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Blayne Alexander sits down with Andrea Canning to discuss her latest episode, “Book of Lies.” In 2023, Utah mother of three Kouri Richins appeared on a local talk show to promote a children’s book she’d written about grief after the sudden death of her husband, Eric. Weeks later, she was behind bars, accused of his murder. Prosecutors said Kouri had spiked Eric's cocktail with fentanyl she purchased from the family housekeeper. She went to trial earlier this year and was found guilty. Andrea talks to Blayne about the tensions between Kouri

Andrea Canning reports on the case of Utah mother Kouri Richins, who wrote a children’s book about grief following her husband’s death and recently went on trial for his murder.

In North Carolina, Gudrun Casper-Leinenkugel is accused of serving poison-laced wine to her guests at Thanksgiving dinner. Her daughter, Leela Livis, died the next day. In Los Angeles, singer and TikTok star David Anthony Burke, also known as D4vd, was arrested and charged with the murder of a 14-year-old girl, Celeste Rivas, whose remains were found in the trunk of his car. In Dateline Roundup, Alec Baldwin faces civil lawsuit over 2021 "Rust" shooting. Utah mom Tracey Grist, on trial for allegedly masterminding the murder of her son-in-law, takes the stand.

Lester Holt sits down with Keith Morrison to discuss his latest episode, “Deadly Swagger.” In 2021, wealthy California couple Gary Spohr and Wendy Wood were gunned down in their home on Lake Tahoe. Investigators quickly uncovered security camera video showing a masked intruder sneaking into their house on the day of the shooting, while the couple was out on the lake with one of their daughters and her children. It would take more than two years to make an arrest in the case. The accused turned out to be the couple's

After a couple is shot in their home on Lake Tahoe, investigators work to find a masked killer seen on camera at the house. The man convicted of the crime speaks exclusively with Keith Morrison. Lester Holt and Keith Morrison go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in 'Talking Dateline' Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/4twMR32 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7MTTYuE6pEj6w1gWXasfbG

In the Bahamas, Michigan man Brian Hooker says his wife Lynette fell overboard while boating with him. Police continue to investigate what happened. In Utah, Tracey Grist stands trial for allegedly masterminding the murder of her son-in-law, who was shot in her home. His widow - Tracey's daughter - is the star prosecution witness. Updates in the Sean "Diddy" Combs and Lori Vallow Daybell cases. Plus, tips from a retired FBI agent on what to do if you are a victim of crime overseas. Help "Missing in America" win a Webby

Blayne Alexander sits down with Andrea Canning to discuss her latest episode, “The Gorge,” about the 2019 disappearance of Alice Ku, a private tutor from California, and her family's desperate search to find her. With the help of Andrew Watters, a civil attorney with investigative experience, Alice's siblings soon learn she had been keeping a secret: she had married a man named Harald Herchen. Harald claims he last saw his wife while on a trip to Taiwan, when he dropped her off at a train station. The family doesn’t believe him,

After a California tutor vanishes on a trip to Taiwan, her family’s search for answers reveals secrets and a trail of digital evidence that contradicts everything they thought they knew. Andrea Canning reports. Blayne Alexander and Andrea Canning go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in 'Talking Dateline' Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/4vyAogz Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7yWialtACKb2NPvBejwxlJ

In Long Island, Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann pleads guilty to murders spanning decades. The families of his victims speak out. In Hawaii, a verdict at the trial of anesthesiologist Gerhardt Konig, who is accused of attempting to murder his wife on a hike. Plus, a veteran prosecutor explains what reasonable doubt means in a jury trial. Help "Missing in America" win a Webby award. Vote here: https://vote.webbyawards.com/PublicVoting#/2026/podcasts/shows/crime-justice

Blayne Alexander sits down with Andrea Canning to discuss her latest episode, "Temptation." In 2023, IRS agent Brendan Banfield told police he'd walked into the bedroom of his Virginia home to find a stranger brutally stabbing his wife, Christine. He said he'd shot the man to try and save Christine but it was too late. She died from her injuries. Investigators didn't buy Brendan's story and discovered he had been having an affair with the family au pair. They determined the double homicide was the result of a diabolical catfishing scheme

