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The Twisted Saga Of Michael Peterson, Kathleen Peterson, And The Real Story Behind ‘The Staircase’

In 2001, Kathleen Peterson was found dead in a pool of blood at the bottom of the staircase in her home. Two years later, her husband Michael Peterson was convicted of her murder — but many believe he didn’t do it.

By Wyatt Redd • Mar 20, 2022

The Twisted Saga Of Michael Peterson, Kathleen Peterson, And The Real Story Behind ‘The Staircase’

In 2001, Kathleen Peterson was found dead in a pool of blood at the bottom of the staircase in her home. Two years later, her husband Michael Peterson was convicted of her murder — but many believe he didn’t do it.

By Wyatt Redd • March 20, 2022

Meet Adelbert Waldron, The Deadliest Sniper Of The Vietnam War

During his single deployment in Vietnam, Staff Sergeant Adelbert F. Waldron III made 109 confirmed kills in just six months, making him the most lethal sniper in the history of the U.S. Army.

By Kaleena Fraga • Mar 20, 2022

Meet Adelbert Waldron, The Deadliest Sniper Of The Vietnam War

During his single deployment in Vietnam, Staff Sergeant Adelbert F. Waldron III made 109 confirmed kills in just six months, making him the most lethal sniper in the history of the U.S. Army.

By Kaleena Fraga • March 20, 2022

The Heartbreaking Story Of Robert Turner, The Boy Whose Mother Died Because 911 Failed Him

Five-year-old Robert Turner of Detroit watched as his mother Sherrill died from a heart condition in February 2006 — all because two 911 operators thought his desperate calls for help were a prank.

By Marco Margaritoff • Mar 19, 2022

The Heartbreaking Story Of Robert Turner, The Boy Whose Mother Died Because 911 Failed Him

Five-year-old Robert Turner of Detroit watched as his mother Sherrill died from a heart condition in February 2006 — all because two 911 operators thought his desperate calls for help were a prank.

By Marco Margaritoff • March 19, 2022

Behind The ‘Happy Little Trees’: The Surprising Story Of Bob Ross

This Bob Ross biography reveals the remarkable story of the Air Force Master Sergeant who would go on to teach millions the joy of painting.

By Jaclyn Anglis • Mar 18, 2022

Behind The ‘Happy Little Trees’: The Surprising Story Of Bob Ross

This Bob Ross biography reveals the remarkable story of the Air Force Master Sergeant who would go on to teach millions the joy of painting.

By Jaclyn Anglis • March 18, 2022

Inside The Harrowing Abduction Of Steven Stayner — And His Daring Escape

In 1972, seven-year-old Steven Stayner was kidnapped by a pedophile named Kenneth Parnell in Merced, California — and held captive for the next seven years.

By Marco Margaritoff • Mar 17, 2022

Inside The Harrowing Abduction Of Steven Stayner — And His Daring Escape

In 1972, seven-year-old Steven Stayner was kidnapped by a pedophile named Kenneth Parnell in Merced, California — and held captive for the next seven years.

By Marco Margaritoff • March 17, 2022

Meet A Member Of The Actual Manson Family: Valentine Michael Manson

As the son of America's most infamous cult leader, growing up wasn't easy. Fortunately, Valentine Michael Manson became his own man and assumed a new identity as Michael Brunner.

By Marco Margaritoff • Mar 17, 2022

Meet A Member Of The Actual Manson Family: Valentine Michael Manson

As the son of America's most infamous cult leader, growing up wasn't easy. Fortunately, Valentine Michael Manson became his own man and assumed a new identity as Michael Brunner.

By Marco Margaritoff • March 17, 2022

How The Rumble In The Jungle Became One Of The Most Iconic Fights In Boxing History

Held in Kinshasa, Zaire in 1974, the Rumble in the Jungle saw Muhammad Ali challenge George Foreman for the world heavyweight title that had been stripped from him seven years earlier.

By Morgan Dunn • Mar 16, 2022

How The Rumble In The Jungle Became One Of The Most Iconic Fights In Boxing History

Held in Kinshasa, Zaire in 1974, the Rumble in the Jungle saw Muhammad Ali challenge George Foreman for the world heavyweight title that had been stripped from him seven years earlier.

By Morgan Dunn • March 16, 2022

Inside The Crimes Of Todd Kohlhepp, The ‘Amazon Review Killer’ Who Reviewed His Products Of Torture

Between 2003 and 2016, Todd Kohlhepp murdered seven people — all while leaving chilling comments about some of his weapons online.

By Marco Margaritoff • Mar 16, 2022

Inside The Crimes Of Todd Kohlhepp, The ‘Amazon Review Killer’ Who Reviewed His Products Of Torture

Between 2003 and 2016, Todd Kohlhepp murdered seven people — all while leaving chilling comments about some of his weapons online.

By Marco Margaritoff • March 16, 2022

The Story Of Shannon Richardson, The ‘Walking Dead’ Actress Who Mailed Deadly Poison To President Barack Obama

Shannon Richardson appeared in shows like "The Vampire Diaries" before mailing letters laced with ricin to Barack Obama and Michael Bloomberg in 2013 — then framed her husband for it.

By Marco Margaritoff • Mar 15, 2022

The Story Of Shannon Richardson, The ‘Walking Dead’ Actress Who Mailed Deadly Poison To President Barack Obama

Shannon Richardson appeared in shows like "The Vampire Diaries" before mailing letters laced with ricin to Barack Obama and Michael Bloomberg in 2013 — then framed her husband for it.

By Marco Margaritoff • March 15, 2022

The Mysterious Case Of Phoebe Handsjuk, The 24-Year-Old Found Dead At The Bottom Of A Trash Chute

Investigators claimed that Phoebe Handsjuk climbed into the trash chute of her boyfriend’s luxury Melbourne apartment in a sleepwalking state — but her family suspects foul play.

By Marco Margaritoff • Mar 15, 2022

The Mysterious Case Of Phoebe Handsjuk, The 24-Year-Old Found Dead At The Bottom Of A Trash Chute

Investigators claimed that Phoebe Handsjuk climbed into the trash chute of her boyfriend’s luxury Melbourne apartment in a sleepwalking state — but her family suspects foul play.

By Marco Margaritoff • March 15, 2022