UT v. Tracey Grist: The Family Trap Murder Trial
Tracey Grist was charged with criminal conspiracy and murder in the death of her son-in-law, Matthew Restelli, who was shot in her home. More
April 21, 2026
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‘I would never do that’: Tracey Grist denies involvement in son-in-law’s killing
Prosecutors have accused Tracey Grist of masterminding the murder of her son-in-law, Matthew Restelli, who was shot by Grist's son. More
April 20, 2026
Knife Placed in Victim’s Hand After Ambush in Son-in-Law Murder: Expert
Forensic expert Patrick Zirpoli testified that Matthew Restelli’s murder scene evidence suggests a knife was placed in his hand post-mortem. More
April 17, 2026
Murder Plot Foreshadowing: Tracey Grist’s Search History Includes Adelson Family
As Tracey Grist stands trial in connection with the murder of her son-in-law, evidence shows she searched for details on the Adelson family. More
April 17, 2026
‘I Should’ve Said No’: Convicted Killer Regrets Killing Victim for His Mom
A conversation between Kevin Ellis and his sister is played in court. Ellis said “I should’ve said no" to Tracey Grist's alleged murder plot. More
April 17, 2026
‘Matt Is Dead’: Tracey Grist Informs Victim’s Family of Killing
The jury hears phone calls between defendant Tracey Grist and victim Matthew Restelli’s family, where Grist tells them, "Matt is dead." More
April 17, 2026
‘Armed Intruder With Knife’: Defense Attorney’s Claim in Son-in-Law Murder Trial
The court viewed bodycam footage of Kevin Ellis’ police interview, where Ellis’ attorney described Matthew Restelli as an “armed intruder." More
April 16, 2026
Perforated Organs: Medical Examiner Details Gunshot Wounds in Brother-in-Law Murder Case
Dr. Amanda Ho, the medical examiner who performed the autopsy on Matthew Restelli, detailed the extensive injuries inflicted by Kevin Ellis. More
April 15, 2026
‘He Had a Knife and My Son, Kevin Shot Him’: Tracey Grist Text
The jury sees text messages between Tracey Grist and her neighbor, Kaitlyn Laney. Grist texted, "He had a knife and my son, Kevin shot him.” More
April 15, 2026
Kathryn Restelli testifies husband’s murder started ‘as a joke’ in mom’s trial
Kathryn Restelli testified that she didn't want to go through with killing her husband, but her mother, Tracey Grist, said she didn't care. More
April 15, 2026
Inside the Murder Plot: Daughter Says She Helped Plan Husband’s Death with Mom
Kathryn Restelli details the planning she and her mom, Tracey Grist, made regarding the ambush and murder of her husband, Matthew Restelli. More
April 14, 2026
‘Messy Deal’ Gone Wrong… ‘One Guy Murdered a Guy’: Defense
Tracey Grist’s defense attorney presented their opening statement, emphasizing that Kevin Ellis is entirely culpable. More
April 14, 2026
He Walked In — Then Was Shot 7 Times: State
The State says Matthew Restelli showed up to Tracey Grist's home and within mere moments he was shot seven times by his brother-in-law. More
April 14, 2026
Trial Dates Set in Twisted Microsoft Exec Murder Case
Shanna Gardner and Mario Fernandez Saldana, who are charged with the murder-for-hire killing of Jared Bridegan, will stand trial separately. More
April 9, 2026
Shanna Gardner and husband get trial dates for Jared Bridegan’s murder
Shanna Gardner and her husband, Mario Fernandez Saldana, will be tried separately with different juries back-to-back. More
April 9, 2026
‘You Stole a Lifetime of Memories’ From Victim’s Kids: Impact Statement
Victim Matthew Restelli’s younger brother told Kevin Ellis, “You stole a lifetime of memories from them,” referring to Matthew’s children. More
March 31, 2026
Lured to His Death: Man Gets 20 Years for Killing Brother-in-Law
Kevin Ellis, who was convicted of killing his brother-in-law, Matthew Restelli, was sentenced to at least 20 years in prison. More
March 31, 2026
Kevin Ellis admits ‘I should have said no’ in jail call played at sentencing
Kevin Ellis was sentenced to consecutive prison terms after he was convicted in the shooting death of his brother-in-law, Matthew Restelli. More
March 31, 2026
Judge Frustrated as Bridegan Murder Case Unravels
A judge expressed frustration over mounting issues in the trial plan for Jared Bridegan’s murder case after a key witness changed course. More
March 31, 2026
Judge: Trial plan for Jared Bridegan’s murder ‘doesn’t make any sense’
Prosecutors want to select two juries simultaneously, which would then decide Shanna Gardner and Mario Fernandez's cases separately. More
March 31, 2026
2nd Trial, Final Verdict: Jeffrey Spence Found Guilty of Daughter’s Boyfriend’s Murder
Jeffrey Spence, who was standing trial for a second time for killing his daughter's boyfriend, was found guilty of first-degree murder. More
March 28, 2026
Jeffrey Spence facing retrial for allegedly killing daughter’s boyfriend
Jeffrey Spence faces a second trial on charges he murdered his daughter's boyfriend after his first trial ended with a deadlocked jury. More
March 22, 2026
Microsoft exec’s accused killer to stay jailed despite alleged gunman’s new story
A judge ruled that Mario Fernandez Saldana will stay behind bars before he stands trial for the murder of Microsoft executive Jared Bridegan. More
March 12, 2026
Judge shows no mercy for Nikita Casap at sentencing for parents’ murders
Nikita Casap pleaded guilty to the brutal murders of his mother and stepfather as part of a plot to assassinate President Donald Trump. More
March 5, 2026
Docs: Shanna Gardner imagined slitting ex’s throat in texts
Prosecutors released text messages they say show Shanna Gardner asking her friends for help in killing her ex-husband. More
March 2, 2026
Henry Tenon Changes Plea To Not Guilty In Jared Bridegan’s Murder
Henry Tenon appeared in court, where he changed his plea to "not guilty" in the shooting death of Microsoft executive Jared Bridegan. More
February 17, 2026
Henry Tenon withdraws guilty plea in Jared Bridegan’s murder
Henry Tenon changed his plea to not guilty in Jared Bridegan's murder, meaning his case will proceed to trial. More
February 17, 2026
Charlie Adelson’s Attorney Argues Biased Jury Should Void Trial
Charlie Adelson's attorney argued that his client's murder trial should have been moved out of Tallahassee. More
February 3, 2026
Charlie Adelson’s attorney fights for new trial, pointing to biased jury
Charlie Adelson's attorneys are pushing for a new trial after his 2023 conviction for the murder-of-hire of FSU law professor Dan Markel. More
February 3, 2026
Brendan Banfield Says He ‘Didn’t Stop’ Au Pair Advances
On the stand, Brendan Banfield describes how texting, dating apps and a late-night conversation led to an affair with the family au pair. More
January 28, 2026