Blayne Alexander reports on the Virginia double murder case of a father accused of killing his wife and a stranger in a sinister plan involving the family au pair. Andrea Canning and Blayne Alexander go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in 'Talking Dateline' Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/4cewC3m Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5XPqWeAqLRDNArp0djujiT?si=M-kDIhNnSwatpBBQDayPlw

Hawaii anesthesiologist Gerhardt Konig stands trial for allegedly attempting to murder his wife on a hike. His son is taking the stand against him. In South Carolina, a pastor pleads not guilty to charges of cyberstalking, abusing his wife, and lying to investigators about it. In Dateline Round Up, alleged Gilgo Beach killer Rex Heuermann expected to plead guilty. Plus, an interview with Beau Buzbee, father of 17-year-old Hailey Buzbee who died after meeting a stranger online. This episode discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call

A football player and homecoming queen fall in love, but when the husband is found stabbed to death, authorities begin to investigate a trail of evidence. Dennis Murphy reports.

A fatal fire that struck a young couple's Palo Alto home appears to be an accident until investigators took a closer look. Keith Morrison reports.

In Hawaii, anesthesiologist Gerhardt Konig is on trial for allegedly attempting to murder his wife while on a scenic hike -- and she's taking the stand against him. In Mississippi, a man is being tried a second time for the murder of his daughter's boyfriend, Kirby Carpenter. Prosecutors say the proof is the victim's silver coins found in the defendant's car. In Dateline Round Up, verdicts in Utah and New York, plus an arrest in the 2011 murder of an Iowa realtor. And tips from a real estate agent on how

Blayne Alexander sits down with Josh Mankiewicz to discuss his episode, “Deadly Detour.” In 2016, Atlanta power couple Diane and Tex McIver were driving home with a friend when Tex’s gun went off and fatally shot Diane through the passenger seat. Tex said the gun went off accidentally, but investigators disagreed. They believed Tex McIver intentionally pulled the trigger to kill his wife and inherit her money. Tex went to trial in 2018, where he was convicted of felony murder and sentenced to life in prison. Then, in 2022, the Georgia

When a prominent attorney claims to have accidentally shot his wealthy wife, the local prosecutor questions his story. Josh Mankiewicz reports. Blayne Alexander and Josh Mankiewicz go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’ Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/3NpdWFJ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4KRuKCVfZXEqKHKHADR97d

The jury weighs in at the trial of Kouri Richins, the Utah grief author and mom of three accused of murdering her husband. In Provo, Utah, prosecutors say greed is at the heart of their case against Meggan Sundwall, a nurse accused of injecting her friend with a fatal dose of insulin. In Dateline Round Up, the ex-lover of convicted killer and former MLB pitcher Dan Serafini learns her fate. And a potentially game-changing ruling in a 30-year-old murder case. Plus, AI is being used to write police reports and predict

Blayne Alexander sits down with Andrea Canning to talk about her episode, “Take Two,” about a murder-for-hire plot targeting the wife of podiatrist Ira Bernstein. Blayne and Andrea break down the undercover sting involving a car salesman who stepped in to play the role of hit man, and the shocking twist that happened after the guilty parties had done their time, making the case feel more like a movie than real life. Plus, they play a portion of Andrea’s interview with a detective that didn’t make the broadcast, which reveals another

A shocking new chapter unfolds in the case of a wealthy podiatrist caught on hidden camera with his girlfriend plotting to hire a hit man to kill his wife. Andrea Canning reports. Blayne Alexander and Andrea Canning go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’ Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/4cUGfGq Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/503HhMRoJhLXnawc8PS1Pq

Mom-of-three Kouri Richins stands trial in Utah for the alleged murder of her husband. Prosecutors call her ex-lover to testify and he weeps on the stand. In Florida, the man who confessed to gunning down Microsoft employee Jared Bridegan takes back his confession and guilty plea, potentially upending the case. In Dateline Round Up, a verdict in Dale Warner's trial for murdering his wife, plus new filings in the case of alleged Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann. And Josh Mankiewicz gives a sneak peek of his new podcast, "Trace of

