Judge allows Lori Vallow to represent herself at murder trial
One day after she was deemed competent to stand trial, Lori Vallow's request to represent herself at her upcoming murder trial was granted. More
December 5, 2024
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.
Why Did Susan Smith Kill Her Children? | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast
Susan Smith's motives for killing her sons in 1994 are evaluated as her parole hearing nears. More
November 28, 2024
‘You have been selfish’: Killer mom Tiffanie Lucas sentenced
Applause was heard in the courtroom after Tiffanie Lucas was sentenced to two life terms for murdering her young sons. More
November 22, 2024
Trial date set, plea offer in works for dad charged in hot car death
A judge has set a trial date for Christopher Scholtes, accused in the hot car death of his 2-year-daughter. More
November 21, 2024
GA v. Leilani Simon: Toddler in Landfill Murder Trial
Leilani Simon was convicted of murdering her toddler son, 20-month-old Quinton Simon. His remains were found in a landfill. More
November 21, 2024
‘I know what I did was horrible’: Susan Smith denied parole
The South Carolina parole board was not swayed by Susan Smith's tearful apology, ordering her to remain in prison for murder. More
November 20, 2024
Parole hearing for killer mom Susan Smith: What you need to know
A seven-member board will determine whether Susan Smith will be released from prison, where she has spent 30 years after killing her sons. More
November 20, 2024
Jesse Vang pleads not guilty to charges related to Elijah Vue’ death
Jesse Vang, Elijah Vue's caretaker, pleaded not guilty to three felony counts including hiding a corpse, and one misdemeanor. More
November 18, 2024
‘Honor’ Killings | Interview with a Killer Podcast
Dubbed "honor killings," the murder of two Dallas teens sparked a manhunt for their father, Yaser Said. Now, he breaks his silence on the crime. More
November 1, 2024
Katrina Baur pleads not guilty in the death of Elijah Vue
Three-year-old Elijah was first reported missing by Katrina Baur's boyfriend, Jesse Vang, on Feb. 20. His remains were found last month. More
October 30, 2024
Kentucky mom pleads guilty to fatally shooting her 2 sons
Tiffanie Lucas pleaded guilty Wednesday to fatally shooting her two young sons last year. She was facing trial in December. More
October 23, 2024
Arizona judge grants Lori Vallow’s motion for competency evaluation
Lori Vallow will not be in court this week after her defense attorney said she’s not mentally fit to stand trial in Arizona. More
October 22, 2024
Court docs detail ‘torture’ of Elijah Vue as mother, caretaker face more charges
Court documents state history provided by caregivers and law enforcement about Elijah Vue are 'consistent with torture.' More
October 21, 2024
The Toddler In Landfill Murder Trial: Opening Statements | Court TV Podcast
This episode of The Court TV Podcast features the opening statements in Leilani Simon's trial who is accused of murdering her 20-month-old son, Quinton. More
October 21, 2024
The Death of Little Quinton | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast
Leilani Simon is accused of murdering her 20-month-old son, Quinton, and Vinnie Politan and his guests are investigating what could have happened. More
October 17, 2024
Alex Murdaugh settles the wrongful death lawsuit that sparked his fall
Disgraced former attorney Alex Murdaugh settled the wrongful death lawsuit brought by Mallory Beach's family after a deadly boat crash. More
October 15, 2024
Weeks before parole eligibility, Susan Smith disciplined behind bars
Susan Smith lost canteen, tablet and phone privileges after giving an interview to a filmmaker from prison. More
October 15, 2024
Lori Vallow Daybell tells son that Tylee Ryan killed JJ Vallow
In a jailhouse phone call to her son, Colby, Lori Vallow Daybell blamed victim Tylee Ryan for killing her little brother, JJ Vallow. More
October 8, 2024
Mom who searched ‘death by hanging’ convicted of killing 2 young kids
Lisa Snyder has been convicted of killing her two young children, who were found hanging in the basement of their home five years ago. More
September 27, 2024
Harmony Montgomery’s mother files lawsuit against NH
Crystal Sorey has filed a lawsuit against the State of New Hampshire for her daughter, Harmony Montgomery's, death. More
September 13, 2024
Exclusive: Susan Smith’s ex forgives but wants her to stay in prison
As Susan Smith's parole eligibility nears, her ex-husband sat down with Court TV to talk about what he would say to her and the parole board. More
September 12, 2024
American woman accused of killing 2 of her children fights extradition
Kimberlee Singler, American woman accused of killing 2 of her kids in Colorado, told surviving 11-year-old daughter that God made her do it. More
September 10, 2024
‘Unforgivable sin’: Father charged with stalking, murdering Utah deputy
Investigators said texts between Hector Ramon Martinez-Ayala and Marbella Martinez were 'more of the nature of a jealous lover than a father.' More
September 9, 2024
Prison guard who had sex with Susan Smith opposes killer mom’s release
Susan Smith, who drowned her two young sons, is up for parole in November. Her ex-husband vows to oppose her release. More
September 3, 2024
Monsters in Plain Sight | Accomplice to Murder Podcast
In a shocking case, a mother and son stand trial for the unthinkable. Shanda Vander Ark, once a promising law clerk, now faces murder charges in the death of her own child. More
August 26, 2024
Scott Peterson blames police and Amber Frey for not finding Laci alive
In two new Scott Peterson documentaries, there's one common theme: Scott Peterson says he didn't do it, and his case is hinging on duct tape to prove it. More
August 22, 2024
SC Supreme Court agrees to hear Alex Murdaugh murder appeal
In a win for Alex Murdaugh's defense, the South Carolina Supreme Court has agreed to hear his appeal based on allegations of jury tampering. More
August 14, 2024
Mother of newborn found dead in dumpster arrested 37 years later
Melissa Avila has been arrested for murdering her baby 37 years after the newborn was found dead inside a dumpster. More
August 13, 2024
Father pleads guilty to driving twins off cliff
Robert Brians will be sentenced in Sept. for intentionally driving a car off a cliff with his twin daughters inside. More
August 12, 2024
Mom, boyfriend charged in murder of boy confined to pen, stapled to wall
Prosecutors said Giovanni Jennings was confined to a pen, shot at with a BB gun and bound to a wall by the use of a staple gun. More
August 12, 2024