Nancy Grace Producers give the latest news in major stories and cases, including murdered tot Caylee Anthony. Check back for frequent updates.

Friday, August 21, 2009



1:04 PM ET - Michael Jackson's burial is still a go, but it looks like the private service has been pushed back. A Jackson family spokesperson confirms the late King of Pop will now be laid to rest on September 3. The evening service will still take place at the same location in Glendale, California, Holly Terrace in The Great Mausoleum at Glendale Forest Lawn Memorial Park. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Thursday, August 20, 2009



8:13 PM ET - Gruesome details emerging from Buena Park police in the brutal death of 28 year old Jasmine Fiore. Not only was Fiore stuffed in a suitcase and thrown away in a dumpster, but we learn Fiore's teeth and fingers were removed. Authorities believe the murder suspect, Ryan Jenkins, is armed with a handgun, still on the run, most likely in Canada. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)



7:24 PM ET - Moments ago Buena Park, California police announced that as of this afternoon an arrest warrant has been issued for Ryan Jenkins in the murder of 28 year old swimsuit model Jasmine Fiore. Jenkins is officially a fugitive. Although Jenkins' black BMW has been located in Washington State, Fiore's white Mercedes is still missing. Authorities do believe Jenkins has crossed the border into Canada and they are now working with Canadian Royal Police to apprehend Jenkins. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)



6:23 PM ET - Major developments right now! The Orange County DA's office confirms they will file murder charges against reality TV star Ryan Jenkins in the brutal death of swimsuit model Jasmine Fiore. A news conference is set to take place any moment, standby for more details. We will also bring you all the latest developments on the show at 8pm EST for the full hour tonight. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)



3 PM ET - We are still waiting for word on what investigators from LA County Coroner's office were looking for or seized at the Beverly Hills office of Michael Jackson's longtime dermatologist, Dr. Arnold Klein. After a 90 minute search at the clinic chief investigator Ed Winter confirms the coroner's office wanted additional information and say "they provided it". This is not their first visit to Dr. Klein's office. Investigators from the coroner's office were also there on July 14. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)



3 PM ET - Is a reality TV star wanted for questioning in the murder of swimsuit model 28 year old Jasmine Fiore on the run? LA cops have been unable to get in touch with Ryan Jenkins since Jenkins reported her missing and cops discovered the gorgeous model dead inside a suitcase dumped inside a Buena Park apartment complex dumpster. The last reported sightings of Jenkins were in San Diego alongside Fiore, before her death and within the last 48 hours near a Washington state marina. Jenkins' car and empty boat trailer discovered at that marina alongside the US-Canadian border. The Buena Park police are set to hold a news conference shortly. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)



1:41 PM ET - Investigators confirm a reality TV star they want to question in connection with the murder of swimsuit beauty Jasmine Fiore may be heading for the border. A car and empty boat trailer belonging to Ryan Jenkins was discovered at a marina in Washington State, a few miles from the Canadian border. Authorities say Jenkins most likely walked across the border to British Columbia. LAPD wants to question Jenkins as a person of interest in Fiore's death because he was one of the last people to see her, reported her missing hours before the model's body was found, then took off. Jenkins has a criminal domestic violence record and was best known for his appearance on VH1's "Megan Wants a Millionaire". In light of the investigation, VH1 has shut down airing any more new episodes. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Wednesday, August 19, 2009





7:28 PM ET - Preliminary reports are the swimsuit model found dead in a suitcase inside a Buena Park, California dumpster was strangled. Jasmine Fiore had signs of physical trauma when her body was discovered Saturday morning. The shocking discovery came just hours after her husband, reality TV star, Ryan Jenkins reported Fiore missing. The pair was last spotted in San Diego at a poker game Friday night. And the skeletons are already flying out of the closet for Jenkins. We've just received a criminal report stemming from a 2005 assault case in Calgary, Alberta involving Jenkins and a woman who was not Jasmine Fiore. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)



5:36 PM ET - A reality TV star is making headlines at this hour for something other than appearing on the airwaves on VH1's "Megan Wants a Millionaire." Police want to question 32 year old Ryan Jenkins in connection with the brutal death of a young, gorgeous swimsuit model. 28 year old Jasmine Fiore vanished after a poker tournament in San Diego. Fiore was allegedly there with Jenkins and reports are the two were husband and wife, secretly married in Las Vegas. Police confirm Jenkins was the one who reported Fiore missing Saturday night, just hours after her body was discovered in a bloody suitcase, thrown away like trash at a Buena Park apartment complex dumpster...but then Jenkins went missing. There are two vehicles of interest in the search for Jenkins...Fiore's white 2007 Mercedes CL S550 and Jenkins' black BMW X5. Police say Jenkins could be behind the wheel of either car. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

5:14 PM ET - After nearly a 2 hour search, investigators for the Los Angeles County Coroner's Office have just left the office of Michael Jackson's longtime dermatologist Dr. Arnold Klein. The LA County Coroner's Office arrived early this afternoon to serve a subpoena on Dr. Klein. Although it was confirmed last week that Jackson's autopsy report was complete, a rep for the coroner's office now says they are acting on new information gathered since the report was finalized. A lawyer for Klein says he does not believe the doctor will face criminal charges. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

1:29 PM ET - Since being the target of a federal investigation into Michael Jackson's sudden death, Jackson's private doctor finally breaks his silence. But are authorities coming close to filing charges against Dr. Conrad Murray? In an online video, Murray clearly states he's told investigators the truth about Jackson's death in June. Murray also wanted his supporters to know he's received their many messages, but has been too busy to return them. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Tuesday, August 18, 2009

3 PM ET - The private doctor with Michael Jackson the day of the superstar's death and a target of the federal investigation breaks his silence! Dr. Conrad Murray has posted an online message thanking his supporters. During the minute long web address, Dr. Murray says "I told the truth and I have faith truth will prevail". The video will be available on CNN's website shortly. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

2:40 PM ET - Will Michael Jackson's family sue for wrongful death? After members of the Jackson family say they believe the late music superstar was murdered, a family attorney confirms they are considering a lawsuit against concert promoter AEG. The Jackson family attorney says the promotion company was very involved in the music icon's final days and hired Dr. Conrad Murray, the doctor sources tell CNN gave the singer the powerful anesthetic propofol within 24 hours of Jackson's death. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

12:31 PM ET - King of Pop Michael Jackson will finally be laid to rest. A spokesperson for the Jackson family confirms the late music superstar will be buried in Glendale, California during a private ceremony at Holly Terrace in The Great Mausoleum at Glendale Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The service will take place on Aug. 29, 10am PST, on what would have been Jackson's 51st birthday. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Monday, August 17, 2009

1:06 PM ET - Another hearing is underway in a Los Angeles courtroom concerning Michael Jackson's music empire. The judge is set to decide on whether to approve contracts between Jackson's estate and AEG, the promoter of what was to be Jackson's final concert. Katherine Jackson is objecting to parts of the deal giving AEG a share of the rights to the final rehearsal video. Also in court today for the first time is the lawyer appointed to represent Jackson's 3 children. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Friday, August 14, 2009

6:33 PM ET - Both sides will be back in court Monday in the battle over control of Michael Jackson's estate. A probate hearing is set for 2pm, August 17. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

4:27 PM ET - The shiny glove Michael Jackson wore the first time he did the Moonwalk on TV for the Motown 25 special, will go on auction this fall. The November bidding war for Jackson's famous glove set to bring in as much as $60,000. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

3:42 PM ET - On the heels of reports that Michael Jackson's private doctor may have left the music star unattended under the influence of propofol when he died, Dr. Conrad Murray's lawyer says Jackson had "some very unusual problems" unknown to Murray when he signed on for the job. A vigorous defense by Murray's lawyer, who says Murray did not know if Jackson was an addict, did not conduct drug tests and had to take Jackson's word concerning other drugs the music icon might have been taking. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Thursday, August 13, 2009

3:54 PM ET - Is propofol the focus of the investigation into Michael Jackson's death? Sources confirm Jackson's private doctor gave the music icon the powerful anesthetic within 24 hours of Jackson's sudden death. And we learn Dr. Conrad Murray legally obtained propofol at a Las Vegas pharmacy the feds and Vegas police raided within the last 72 hours. Although the release of the final autopsy results is on hold pending further investigation, will propofol end up in that report? (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Wednesday, August 12, 2009

11:58 AM ET - Another search by feds and Vegas police in the death of music icon Michael Jackson. This time at a Las Vegas pharmacy believed to be connected to Jackson's private doctor. A source says Dr. Conrad Murray obtained powerful anesthetic propofol at the Vegas pharmacy. Are police closing in on Michael Jackson's private doctor? (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Tuesday, August 11, 2009

3:47 PM ET - Just one day after law enforcement asks the Los Angeles County Coroner's office to hold off on releasing their report on Michael Jackson's death, the feds raid a Las Vegas pharmacy. A search warrant previously executed at the Vegas clinic of Jackson's private doctor, Dr. Conrad Murray, led investigators to this Las Vegas pharmacy and it's not far from Dr. Murray's clinic. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

3:20 PM ET - Los Angeles Judge Mitchell Beckloff appoints a Guardian ad Litem for Michael Jackson's 3 children. Attorney Margaret Lodise of law firm Sacks, Glazier, Franklin & Lodise will represent Michael Jr., Paris and Prince in all matters concerning the Jackson estate, etc. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

12:57 PM ET - The investigation intensifies surrounding the sudden death of music superstar Michael Jackson. A source tells CNN police have executed a search warrant at a Las Vegas pharmacy. More than a dozen officers and DEA agents were spotted inside Applied Pharmacy. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Monday, August 10, 2009

6:20 PM ET - A hearing regarding Michael Jackson's music empire is just ending in a Los Angeles courtroom. The judge says he will appoint an attorney to represent Jackson's 3 children. But it will be another week before the judge will sign off on contracts between concert promoter AEG and merchandiser Bravado. The judge has already approved a contract between Jackson's estate, AEG and Columbia Pictures concerning Jackson's final concert rehearsal videos. 80 hours of video were captured by photographers hired by AEG and the hope is to make it into a movie to hit the big screen this fall. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