Keith Morrison and Josh Mankiewicz sit down to discuss Josh’s latest episode, “The Professor & The Poet.” Sue Marcum, a beloved accounting professor at American University, was found dead in her Bethesda, Maryland, home. When police tracked down her stolen car, they thought maybe her murder was the result of a robbery gone wrong. But DNA pointed to someone much closer to home: Sue's Spanish teacher and friend, Jorge Rueda Landeros. By the time authorities connected him to the crime, Landeros had fled to Mexico, where he lived and taught yoga

When Sue Marcum is found murdered in her Maryland home, it appears to be a burglary gone wrong. But DNA from the scene points detectives toward someone she trusted. Josh Mankiewicz reports. Keith Morrison and Josh Mankiewicz go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’ Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/3Ns9Exb Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5BfCyJXKp2y3BRBJ3iWKLe

In Utah, the murder trial of mom of three Kouri Richins enters its second week. Richins' former housekeeper testifies about buying drugs for Kouri before Eric Richins' death. She says Kouri asked for something "stronger". In South Carolina, Scott Spivey's shooting death comes under review by a judge. One of the men who shot Spivey testifies. In Dateline Round Up, the latest on the murder trials of Michigan farmer Dale Warner, and former Miami Hurricanes player, Rashaun Jones. Plus, a veteran police chief gives his tips on photo lineups. Find out

With Blayne on assignment, Lester Holt talks with Senior Producer Allison Orr and Producer Ann Preisman about Blayne’s latest episode, "Malice." Just over a year into his new marriage, Jake Embert was found dead from what would quickly be ruled a self-inflicted gunshot. Jake’s family did not accept the ruling, believing he had been killed by his new wife. They hired a private investigator who presented his findings to authorities, resulting in Jake’s manner of death being changed to homicide. Susan Embert was charged with her husband’s murder and eventually found

Officials rule Jake Embert’s death a suicide. Then his family hires a private investigator, who uncovers troubling details that suggest not everything is as it seems. Blayne Alexander reports. Lester Holt goes behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’ Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/4l9THbs Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3dXOw3GJtnpXOY0XcSBtuG

The highly anticipated trial of Utah mom-of-three Kouri Richins is finally underway. Prosecutors say she poisoned her husband with fentanyl. In Miami, jurors watch video testimony of an eyewitness who may have seen the killer of football player Bryan Pata. In Dateline Round Up, Nick Reiner enters a plea and a former American Idol contestant is arrested for murder. Plus, in light of her mother Nancy's disappearance, Savannah Guthrie calls for greater attention to missing persons cases. We share the story of Olivia Lone Bear, a young mother whose death is

Blayne Alexander sits down with Keith Morrison to discuss his original series, “Murder & Magnolias.” In 2017, a bitter divorce between prominent Charleston, South Carolina, couple Chris and Nancy Latham spiraled into a murder-for-hire investigation that stunned the community. Blayne and Keith break down the key moments in the case, including the unlikely person who helped authorities crack it, and the “hit packet” that brought the plot into focus. Plus, Dateline producer Carol Gable joins the conversation to discuss where Nancy Latham is today and what it took to report the

A hit man arrives in Charleston, South Carolina with a member of a wealthy and well-known family in his crosshairs. This episode was originally published on November 15, 2022.

A manila envelope filled with maps and photos helps investigators start to unravel a deadly plot. This episode was originally published on November 15, 2022.

The investigation into a murder plot leads to a femme fatale with a past. This episode was originally published on November 22, 2022.

Lovers on the line in jailhouse phone calls reveal new clues. Then, a big arrest. This episode was originally published on November 29, 2022.

A hit man makes a choice, and the trial gets underway. This episode was originally published on December 6, 2022.

The jury renders its verdicts. Afterwards, a remarkable moment of forgiveness takes place. This episode was originally published on December 13, 2022, and updated on February 23, 2026.

