral TikTok dancing videos

June 22

Family desperate for return of relative who joined 7M, 'brainwashing cult' behind viral TikTok dancing videos

A new docuseries sheds light on what an expert believes is a growing "brainwashing cult" that operates under the guise of a religion, which is spreading throughout the country

Rachel Morin's accused killer appears in court, denied bail

June 21

Rachel Morin's accused killer appears in court, denied bail

The illegal immigrant accused of of the savage rape and murder of Rachel Morin hid out at a relative's home in Maryland for months, authorities said.

FBI identifies convicted serial rapist as suspect in cold-case national park double murder

June 20

FBI identifies convicted serial rapist as suspect in cold-case national park double murder

The killer identified as responsible for murdering two women in Shenandoah National Park, Virginia died in prison in 2018, the FBI said.

Menendez brothers serving life for parents' shotgun slayings aim for new chance at freedom

June 20

Menendez brothers serving life for parents' shotgun slayings aim for new chance at freedom

Los Angeles brothers Erik and Lyle Menendez, convicted of killing their parents, could soon leave prison if they succeed in having their sentences reduced.

June 20

State trooper's vulgar texts about 'babe' murder suspect could affect other high-profile case, expert warns

A law expert said a Massachusetts state trooper's vulgar texts about a murder suspect could negatively affect future cases, including another high-profile homicide

Grieving father says daughter planned to leave plastic surgeon charged in her death: 'he saw an opportunity'

June 20

Grieving father says daughter planned to leave plastic surgeon charged in her death: 'he saw an opportunity'

The Florida physician charged with the death of his wife deliberately let her die after she overdosed on lidocaine, the victim's heartbroken father alleges.

Texas mom of 4 found hanging from dock in staged suicide: police

June 19

Texas mom of 4 found hanging from dock in staged suicide: police

The body of Texas mom Giselle Tapia-Salazar was found tied to a dock near her boyfriend's boat last month in what police described as a staged suicide.

Florida detectives solve 37-year-old cold case murder of former firefighter

June 18

Florida detectives solve 37-year-old cold case murder of former firefighter

The Miramar Police Department in Florida announced the identity of one of the men responsible for the death of a former firefighter 37 years ago.

Texas court orders Kaitlin Armstrong to pay murder victim's family $15M

June 17

Texas court orders Kaitlin Armstrong to pay murder victim's family $15M

Kaitlin Armstrong, who was convicted last November of murdering pro cyclist Anna Moriah "Mo" Wilson in May 2022, was ordered to pay the victim's family $15 million.

New York teen's murder photos went viral, prompting mom to help change law: 'Can't let that picture be online'

June 16

New York teen's murder photos went viral, prompting mom to help change law: 'Can't let that picture be online'

Bianca Devins, a social media influencer from Utica, New York, was killed in 2019 after attending a concert in New York City. She met her murderer, Brandon Andrew Clark, on Instagram.

'I-70 Strangler' remains mysterious Midwest boogeyman, but private investigator has theory

June 16

'I-70 Strangler' remains mysterious Midwest boogeyman, but private investigator has theory

An Indiana serial killer who buried about 10,000 remains in his home is believed to be the faceless "I-70 Strangler," which started with a PI in 1977

South Carolina true crime podcast helps police make breakthrough in 50-year-old murder of ‘Mr. X’

June 14

South Carolina true crime podcast helps police make breakthrough in 50-year-old murder of ‘Mr. X’

Brad Willis, a former local journalist in South Carolina and host of the "Murder, Etc." podcast, is being credited with helping to ID a 1975 cold-case murder victim.

Rex Heuermann update: Lawyer for family of woman who kicked off Gilgo Beach search discusses new evidence

June 13

Rex Heuermann update: Lawyer for family of woman who kicked off Gilgo Beach search discusses new evidence

Long Island attorney John Ray discusses what he says is new "important" evidence in the Gilgo Beach murders case and the suspected serial killer Rex Heuermann.

Woman accused of killing her boyfriend in suitcase says her 8th lawyer has 'snotty attitude'

June 12

Woman accused of killing her boyfriend in suitcase says her 8th lawyer has 'snotty attitude'

A woman accused of stuffing her boyfriend in a suitcase and letting him die forced her eighth lawyer since February 2020 to quit in a series of bizarre behaviors.

Pamela Smart says in prison video why her 'warped logic' is wrong as she takes ownership of husband's murder

June 12

Pamela Smart says in prison video why her 'warped logic' is wrong as she takes ownership of husband's murder

For the first time in decades, Pamela Smart took responsibility for her husband's murder in a videotaped statement from prison obtained by Fox News Digtial

North Carolina parents live carefree life after not reporting disappearance of daughter still missing

June 12

North Carolina parents live carefree life after not reporting disappearance of daughter still missing

Diana Cojocari and Christopher Palmiter have returned to their Cornelius, N.C., home while their daughter, Madalina Cojocari, remains missing. She disappeared in November 2022.

Gabby Petito urged Brian Laundrie to 'stop crying' in love letter to her killer released by FBI

June 10

Gabby Petito urged Brian Laundrie to 'stop crying' in love letter to her killer released by FBI

FBI reveals letter from Gabby Petito to Brian Laundrie, where slain travel blogger implored him to 'stop crying and stop calling me names' before tragedy.

The anniversary of Jaycee Dugard's kidnapping: Where she and her daughters are now

June 10

The anniversary of Jaycee Dugard's kidnapping: Where she and her daughters are now

Jaycee Dugard was held captive for 18 years of her life. Since her rescue, she has released two books, "A Stolen Life" and "Freedom: My Book of Firsts."

Indiana serial killer made concerning purchase before burying 10,000 pieces of remains at home: family friend

June 9

Indiana serial killer made concerning purchase before burying 10,000 pieces of remains at home: family friend

An Indiana serial killer, Herb Baumeister, is believed to have killed at least 25 people and buried over 10,000 pieces of human remains on his 18-acre property.

Amanda Knox 'flabbergasted' after Italian Supreme Court conviction in slander case

June 8

Amanda Knox 'flabbergasted' after Italian Supreme Court conviction in slander case

Amanda Knox says she was "flabbergasted" Wednesday when the Italian Supreme Court convicted her of slandering former boss Patrick Lumumba over Meredith Kercher's 2007 murder.

Virginia woman wanted for 'heinous' triple homicide arrested after high-speed police chase in NY

June 7

Virginia woman wanted for 'heinous' triple homicide arrested after high-speed police chase in NY

Virginia woman Alyssa Jane Venable, 23, who was wanted for the triple homicide of three of her roommates was captured in New York Thursday after a high-speed police chase.

Suspected Long Island serial killer's notes outlined meticulous murder plot: court docs

June 7

Suspected Long Island serial killer's notes outlined meticulous murder plot: court docs

Suspected serial killer Rex Heuermann allegedly kept meticulous notes on how to kill and get away with it and thought he deleted them. Cops recovered the file.

Gilgo Beach serial killer suspect allegedly has more victims, hunting grounds than police first imagined

June 6

Gilgo Beach serial killer suspect allegedly has more victims, hunting grounds than police first imagined

Suspected Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann returned to court Thursday as New York prosecutors continue to expand the charges against him.

Cherrie Mahan’s mom reacts to woman claiming to be girl who vanished from school bus stop nearly 40 years ago

June 6

Cherrie Mahan’s mom reacts to woman claiming to be girl who vanished from school bus stop nearly 40 years ago

Cherrie Mahan was last seen on Feb. 22, 1985, on Cornplanter Road in Winfield Township, Butler County, Pennsylvania.