5:03 PM ET - Although the Los Angeles County Coroner's office confirms completing a "thorough and comprehensive" report on Michael Jackson's death, it will remain under seal...for now. LAPD requested the report not be released because of the ongoing investigation. More importantly, investigators don't want the cause and manner of death released because it may tip their hand. Law enforcement is looking into possible charges connected to Jackson's June 25 death. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

3:41 PM ET - The Los Angeles County Coroner's Office has completed its findings into the death of music superstar Michael Jackson. The big question now is when those results will be released. The coroner's office was previously set to release autopsy results but that was put on hold pending further investigation by multiple law enforcement agencies into Jackson's sudden death. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

2:54 PM ET - After we questioned many nights on our show why Michael Jackson's children do not have their own lawyer, an LA judge is now considering appointing them an attorney. The judge says he will delay a ruling on potential multi-million dollar business deals for Jackson's estate while he decides what's in the best interest of Jackson's 3 children. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

1:30 PM ET - A hearing is underway in a Los Angeles courtroom over control of Michael Jackson's music empire. Katherine Jackson is objecting to a series of deals made by executors of Jackson's estate, including a planned documentary about Jackson's last months before his sudden death. The judge ordered both sides to have discussions while he considers Katherine Jackson's objections. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Friday, August 7, 2009

1 PM ET - As both sides gear up for the next hearing concerning Michael Jackson's empire, an LA judge is set to approve several business agreements, including a movie deal centered around Jackson's last concert rehearsals before his sudden death. Attorneys for Katherine Jackson and lawyers for the executors of Michael Jackson's estate are set to be in court Monday, Aug. 10. We will bring you all the developments from inside the Los Angeles courtroom. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Thursday, August 6, 2009

3:18 PM ET - Will Michael Jackson be posthumously awarded a Nobel Peace Prize? A group of Jackson fans launched an online petition drive to nominate the singer for next year's Nobel Peace Prize for his "lifelong effort to help better global conditions for children." Meanwhile reports emerge a deal to turn Michael Jackson's last concert rehearsals into a movie is waiting final approval by an LA judge at an upcoming hearing on August 10. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Tuesday, August 4, 2009

4 PM ET - At an important hearing Monday concerning Michael Jackson's estate, Superior Court Judge Mitchell Beckloff officially admitted Michael Jackson's 2002 will for probate. While Katherine Jackson and the executors of the estate have been battling over control of Jackson's empire, both sides have not objected to the terms of the will. The judge's order starts a 120 day clock for the will to be probated. The will places Michael Jackson's assets into a trust which is believed to split his fortune between his mother, his three children and undisclosed charities.

Monday, August 3, 2009



5:55 PM ET - The hearing over Michael Jackson's empire and custody of his children has ended for the day. The judge is considering Katherine Jackson's motion to depose the executors of Michael Jackson's estate under oath. Katherine Jackson's lawyers want more information from the executors, including their previous business dealings with the late King of Pop, to determine whether they are adequate to administer the estate. In the meantime, the executors will continue to be special administrators of the estate for another 60 days. The next hearing is set for Monday, Aug.10.

5 PM ET - We've just obtained private home video of Michael Jackson and his children. It's an inside look at Jackson playing with his kids, singing, dancing and celebrating their birthdays. Tune in tonight, 8pm ET, to see the compelling, personal Michael Jackson home videos. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

3 PM ET - Katherine Jackson will get copies of Michael Jackson's contracts with the promoter of his planned concert tour. The contracts have been a bone of contention between Katherine Jackson the executors of her son's estate. Mrs. Jackson has agreed to keep the contract provisions confidential. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

2:45 PM ET - After a 1 hour and 40 minute recess, a hearing inside a Los Angeles courtroom over Michael Jackson's estate and custody of his children is set to resume. At issue now will be motions by Katherine Jackson over control of her last son's music empire, estimated in Jackson's 2002 will at $500 million. Katherine, LaToya, Rebbie and Randy Jackson are all inside the courtroom. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

1 PM ET - Katherine Jackson gets permanent custody of Michael Jackson's 3 children. A judge appointing grandmother Katherine the permanent guardian of 12 year old Michael Joseph Jr. and 11 year old Paris Katherine Jackson. Both children signed consents to the agreement. Another hearing is set for Oct. 2 to follow up on some remaining guardianship issues. The judge also gives Katherine Jackson the full amount of allowance she requested. Jackson's children will receive 83.5% of the allowance requested on their behalf. The judge turned down money on one item ruled excessive. The allowance amount was not disclosed and the order remains sealed. Another hearing on the allowance matter is set for Jan 11. Katherine Jackson is in court today along with children Rebbie, LaToya and Randy. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)





Noon ET - A hearing is underway in a Los Angeles courtroom concerning Michael Jackson's estate and a custody agreement concerning his children. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)





Friday, July 31, 2009



3:21 PM ET - Sources connected to the Michael Jackson death probe reveal Dr. Conrad Murray, Jackson's private doctor, is the central focus of a federal investigation. Although authorities have subpoenaed records of multiple doctors who treated Jackson, a source reveals Dr. Murray is the "only one we're looking at". We also learn investigators found numerous prescription drugs in Jackson's Holmby Hills mansion. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)





Thursday, July 30, 2009



8:19 PM ET - Search warrants from Las Vegas raids connected to Michael Jackson's private doctor reveal investigators were searching for evidence of the powerful anesthetic Propofol. We also learn Jackson allegedly had about 19 aliases he used to get prescriptions. The warrants also suggest investigators believe Jackson was 'an addict'.(From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)



5:03 PM ET - With custody of Michael Jackson's 3 children resolved, pending a judge's approval, the battle of Jackson's empire heats up. Katherine Jackson is set to square off with the executors of her late son's estate. While her lawyer says Katherine Jackson has no desire to "re-write" her son's will, she does want to be more closely involved with business decisions concerning Michael Jackson's estate. As far as we know, a court hearing is still set for Monday. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)



2:05 PM ET - Lawyers for Katherine Jackson and Debbie Rowe announce they will present their custody agreement to a Los Angeles judge, expecting approval. Katherine Jackson will be the guardian of Michael Jackson's 3 children. Debbie Rowe will have visitation with Jackson's 2 oldest children. The amount of visitation will be determined by a psychologist both parties agree on. The announcement confirms no money will exchange hands and reveals Rowe will continue to receive spousal support payments previously set up between her and Michael Jackson. In a statement both parties say "Mrs. Jackson and the family are pleased this matter is resolved and was handled in a caring, thoughtful and courteous manner by the parties and their representatives. We were all united in our goals to do what is best for Michael's wonderful children, and both Mrs. Jackson and Debbie Rowe were on the exact same page." (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)





12:56 PM ET - Debbie Rowe and Katherine Jackson have reached an agreement concerning custody of Michael Jackson's 3 children. A source tells CNN Katherine Jackson will get full custody and Debbie Rowe will get visitation. No money is involved in the deal. An official announcement on the agreement is expected shortly. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)



Wednesday, July 29, 2009

5:23 PM ET - Lawyers for Michael Jackson's mother have filed court motions seeking more critical information from the special administrators of Jackson's estate. According to the documents, Katherine Jackson's lawyers want to interview the executors and comb over their records. A statement from Katherine Jackson's lawyer says grandmother Katherine is not trying to rewrite her son's will and is only looking out for the best interest of Michael Jackson's 3 children and his legacy. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

3:55 PM ET - According to court documents, Michael Jackson's private doctor was in serious financial straits before he took a $150,000 a month job working for the music superstar. Dr. Conrad Murray had nearly $435,000 in judgments and liens against him over the past 2 years. At the time Murray had practices in Las Vegas and Houston. His patients were surprised when he announced he was leaving to work with the music icon. Dr. Murray has been the target of multiple searches by law enforcement. A source reveals Murray administered the powerful anesthetic, Diprivan, that authorities believe killed Jackson. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Tuesday, July 28, 2009

3:31 PM ET - A DEA spokesman says investigators are "looking for a lot of things" during searches of the home and office of Michael Jackson's private doctor. Although the warrants are sealed, the DEA confirms documents and computer records are among the items they are interested in. This makes it at least the 4th raid connected to Dr. Conrad Murray. Are investigators closing in on Jackson's private doctor and will criminal charges be next? (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

1:32 PM ET - DEA agents, LAPD and Las Vegas police are executing search warrants at the Las Vegas home and office of Michael Jackson's private doctor, Dr. Conrad Murray. The raids come on the heels of sources revealing to CNN that Dr. Murray gave Jackson the powerful sedative, Diprivan, that authorities believe killed Jackson. Murray's lawyer just released a statement saying "It's a waste of time responding to all these timed 'leaks' from 'anonymous' sources. I feel like a horse swatting flies. Everyone needs to take a breath and wait for these long delayed toxicology results. I have no doubt they want to make a case -- for goodness sakes, its Michael Jackson! But things tend to shake out when all the facts are made known, and I'm sure that will happen here as well." (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Monday, July 27, 2009

7:38 PM ET - Sources confirm to CNN the drug authorities believe Dr. Conrad Murray gave Michael Jackson, resulting in his death, was the powerful sedative Diprivan, a.k.a. Propofol. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

7 PM ET - Big development! CNN confirms from a source inside the Michael Jackson investigation that Jackson's private doctor, Dr. Conrad Murray, administered the powerful drug that killed Jackson. Murray and his lawyers are not commenting on this report. The autopsy results are set to be released this week. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

5:55 PM ET - We've heard about potential security breaches concerning Michael Jackson's death certificate. Now investigators are looking into possible leaks from inside the Los Angeles County coroner's office. This, after in-depth details about Jackson's body emerged in the days after his sudden death. The sheriff is working a preliminary inquiry to determine whether there will be a full scale investigation. Reports reveal Jackson's death certificate was accessed hundreds of times. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

