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Riley Keough and Lily Gladstone attend the Los Angeles Premiere of Hulu's "Under the Bridge" at DGA Theater Complex on April 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California Riley Keough and Lily Gladstone attend the Los Angeles Premiere of Hulu's "Under the Bridge" at DGA Theater Complex on April 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California
Riley Keough and Lily Gladstone Share How True Crime Drama Under the Bridge 'Hits Close to Home' (Exclusive)
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Why Did 'Goofy' Okla. Dad Kill Wife and 3 Sons in Murder-Suicide? Family 'Can't Fathom' What Went Wrong
Mother Allegedly Stabbed 4-Year-Old Son 41 Times Before Leaving Body Wrapped in Christmas Blanket Mother Allegedly Stabbed 4-Year-Old Son 41 Times Before Leaving Body Wrapped in Christmas Blanket
Mother Allegedly Stabbed 4-Year-Old Son 41 Times Before Leaving Body Wrapped in Christmas Blanket: Police
Witness David Pecker far right talks on the witness stand while Donald Trump, far left, looks on as assistant district attorney Joshua Steingless asks questions with Judge Juan Merchan presiding in Manhattan criminal court April 22, 2024 in New York. Witness David Pecker far right talks on the witness stand while Donald Trump, far left, looks on as assistant district attorney Joshua Steingless asks questions with Judge Juan Merchan presiding in Manhattan criminal court April 22, 2024 in New York.
Publisher David Pecker Testifies About Trump Team's Alleged Role in Burying Stories During 2016 Election
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Mom Accused of Decapitating Her 6-Year-Old Son and Family Dog Will Face Trial, Judge Rules
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3 Sons Killed in Okla. Murder-Suicide Were 'Hunted' by Dad, Who Also Murdered Wife Before Killing Himself: Police
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Mom Sentenced for Leaving 13-Month-Old Son to Die in Car for Hours While She Went ‘Dumpster Diving’
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'Kind and Caring' 17-Year-Old Vanished More than a Year Ago. A Suspect Was Just Arrested in His Case
Oklahoma City police investigate after 5 were found dead in a home near Yukon in Oklahoma City Oklahoma City police investigate after 5 were found dead in a home near Yukon in Oklahoma City
10-Year-Old Sole Survivor of Family Murder-Suicide Called 911 After Discovering Bodies: Police
Ryan and Valerie Watson, American Tourists Facing Possible 12-Year Sentence for Carrying Ammunition into Turks and Caicos Ryan and Valerie Watson, American Tourists Facing Possible 12-Year Sentence for Carrying Ammunition into Turks and Caicos
Okla. Man May Face 12-Year Sentence in Turks and Caicos for Traveling with Ammunition: 'Bonehead Mistake'
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Ex-Cop Wanted for Abducting 1-Year-Old, Killing Ex-Wife and Girlfriend Dies of 'Self-Inflicted Gunshot'
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Kato Kaelin Says O.J. Simpson Trial Derailed Acting Career: 'I Became Famous for All the Wrong Reasons' (Exclusive)
Democratic State Sen. Nicole Mitchell on the floor of the Minnesota Senate on April 2, 2024, Democratic State Sen. Nicole Mitchell on the floor of the Minnesota Senate on April 2, 2024,
Minn. Lawmaker Allegedly Burgled Stepmom’s Home to Steal Father’s Ashes: 'Clearly I’m Not Good at This'
Man Allegedly Used Dog to Lure Out Girl, Kidnapped And Sexually Assaulted Her Before Dropping Her Home Man Allegedly Used Dog to Lure Out Girl, Kidnapped And Sexually Assaulted Her Before Dropping Her Home
Man Allegedly Used Dog to Lure Out Girl, Kidnapped And Sexually Assaulted Her Before Dropping Her Home: Police
Woman Killed by Husband on Work Call Woman Killed by Husband on Work Call
Calif. Mom on Video Work Call Was Killed by Husband, Who Was Later Found Dead, Leaving Son, 9, with No Parents
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Police Believe Okla. Dad Fatally Shot Wife, 3 of Their Children Before Turning Gun on Himself
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Mich. Grandmother Charged with Murder After Allegedly Killing 2 Children by Driving Drunk into Birthday Party
US gymnasts (L-R) Simone Biles, McKayla Maroney, Aly Raisman and Maggie Nichols arrive to testify during a Senate Judiciary hearing about the Inspector General's report on the FBI handling of the Larry Nassar investigation of sexual abuse of Olympic gymnasts, on Capitol Hill, September 15, 2021, in Washington, DC. US gymnasts (L-R) Simone Biles, McKayla Maroney, Aly Raisman and Maggie Nichols arrive to testify during a Senate Judiciary hearing about the Inspector General's report on the FBI handling of the Larry Nassar investigation of sexual abuse of Olympic gymnasts, on Capitol Hill, September 15, 2021, in Washington, DC.