In Michigan, prosecutors play bodycam at the trial of Dale Warner, a farmer on trial for allegedly murdering his wife and concealing her body in a fertilizer tank. In Miami, twenty years after Bryan Pata, the star defensive lineman on the University of Miami football team, was gunned down on the way home from practice, his teammate goes on trial for his murder. In Dateline Round Up, verdicts in the Paul Caneiro and Tara Baker trials. Plus, NBC News' Vicky Nguyen shares some tips on stadium safety. Nancy Guthrie Tipline: 1-800-CALL-FBI

Andrea Canning sits down with Keith Morrison to discuss his original podcast series, "The Girl in the Blue Mustang." After 18-year-old Michelle O'Keefe was found murdered in a California park-and-ride in 2000. In 2009 -- after two juries deadlocked -- security guard Raymond Lee Jennings was convicted of her murder at a third trial. But everything changed in 2015 when a Dateline viewer saw the story and vowed to prove Jennings's innocence. The conviction was overturned by a judge and Jennings was released after more than a decade in prison. Keith

She loved her shiny blue Mustang. Then it became a crime scene. This episode was originally published on March 14, 2023.

Police investigating Michelle O’Keefe’s murder encounter a talkative witness. Maybe too talkative. This episode was originally published on March 14, 2023.

A retired sheriff’s deputy sees Michelle O’Keefe’s smiling face on a billboard and asks to join the investigation. This episode was originally published on March 21, 2023.

After three trials, a verdict. But a Dateline viewer could change everything… This episode was originally published on March 28, 2023.

An attorney and his son undertake a new review of the evidence in Michelle’s murder and get a surprise opportunity to make their case to prosecutors. This episode was originally published on April 4, 2023.

A big decision. New theories. And a mystery man revealed. This episode was originally published on April 11, 2023.

The latest on the search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of Today Show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie. The FBI releases video of a masked man on Nancy's doorstep the night she went missing. In Georgia, a man is on trial for the 2001 murder of a law student. His defense attorney has tough questions for the victim's boyfriend. In Dateline Round Up, a courtroom outburst from Luigi Mangione, and Alex Murdaugh appeals his case. Plus, a lookback at the attack on Olympic figure skater Nancy Kerrigan. Nancy Guthrie Tipline: 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324)

Lester Holt talks with Keith Morrison about his original podcast series “The Thing About Helen & Olga.” A team of seasoned detectives uncover horrifying murder plots in Los Angeles orchestrated by a pair of unlikely suspects: two elderly ladies named Helen Golay and Olga Rutterschmidt. Keith tells Lester who he believes was the mastermind of their devious schemes and plays extra sound from the manager of a mom-and-pop lighting store who had his own run-in with the “girls.” They’re joined by Dateline Senior Producer Susan Leibowitz, who shares a story about

Helen and Olga are on a mission to help homeless men in Los Angeles, when tragedy strikes. Twice. This episode was originally published on November 16, 2021.

An insurance investigator’s hunch leads law enforcement to assign a task force to tail two little old ladies. This episode was originally published on November 16, 2021.

The Granny Task Force conducts simultaneous early-morning raids at the homes of Helen and Olga. This episode was originally published on November 16, 2021.

Detectives leave Helen and Olga alone together in a room wired for sound. Old resentments boil over. This episode was originally published on November 16, 2021.

The investigation goes into high gear with the discovery of the murder weapon. This episode was originally published on November 16, 2021.

Fireworks and finger pointing in court as two little old ladies do whatever it takes to beat a murder rap. This episode was originally published on November 16, 2021, and updated on February 9, 2026.

