Menendez brothers receive support for clemency from LA County DA

Why the Menendez Brothers case is back in the spotlight, decades after their conviction

CBS News legal contributor Caroline Polisi discusses how a new generation is re-evaluating the Menendez Brothers' claims of emotional and sexual abuse. Decades after their conviction, the L.A. ...

Menendez brothers murder case gets reevaluated due to sexual abuse allegations

Lyle and Erik Menendez could be resentenced after recent documentaries and a re-evaluation of evidence shapes new generation's opinion on the brothers.

The Menendez Brothers: How True Crime Is Re-Examining Old Cases

A thriving genre built on podcasts and documentaries, coupled with younger generations’ more skeptical worldview, helped revitalize interest in this case and others like it.

Top stories - The New York Times - 6 days ago

What to know about Menendez brothers case amid resentencing recommendation

CBS News legal contributor Caroline Polisi discusses the latest in the Menendez brothers' case after the L.A. district attorney recommended resentencing.

Could the Menendez brothers be released? L.A. prosecutors push for resentencing

In a surprising move, L.A. prosecutors are calling for a resentencing of Lyle and Erik Menendez, convicted in 1996 of the first-degree murder of their parents. CBS News legal contributor Caroline ...

Kim Kardashian thanks D.A. for giving Menendez brothers 'a second chance at life'

Kim Kardashian thanks L.A. County District Attorney George Gascón for recommending the Menendez brothers be resentenced and made eligible for parole.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 5 days ago

The Menendez brothers built a green space in prison. It’s modeled on this Norwegian idea

Erik and Lyle Menendez launched an ongoing beautification initiative in the prison where they are serving life sentences for the 1989 killings of their parents

World - ABC News - 4 days ago

Fulton County DA asks court to reinstate several election charges against Trump

Fulton County DA Fani Willis has asked a court to reinstate a number of charges against Donald Trump and his co-defendants in the Georgia election interference case.

Fulton County DA Fani Willis asks appeals court to reinstate six charges in Trump election case

The district attorney requested the Georgia Court of Appeals restore charges, including three against Trump, that she said were wrongly discarded in the 2020 election case.

Politics - NBC News - October 16

Some Menendez brothers' family members rally for reduced sentence amid new evidence

Dozens of relatives of Erik and Lyle Menendez ramped up public support for the brothers on Wednesday with a press conference in Los Angeles. The brothers have spent decades in prison for murdering ...

The Menendez Brothers Were Sent to Jail for Life. A Netflix Hit Could Change Their Fate.

Hollywood treatment of the famed 1990s murder case is drawing new attention. Will Ryan Murphy’s Netflix series set the siblings free?

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 19

Los Angeles D.A.’s Move in Menendez Brothers Case Comes Amid Tough Re-election Bid

The review of the high-profile murder case by George Gascón’s office began more than a year ago. But critics say the timing of the decision was political.

Top stories - The New York Times - 5 days ago

Judge Extends Sentence for Former County Official Convicted in Las Vegas Journalist’s Murder

Robert Telles was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole after 20 years for the murder of Jeff German. On Wednesday, a judge added eight years to that minimum.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 16

From This Pennsylvania Swing County, the Truth About American Politics in 2024

The people in Riegelsville, Pa., expressed two shockingly different visions of what a president should be.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 17

911 calls from Butler rally released: 'They just tried to kill President Trump'

The 15 recordings, some of which capture the sounds of chaos in the background, were released Wednesday by Butler County officials.

800+ veterans receive honorable discharges from Pentagon review

An honorable discharge status unlocks access to critical benefits that some veterans may have been missing out on for decades.

Beyond to Make Physical Retail Comeback With Investment in The Container Store

Beyond is investing $40 million in The Container Store, providing the struggling retail chain a financial lifeline while returning some Bed Bath & Beyond products back to physical retail locations.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 15

Jane Fonda to receive lifetime achievement award from actors’ guild

Actor and humanitarian Jane Fonda is adding the SAG life achievement award to her many accolades

Entertainment - ABC News - October 17

Ukraine’s ‘victory plan’ receives mixed reactions from Western allies

Zelenskyy drew up plan to end Ukraine’s nearly three-year war with Russia.

World - ABC News - October 20

Trump takes lead over Harris on US economy in final FT poll

FT-Michigan Ross survey shows most Americans think they will be better off if Republican wins

Business - Financial Times - October 24

Adidas receives €100mn boost from Kanye West settlement

German sportswear group to make further charity donation after agreeing deal with controversial rapper

Business - Financial Times - Yesterday

From George Pickens and beyond, Russell Wilson is willing to trust his receivers

When deciding where to throw the football, some quarterbacks obsess over completion percentages and touchdown-to-interception ratio.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - Yesterday

Scotland to receive extra £3.4bn from UK Budget, says chancellor

Rachel Reeves has announced several measures that will directly affect Scotland.

Harris works to gain support from Black voters

Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign is working to shore up support among Black voters. Polls show their support is holding steady compared to what President Biden earned four years ago. However, ...

Woman's suspected killer recognized as twin brother from another case

Police identified a Nashville woman's suspected killer because he was related to a suicide case they remembered from 2021.

From Beans to Bubbles: La Colombe’s Co-Founder Is Launching a Soda Line

Todd Carmichael has done coffee and water. Next up? Soda.

Business - Inc. - October 17

Brazil federal police seek extradition of Bolsonaro supporters from Argentina

Brazil’s Federal Police has requested the extradition of dozens of people who had fled the country after being accused of storming top government offices last year, in an alleged bid to forcefully ...

World - ABC News - October 16

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