5:06 PM ET - Are biological mom Debbie Rowe and Katherine Jackson working on an agreement behind closed doors concerning Michael Jackson's 3 children? According to Jackson family attorney Londell McMillan, there will be an announcement on the matter very soon. McMillan says he is confident both sides can reach an agreement before the scheduled Aug. 3 hearing. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Friday, July 24, 2009

5:29 PM ET - Will one big paper trail lead to manslaughter charges in the sudden death of music superstar Michael Jackson? As the investigation reportedly leans more and more towards homicide, search warrants indicate reams of documents could be key in the Jackson death probe. With e-mails, letters, and FedEx information seized by law enforcement, will this and other information in Dr. Conrad Murray's files reveal an abuse of prescription drugs ultimately leading to Jackson's death? Sources also reveal the late King of Pop used several aliases to get prescriptions. Will any of the fake names show up in the files of several doctors authorities are reportedly investigating? (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

2:36 PM ET - The private doctor with Michael Jackson the day the music superstar died has now become the focus of a death investigation. According to search warrants that cleared the way for the DEA, LAPD and Houston police to swarm Dr. Conrad Murray's office and his storage unit, investigators were on the hunt for evidence of manslaughter. The multi-law enforcement agencies zeroed in on the two Houston locations for hours and here's just a few of the laundry list of items they seized:

-Rolodex cards

-Fed Ex info

-E-mails

-Storage receipts

-Multiple computer hard drives and a forensic image from a separate business computer

-2 vials of drugs, including appetite suppressants and a muscle relaxant

-Notices from the IRS

(From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Thursdsy, July 23, 2009

5:02 PM ET - Reports are the Jackson family will file a wrongful death lawsuit regardless of what happens in the criminal investigation. The Jackson's have openly called Michael Jackson's death foul play and reportedly they want justice. Meantime, lawyers for Michael Jackson's estate have asked an LA judge to approve allowance for the main beneficiaries in Jackson's will, his 3 children and their grandmother Katherine Jackson. A hearing is set for Aug.3. Dollar amounts have not been disclosed at this time. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Wednesday, July 22, 2009

3:21 PM ET - The probe into Michael Jackson's death is heating up. Investigators are now searching for evidence of manslaughter. This according to a lawyer for Michael Jackson's private doctor who confirms detectives have raided Dr. Conrad Murray's Houston office. And now reports are investigators want to meet with Murray for a 3rd time. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

1:34 PM ET - The investigation surrounding Michael Jackson's sudden death intensifies. We have just confirmed the DEA and LAPD raiding the Houston, Texas office of the private doctor with Jackson the day the music icon collapses at his Holmby Hills home. A spokesperson for Dr. Conrad Murray's lawyer says they were "caught off guard" by the surprise search, but will fully cooperate with investigators. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Tuesday, July 21, 2009

6:25 PM ET - Has the secret location of Michael Jackson's body been found? Reports emerge Jackson's body is now under tight security at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Glendale, California. But burial plans appear to be on hold. The Jackson family is still reportedly squabbling over the late music icon's final resting place. Meantime, father Joe Jackson denies abusing or beating his son. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Monday, July 20, 2009

5:42 PM ET - A senior law enforcement source tell the LA Times that Jackson's death is unlikely to result in murder charges against any of his doctors. The official says 3 weeks into the case, investigators from the LAPD, the county coroner's office, the DA's office and the DEA remain "so far away" from concluding their investigation. The source admits that if the toxicology report indicates Jackson's death was caused by propofol, the dangerous drug reportedly found in Jackson's bedroom, that prosecutors could bring charges against doctors or others involved in giving him the drug. The official tells the LA Times prosecutors have discussed a range of possible charges in that scenario "all the way up to involuntary manslaughter". Jackson's doctors could also face charges for using fake names on prescriptions or for illegally supplying Jackson with medication, such as in the case of Anna Nicole Smith. (From Matt Zarrell, Nancy Grace Producer)

Thursday, July 16, 2009

4:58 PM ET - California Attorney General Jerry Brown told Reuters his office has run dozens of doctors' names, some of them thought to be aliases, through its prescription drug database to aid police investigating Jackson's death. Brown admitted they've found some things, but noted its "early on" and refused to elaborate. Brown's office monitors all over-the-counter prescription transactions in California, using a database that contains the name of each doctor, patient, medication, and quantity. (From Matt Zarrell, Nancy Grace Producer)

Wednesday, July 15, 2009

4:30 PM ET - In an interview with ABC news, father Joe Jackson claims he never "beat" his pop superstar son. Joe goes on to claim that everyone spanked their kids when they did wrong, and mom Katherine spanked Jackson more than he did. Joe Jackson has previously admitted to whipping Jackson with a switch and belt, but says he has no regrets about how he raised his son. Michael Jackson in the past has said he was "terrified" to be near his father. (From Matt Zarrell, Nancy Grace Producer)

3:41 PM ET - The LAPD is denying a report from TMZ.com that authorities are already treating Jackson's death as a homicide case. The website claims, through law enforcement sources, that the focus of the homicide probe is Michael Jackson's cardiologist, Dr. Conrad Murray. TMZ says sources tell them that there is already plenty of powerful evidence linking Dr. Murray as the person who administered the drug to Jackson that ultimately killed him. A spokesperson with the LAPD says as of now it is not a homicide investigation, and they don't know where the website was getting their information from. (From Matt Zarrell, Nancy Grace Producer)

Monday, July 13, 2009

6:30 PM ET - Has a custody deal for Michael Jackson's children been already reached? The British tabloid The Mirror reports Katherine Jackson and Debbie Rowe have come to an agreement under which Rowe would not pursue custody of the children, in exchange for visitation...and a guarantee that Joe Jackson is not involved in raising the children. Sources tell the Mirror that as part of the arrangement, Rowe would not identify herself to the children as their mother, but as a family friend. Both sides refuse to comment on the unconfirmed report. (From Matt Zarrell, Nancy Grace Producer)

3:52 PM ET - In an exclusive interview with the British tabloid News of the World, Michael Jackson's sister LaToya allegedly claims Michael was murdered. LaToya allegedly claims it was not just one person involved, but a conspiracy of people who teamed together to get Michael's money. La Toya allegedly states Jackson was fed a series of addictive drugs to keep him submissive and controlled, was kept from his family by manipulative people who blocked their visits, and was robbed of 2 million cash and gems as he was dying. La Toya also reportedly goes through the scene at Jackson's home when she arrived, describing multiple oxygen tanks, empty pill bottles, and 2 bags full of prescription drugs inside the home. HLN cannot confirm LaToya Jackson's comments. (From Matt Zarrell, Nancy Grace Producer)

2:24 PM ET - TMZ reports that as far back as 1993, Michael Jackson was allegedly using aliases to obtain prescription drugs for himself. According Joe Jeszeck, an employee at Neverland Ranch, Jackson would ask him to go to a pharmacy and pick up prescriptions for him, sometimes the prescriptions were in someone else's name. Jeszneck tells TMZ some pharmacies wouldn't release the medication to him since the medications were not in his name. Jackson would then reportedly call the doctor and have the name changed to the employee who was picking the medication up. (From Matt Zarrell, Nancy Grace Producer)

Friday, July 10, 2009



5:01 PM ET - CNN obtains a secret document revealing Michael Jackson took up to 40 Xanax pills a night. The 2004 document points to a potential history of drug use by the music icon. Former bodyguards told Santa Barbara County sheriffs that Jackson asked his employees to fill prescriptions for him in their names. Jackson even traveling to doctors in other states to get his hands on drugs. The confidential document names 5 doctors in California, New York and Florida. This as the investigation into Jackson's sudden death ramps up. Authorities confirm the probe can turn into a criminal case. Sources reveal multiple subpoenas were issued to doctors. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Thursday, July 9, 2009

1:39 PM ET - Sources tell CNN Janet Jackson attempted an intervention two years ago to help her brother, Michael Jackson. Sister Janet was concerned after visiting the music icon in 2007, reaching out to her brothers for assistance. But the attempt failed. Michael Jackson refusing, even ordering security guards to not let the family in, and turning down calls from his own mother Katherine, named guardian of his 3 children in his will. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Wednesday, July 8, 2009



5:59 PM ET - Michael Jackson's longtime dermatologist breaks his silence about Jackson's medical history among other things. Dr. Arnold Klein told ABC's "Good Morning America" Jackson battled lupus and vitiligo, forcing the music superstar to even out his skin tone because he was developing severe speckles. Dr. Klein also denied giving Jackson dangerous drugs or being on the list of doctors the LAPD is investigating. Klein is also sparking controversy after he refused to rule out he may be the biological father of Jackson's children. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

1:29 PM ET - Following a star-studded memorial fit for the King of Pop, we're learning more about Michael Jackson's condition at the time of his sudden death. Sources tell CNN Michael Jackson's arms were riddled with marks and his veins collapsed, adding even more questions about the role drugs may have played in the music superstar's unexpected death. According to a source, the track marks found on Jackson's arms are consistent with regular IV drug use. Numerous prescription drugs were found in Jackson's Holmby Hills home, reportedly including the powerful sedative, Diprivan. Toxicology results, the county coroner says are necessary to confirm cause of death, aren't expected for at least another week. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Tuesday, July 7, 2009



5 PM ET - The Jackson family is now at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel for a private reception following Michael Jackson's public, televised memorial at Staples Center. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

4:42 PM ET - Now that Michael Jackson's public memorial is over the big question is where will the King of Pop be laid to rest? CNN is working to confirm that now, stay tuned for more details. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

3:46 PM ET - The Jackson family, including Michael Jackson's 3 children and his brothers and sisters, took the stage to thank the world for their support and love to conclude today's memorial service at Staples Center in Los Angeles. Jackson's brothers then wheeled out his casket to his number one hit "Man in the Mirror". (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

3:35 PM ET - Friends, members of the Jackson family and dozens of children gather together on stage to sing "Heal The World", written by Michael Jackson. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

2:55 PM ET - Longtime Jackson friend Brooke Shields tearfully took to the stage reminiscing about her friendship with the late music star who Shields met at just 13 years old. Brother Jermaine Jackson gave an emotional tribute singing his brother's favorite song "Smile". All the Jackson brothers are wearing their brother's signature one glove look. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

