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Decades-Old College Roommate Murder Case Reopened in Grand Forks Trial

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Grand Forks, ND — The opening statements in the trial of Nichole Rice, accused of the near two-decade-old murder of her college roommate, were delivered Tuesday in a courtroom shifted to Grand Forks due to heavy pretrial media exposure. Rice faces allegations over the death of 18-year-old Anita Knutson, originally from Minot, an incident that stunned the local community several years ago. With nearly 150 jurors screened, most were unfamiliar with the details of the case that dates back to their college days. Prosecutors argue that a deep-seated animosity between Rice and Knutson led to … Read more

Florida’s Week Reviewed: From Rescued Manatees to a Reopened Fort De Soto — Catch Up on the Sunshine State’s Top Stories

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Tampa, FL — Florida’s headlines this past week captured a broad spectrum of occurrences, from significant weather impacts and unusual criminal activities to local wildlife gatherings due to weather extremes. Among these stories, notable events included the reopening of Fort De Soto Park’s amenities post-hurricane damage, various severe criminal allegations, and the community-oriented rescue efforts in Tampa. After suffering damage from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, Fort De Soto Park’s officials announced the reopening of its facilities including the fort, dog beach, and fishing piers. This reopening marks a significant step towards normalization for the area’s … Read more

Justice Denied: Wrongfully Convicted Man Files Lawsuit Against Investigators for Murder Case Reopened After DNA Testing

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SALEM, Mo. – A family in Salem, Missouri, continues their pursuit of justice as they navigate a decades-long battle. The tragic murder of Judy Spencer in 1982 had gone unsolved for years, until a breakthrough in DNA testing pointed investigators towards Spencer’s former boyfriend, Donald Nash. Nash was convicted of capital murder and served 12 years in prison. However, in 2020, his conviction was overturned due to a lack of evidence, leading to his release. The case took a new turn when a lawsuit was filed before Nash’s death last year, contending that he should … Read more