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FAMILY AFFAIR: Idaho prosecutors say they will call 'a few' of Bryan Kohberger's family members to testify at trial.
'FIGHTING FOR MY LIFE': 'Doomsday mom' Lori Vallow shares why she made unusual legal move for second murder trial.
SECRETS SEALED: Hunt for missing Midwest news anchor focuses on fight over unsealing evidence.
MURDERS & MANIPULATION: Menendez brothers prosecutor asks court to withdraw request for reduced sentences.
SPLIT ENDS: Missing California mom's family digs for homicide 'cover-up or cleanup' as police eye persons of interest.
INTERNATIONAL MANHUNT: South Carolina woman wanted in murder investigation found in the Netherlands.
SIPPING THE JUICE: Murder defendant Karen Read says she would've 'cheered' OJ Simpson verdict as she prepares for second trial.
TOXIC EX: New Jersey woman accused of hiring Tinder date to kill her ex and his teen daughter: court docs.
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