2:37 PM ET - John Mayer has taken the stage at Michael Jackson's memorial playing a guitar riff of "Human Nature". (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

2:29 PM ET - Reverend Al Sharpton took the stage at Staples Center to preach about Michael Jackson's persistence and talent breaking down color barriers. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

2:25 PM ET - Oscar winner and singer Jennifer Hudson is center stage belting out a cover of "Will You Be There" at the Jackson memorial. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

2:18 PM ET - Stevie Wonder just paid tribute with a special song for Michael Jackson "Never Dreamed You'd Leave in Summer" and received a standing ovation as well as blown kisses from the Jackson family in the audience. Kobe Bryant and Magic Johnson are now addressing the crowd about Jackson's global charity work. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

2:11 PM ET - The first standing ovation came as Berry Gordy called Michael Jackson the greatest star ever. A video tribute just played consisting of a montage of Jackson music videos, interviews, charity work and his many awards over his more than 4 decade music career. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

1:58 PM ET - Motown founder Berry Gordy is paying his respects to Michael Jackson saying the late music star was like a son to him. Gordy is reminiscing about the Jackson 5, calling Michael's performance "way beyond his years". (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

1:52 PM ET - Queen Latifah just left the stage paying her respects to Michael Jackson with an original poem by Maya Angelou. Lionel Richie has now taken the stage singing gospel song "Jesus Is Love". (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

1:42 PM ET - Mariah Carey has taken the stage at Michael Jackson's memorial singing the Jackson 5 signature hit "I'll Be There". (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

1:40 PM ET - Michael Jackson's casket topped with large red flowers has been rolled out, accompanied by some of his brothers, in front of the stage at the Staples Center as a gospel choir sings. The audience and mourners erupted in loud applause. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

1:32 PM ET - Music legend Smokey Robinson took the stage at the Michael Jackson memorial reading personal messages from Jackson friends who could not attend today's service, including Nelson Mandela and Diana Ross, named successor guardian of Jackson's 3 children. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

1 PM ET - Michael Jackson's funeral procession has finally made it to the Staples Center. Fans, celebrities and family friends are now making their way to their seats. Several large floral arrangements are lining the blue stage and a large screen with Michael Jackson's photo, plus year of birth to year of death, is hanging above the stage. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

12:41 PM ET - The hearse carrying Michael Jackson' body, followed closely behind by the Jackson family motorcade, is now making its way to Staples Center for the public memorial. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

12:16 PM ET - Thousands of fans are lining up at Staples Center with their tickets and wristbands to mourn Michael Jackson. Security is extremely tight and fans are penning messages on a makeshift tribute board located outside the Los Angeles arena. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

12:06 PM ET - Michael Jackson's body will be at Staples Center as 20,000, including family and friends, will remember the King of Pop during a public, globally televised memorial. Jackson's family and closest friends are now at the Hollywood Hills' Forest Lawn cemetery for a private "gathering". (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Monday, July 6, 2009

4:10 PM ET - We have our first glimpse of some of the big names who will participate in the Michael Jackson memorial Tuesday at Staples Center in Los Angeles. A Jackson family spokesperson announces Mariah Carey, Jennifer Hudson, Brooke Shields, Stevie Wonder, Martin Luther King III, Smokey Robinson and John Mayer are just a few of the stars scheduled to honor the King of Pop. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

2:45 PM ET - With 20,000 set to attend Michael Jackson's memorial at Staples Center tomorrow, including celebrities and Jackson family friends, one person who won't be in attendance is Jackson's ex-wife Debbie Rowe. Rowe's attorney just released a statement saying her presence would create an "unnecessary distraction" so Rowe will continue to "celebrate Michael's memory privately". Rowe, the biological mom of 2 of Jackson's children, has yet to decide whether she will seek custody. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

1:35 PM ET - A judge grants the executors named in Michael Jackson's 2002 will control of the music star's assets. Another hearing is set for Aug. 3. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Friday, July 3, 2009

7:41 PM ET - There's been a traffic jam of sorts on the internet with fans hoping to get their hands on tickets to Michael Jackson's memorial at Los Angeles' Staples Center on Tuesday. At least half a billion "hits" in the first 90 minutes on the website to register for free tickets. With only 17,500 tickets available in a random drawing, at this point it appears gaining official entry to the memorial is like winning a golden ticket. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

2:48 PM ET - AP is reporting the powerful sedative, Diprivan, was found in Michael Jackson's home. It's the same drug, a nurse who claims she worked with Jackson, says the music star begged for to battle insomnia. Manufacturer, AstraZeneca, tells CNN in a statement, "It is neither indicated nor approved for use as a sleep aid". Diprivan is commonly used as an anaesthetic during surgery. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

1:50 PM ET - Organizers for Michael Jackson's memorial at Los Angeles' Staples Center next Tuesday, just announced at a news conference fans who want to attend must register online for a lottery to win tickets. 17,500 tickets will be distributed. Fans will be notified on Sunday whether their names have been pulled in the random drawing. A family spokesman also says the Jackson family does not want people taking advantage of the memorial with counterfeit tickets or scalping tickets, which are free. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

1 PM ET - The investigation surrounding Michael Jackson's sudden death intensifies. The California Attorney General confirms joining the investigation, combing its narcotic enforcement database containing a list of doctors who prescribe controlled substances. The database also keeps tabs on the quantity and receipt of those substances. This, as sources reveal Jackson traveled with a "mini-clinic" of sorts, when he toured during the 90's. The "mini-clinic" consisted of an IV pole and an anesthesiologist who medicated the music superstar, who allegedly battled insomnia. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Thursday, July 2, 2009

7:26 PM ET - A Los Angeles judge has delayed a custody hearing concerning Jackson's children. The hearing, which will decide if Katherine Jackson can remain the children's temporary guardian, is now set for July 13. Will Debbie Rowe and/or her lawyer show up in court to seek custody of 2 of Jackson's children? (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

6:45 PM ET - Debbie Rowe's lawyer announces she has not made a final decision on seeking custody of 2 of Michael Jackson's children. But the lawyer did say a local report (KNBC), where Rowe revealed she would go for custody, is accurate. In other words, it's still unclear whether Rowe is going for custody or not. What we do know for sure is Michael Jackson's 2002 will explicitly cuts Debbie Rowe out. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

4:30 PM ET - We got the first glimpse of Michael Jackson rehearsing just 2 days before he collapses. CNN exclusively obtains video of the King of Pop staging his show at Los Angeles' Staples Center. Jackson is vibrant and appears to be in great shape as he hits all his signatures dance moves while singing his hit "They Don't Care About Us". The video raises even more questions about how the music superstar went from performing at such a vigorous level to collapsing then dying just 2 days later. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

1 PM ET - Michael Jackson's public memorial will take place on Tuesday at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. The location is where Jackson was wrapping up his final rehearsals for his series of London farewell concerts the night before he died. The arena seats 20,000 and the service is set to begin at 10 a.m. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Wednesday, July 1, 2009

7:15 PM ET - A judge grants temporary control of thousands of items at Neverland Ranch to Michael Jackson's mom. Lawyers for executors of Jackson's will want the judge to nullify Katherine Jackson's court order to take control of her son's assets. The judge ruled there is no urgency to give the executors charge over the Neverland possessions. Another hearing is set for Monday. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

6 PM ET - After a lot of confusion and conflicting reports, a newly hired spokesman for the Jackson family confirms there are no plans to hold a public or private viewing at Neverland Ranch. The family is making plans for a public memorial and will announce them shortly. Jackson's will, released this morning, does not indicate where he wanted to be buried. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

1:15 PM ET - Michael Jackson's 2002 will has finally been filed in court! The major headlines are:

-Jackson's entire estate given to Michael Jackson Family Trust

-Jackson's ex-wife Debbie Rowe is completely shut out of the will

-3 executors are named to control the family trust, lawyer John Branca, music exec. John McClain and family friend Barry Siegel

-Katherine Jackson named guardian of 3 kids, Diana Ross named successor guardian

-Jackson estate estimated at $500 million in July, 2002

(From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

1 PM ET - Was Michael Jackson trying desperately to get his hands on a powerful sedative to battle insomnia before his death? A nutritionist and nurse practitioner who claims she worked with Jackson prior to his death, says the music star begged her for Diprivan to induce sleep but she refused. Cherilyn Lee also claims 4 days before Jackson's death she received a frantic call the singer was in trouble and suggested he go to the hospital. Jackson allegedly never followed her advice, going into cardiac arrest at his Holmby Hills, California home. In response to the nurse's account, Jackson family attorney, Londell McMillan, says he doesn't understand why someone would comment on a particular drug they haven't given Michael Jackson directly or seen the music star take. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Tuesday, June 30, 2009

6:15 PM ET - As thousands of fans gather at Harlem's Apollo Theater to pay tribute to the King of Pop, some fans who bought tickets for Michael Jackson's farewell concerts in London are not celebrating the promoter's suggestion on what to do with their concert tickets. AEG is encouraging fans to keep their tickets as memorabilia rather than asking for a full refund. The ticket was inspired and designed by Michael Jackson and is now being touted as a "commemorative ticket". But many fans who paid between 50 and 75 pounds for the London shows are calling it a desperate attempt by AEG to keep money in their pockets. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

5:30 PM ET - Not only has a Michael Jackson will surfaced, but it appears the document will be filed in court. Jackson family attorney, L. Londell McMillan, says the family is aware of the will. But the question now is how does this will affect court papers filed by Katherine Jackson to control her late son's empire? (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

1:45 PM ET - CNN confirms a Michael Jackson will has surfaced. Jackson family attorney, L. Londell McMillan, says he has seen a 2002 will that names certain people as executors of Michael Jackson's estate. McMillan says the will came up after Katherine Jackson's court filings and could be one of many Michael Jackson wills. All wills would have to be probated. Reports are two of the executors of the 2002 will are one of Michael Jackson's lawyers and a music executive. Meantime, Katherine Jackson named temporary administrator of Michael Jackson's property to prevent third parties from looting her son's personal property. McMillan confirms the Jackson family is gathering up all of the late music icon's property to make sure it's secure. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