Larry Nassar's Gymnastics Victims to Receive Nearly $139 Million from DOJ for Botched FBI Investigation
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'My Drink Tasted Funny': Pregnant Woman's Last Words Revealed After Alleged Fatal Poisoning by Boyfriend
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Colo. Man Who Murdered 'Supermom' Wife a Day Before Divorce Was Finalized Receives Sentence
Stephanie M. Russell, 53, pleaded guilty Monday, April 22 to attempting to hire a hitman to kill her ex-husband Stephanie M. Russell, 53, pleaded guilty Monday, April 22 to attempting to hire a hitman to kill her ex-husband
Inside a Pediatrician's Twisted Plot to Have Her Ex-Husband Murdered — and How It All Unraveled
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Off-Duty Chicago Police Officer Fatally Shot While Driving Home from Work Days Before 31st Birthday
Former U.S. President Donald Trump and former first lady Melania Trump arrive for a New Years event at his Mar-a-Lago home Former U.S. President Donald Trump and former first lady Melania Trump arrive for a New Years event at his Mar-a-Lago home
Ex-Aide Says Melania Trump Will Be Watching 'Every Ounce' of Hush Money Trial — and Looking for 1 Thing
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Man Allegedly Kills Girlfriend, Sends Picture of Corpse to Her Estranged Husband Before Driving Body to Police
Dillan Michael Tennant, 24, was sentenced to 30 years in prison, with the first half without the possibility of parole. Dillan Michael Tennant, 24, was sentenced to 30 years in prison, with the first half without the possibility of parole.
Ga. Dad Repeatedly Beat His 2 Young Children Over 2-Day Period for Making a Mess in Room: 'Horrific'
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The True Story Behind Baby Reindeer: What Happened to Richard Gadd?
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Chicago Woman Convicted of Killing and Dismembering Landlord After She Served Eviction Notice
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Woman Told Husband Someone Was Following Her, Then She Was Killed — as Persons of Interest Revealed
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Couples Sue Fertility Clinic, Alleging Women Were Implanted with Dead and Toxic Embryos (Exclusive)
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Police Chasing 'Armed' Ex-Cop Suspected of Killing Ex-Wife, Girlfriend and Abducting 1-Year-Old Child
The roof of a police patrol car at night, with the blue and red lights flashing. The roof of a police patrol car at night, with the blue and red lights flashing.
McDonald’s Worker, 15, Recovering from Fractured Skull After Allegedly Being Beaten by Male Customer
Nancy Gonzalez attends the El Museo Gala 2017 at The Plaza Hotel on May 11, 2017 in New York City. Nancy Gonzalez attends the El Museo Gala 2017 at The Plaza Hotel on May 11, 2017 in New York City.
Celebrity Designer Sentenced to 18 Months in Prison for Smuggling Crocodile Handbags Into the U.S.
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911 Call Leads to Discovery of Girl, 14, in 'Emaciated, Skeletal State,' and Mom Is Arrested
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Texas Mom Was Found Beaten to Death Inside Closet, Boyfriend with Alleged History of Domestic Violence Arrested
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Trial Nears for TikTok Star Accused of Killing Estranged Wife After Spying on Her and Man Using Daughter's iPad
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'Ever Seen a Dead Body?' 14-Year-Old Allegedly Invited Friend to See Mom's Corpse After Killing Her: Police
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Man Who Killed 30 Horses, a Cat and Injured a Person in Race Track Arson Learns Fate
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2 Bodies Found Near Car of Fla. Woman Who Was Reported Missing Along with Husband
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Former HGTV Star Charles 'Todd' Hill Sentenced to 4 Years in Jail
Morristown, NJ September 7, 2023: The headstone for Baby Mary at St. Joseph's Church in Mendham Morristown, NJ September 7, 2023: The headstone for Baby Mary at St. Joseph's Church in Mendham
She Abandoned 'Baby Mary' in Woods Around Christmas, Then Became a Suburban Mom. Now, She'll Face Justice
Amber Estep, Lane Estep Amber Estep, Lane Estep
A Fla. Man Is Accused of Killing His Wife. Why Is His Son Now Charged in the Case, Too?
Justin Bieber Pays Tribute to Late Friend Chris King Justin Bieber Pays Tribute to Late Friend Chris King
Justin Bieber, Machine Gun Kelly Pay Tribute to Rapper Chris King After Fatal Nashville Shooting: 'This One Hurts'
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Teacher Allegedly Raped Teen During School Hours and Forced Her into Abortion After Impregnating Her
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Twin 6-Week-Old Babies Were Found Dead in Their Cribs Last October. Why Were Their Parents Just Charged?
