Trial

Judge Juan M. Merchan Balances Historic Trump Trial with Mental Health Court Duties

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NEW YORK (AP) – Judge Juan M. Merchan of Manhattan’s Criminal Court finds himself in an intense position as he prepares to oversee former President Donald Trump’s hush money case. While the high-profile trial looms ahead, Merchan continues his work in the once-weekly Mental Health Court, handling less conspicuous cases involving mentally ill offenders. The judge’s dedication to ensuring justice is served is evident as he closely monitors the progress of these individuals, offering encouragement and guidance. Merchan’s involvement in Trump’s case has not been without controversy. Trump and his defense lawyers have accused the … Read more

Trial Set to Begin for Accused Murderer of Missing Nebraska Woman Found Dead in Kansas

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Omaha, Nebraska – The trial is set to begin today for Aldrick Scott, the man accused of killing Cari Allen, who went missing right before Thanksgiving in 2022, and then fleeing to Central America after disposing of her body in Kansas. Scott, originally from Topeka, Kansas, is facing charges of first-degree murder and tampering with evidence. The trial is anticipated to last approximately 10 days. Investigators discovered Allen’s body on a property in Topeka, leading to the tampering with evidence charge. Scott, who had been Allen’s ex-boyfriend, fled the country and was eventually apprehended in … Read more

Missing Teen Found Guilty of Robbery Charges, Faces Lengthy Prison Sentence – Shocking Twist Emerges During Trial

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Montgomery, Alabama – A 19-year-old from Montgomery, Alabama, is facing a potential sentence of 20 years to life in prison after being convicted on two counts of first-degree robbery. Malachi Goston was noticeably absent for more than two days during his trial, but reappeared on the third day after the jury had already begun deliberations. The District Attorney’s office, led by Daryl Bailey, reported that Goston was arrested by law enforcement due to his failure to appear earlier in the week. The sentencing hearing will take place on April 4 and will be presided over … Read more

Man Accused of Killing Wife, Unborn Child, and Infant Son Set to Face Trial

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VICTOR, Idaho — Jeremy Best, a resident of Victor, Idaho, is set to stand trial for the alleged murder of his wife, young son, and unborn child. During a Zoom hearing on Thursday, 7th District Judge Dane Watkins Jr. scheduled a jury trial for Sept. 15, 2025, in Teton County, Idaho. Best, 48, appeared via video conference from the Bonneville County Jail, where he has been held since December 2023. The grand jury in Teton County indicted Best on Dec. 18, 2023, charging him with three counts of first-degree murder and three enhancements for using … Read more