1:30 PM ET - CNN confirms Michael Jackson's body will return to his Neverland Ranch on Thursday morning for a public viewing on Friday. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Monday, June 29, 2009

7 PM ET - Some of the last photos of Michael Jackson rehearsing for his London concerts have surfaced. In the pictures, we see the pop superstar staging his show at Los Angeles' Staples Center. The photos show what appears to be a healthy, robust Jackson hitting his signature moves with his backup dancers. Tune into tonight's show to see some of the last images of the music superstar before his death. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

6 PM ET - There's some activity at the Holmby Hills, California home where Michael Jackson was living. Officials from the LAPD and Coroner's office have been spotted on the scene. Meantime, at a news conference today outside of the Jackson family's Los Angeles home, Joe Jackson said there are no immediate plans for a funeral as the family still has unanswered questions about Michael Jackson's death, awaiting results from a second autopsy. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

3:30 PM ET - More court action from Michael Jackson's parents in the wake of the music superstar's death. Katherine and Joe Jackson have filed a petition to control their late son's estate. The document says Katherine Jackson wants to ensure Jackson's three children are the beneficiaries. With all these court petitions emerging, the big question now is did Michael Jackson have a will? (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

2 PM ET - As questions swirl about what will happen to Michael Jackson's 3 children, a Los Angeles judge approves Katherine Jackson's request for temporary guardianship. Katherine Jackson's petition argued the children should be in her care because "the minors have no relationship with their biological mother" and are "currently residing with paternal grandmother." So far, there has been no confirmation on record that the biological mother of two of the children, Debbie Rowe, will fight for custody. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Friday, June 26, 2009



7 PM ET - It could be awhile until we learn exactly what happened to King of Pop Michael Jackson. The LA County Corner says Jackson's cause of death has not been determined. More tests, including toxicology, neuropathology and pulmonary have been ordered and will take 4 to 6 weeks to complete. A 3 hour autopsy determined there were no signs of foul play or trauma to the body. The coroner does confirm Jackson was taking prescription medications, but did not identify them. Reports are Jackson was taking anti-anxiety meds and painkiller Demerol. Michael Jackson's body is ready to be released to family as soon as they select a mortuary. Meantime, LAPD just held a news conference and announced they have set up a more extensive 2nd interview with Jackson's personal doctor, with the pop star when he went into cardiac arrest. But cops did not reveal the date or time of the upcoming interview. We hear people trying desperately to save Michael Jackson in a stunning 911 call. An unidentified man confirms Jackson's doctor was the only one on scene when the music superstar collapsed at his Holmby Hills, California home. The 911 call reveals despite the doctor's efforts administering CPR before paramedics arrived on the scene, Jackson remained unresponsive. Tune in to tonight's show, to hear the 911 call. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Thursday, June 25, 2009

4:30 PM: The LA County Coroner's office has delayed its news conference at least one hour. The preliminary autopsy is complete and the coroner has met with Michael Jackson's family in a secret location. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Thursday, June 25, 2009

3:45 PM ET - We are awaiting a statement from the LA County Coroner's Office on the tragic death of music icon Michael Jackson. An autopsy is underway at this very hour. The investigation now focused on Jackson's rented mansion near Beverly Hills, where the superstar went into cardiac arrest Thursday afternoon. Police have interviewed Jackson's personal doctor, who was with the pop star when he collapsed, but as of today they cannot find the physician. Jackson's doctor's car was seized by police early today and the LAPD confirms the car may contain medications connected to the investigation. Reports emerging Jackson taking multiple prescription drugs at the time of his death. We will bring you details from the coroner's news conference as soon as it happens. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Thursday, June 25, 2009

5 PM ET - The murder trial for Caylee Anthony hasn't even started yet and already there's reports of a new book. A Texas author has penned "Mommy's little girl" about the murder case and according to the Orlando Sentinel, the book, not even on bookstore shelves yet, is creating quite the outrage. People are apparently angry about the title, the timing and complain the author is profiting from the horrific tragedy. The author claims the Anthonys are not profiting from the book. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Wednesday, June 24, 2009

3 PM ET - The owner of the tattoo shop where Casey Anthony got inked just weeks after Caylee went missing says she spoke briefly about her little girl when she came to the Cast Iron tattoo shop. But in a primetime exclusive on our show, owner, Danny Knight, said tot mom explained Caylee was with her nanny. Anthony set up an appointment to get another tattoo, promising to bring little Caylee with her, but that never materialized because tot mom ended up behind bars. Prosecutors want to take photos of that "Bella Vita" tattoo on Anthony's shoulder, presumably as evidence. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Tuesday, June 23, 2009

6 PM ET - The State wants Casey Anthony to go on trial for check fraud charges before she faces a jury on murder one. Prosecutors filed a motion requesting that a trial date be set within the next 2 months. Will the State play in court the surveillance video of tot mom's shopping spree as she racks up clothes, beer, groceries and lingerie for herself? All of it allegedly using her so-called friend Amy Huizenga's checking account while Huizenga vacationed in Puerto Rico.(From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Monday, June 22, 2009

3 PM ET - Casey Anthony's tattoos will apparently come into evidence at her upcoming murder trial. The State filed a motion requesting to take photos of a tattoo on tot mom's shoulder. Just weeks after her daughter, Caylee, went missing, an artist at local Cast Iron Tattoo shop says Anthony came in for a new tattoo, "Bella Vida", the beautiful life. On a visit to Cast Iron Tattoo shop last year, artists there told us they turned over that sketch of Anthony's new tattoo to cops. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)



Friday, June 19, 2009

4 PM ET - We know Oak Ridge Lab in Tennessee conducted "pizza" decomposition testing in the Caylee Anthony murder case. But newly released autopsy and forensic reports, also confirm Oak Ridge performed decomposition testing of a squirrel. You may remember tot mom Casey Anthony told friends and family she ran over a squirrel, possibly to explain the rancid smell in her car. But air samples confirmed it was the smell of human decomposition. Both decomposition tests, the pizza and squirrel, shoot down the Anthonys' explanation for the smell in tot mom's car. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)



2 PM ET - Caylee Anthony's autopsy report confirms the little girl's remains were so skeletonized, cause of death could not be determined. No trauma was evident to the skeleton, but the report does confirm duct tape was placed over the lower face and still attached to head hair. The tape was placed over Caylee's mouth prior to decomposition. According to the autopsy, all indications are the body was dumped in the heavily wooded area near the Anthony home right after Caylee's death. At one point, grandmother Cindy Anthony said someone may have placed the body there after Casey Anthony was in jail. The autopsy report clearly debunking that theory. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)



Noon ET - Caylee Anthony's autopsy report released. An Orange County judge denied a motion by grandparents George and Cindy Anthony to restrict the release of the report, which they believe will be exploited and cause more anguish. The report is public record now. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Thursday, June 18, 2009

1 PM ET - We may learn as early as tomorrow whether Judge Stan Strickland will allow the public release of Caylee Anthony's autopsy report. A hearing has been scheduled for 11 am on George and Cindy Anthony's motion to restrict disclosure of the report until it is necessary for prosecutors to introduce it as evidence in court. The autopsy had been expected in the batch of discovery documents released last week but Judge Strickland issued a temporary stay until he could hear arguments on the issue. The Anthonys' motion claims that releasing the report would "cause great anguish" for them and that the "endless comment and speculation" on its findings in the media would make their struggle with grief over their granddaughter's death even more difficult than it has been. The Orlando Sentinel, one of the media organizations seeking the release of the document, plans to have an attorney present tomorrow. Casey Anthony, however, will not be transported from jail to attend the hearing according to a court administrator. (From Stephen Loiaconi, Nancy Grace Producer)

Wednesday, June 17, 2009

3 PM ET - It looks like the public may have to wait until Casey Anthony's trial to see a jail videotape of her reaction to learning a child's remains had been found near her house, if we ever get to see it at all. In his order today sealing the tape, Judge Stan Strickland acknowledged that given the pretrial publicity in the case, it is not unreasonable to fear that potential jurors could see the video and "develop a 'hardened' attitude in reference to the defendant's guilt." Strickland also said that media coverage of the video's release would "most assuredly" be shown throughout Florida, tainting any jury pool in the state, regardless of whether he grants the defense's pending motion for a change of venue. He added that it is still possible the tape will not even be shown to the jury at trial. He then concluded that "it does not seem too great a restraint to limit access to the video in question" and ordered that it not be released to the media and the general public until further order of the court. (From Stephen Loiaconi, Nancy Grace Producer)

Tuesday, June 16, 2009

6:00 PM ET - Another day, another objection to Jose Baez's attempts to obtain phone records from potential witnesses in the case. An attorney for Anthony Lazzaro filed a motion Friday to quash the subpoena Baez is seeking for his client's records, arguing that it would be an invasion of his privacy to turn over information covering the broad timeframe Baez has requested. Also filed on Friday was a defense motion indicating that Casey Anthony's attorneys want to depose five more Orange County Jail employees. Prosecutors, meanwhile, objected to defense efforts to further delay a ruling on the release of the jail videotape of Casey Anthony's reaction to the discovery of a child's remains. Despite the defense claims that the delay is necessary to accommodate new defense team member Andrea Lyon, the state's motion suggests the real purpose is to deflect attention from the evidence against his client with more "unsubstantiated and irrelevant propaganda" and "endless histrionics" about government misconduct. Instead of allowing the "circus-like atmosphere" of a hearing, they want the judge to rule based on the pleadings already filed on the issue. (From Stephen Loiaconi, Nancy Grace Producer)