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Florida Couple Charged After Allegedly Faking $1M Lottery Ticket to Try and Win Top Prize
Kato Kaelin attends Wizard World Comic Con Philadelphia; Barbara Walters during Ladies' Home Journal Hosts Reception in Honor of Sharon Osbourne's August Cover; OJ Simpson Kato Kaelin attends Wizard World Comic Con Philadelphia; Barbara Walters during Ladies' Home Journal Hosts Reception in Honor of Sharon Osbourne's August Cover; OJ Simpson
Kato Kaelin Was with Barbara Walters When O.J. Verdict Was Read: 'I Think the Jury Made a Mistake' (Exclusive)
Why a Popular Queer Nightclub in Brooklyn Was Mentioned in Donald Trump's Court Documents Why a Popular Queer Nightclub in Brooklyn Was Mentioned in Donald Trump's Court Documents
Why a Popular Queer Nightclub in Brooklyn Was Mentioned in Donald Trump's Court Filings
The main gate of the Delaware State University campus in Dover, Delaware, U.S. The main gate of the Delaware State University campus in Dover, Delaware, U.S.
Woman, 18, Shot Dead at Delaware State University, Campus Closed: 'Tragic Incident'
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Man Who Won Republican Primary from Jail Convicted of Voluntary Manslaughter of His Wife
Stormy Daniels exits the United States District Court Southern District of New York for a hearing related to Michael Cohen on April 16, 2018 in New York City. Stormy Daniels exits the United States District Court Southern District of New York for a hearing related to Michael Cohen on April 16, 2018 in New York City.
Everyone Who Might Testify in Donald Trump's Criminal Trial, Including First Witness David Pecker
Donterious Stephens, 19, of Helena, turned himself in to authorities Sunday afternoon in the shooting death of Lorenzo Harrison III, 18 Donterious Stephens, 19, of Helena, turned himself in to authorities Sunday afternoon in the shooting death of Lorenzo Harrison III, 18
Arkansas Teen Charged with 'Heartbreaking' Murder of High School Senior at Prom Party: 'Senseless'
Authorities respond to the Swan Creek Boat Club after a driver crashed a vehicle through a building where a children's birthday party was taking place, Saturday, April 20, 2024, in Berlin Township, Mich. Authorities respond to the Swan Creek Boat Club after a driver crashed a vehicle through a building where a children's birthday party was taking place, Saturday, April 20, 2024, in Berlin Township, Mich.
Brother, 5, and Sister, 8, Dead After Intoxicated Driver Crashes Vehicle into Birthday Party
Nashville Preschool Teacher Arrested for Allegedly Threatening to Shoot Teachers, Students Nashville Preschool Teacher Arrested for Allegedly Threatening to Shoot Teachers, Students
Nashville Preschool Teacher Charged After Allegedly Threatening to Shoot Students and Another Employee
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Texas Boy, 10, Admits to Fatally Shooting a Sleeping Man When He Was 7 — but Now He Won't Face Charges
Robert Durst appears in the Airport Branch of the Los Angeles County Superior Court during a preliminary hearing on December 21, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. Robert Durst appears in the Airport Branch of the Los Angeles County Superior Court during a preliminary hearing on December 21, 2016 in Los Angeles, California.
What Happened to Robert Durst After The Jinx? Revisiting His Confession and Conviction Ahead of Part 2
In late July, 2018 and during the first week of August, 2018 the San Francisco Police Department was contacted by the family and neighbors of 65 year-old Brian Egg who were concerned that they had not seen or heard from Mr. Egg in some time. In late July, 2018 and during the first week of August, 2018 the San Francisco Police Department was contacted by the family and neighbors of 65 year-old Brian Egg who were concerned that they had not seen or heard from Mr. Egg in some time.
Missing Man Was Found Headless in Fish Tank in 2018 — But Who Killed Him?
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Philadelphia Ex-Cop Pleads Guilty to Third-Degree Murder of 12-Year-Old Boy
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O.J. Simpson’s Credit Card Is Being Sold in an Online Auction
Robert Durst Calls Lawyer From Prison In Exclusive First Look at 'Jinx' Season 2 Robert Durst Calls Lawyer From Prison In Exclusive First Look at 'Jinx' Season 2
Hear Robert Durst Call His Lawyer from Behind Bars in Exclusive First Look at The Jinx: Part 2
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Short Film Released Ahead of Columbine Anniversary Links Causes of Death for Children: Cancer and Gun Violence
Frank DeAngelis, longtime principal at Columbine High School, poses for a portrait at his home in Arvada, Colorado on Thursday, March 17, 2022. Frank DeAngelis, longtime principal at Columbine High School, poses for a portrait at his home in Arvada, Colorado on Thursday, March 17, 2022.
25 Years After Massacre, Principal Says Names of Columbine Victims' Every Morning (Exclusive)
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Mothers Who Survived Columbine Shooting as Teens Are Forever Anxious About Sending Their Kids to School
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Why 'American Sniper' Chris Kyle’s Widow Taya Hasn't Dated Since His 2013 Death: 'I Wasn't Willing to Let Him Go' (Exclusive)