In Virginia, Brendan Banfield testifies at his double murder trial, and the jury returns a verdict. Former Olympian Ryan Wedding, who prosecutors say swapped his snowboard for the drug underworld, is now behind bars, facing multiple drug and murder charges. He says he's not guilty. Updates in the Luigi Mangione and the Gabby Petito cases. Plus, a digital expert shares tips on protecting yourself from catfishing scams. Nancy Guthrie Tipline: 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324) Get resources on domestic violence: https://www.thehotline.org/ Find out more about the cases covered each week here: www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com

Andrea Canning and Blayne Alexander sit down to discuss Blayne’s latest episode, "Bringing Jay Home." When 20-year-old Jimmie "Jay" Lee -- a proud gay man, Ole Miss student, and loving son -- went missing in 2022, police put together a painful theory: Jay’s former classmate Sheldon Timothy Herrington killed him out of fear that their relationship would be exposed. More than three years and one mistrial later, Herrington confessed to the murder. Blayne talks about the powerful legacy Jay Lee left behind and the passionate investigators who tackled his case. Plus,Â

A University of Mississippi student vanishes from his apartment. Friends and family fear that his identity as a Black gay man may complicate the pursuit of justice. Blayne Alexander reports.

In Virginia, Brendan Banfield, the man accused of murdering his wife and a complete stranger, says the prosecution's theory is "absolutely crazy." In Georgia, law student Tara Baker's murder went unsolved for two decades, until the family teamed up with a podcaster to try and solve her murder. Her alleged killer is now heading to trial. Updates in the case of Utah mom, Kouri Richins, and the trial of the New Jersey businessman accused of a quadruple murder. Plus, what clues to look for when investigating a murder without a body

Lester Holt talks with Andrea Canning about her episode, “Secrets in the Ashes.” When 31-year-old Texas mother Patricia Leigh Mills is found dead in a house fire, her family suspects her husband, Delbert, of setting the blaze that killed her, suspicions that only grow when he remarries less than two months after the death of his wife. Years later, after Delbert is convicted of Patricia Leigh’s murder, attention turns to his now ex-wife, Allison Salinas, who had moved to a new state, gotten remarried, and then tried to enlist her high

A South Texas house fire kills Patricia Leigh Mills, while her young son escapes. When her husband remarries just months later, suspicion grows and questions emerge. Andrea Canning reports. Lester Holt and Andrea Canning go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’ Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/4td30en Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Oux58Fg1yJWv9ku93Tn27

In Texas, the husband of Suzanne Simpson, a mom of four who went missing in 2024, is back in court accused of her murder. His defense has questions about the investigators. In New Jersey, the trial of Paul Caneiro, who is accused of murdering his own brother and three other family members, enters week two. A woman who calls him her "best friend" testifies. Updates from the Brendan Banfield trial and Luigi Mangione case. Plus, a brand-new podcast examines the 50-year-old murder of Greenwich, CT, teen Martha Moxley. Find out more

Lester Holt sits down with Keith Morrison to discuss his episode, “The Trouble with Sarah.” In January 2023, Joe Hartsfield was found unresponsive at his home and rushed to a hospital in Baytown, Texas. He was taken off life support 11 days later. What initially appeared to be a medical emergency, soon revealed a much darker story involving his widow. The investigation into Sarah Hartsfield uncovered a checkered past full of spurned lovers and wild allegations. Lester and Keith break down the evidence that ultimately led to her conviction and discuss

The suspicious death of Sarah Hartsfield’s fifth husband leads investigators to a past filled with failed romances and wild allegations. Keith Morrison reports. Lester Holt and Keith Morrison go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’ Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/49RI4kc Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6LR8fUEw1bU89R2ngcQ4vk

An arrest in the Ohio double murder has made headlines. Surgeon Michael David McKee is accused of killing his ex-wife, Monique Tepe, and her new husband, Spencer. In Virginia, former IRS agent Brendan Banfield is on trial for allegedly murdering his wife and a stranger. His former lover -- the family au pair -- testifies against him. Plus, a trial date has been set for alleged Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann. And an expert gives us the lowdown on 911 calls. Find out more about the cases covered each week

When a woman attempts to connect with old neighborhood friends on Facebook, she has no idea it will dredge up a shocking, long buried truth. Keith Morrison reports.

Lead detectives and family members speak to Dateline about the case of teenager Michelle Carter, who was convicted of bullying her boyfriend to kill himself. Andrea Canning reports.