5:00 PM ET - On the anniversary of the last time Caylee Anthony's grandparents saw her alive, George and Cindy Anthony were speaking out on CBS's "The Early Show" this morning. After acknowledging that this is a tough day for them, the interview focused mainly on their efforts to create something positive from their grief through the Caylee Marie Anthony Foundation. Cindy Anthony explained that the purpose of the organization will be to provide support to families of missing children and help keep their cases in the national media. When asked about comments by Ronald Cummings, the father of still-missing 5-year-old Haleigh Cummings, that he didn't want their help, Cindy said he made a mistake and suggested that she was partly responsible for the national attention that Haleigh's disappearance got because she called reporters and urged them to cover the case. (From Stephen Loiaconi, Nancy Grace Producer)

3:30 PM ET - While George and Cindy Anthony were talking about their granddaughter on CBS, their attorney Brad Conway appeared on ABC's "Good Morning America" to discuss recent developments in the case. Conway flatly denied a claim made in discovery documents released last week that Cindy told a blogger that she thought Casey Anthony probably did something to Caylee. According to him, Cindy did talk to blogger Sean Krause but some of the comments he attributed to her were sent by someone else from a hacked email account. While Conway acknowledged that he isn't aware of any theory about what happened to Caylee that would rule out Casey Anthony as a suspect, he did suggest that other people may have been involved in the child's death. He didn't elaborate on who those people are or exactly what their involvement might be, though. Conway also expressed disapproval of the decision by defense attorney Jose Baez not to allow Casey Anthony to see her parents due to fear of recordings of those visits being released to the media. Conway said George and Cindy Anthony would like to take any opportunity they can to see their daughter. Also, defense attorney Linda Kenny-Baden was on "The Today Show" on NBC this morning promoting a new book co-written with husband Michael Baden, but she remained cryptic when asked about the Caylee Anthony case. She deflected questions about the significance of the one-year anniversary of Caylee's disappearance, prosecutors' decision to seek the death penalty and when the trial might actually begin, saying all of these issues will be addressed in court. (From Stephen Loiaconi, Nancy Grace Producer)

Monday, June 15, 2009

2:00 PM ET - Tomorrow will mark one year. One year since one Orlando family went through the ultimate tragedy. Tomorrow marks the last day anyone saw Caylee Marie Anthony alive. A year ago today, June 15, 2008, the last known video showing the 2 year old toddler alive, playing with her great grandfather on father's day. That day was also the last day grandmother Cindy Anthony saw her little granddaughter. The next day, George Anthony spotted tot mom as she left with Caylee that afternoon. He was the last person to see Caylee alive besides tot mom Casey Anthony. Prosecutors intend to prove that shortly after that, Casey Anthony murdered her daughter Caylee and left her in a wooded area of suburban drive just yards from her own home. Anthony, now facing the death penalty, has remained in jail since October, and continues to proclaim her innocence from behind bars. (From Matt Zarrell, Nancy Grace Producer)

Friday, June 12, 2009

1:30 PM ET - Hundreds of pages of new evidence were released by the State Attorney's office today in the case against tot mom Casey Anthony. The document include transcripts of grandparents George and Cindy Anthony under oath, employment records for tot mom, and transcripts of police interviews with witnesses. One interview that may raise eyebrows is an interview orange county sheriff's investigators did with tot mom's friend Michelle Murphy. In her interview with cops, Murphy describes a phone conversation she had with tot mom a year before Caylee vanished, where Anthony talked about getting herself committed. Murphy also told investigators details about tot mom's pregnancy after caylee was born, which Anthony claimed ended in a miscarriage. (From Matt Zarrell, Nancy Grace Producer)

Thursday, June 11, 2009

6 PM ET - Judge Stan Strickland has issued a temporary stay after grandparents George and Cindy Anthony filed a motion to stop the autopsy results from being released as part of discovery. The autopsy results were expected to be released along with hundreds of pages of documents in the case against Casey Anthony. Strickland will allow the media to present their argument as to why the results should be made public, while the Anthonys are hoping to avoid "great anguish" that would come with the details of Caylee's remains being made available to the public. Hundreds of pages of documents are expected to be released in hours and grandparents George and Cindy Anthony are trying to stop some of the info from being released, including the autopsy of little Caylee. In a motion filed today by attorney Brad Conway, the Anthonys want the judge to block the release of the autopsy results, saying that it would cause the family "great anguish". Caylee's death has been ruled a homicide, but medical examiner Dr. Jan garavaglia says it will be impossible to determine how caylee was murdered. The discovery released may also include the toxicology results of testing done on caylee. Previously released documents show evidence of chloroform was found in the car trunk of Casey Anthony's Pontiac Sunfire. (From Matt Zarrell, Nancy Grace Producer)

Wednesday, June 10, 2009

3 PM ET - An Orange County corrections officer testified under oath that tot mom Casey Anthony wanted to watch TV the day Caylee's remains were found in the wooded area not far from her home. Officer Billy Richardson says when he went down to Anthony's jail cell to pick her up and tell her to go to the clinic, Anthony was listening to the radio. Richardson says Anthony replied "Good, because there's something going on and I want to know about it". Jailers taped Anthony's reaction to the news of caylee being found...the Anthony's attorney is trying to stop the tape from being released. (From Matt Zarrell, Nancy Grace Producer)

Tuesday, June 9, 2009

9 PM ET - The tot mom's defense team has just filed a motion asking the judge to delay deciding whether or not to release the video taken of the tot mom the day caylee's remains were discovered. Baez wants the decision delayed to give the defense team's newest attorney, Andrea Lyon, more time to become familiar with the case. The defense claims they intend to show that the tape is part of a larger issue: that the state intends to create a presumption of guilt and hurt the potential jury pool by leaking information to the public. The defense also argues that releasing the tape would violate Anthony's rights to keep her medical records private. (From Matt Zarrell, Nancy Grace Producer)

Monday, June 8, 2009

3 PM ET - The new death penalty attorney for tot mom's defense team, Andrea Lyon, has filed paperwork seeking permission to officially enter the case. Lyon will reportedly be asked to try and prove the evidence against Casey Anthony does not warrant the state seeking the death penalty. The defense has filed amended motions regarding cell phone records for meter reader Roy Kronk, Anthony's former fiancé Jesse Grund, and Anthony's former friend Amy Huizenga. The new motions, at the judge's request, have more clearly specified the timeframe of phone records the defense is seeking. Meanwhile, Casey Anthony's attorney is trying to get the defamation lawsuit filed against her by Zenaida Gonzalez delayed, saying Anthony cannot defend herself in the lawsuit with the possibility of the death penalty looming with the murder trial. (From Matt Zarrell, Nancy Grace Producer)

Friday, June 5, 2009

2:30 p.m. ET - Cops question George and Cindy Anthony about an incident involving women who claim they were chased by Caylee's grandparents out of the Anthony's neighborhood, after placing memorial crosses for Caylee near the area where the little girl's remains were recovered. The Anthonys' side of the story is when they warned the women to leave grandfather George was nearly run over. An investigation is underway, but police have yet to release the 911 call. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Thursday, June 4, 2009

3 PM ET - Just when you think it can't get any worse, it looks like people are still hawking items for profit in the Caylee Anthony murder case. Along with dolls, t-shirts, bumper stickers and a laundry list of other items, now comes the sale of a high school yearbook with pictures of Casey Anthony when she was a junior and a member of the travel and tourism club. The 2003 yearbook sold for nearly $500 on eBay. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Wednesday, June 3, 2009

5 PM ET - George and Cindy Anthonys' private eye files a motion to stop the defense from getting their hands on his phone and other personal records. Dominic Casey argues he was not notified of the defense's motion seeking those records or of a hearing where tot mom's lawyers gave arguments concerning the phone records. You may remember that video from our show of Dominic Casey digging around the woods just weeks before Caylee's remains are recovered near the Anthony home. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

2 PM ET - A lawyer for George and Cindy Anthony is apparently giving a different version of events concerning an altercation near the heavily wooded area where Caylee's remains were discovered. Police are looking into allegations by a group of women who claim they were chased in a vehicle by the Anthonys. The women say after putting up a memorial cross for Caylee, Cindy Anthony removed it, leading to the car chase. But the Anthony's attorney reportedly says the women were driving around the neighborhood with the lights off, ducking so they wouldn't be seen. When George Anthony threatened to call police, that's when his lawyer says Anthony was nearly run over by the other car. The Orange County Sheriff's Office says they may release the 911 call later today. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Tuesday, June 2, 2009

6:30 PM ET - The Orange County Sheriff's Office confirms they are investigating allegations George and Cindy Anthony chased four females from the heavily wooded area where Caylee's remains were discovered. The women were attempting to replace a memorial cross they say had been removed. According to a police statement, the women stayed behind to try and catch the person who had been removing their crosses. The women claim a black SUV drove to the area and a female left the vehicle and removed the new cross. After snapping a photo of the black SUV, the women say their vehicle was chased by George and Cindy Anthony. A 911 call was made during the car chase and we are awaiting word from the sheriff's office on whether that tape will be released. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

5 PM ET - We learn the jail video recording was zoomed in for a close-up of tot mom's reaction to the discovery of Caylee's remains. This revealed as part of sworn testimony by jail officers with Casey Anthony that day. According to female lieutenant Tammy Unser, jailers had tot mom sit in a chair at the jail's medical facility and watch the local news on instruction from the Orange County Sheriff's office. Both Unser and Sergeant Bill Richardson, also with Casey Anthony at the jail, testified they thought what was happening to tot mom was mean and cruel. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

2 PM ET - Casey We learn the jail video recording was zoomed in for a close-up of tot mom's reaction to the discovery of Caylee's remains. This revealed as part of sworn testimony by jail officers with Casey Anthony that day. According to female lieutenant Tammy Unser, jailers had tot mom sit in a chair at the jail's medical facility and watch the local news on instruction from the Orange County Sheriff's office. Both Unser and Sergeant Bill Richardson, also with Casey Anthony at the jail, testified they thought what was happening to tot mom was mean and cruel. Anthony's lawyer files another motion to stop the release of tot mom's jailhouse reaction to the discovery of Caylee's remains, caught on videotape. The motion includes depositions from two jail officers with tot mom the day investigators recover Caylee's bones.(From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

1:30 PM ET - Transcripts of sworn testimony by jail officers with Casey Anthony the day she watches live TV coverage of the discovery of Caylee's remains, have just been released. Female lieutenant Tammy Uncer once told police tot mom hyperventilated and asked for a sedative the day Caylee's skeleton was found. More details to come from what the officers had to say to tot mom's lawyers under oath. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Monday, June 1, 2009

6 PM ET - WESH reporting a prayer vigil is planned to mark the one year death of Florida girl Caylee Anthony. Investigators believe Caylee was killed on June 16. The event is being organized by volunteers who searched for Caylee and is set to take place at local Jay Blanchard Park, Orlando and will reportedly include a balloon release.

