Dad Who Tried to Kill His Family Learns His Fate
Jeffery Smerer, who pleaded guilty to killing his son and shooting and injuring two of his other children was sentenced on Monday. More
June 30, 2026
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Killer Parents
Often met with shock and outrage, this type of crime is considered one of the most heinous, which refers to parents or caregivers who intentionally cause the death of their own kids, whether through physical violence, neglect or other means.
Alex Murdaugh’s Next Chapter Begins in Court
Alex Murdaugh, whose 2023 double murder convictions were overturned, had his trial date tentatively set for April 5, 2027. More
June 29, 2026
Alex Murdaugh claims unknown male DNA was under slain wife’s nails
Alex Murdaugh is facing a retrial on charges he murdered his wife and son after the S.C. Supreme Court overturned his conviction. More
June 25, 2026
Prosecutors ask NH Supreme Court to reinstate Adam Montgomery’s conviction
The N.H. Supreme Court previously overturned Adam Montgomery's murder conviction after finding his charges were improperly joined. More
June 25, 2026
Alleged juror misconduct forces mistrial for mom accused of starving daughter to death
An Indiana judge scheduled McClure's retrial to begin in August after declaring a mistrial just days into the murder trial. More
June 24, 2026
Mom who killed child during at-home ‘baptism’ will not serve any jail time
Precious Bland was charged with the murder of her 15-month-old daughter after allegedly drowning her in a bathtub. More
June 24, 2026
Killer’s mom says she’s ‘proud of him’ at sentencing for 3-year-old’s murder
Joshua Manns was sentenced after pleading no contest to multiple charges, including murder, in the death of Jameson Nance. More
June 22, 2026
Child Killer Sentenced to 60 Years for Death of 3-Year-Old
Joshua Manns was sentenced to 60 years in prison for the 2021 death of three-year-old Jameson Nance, who was his girlfriend's son. More
June 22, 2026
Becky Hill fights to get Alex Murdaugh’s lawsuit dismissed
The Supreme Court ordered Alex Murdaugh's conviction to be tossed out over alleged inappropriate comments to the jury. More
June 19, 2026
Accused Killer Mom Case: Attorneys Argue Over What Jury Will See & Hear
Lindsay Clancy, who is charged with murder in the deaths of her three young children in their home, attended a hearing before her trial. More
June 18, 2026
Defense fights ‘voodoo forensics’ in Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial
At a hearing ahead of Lindsay Clancy's murder trial, her defense attorney fought back against prosecutors' plan to introduce a demonstration. More
June 18, 2026
Florida man avoids death penalty after 3-year-old found beaten, stabbed
Joshua Manns pleaded no contest to multiple charges, including murder, in the death of 3-year-old Jameson Nance. More
June 18, 2026
Father sentenced for murder of daughter forced to live in bathroom
A jury convicted William McCue on charges of felony murder, rape, child molestation and incest following a fire at his home. More
June 15, 2026
Mother called starving daughter ‘Evil,’ ‘Chunkers’ before death from malnutrition: DA
Toni McClure has pleaded not guilty to murder and other charges in the death of her daughter, 5-year-old Kinsleigh Welty. More
June 14, 2026
No new trial for Shanda Vander Ark, who starved teen son to death
Shanda Vander Ark was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole in the starvation death of her son, Timothy. More
June 12, 2026
College student asks for bond while awaiting trial for death of infant found in trash
Brianna Moore has been behind bars since Oct. 2024 on charges she killed her newborn infant who was found in a trash can. More
June 12, 2026
NH Supreme Court tosses Adam Montgomery’s murder conviction
Adam Montgomery had been found guilty of killing his 5-year-old daughter, Harmony, and disposing of her body. More
June 11, 2026
Prosecutors: Clancy 911 call proves mom killed kids deliberately
Lindsay Clancy has not denied killing her young children but has argued that she was in the throes of postpartum psychosis at the time. More
June 11, 2026
Woman pleads guilty to killing husband found in carport, wrapped in plastic
Deana Thetford initially told police that her husband, Craig Thetford, had left for Mexico with a new girlfriend. More
June 8, 2026
Father trapped children inside house of horrors, prosecutor says
William McCue has pleaded not guilty to a list of charges, including felony murder, false imprisonment and rape. More
June 2, 2026
Scott Peterson’s former attorney highlights new evidence in murder case
Scott Peterson is serving a life sentence for the murders of his wife, Laci Peterson, and unborn son, Conner. More
May 31, 2026
Former housekeeper details life inside Murdaugh family home
Blanca Simpson revealed that in the days and weeks leading up to the murders of his wife and son, Alex Murdaugh would stay in bed. More
May 29, 2026
Rebecca Haro gets more than 12 years for role in baby Emmanuel’s death
Rebecca Haro pleaded guilty to several charges related to the death of her missing 7-month-old son Emmanuel Haro on Friday. More
May 29, 2026
Rebecca Haro Pleads Guilty in Connection to Baby Emmanuel’s Murder
Rebecca Haro is pleading guilty in connection to the death of her seven-month-old son, Emmanuel Haro, body has yet to be found. More
May 29, 2026
Lindsay Clancy trial could go for weeks — and may include a jury home tour
Defense counsel for Lindsay Clancy and prosecutors in her case discussed outstanding trial preparations during a hearing on Thursday. More
May 28, 2026
Alex Murdaugh files lawsuit ‘to hold Becky Hill accountable’ as AG threatens death penalty
Alex Murdaugh's attorneys say the Supreme Court of South Carolina's ruling made it clear that Becky Hill violated his civil rights. More
May 18, 2026
Buster supports his dad and named his son for him, Alex Murdaugh’s defense reveals
Alex Murdaugh's defense told Court TV they look forward to a retrial as their client continues to maintain his innocence. More
May 15, 2026
Mom charged with murdering son accuses detectives of ‘psychological abuse’
Patricia Ripley faces a potential death sentence if she's convicted for the murder of her 9-year-old son, Alejandro. More
May 13, 2026
Clerk of Court Becky Hill’s bad behavior earns Alex Murdaugh a new murder trial
The South Carolina Supreme Court justices cited Becky Hill's behavior as the reason why Alex Murdaugh should get a new trial. More
May 13, 2026
Mom accused of killing her children cries during arraignment
Janette MacAusland is being held without bail after prosecutors say she killed her 7-year-old son and 6-year-old daughter. More
May 6, 2026
