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Host Morgan Loew discusses the controversial failed execution of Christa Pike with a legal expert, and a reporter on the ground in Nashville to cover the full history behind the incident, and the ethical dilemmas on the horizon. Later, True Crime Correspondent Courtney Johns revisits the Chicago Tylenol Murders, and a new angle presented by a family close to the case-- find out why an old officer's empty bottle of Tylenol might heat up a cold case tonight, on True Crime AZ Live.

Host Nicole Crites breaks down a major shift in the Lindsay Clancy defense strategy; their controversial decision to cast doubt on the prosecution's assertion that Lindsay committed the crime is discussed in detail with Sarah Gillespie, host of Law & Crime's "Scandal". Later, investigator Courtney Johns takes us back a decade to recount the Phoenix filicide case of Octavia Rogers. The disturbing similarities and stark differences between Octavia Rogers and Lindsay Clancy are laid bare tonight, on True Crime AZ Live.

This week on True Crime AZ Live, Investigators Derek Staahl and Courtney Johns tackle the case of the mysterious "wandering man" of Idaho, and it's surprising connection to the Chicago Tylenol murders of 1982 wherein at least seven people died after consuming extra strength Tylenol laced with cyanide. Afterwards, Derek gives an update on the court cases playing out for Caleb Flynn, the accused in the American Idol contestant's murder trial-- and the grand jury's decision regarding the death of Nolan Wells, an 18 year old found dead after a boating trip with friends.

This week on True Crime Arizona, Investigator Morgan Loew covers a 34-year-old case out of Mesa of a mother losing her child after he was murdered-- then going on to befriend him years later. After an overview, we'll interview the mother herself, Debbi Edwards, as she recounts the events in her own words. Plus, in tonight's Cold Case Spotlight, True Crime AZ Live Reporter Courtney Johns dives deep into a decades-old case of a dead man found abandoned in a graveyard... wearing nothing but socks. We'll also speak to the director behind the documentary "The Coward", a tale of an Ahwatukee shooting still unsolved.

The jury in the Lindsay Clancy case has been sent home without reaching a verdict after the defense argued to have one juror removed, claiming they failed to follow instructions. Host Derek Staahl sits down live with Criminal Defense Attorney Josh Kolsrud to analyze what this means for the trial. Plus, updates directly from the family of a 92-year-old former Maryland State Trooper who has admitted to killing his wife in Goodyear. Then, the FBI has established a $25,000 minimum reward to help solve dozens of cold cases in Native American communities. Several Arizona cases are highlighted, including Emily Pike and Mollie Boone.

Nicole Crites breaks down this week's biggest cases, starting with the Lindsay Clancy triple-murder trial verdict and a live analysis of her postpartum psychosis defense with criminal attorney Josh Kolsrud. We also examine the chilling psychology behind the Montana family massacre and its Arizona connection with forensic psychologist John DeLaTorre. Followed by True Crime headlines on Bryan Kohberger’s bid for a new trial, Day 9 of the Tupac Shakur murder trial, a new $25,000 reward in the Rachel Hansen cold case. Finally, we cover the Netflix docuseries "The Death of the Pastor's Wife".

New details emerge in the Lindsay Clancy trial as closing arguments draw near. Plus, shocking true crime headlines: a local man faces severe charges after allegedly setting his ex-girlfriend on fire, and the search intensifies for Alisa Goods - a grandmother from New York who vanished during a trip to Las Vegas. Her family shares the disturbing, cryptic text messages sent from her phone. Then, it has been 12 years since the brutal unsolved murders of elderly couple William and Barbara Singer in North Phoenix - archival footage and new interviews with detectives and loved ones who refuse to let the case go cold. Also tonight, True Crime AZ LIVE officially welcomes a new member to the team.

On this episode of True Crime AZ Live, host Morgan Loew talks to local criminal defense attorney Brenna Fisher about the 2022 killing of Tempe ballerina Colleen Hoopes and why the trial involving her husband has been delayed until 2027. They analyze possible defense strategies and how “intruder” claims can be used in court. Plus, the preliminary hearing involving singer d4vd is underway – we’re joined by a local forensic psychologist to discuss the added “celebrity” dynamic in the case. Then, True Crime headlines: a Mesa woman accused of stabbing her 82-year-old husband, new details involving the mysterious death of Mississippi teen Nolan Wells, and jury selection underway in the Lindsay Clancy case in Massachusetts.

Nicole Crites breaks down the Charlie Kirk assassination case, recapping Day 4 of the rare, weeklong preliminary hearing for Tyler Robinson, the Utah man charged in Kirk’s killing. We’ll also bring you a case update on the shocking “Ohio House of Horrors” investigation involving 16 children found in extreme conditions, plus True Crime Headlines including updates on Nolan Wells and Lynette Hooker.

Nicole Crites is tracking the breaking case out of Glendale and Phoenix where police say a mother shot at a local sports bar before killing her two children and taking her own life. We’ll also discuss Netflix’s new documentary “The Crash”. Plus the latest true crime headlines, including a 30-year cold case arrest and updates from the Kouri Richins trial.

In the season finale, Jodi Arias sends true crime correspondent Briana Whitney a personal email, all while running an exclusive blog from prison keeping everyone up to date on her life. For the first time in many years, she addresses her case - where her appeal stands now and key players she claims wronged her. Travis’ friends grapple with the emotions they’ve felt since losing him, how they felt learning Jodi has a blog, and everyone we interviewed for this podcast season provide their theories and beliefs on Jodi’s motive.

Now that the second ransom deadline passed from the alleged abductor(s), the FBI and Pima County Sheriff's Department are making a plea to the public as there has been no persons of interest or suspects identified. True crime correspondent Briana Whitney and chief investigative reporter Morgan Loew discuss the statement the FBI sent the True Crime Arizona team, what Savannah Guthrie and the family are saying on Day 9 of the search, and where investigative efforts stand with evidence and forensic testing.

We’re live with the latest developments in the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping investigation in Tucson, Arizona. The FBI and Pima County Sheriff’s Department confirm they are reviewing a second ransom note received Friday by our sister station, KOLD-TV. Join us as we break down what this means for the investigation and what authorities are saying tonight.

Briana Whitney was live from Tucson, Arizona with the latest information into the investigation surrounding the disappearance Nancy Guthrie, the mother of TODAY show host Savannah Guthrie, for the new episode of True Crime AZ Live. Watch the episode here

After months in the courtroom in 2013, the jury must decide if Jodi Arias is guilty of murdering Travis Alexander in cold blood or self-defense. But that isn’t the only decision they have to make. The case takes a dramatic turn when Travis’ family and Jodi herself address the jury about the potential of a death sentence. Two jurors take us behind-the-scenes revealing what was said during the hours in the deliberation room.