(From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Friday, May 29, 2009

4 PM ET - Casey Anthony's lead defense lawyer hit the national airwaves again. This just one day after fighting in court to stop the release of a jail videotape of tot mom the day she learns of the discovery of Caylee's remains. Jose Baez talked about the new addition to the defense team, death penalty expert Andrea Lyon, why tot mom's parents have not been to the jail to visit and the defense plan to challenge the evidence, including forensics. As far as the jailhouse videotape in question, Baez claims two jail officers the defense put under oath, claim the way tot mom was treated the day Caylee's remains were found was cruel and unusual. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Thursday, May 28, 2009

NOON ET - Both sides square off in court today as Casey Anthony's lawyers fight to keep a jailhouse videotape secret. Anthony's attorneys do not want the public and potential jury pool to see her reaction during live TV coverage of the discovery of Caylee Anthony's remains. According to a female jail lieutenant, tot mom hyperventilating, collapsing into a chair and asking for a sedative. With the motion to stop the tape's release filed just late yesterday, the judge delays a ruling to give prosecutors time to review the motion and media a chance to argue for the tape's release under public records law. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Wednesday, May 27, 2009

9 PM ET - Casey Anthony's defense team reportedly filed a request late today asking the judge to order the video of her reaction the day her daughter's remains were found sealed. Attorney Jose Baez reportedly wrote in the motion that the video must not be released to the public for medical privacy and other reasons that have been developed. (From Matthew Zarrell, Nancy Grace Producer)

Tuesday, May 26, 2009

3 PM ET - A new member of the Casey Anthony defense team is set to be introduced at a hearing on Thursday. According to the Florida Rules of Criminal Procedure, attorneys must meet certain minimum standards to handle death cases. Defense Attorney Jose Baez is not death penalty qualified. At the hearing, Baez is also expected to ask the judge to bar release of jail video showing the Tot mom's emotional reaction to the remains of her daughter Caylee being found just yards from her own home. (From Matthew Zarrell, Nancy Grace Producer)

Thursday, May 21, 2009

10 PM ET - It looks like we'll have to wait to find out whether George, Cindy, and Lee Anthony will be forced to answer more questions under oath. Their portion of this morning's hearing has been postponed because the Anthonys' attorney was not able to make an appearance in court. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Wednesday, May 20, 2009

4 PM ET - Both sides are gearing up for another court hearing connected to the Caylee Anthony murder investigation. Lawyers for Zenaida Gonzalez want to force George and Cindy Anthony to answer more questions under oath. During their last round of videotaped testimony, both Cindy and George refused to answer a few questions, including the last time George Anthony saw little Caylee alive and whether Caylee could have been killed in the family pool. A hearing is set for tomorrow at 10:30 a.m. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Tuesday, May 19, 2009

5 PM ET - George and Cindy Anthony may soon be back on the hot seat. Lawyers for Zenaida Gonzalez want to force the Anthonys to answer questions they refused, under oath. A hearing is set for Thursday at 10:30 a.m. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

3 PM ET - Casey Anthony's lawyer says by next week he will file another motion to dismiss a lawsuit by Zenaida Gonzalez. Moments ago, a judge ruled Gonzalez could go forward and seek punitive damages. According to her civil attorney, tot mom will not answer questions under oath with the death penalty hanging over her head. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

1 PM ET - A judge is allowing plaintiff Zenaida Gonzalez to go for punitive damages against tot mom Casey Anthony. Right now Gonzalez' lawsuit is seeking $15,000. Anthony's motion to dismiss will be heard at a later date. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

12 PM ET - George and Cindy Anthony have arrived at the courthouse for a hearing as their daughter Casey Anthony attempts to get a lawsuit by Zenaida Gonzalez dismissed. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Monday, May 18, 2009

4 PM ET - Caylee's grandparents George and Cindy Anthony participated in the National Vigil for Hope, bringing awareness to the more than 300,000 missing children in the US. The coalition of businesses, communities and other organizations gathered for prayer vigils across the country. This, as both sides gear up for a 10am hearing in court tomorrow concerning Casey Anthony's motion to dismiss a defamation lawsuit by Zenaida Gonzalez, the nanny tot mom claims kidnapped Caylee. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Friday, May 15, 2009

4 PM ET - Since his appearance on our show, Terence Lenamon, the veteran defense attorney who argued against the death penalty for Casey Anthony, released this statement: "The importance of an experienced death qualified attorney's independent involvement in Ms. Anthony's case cannot be over emphasized. The penalty of death is unique in both its severity and finality. Standards consistent with both Florida law and the American Bar Associations Guideline's for the Appointment and Performance of Counsel in Death Penalty Cases (Feb. 2003) require conflict free investigation, evaluation, and preparation. In that I am no longer involved in the case, I am confident that Mr. Baez will aggressively pursue assuring that Ms. Anthony is provided death qualified counsel that will diligently represent her interests." Casey Anthony's defense team still has not revealed the name of the new DP qualified lawyer who will represent her at trial. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

2 PM ET - A hearing will take place next Tuesday, May 19 at 10am concerning a lawsuit by plaintiff Zenaida Gonzalez. At issue is tot mom's motion to dismiss the defamation lawsuit. Gonzalez claims she has not been able to find work and her life has been disrupted since tot mom named Zenaida Gonzalez as the so-called nanny who kidnapped Caylee. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Thursday, May 14, 2009

5 PM ET - More depositions under way. Tot mom Casey Anthony's lawyers grilling another round of key witnesses under oath, including a DCF worker who tot mom opened up to saying she's innocent. According to the male child services worker tot mom also called her 2 year old girl Caylee "that child". (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Wednesday, May 13, 2009

5 PM ET - Did Casey Anthony come up with lies to cops and family by ripping off details from her own friends lives? According to tot mom's longtime friends...yes. Multiple friends reveal tot mom made up jobs at Universal Studios and Sports Authority, which happened to be two places her friends worked. Casey Anthony also allegedly came up with Sawgrass apartments as the location where Caylee was kidnapped, because her friend lived there. Tot mom's history of lies is sure to come up at trial.(From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

2 PM ET - Casey Anthony's lawyers are grilling more witnesses today. On the hot seat? An Orange County deputy among the first to arrive when little Caylee's remains discovered in a heavily wooded area and a Department of Children and Families worker who once investigated a child abuse claim against tot mom.

Tuesday, May 12, 2009

6 PM ET - Does Casey Anthony have a make-shift memorial for her little girl in her private jail cell? According to a former inmate, tot mom has a collage of personal photos and magazine photos of little Caylee displayed on a poster board made out of legal pads. The "shrine" also reportedly has black flowers constructed out of paper mache-like material. Also allegedly in tot mom's cell? Crackers, cookies, candy and make-up. Tune in tonight to hear the former inmate's account on videotape. The jail is disputing the former inmate's story that Casey Anthony had to be restrained the day she learned prosecutors were seeking the death penalty. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

2 PM ET - A former inmate at the jail where Casey Anthony sits in her private cell claims tot mom throws a tantrum, repeatedly screaming "I'm pissed" the day she learns the State is seeking the death penalty. Tot mom reportedly so outraged, she had to be restrained. But the jail is disputing these claims saying it never happened and expressing shock "a publication would give credibility to a former inmate without verifying with the corrections department". (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Monday, May 11, 2009

4PM ET - Casey Anthony's lawyers file a response objecting to the State's motion asking for the defense to reveal who on their team is qualified to lead the death penalty case. In the last days, tot mom's lawyers revealed they have added a new South Florida, DP qualified attorney, but as of now still no word on a name. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

2 PM ET - More key witnesses giving testimony under oath today. The defense is grilling an Orange County deputy and two of meter reader Roy Kronk's co-workers. Today's sworn testimony centers around Kronk's 911 tips from a heavily wooded area four months before he would eventually discover Caylee's remains there. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Friday, May 8, 2009

Noon ET - Reports are Casey Anthony's defense plans to reveal a new lawyer added to the team, making them qualified to try the death penalty murder case. Tot mom's lawyers are keeping mum on the name, but say he is a prominent lawyer. Casey Anthony's next court hearing set for May 28 and all indications are the new DP qualified lawyer will be there. Last night, prosecutors file a motion to force the defense to reveal who on their team is qualified to lead the death penalty case. Previously tot mom's lawyers relied on the expertise of South Florida attorney Terence Lenamon to argue against the death penalty. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Thursday, May 7, 2009

2 PM ET - The jail is disputing reports Casey Anthony had to be physically restrained after learning the State would seek the death penalty. According to a spokesman, there was no time in which Anthony had to be placed on a restraint bed and say tot mom has been cooperative, following jail rules. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Wednesday, May 6, 2009

4:30 PM ET - It's a busy week for Casey Anthony's lawyers. Already filing a motion for change of venue and deposing a female lieutenant and a detective, the defense says they will place more key witnesses under oath. Beginning next week tot mom's lawyers will grill a few more Orange County Sheriff's deputies, Department of Children and Families personnel and a security guard at Universal, where Casey Anthony said she went to work the day Caylee vanishes. Tot mom's lawyers are also combing over 700 pages of new discovery from the State. Prosecutors are set to meet in the next few days to come up with their response to the defense's motion to move the trial out of Orlando. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Tuesday, May 5, 2009

6 PM ET - Depositions are over for the day, but we just learn Casey Anthony's lawyers plan to call back the female lieutenant with tot mom the day she watches news coverage of the discovery of Caylee's tiny skeleton. Jail Lieutenant Tammy Unser set for round 2 under oath. The other key witness today, Detective Philip Graves, had little to say while leaving the State Attorney's Office, but Jose Baez had a few words for reporters talking in front of the cameras. Baez says they are trying to get to the bottom of what happened behind bars that day and claims tot mom was mistreated.