In Ohio, police share security camera video of a person of interest in the shooting deaths of a dentist and his wife. In Georgia, a widow accused of killing her husband stands trial for the third time. In Los Angeles, an update in the Nick Reiner case. Plus, an arson investigator on what tools he uses to solve a crime. Find out more about the cases covered each week here: www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com

At our in-person Dateline LIVE event in Nashville last fall, Lester Holt, Blayne Alexander, Andrea Canning, Josh Mankiewicz, Keith Morrison, and Dennis Murphy took the stage for a Q&A hosted by actress and avid Dateline viewer Holly Robinson Peete. Joined by A Date With Dateline podcast hosts Kimberly Arnold and Katie Mitchell, the discussion focused on how Dateline stories are developed, how correspondents prepare for interviews, and what happens behind the scenes. Take a listen to learn which correspondent Josh would call from jail, what Lester never travels without, and why

Foreign exchange student Diren Dede’s dream to study in America came true when he started his junior year at a Montana high school. When he takes a midnight walk with a friend, a Saturday night turns into a tragedy. Josh Mankiewicz reports.

Keith Morrison talks about the upcoming trial of Pam Hupp, alleged to have murdered her friend Betsy Faria in 2011. What will her defense be? In Utah, the countdown is on for Kouri Richins’ murder trial. She allegedly poisoned her husband, then wrote a children's book about grief. Could a new interview with a key witness shake up the case? Plus, thieves going high-tech, using Wi-Fi jammers and camouflage cameras to target homes. Find out more about the cases covered each week here: www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com.

When a Chicago pharmaceutical representative stops returning calls, her large and loving family begin to worry. Keith Morrison reports.

The death of a beloved Tennessee man is believed to be a suicide. But when a son questions his mother, he uncovers a dark family conspiracy. Keith Morrison reports.

Best friends Kay and Gerda play together every day, until a shard from an evil mirror pierces Kay's eye and heart, threatening their happy world.Â

Determined to find Kay, Gerda must escape the spell of an old woman before following him to a golden palace.Â

Gerda finally finds her best friend Kay, but can she break the Snow Queen's powerful hold on him?

Listen to this week's special episode of the Dateline: True Crime Weekly podcast. Andrea Canning is joined by Lester Holt, Blayne Alexander, Josh Mankiewicz and Keith Morrison to talk about their biggest cases of 2025. Find out more about the cases covered each week here: www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com

Grab your kerchief or cap and then settle down for a long winter’s nap. Keith Morrison will take care of the rest… Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Jo4r46476o

An hour after leaving work at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, neurologist Dr. Autumn Klein is rushed back into its emergency room in critical condition. ER doctors desperately try to save one of their own. Dennis Murphy reports.

Listen to Robert L. May’s original story of Rudolph, the red-nosed reindeer who was not allowed to join in any reindeer games. Until one Christmas Eve when Santa came calling… Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ab-vkvYGFGs

When Marie Singleton suddenly vanished, authorities wondered if she was a runaway, a victim of crime, or something else? Her secret job in the CIA would be revealed. Josh Mankiewicz reports.

Every year Random House Children's Books celebrates the Dr. Seuss classic by encouraging young readers and their families to “Grow their hearts three sizes” by doing good deeds throughout the holidays. Follow #grinchgooddeeds and share your good deed! Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ty_V5h12RHw

In Hollywood, "When Harry Met Sally" director Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele, are found slain in their bedroom. Their troubled middle son, Nick, is suspected of murdering them. In Massachusetts, the jury delivers its verdict in the trial of Brian Walshe, the art swindler accused of murdering and dismembering his wife, Ana. Plus, a new Keith Morrison podcast, "Something About Cari." Find out more about the cases covered each week here: www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com

