Shanda Vander Ark’s Older Son: Abuse Victim or Abuser?
Paul Ferguson, Shanda Vander Ark's older son, faces child abuse charges in connection with the death of his brother, Timothy. More
December 15, 2023
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Murder & Mayhem
Delve into the chilling realm of crime, where murder, mystery and chaos reign, and the ultimate battle for justice that follows.
Tortured Son Murder Trial Prosecutor: ‘Most difficult case I’ve ever had’
Describing work on the case as 'gut punch after gut punch,' prosecutor Matt Roberts reflected on trying Shanda Vander Ark's murder case. More
December 15, 2023
Judge sentences ‘stone-cold, violent murderer’ up to life in prison
The judge described Logan Clegg as a 'stone-cold, violent murderer' as he sentenced him to spend 50 years to life in prison for each murder. More
December 15, 2023
Shanda Vander Ark’s Lawyer: ‘This is the worst case I’ve ever handled’
Fred Johnson said that 'justice was done' after Shanda Vander Ark was found guilty of murdering her teen son with special needs. More
December 15, 2023
Tortured Son Murder Trial: Responding Officer Speaks to Court TV
Lt. Joel Hoeksema had to describe the video, rather than show it in court, because the judge deemed it too horrific. More
December 15, 2023
Tortured Son Murder Trial: Watch the Verdict
Shanda Vander Ark is found guilty of first-degree felony murder and first-degree child abuse in the death of her special needs son. More
December 15, 2023
Prosecutor on Shanda Vander Ark: ‘Timothy was no longer human to her’
State's rebuttal closing argument in the Tortured Son Murder Trial. Shanda Vander Ark faces charges related to the death of her son. More
December 15, 2023
Defense: ‘They caused this boy’s death but they didn’t intend to’
Shanda Vander Ark's defense attorney, Frederick Johnson, delivers his closing argument in the Tortured Son Murder Trial. More
December 15, 2023
Prosecutor: Imagine those being the last words you said to your child?
The very last words Shanda Vander Ark's special needs teenage son heard were: "See dummy! You don't need to open your mouth to breathe." More
December 15, 2023
Car Crash Vigilante Trial: Hannah Payne’s Sentencing
A judge sentenced Hannah Payne after a jury convicted her on all counts related to the shooting death of Kenneth Herring. More
December 15, 2023
Tortured Son Murder Trial: ‘Medical Issue’ Keeps Vander Ark From Court
Shanda Vander Ark, the mom accused in the torture and death of her special needs teen son, will not be in court today due to... More
December 15, 2023
Car Crash Vigilante Trial: GA v. Hannah Payne
Hannah Payne, 21, was sentenced to life in prison plus 13 years for shooting Kenneth Herring in the abdomen during a Georgia traffic dispute. More
December 15, 2023
Hannah Payne’s Attorney: ‘This Was All Done With Good Intentions’
Hannah Payne's attorney emphasized that his client's intentions were good as he asked the judge to offer her parole during sentencing. More
December 15, 2023
Prosecutor Asks Judge to Consider ‘The Real Hannah Payne’
The prosecutor said Hannah Payne's tears were 'only for herself' as she asked the judge to sentence her to life plus 15 years consecutively. More
December 15, 2023
Car Crash Vigilante Trial: Victim’s Siblings Deliver Emotional Statements
Kenneth Herring's sisters and brother gave emotional statements and asked the judge to sentence Hannah Payne to life without parole. More
December 15, 2023
Hannah Payne’s Attorney Forced to Apologize to Court
Hannah Payne's attorney was asked to apologize to the courtroom before sentencing after his tardiness caused proceedings to be delayed. More
December 15, 2023
Shanda Vander Ark Blames Son For Child’s Abuse
Shanda Vander Ark told the jury that her older son was behind the abuse that led to the death of her son with special needs. More
December 15, 2023
Charlie Adelson’s Jailhouse Calls: Did Donna Think She’d Get Away?
In jail phone calls, Donna Adelson can be heard telling her son, Charlie, that she is considering suicide after his conviction. More
December 15, 2023
Witness to Murder Trial: Day 3 Recap
Jacorey Taylor, a co-defendant, reluctantly testified against Brice Rhodes after he was threatened with contempt of court if he refused. More
December 15, 2023
Charlie Adelson is Bald in New Mugshot
A new mugshot shows convicted killer Charlie Adelson with a shaved head after he was sentenced to life in prison. More
December 15, 2023
Investigator: Stephen Smith’s Phone Previously Accessed
A former consultant for the Stephen Smith investigation said his phone had previously been accessed and his tablet destroyed. More
December 15, 2023
Tortured Son Murder Trial: Day 2 Recap
Shanda Vander Ark took the stand in her own defense, blaming her son Paul for much of the abuse that led to her other son's... More
December 14, 2023
Charlie Adelson Calls Jurors ‘Inbred’ In Jail Phone Call With Mom
In recorded phone calls from jail, Charlie Adelson didn't mince words about the jury that convicted him of murder. More
December 14, 2023
Tortured Son Murder Trial: Shanda Vander Ark’s Alleged Medical Conditions
During her testimony, Shanda Vander Ark claimed to suffer from various conditions that led to her losing her memory. More
December 14, 2023
Tortured Son Murder Trial: Shanda Vander Ark and Her Sons
Shanda Vander Ark and her son, Paul Ferguson's, testimony offer insight into what the family dynamics were like in the home. More
December 14, 2023
Suspect Charged With Murder of Detroit Synagogue President
Police say the suspect charged with killing Samantha Woll was a stranger who was committing home invasions in Detroit. More
December 14, 2023
Hannah Payne’s Attorney Talks to Court TV Before Sentencing
Hannah Payne's attorney described her as 'devastated' as he talked about what to expect at Friday's sentencing. More
December 14, 2023
Tortured Son Murder Trial: Vander Ark Vomits on the Stand
Shanda Vander Ark became violently ill during cross-examination after she was shown a photo of her son, whom she's accused of killing. More
December 14, 2023
From the Bench: Remaining Professional in the Face of Horror
Court TV's Ashley Willcott applauds the professionalism of attorneys on both sides in MI v. Shana Vander Ark in light of the awful facts. More
December 14, 2023
Witness Fearfully Says Brice Rhodes is Mastermind Behind Killings
On the stand, Jacorey Taylor says he was sitting in the backseat when Brice Rhodes killed Chris Jones, then decided to kill Larry Ordway and... More
December 14, 2023
