Details in Christopher Scholtes’ death revealed in ME report
Christopher Scholtes died by suicide on the day he was supposed to be taken into custody after pleading guilty in his daughter's death. More
December 17, 2025
Murder & Mayhem
Delve into the chilling realm of crime, where murder, mystery and chaos reign, and the ultimate battle for justice that follows.
Nick Reiner in court as arraignment delayed in killing of his parents
UPDATE: Nick Reiner did not enter a plea as he appeared in court behind a glass wall; his arraignment was postponed until January. More
December 17, 2025
Jury deliberates in Maya Hernandez’s trial for son’s hot car death
The jury is deliberating after both sides clashed over what Maya Hernandez knew and when she knew it during closing arguments. More
December 17, 2025
Nick Reiner, represented by Alan Jackson, to face first-degree murder charges
UPDATE: Prosecutors announced that Nick Reiner will be charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of his parents. More
December 16, 2025
Las Vegas teens sentenced for deadly hit-and-run
Jesus Ayala and Jzamir Keys were sentenced after pleading guilty to second-degree murder in the death of Andreas Probst. More
December 16, 2025
Maya Hernandez testifies in trial for son’s hot car death
Maya Hernandez, accused in her son's hot car death, tearfully recounted her version of events during the final day of testimony in her trial. More
December 16, 2025
Jason Banegas spared death penalty in murder of Fla. police officer
Jason Banegas pleaded guilty to first-degree murder and other charges in the death of Hollywood Police Officer Yandy Chirino. More
December 15, 2025
Police search for Brown University gunman who killed 2, injured 9
UPDATE: Authorities released a new video timeline and a slightly clearer image of a possible suspect in a shooting at Brown University. More
December 15, 2025
Rob Reiner’s son Nick arrested after director and his wife found dead
UPDATE: Jail records show that Nick Reiner is in custody after his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Reiner, were killed. More
December 15, 2025
Witness: Maya Hernandez was getting BBL while child died in car
In a recorded interview after her arrest for her son's death, Maya Hernandez told police, 'I didn't leave him in there to die.' More
December 15, 2025
MA v. Brian Walshe: The Disappearance of Ana Walshe Murder Trial
UPDATE: A jury convicted Brian Walshe of first-degree murder in the death of his wife, Ana Walshe, whose body has never been found. More
December 15, 2025
Defendants who avoided trial with a plea in 2025
Not all cases head to trial: Bryan Kohberger, Stephan Sterns and other high-profile defendants opted to avoid a jury and plead guilty. More
December 13, 2025
Fmr. sheriff admits shooting judge, but says he ‘lacked capacity to intend’
Former Sheriff Shawn 'Mickey' Stines has said he plans to use an insanity defense when his murder case proceeds to trial. More
December 12, 2025
Woman who killed parents sends handwritten note to judge before sentencing
Mia Bailey pleaded guilty to murdering her parents, Joseph and Gail Bailey, and trying to kill her brother. More
December 12, 2025
Judge sets $2M bail for Ore. man charged with murdering girlfriend
The victim's family said they were scared of Jerod Norman at an emotional hearing; Norman is accused of killing his girlfriend, Mariah King. More
December 12, 2025
Jury sees Maya Hernandez sob after learning of son’s death in interview
As authorities informed her that her son had died, Maya Hernandez began sobbing in the recorded interview. More
December 11, 2025
Affidavits detail Rebecca Park was alive as baby was cut from her
Affidavits detail that Cortney Bartholomew said Rebecca Park was killed in an alleged revenge plot with multiple motives. More
December 11, 2025
Kentucky State shooting suspect identified as parent of student
UPDATE: Jacob Bard, the suspect in a shooting at Kentucky State University, has been identified as a parent of a student. More
December 11, 2025
Dustin Duren gets 45 years to life for girlfriend’s murder
Dustin Duren was sentenced to 45 years to life for killing Caitlyn Naffziger while she held their daughter. He fled with both children after the shooting. More
December 11, 2025
Judge to decide degree of media access in Charlie Kirk killing case
A Utah judge is weighing the public's right to know details in Tyler Robinson's case against his attorneys' concerns. More
December 11, 2025
Defendant allegedly said she became ‘paranoid’ when victim asked for scissors
Jamica Mills is charged with first-degree reckless homicide in the death of Ariel Spillner, a pharmacy student. More
December 10, 2025
Witness compares Vegas teen accused of intentionally causing crash to terrorists
19-year-old Jose Gutierrez's defense has suggested that the teen suffered a seizure before crashing into a line of cars. More
December 10, 2025
Witnesses say Maya Hernandez failed to get help for sons left in hot car
A witness said that Maya Hernandez failed to call 911 for at least 15 minutes after finding her sons in distress. More
December 10, 2025
Son arrested in stabbing death of Grammy-nominated singer Jubilant Sykes
Authorities say Grammy-nominated singer Jubilant Sykes was stabbed to death at his home in Santa Monica, California, and his son was arrested on suspicion of murder. More
December 10, 2025
Sarah Jo Pender asks for mercy 25 years after double murder conviction
Sarah Jo Pender asked a judge for a second chance at freedom during an emotional hearing 25 years after her double murder conviction. More
December 9, 2025
Gun, handwritten notes and clothes: See the evidence against Luigi Mangione
Prosecutors released photos of evidence in their case against Luigi Mangione, including handwritten to-do lists and maps. More
December 9, 2025
Two men sentenced to life in prison in Home Invasion Hoax Murder Trial
Carlos Hernandez and Joshua Zuazo were sentenced to life in prison for the murder of Hussein Murray. More
December 9, 2025
Judge warns Ky. couple they could face death penalty
Shawn and Nancy Durbin are charged with murder in the death of Bobby Pennington, who allegedly was thrown from the couple's balcony. More
December 9, 2025
Sentencing date set for Shelby Nealy for murders of in-laws
UPDATE: Following a Spencer hearing, a judge set a sentencing date of April 10 for Shelby Nealy, who pleaded guilty to killing his in-laws. More
December 8, 2025
Missing Amanda Dean’s boyfriend pleads guilty in connection with her death
Frederick Reer faces sentencing in 2026 after pleading guilty to involuntary manslaughter in the death and disappearance of Amanda Dean. More
December 8, 2025