4 PM ET - Depositions are still going on in the Caylee Anthony murder case. The defense grilling a female lieutenant with tot mom the day she reacts to live TV coverage of little Caylee's remains and a detective who interviewed that female lieutenant. Also tonight, tune in to hear audiotapes from stacks of secret police files, of that lady jailer describing how Casey Anthony hyperventilates and asks for medication as investigators recover Caylee's tiny bones. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

2 PM ET - More key witnesses testify under oath today. Casey Anthony's lawyers grilling a female corrections officer and a sheriff's deputy. The lady jailer with tot mom the day she watches live TV coverage of the discovery of Caylee's remains. According to the corrections officer, Casey Anthony hyperventilates, collapses into a chair and asks for a sedative as the grim news unfolds before her very eyes. The defense is fighting to keep Anthonys' reaction, caught on videotape, a secret. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Monday, May 4, 2009

5 PM ET - Casey Anthony's lawyers just file a motion for change of venue. Moments ago, Jose Baez announces he is requesting the trial be moved from Central Florida to South Florida. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

3 PM ET - Shortly before they are set to file a motion for a change of venue, Casey Anthony's defense takes to the national airwaves again. This time Linda Kenney-Baden appears on the Today show, saying local media coverage and leaks are the reason they will ask for Casey Anthony's trial to be moved out of Orlando. Kenney-Baden also says they are exploring different theories as to why the State is seeking the death penalty, including to get a better jury pool and as a way to remove some of the defense lawyers who are unqualified to be lead counsel on a DP case. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

1 PM ET - Casey Anthony's lawyers confirm they will finally file a motion for a change of venue today. Defense attorney Jose Baez is scheduled to make a statement at the courthouse shortly. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Friday, May 1, 2009

5 PM ET - New police interviews inside tot mom's murder case reveal a deputy who investigated a meter reader's tips lied about what he found at the scene just months before police recover Caylee's remains. Did it slow investigators down in the search for Caylee?(From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

2 PM ET - Just revealed in hundreds of new documents from prosecutors, we learn investigators attempt to link 3 key locations in the Caylee Anthony murder case...tot mom's car, the Anthony home and the woods where Caylee's remains discovered. But soil sample tests reveal no evidence linking Casey Anthony's shoes to the crime scene. During the investigation, cops seizing 22 pairs of tot mom's shoes. Dirt from tot mom's car also could not be directly matched to the crime scene. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

NOON ET - The State releases new discovery in the Caylee Anthony murder case. Among the hundreds of pages of documents are evidence forms, fingerprint reports, FBI lab reports, phone records and multiple interviews. More details to come. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Thursday, April 30, 2009

NOON ET - We are awaiting new discovery from stacks of secret police files inside the Caylee Anthony murder case. And of course, we will bring you those new details as soon as we have them. Also the clock is ticking down on another round of tot mom's lawyers grilling key witnesses under oath. A corrections officer, the female jailer with tot mom the day she watches live TV coverage of the discovery of Caylee's remains, set to give sworn testimony. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Wednesday, April 29, 2009

4:30 PM ET - An Orange County Sheriff's deputy fired for his handling of tips in the Caylee Anthony murder case, is joining the fight against Casey Anthony's lawyers for private cell phone records. A motion filed moments ago by Deputy Richard Cain citing the violation of his privacy and the exemption of personal information and photos of law enforcement under the Florida Public Records Law. Cain joins meter reader Roy Kronk and tot mom's friend Amy Huizenga in their fight against turning over their phone records. Ironically, it's Kronk's tips that ultimately lead to Cain's firing. Cain is now appealing his termination. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

2 PM ET - Is "ugly coping" how Casey Anthony's lawyers will explain her wild partying and shopping spree after Caylee goes missing? No doubt those photos of tot mom out on the town, dancing and posing for the cameras, will come into trial, as well as surveillance video of her buying beer, clothes, sportswear and lingerie allegedly using her best friend's checks. A Columbia University behaviorist came up with "ugly coping" to describe people who indulge in strange behaviors as a way of grieving. It's the same phrase used by lawyers during the trial of a military widow convicted of poisoning her Marine husband for insurance money. The widow would eventually be released from jail after evidence proved her husband was not poisoned. Defense attorney Jose Baez talked about that case during a recent interview. Is Baez planning to use a similar defense at trial? (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Tuesday, April 28, 2009

5:30 PM ET - Do Casey Anthony's lawyers have an explanation for those disturbing photos of tot mom partying after Caylee goes missing, her shopping sprees allegedly using her friend's checking account and the chloroform found in tot mom's car? Reports are Jose Baez is comparing tot mom to a military widow accused of poisoning her Marine husband then going out on sex and shopping sprees using her dead husband's insurance money. The widow, Cynthia Sommer, would go on to be released from jail after it's determined her husband was not poisoned after all. Does Baez plan to use the Sommer's case as an example of how someone's erratic behavior after the death of a loved one does not prove they committed murder? (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

1:30 PM ET - Taxpayers are still shelling out money and will continue to do so in the Caylee Anthony murder case. This time, tax dollars are funding a lawyer for the utility meter reader who discovered Caylee's remains. Already costing $10,000, Roy Kronk reportedly needs more even more money to get ready for the murder case. Kronk undergoing multiple police interviews and fighting tot mom's lawyers who want his personal cell phone records. Kronk is asking Orange County for another $2,500 and that number could keep growing. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Monday, April 27, 2009

6 PM ET - All indications are it's going to be the battle of forensics at tot mom's murder trial. The defense reveals it will attack the state's evidence, saying it amounts to nothing more than junk science. Tot mom's lawyers speaking out, saying they don't believe prosecutors' forensic evidence in the case is "ready for primetime" and has not been fully accepted by the scientific community. One thing that's interesting to note is that Jose Baez mentions a previous article by notable forensic anthropologist and Oak Ridge scientist, Dr. Arpad Vass, that says smell of death is like a rotten potato. We know at one time Cindy Anthony blamed the smell in tot mom's car to a rotting pizza. Does the defense plan on using Dr. Vass' rotten potato comparison to back up that claim? (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

3 PM ET - More from Casey Anthony's lawyer, speaking out for the first time since the State announces it will seek the death penalty. Jose Baez insists tot mom will not be intimidated into taking a plea deal. As far as the smell of death and evidence showing human decomposition in tot mom's trunk, the defense says renowned Oak Ridge lab's finding is a presumptive result and not conclusive and uses science not fully accepted by the scientific community. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

Friday, April 24, 2009

3 PM ET - Zenaida Gonzalez' attorneys file a court motion to force Cindy Anthony to answer questions under oath. During videotaped testimony 2 weeks ago, Cindy Anthony combative, refusing to fully cooperate with lawyers. Caylee's grandmother even yelling and cursing at the attorneys before storming out...all of it caught on videotape. Zenaida Gonzalez' attorneys also want the courts to force grandfather George Anthony to answer all the questions under oath.

2 PM ET - Casey Anthony's defense lawyers plan to attack forensic evidence at the murder trial. Jose Baez took to the airwaves revealing some of the defense's strategy. Baez says they will go after hair samples found in tot mom's car trunk. State evidence reveals human decomposition in that trunk, but the defense says their own high-profile expert found 17 hairs showing no signs of a decomposing body. But how does the defense plan to attack the cadaver dog that hit on tot mom's car and air samples also showing evidence of decomposition? So far the defense is chalking that up to "junk science". Tot mom's lawyers still have not explained their defense for the so-called nanny who allegedly kidnapped Caylee, a nanny police say does not exist, and why Casey Anthony goes a month without reporting her little girl missing or even telling family and friends.(From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

NOON ET - For the first time since prosecutors confirm they will seek the death penalty against tot mom Casey Anthony, her lawyer Jose Baez breaks his silence. And we get a glimpse into the defense's strategy for trial. Baez says there's no cause of death, no witnesses to the murder, and no way to directly tie Casey Anthony to Caylee's remains. Tot mom's lawyer says the State must prove she was able to dump Caylee's body in that heavily wooded area before going to jail and then the body remained in the same woods for close to 6 months.

Thursday, April 23, 2009

8 PM ET - The State beefing up its witness list adding forensic experts, including some from the FBI's Quantico lab and the U.S. Dept. of Interior's Fish & Wildlife Service. The State also confirms turning over additional discovery to tot mom's lawyers, including search warrants and photos from the check cashing shop where tot mom abandons her car. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

7:30 PM ET - Tot mom's former friend Amy Huizenga has just filed a court motion to block the defense from getting their hands on her personal cell phone and computer records. Huizenga's motion on the heels of a similar filing by Roy Kronk, the utility meter reader who discovers Caylee's remains. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

4 PM ET - Her parents' latest round of TV interviews is not curbing tot mom's appetite one bit. Casey Anthony ordering up snacks, water, BBQ chips, Cajun mix and food for a Mexican feast, including chicken, jalapeno nacho chips and flour tortillas...all to enjoy in her private jail cell. Strangers from across the country skipping out on this round of contributing to Casey's jail account. No new deposits for tot mom. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

2 PM ET - As Part 2 of their interview with CBS hits the airwaves, George and Cindy Anthony removed as keynote speakers at a major crime victims conference. The Anthonys were set to speak on May 13 in Connecticut, but now their names are missing from the line-up on the Melanie Ilene Rieger's memorial conference website. Reports of a backlash by some victims advocates who say they do not want the Anthonys helping the families of murdered or missing people and are also angry with the Anthonys for making repeated TV appearances. (From Stacey Newman, Nancy Grace Producer)

NOON ET - Part 2 of Cindy and George Anthony's interview airs on CBS' Early Show this morning. The Anthony sharing their memories of little Caylee and how they've been dealing with their granddaughter's death. Although they say Caylee was murdered, the Anthonys say they do not know the detai