Detectives identify remains from 1971 South Lake Tahoe missing person cold case
A breakthrough has been made in a South Lake Tahoe missing person cold case from the early 1970s.
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45 years after girl found dead in Alaska, DNA match leads to conviction
Donald McQuade, 67, was convicted in the death of Shelley Connolly, 16, whose body was found near a highway pullout in Alaska.
28 years after Idaho woman's murder, neighbor is identified as her killer
Advanced forensic tests have finally allowed police to close a decades-old homicide case in rural Idaho.
Homicide victim found in 1979 in Vegas ID'd as Ohio teen looking for her dad
The police department says it is now turning its focus to how Gwenn Story wound up dead near the Las Vegas Strip, and the two friends who traveled with her.
Body found in Kentucky lake in 1999 identified as fugitive wanted by FBI
The remains were identified as Roger Dale Parham, who disappeared in March 1999 while awaiting trial for various criminal charges in Arkansas.
Man, 48, pleads guilty to murder 32 years after woman found dead
Rick Allen Headley was already serving a life sentence when he pleaded guilty to the murder of 19-year-old Sabrina Underwood.
FBI to exhume body of woman murdered in 1969, days after nun killed
Joyce Malecki went Christmas shopping in 1969 and never came home. A Netflix docuseries raised questions about whether her disappearance was linked to that of Sister Cathy Cesnik.
Body found in Indiana in 1982 ID'd as Wisconsin woman who vanished
Human remains found in rural Indiana in 1982 have been identified as those of Connie Lorraine Christensen, authorities said.
Nevada officials ID woman found dead in 1997: "First lead in over 20 years"
The identification was made using forensic genetic genealogy, officials said.
The Hunt for Sarah Yarborough’s Killer
A high school student on her way to drill team practice is found murdered on campus. What it took to close the case after 30 years. "48 Hours" contributor Natalie Morales reports.
Murder suspect asks question that raises eyebrows
When investigators told Patrick Nicholas they were investigating the murder of Sarah Yarborough, he responded with a bizarre question that made law enforcement wonder if there were other victims.
Evidence from accused killer’s house shown at trial
At Patrick Nicholas’ trial, prosecutors showed evidence found in his home. Victim Sarah Yarborough's friend, Liberty Barnes, said the "oxygen left the room" when they were shown what they found.
"America's Most Wanted" fugitive sentenced for woman's 1984 killing
Donald Santini — who appeared on the TV show "America's Most Wanted" in 1990, 2005 and 2013 — pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the death of Cynthia "Cindy" Ruth Wood.
"48 Hours" reports on Seattle area cold case
"48 Hours" investigates the murder of a high school honors student in a Seattle suburb that took almost three decades to solve. Correspondent Natalie Morales joins "CBS Mornings" with a preview of her report.
Authorities seek killer after murder victim identified 36 years later
DNA samples and genetic geneology helped to identify Jerry A. Mikkelson — 36 years after his body was found.
45 years after retiree was bludgeoned to death, DNA leads to murder charge
An autopsy found the victim died following at least 10 blows to the head, apparently with a 2.2-pound bronze pestle that was found at the scene.
Man indicted for murder 23 years after girl, mom vanished in West Virginia
Larry Webb is accused of killing 10-year-old Natasha "Alex" Carter. The girl and her mother, Susan Carter, have not been seen since Aug. 8, 2000.
Woman found in suitcase in 1988 is ID'd but death remains a "mystery"
Kim was wrapped with plastic and duct tape, naked inside a brown canvas suitcase that had been placed in a trash bin.
Man charged 32 years after Arkansas woman's body found by hunters
Rick Allen Headley, 48, was charged with first-degree murder in the 1991 death of 19-year-old Sabrina Lynn Underwood, police said.
Arkansas police say father likely killed young siblings four decades ago
On April 8, 1981, Gordon and Karen Alexander were found stabbed in their home by police officers.
Sacramento man Rodney Rumsey identified as body in 41-year-old cold case
An important link between the California Department of Justice and a genealogy lab dedicated to law enforcement investigations helped to close a decades-old cold case and bring closure to the family of Rodney Rumsey of Sacramento.
DNA analysis leads to killer in Florida nurse's 1986 murder
The killer had no criminal history, officials said, but was identified through family DNA analysis.
63 years after sister's murder, woman helps make sketch of suspect
"This man was seared into the memory of a young girl who survived a heinous crime many years ago," Ohio's attorney general said.
Woman murdered by "Happy Face" serial killer in 1994 identified: Police
A comprehensive genealogical profile helped lead to the identification of Suzanne Kjellenberg, who authorities say was killed by Keith Jesperson, the "Happy Face" serial killer.
Suspect charged in Tupac Shakur's murder makes 1st court appearance
Duane "Keffe D" Davis, 60, has been charged with one count of murder with use of a deadly weapon with a gang enhancement.
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Charlie Kirk shot and killed at Utah event; manhunt for shooter ongoing
Conservative activist and Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot at an event at Utah Valley University.
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Nation holds tributes to mark 24 years since 9/11
President Trump is attending the ceremony at the Pentagon.
Search for Charlie Kirk's killer continues. Here's what we know.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday while speaking an event at Utah Valley University. Authorities have not identified a suspect.
British ambassador to U.S. fired over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein
Britain's Ambassador to the U.S., Peter Mandelson, has been fired by Prime Minister Keir Starmer over "the depth and extent" of his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
More than 300 Koreans detained by ICE at Georgia Hyundai plant heading home
The ICE raid that swept up 300 South Koreans in Georgia has strained an important bilateral relationship, and highlighted a significant challenge.
Nadine Menendez sentenced to more than 4 years in bribery case
Nadine Menendez, the wife of former Sen. Bob Menendez, was convicted of accepting cash and gold bars in exchange for political favors.
Social Security COLA could increase 2.7% in 2026, new estimate shows
A 2.7% COLA increase would raise the average monthly Social Security payment by about $54.
AI wants to help you plan your next trip. Can it save you time and money?
AI wants to help you save time and money when planning your next trip, but how good is it at getting you the best deals?
Prince Harry has his first meeting with dad King Charles in 19 months
On a rare trip back to the U.K., devoted mostly to charity events, Prince Harry may have begun the reconciliation with his family he's said he wants.