Josh Mankiewicz sits down with Andrea Canning to talk about her episode, “The Farmer’s Wife.” In 2021, 42-year-old husband and father Ryan Cooper was shot to death as he slept in a recliner in the living room of the family’s rural Iowa farmhouse. What at first looked like a terrifying home invasion, turned out to be something much darker, involving a hidden relationship, a web of lies, and a motive rooted in desire and greed. Josh and Andrea break down the case, including the chaotic crime scene and the digital trail

In the aftermath of Ryan Cooper's murder, rumors sweep through his small Iowa town, but investigators must uncover whether the talk is gossip or a crucial clue. Andrea Canning reports. Josh Mankiewicz and Andrea Canning go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’ Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/3Ywz6TY Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Kl0wqKQltCE0HaCZZVFfZ

In Massachusetts, Brian Walshe comes face to face with his dead wife's lover in court. Prosecutors say the affair was Walshe's motive to kill his wife. Walshe says that's not true. Forty-three years ago in California, the body of Nancy Galvani was discovered floating under the San Mateo Bridge. For more than a decade, her daughter has suspected the killer was her own father. Last week, he was arrested. Updates in the cases of Luigi Mangione and the Gilgo Beach murders. Plus, NBC News legal analyst and defense attorney Danny Cevallos

Keith Morrison sits down with Lester Holt and Dateline senior investigative producer Dan Slepian to talk about their episode, “The Ruse.” In August of 2018, Tom Perez Jr. called the Fontana, California, police asking for help finding his father. As police began investigating the case, they started to suspect Tom Jr. was hiding something — possibly involvement in his father’s disappearance. Over the course of 17 hours, investigators interrogated Tom and he eventually confessed to his father’s murder. But then, in an astonishing turn of events, Tom Perez Sr. turned up

When Tom Perez Sr. fails to return home after a trip to check the mail, Tom Jr. calls police — only to find himself the focus of their investigation until a stunning revelation upends the case. Lester Holt reports. Keith Morrison and Lester Holt go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’ Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/48v6Uqz Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1EPrfFZ8uK2z6XgMorqbl3

Brian Walshe, the art swindler who admitted to dismembering his wife's body but denied killing her, reveals his defense. He says his wife died of natural causes. Emotions run high after a Mississippi college student, accused of murdering his secret lover, pleads guilty. Plus, Andrea talks to Emily Simpson, reality star and lawyer, about her love of true crime. Find out more about the cases covered each week here: www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com

At our in-person event in Nashville earlier this fall, actors, avid Dateline watchers, and real-life husband-and-wife team Michael McKean and Annette O’Toole turned the tables on the Dateline correspondents -- peppering them with questions. The answers may surprise you. Take a listen to find out which correspondent got a voicemail from O.J. Simpson and which one made SNL’s Bill Hader nervous when they met. Still have questions? DM us a video on social to @DatelineNBC or leave a voicemail at (212) 413-5252. Your question may be featured in an upcoming episode.

In the early morning in San Antonio, Texas, a husband shot his wife, saying he mistook her for an intruder. Was this a terrible accident or a case of deliberate murder? Andrea Canning reports.

Andrea Canning talks with Keith Morrison about his episode, “Raising the Dead.” After a couple was found stabbed to death inside a Wisconsin farmhouse, investigators spent decades chasing down possible suspects with no luck. The case went nowhere until a tip came in that led investigators to an unexpected suspect, and a game-changing police interview. Keith and Dateline producer Justin Balding tell Andrea about the creative traffic stop leading up to the arrest of Tony Haase and discuss the defense tactics that led to his acquittal. They also play an extra

In rural Wisconsin, a couple is found stabbed to death at home. Thirty years later, the daughter of one of the original suspects comes forward, reigniting the case. Keith Morrison reports. Andrea Canning and Keith Morrison go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’ Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/48ez33H Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3gTa51QRh1xt9elV8h7pmQ

Jury selection at the trial of Brian Walshe is stopped in its tracks. The woman convicted of conspiring to murder Jennifer Dulos wants a new trial. Plus, former NXIVM cult member Allison Mack speaks out.

Blayne Alexander talks with Andrea Canning about her episode, “Running Man.” When the remains of Ontario mother Ashley Schwalm were found inside a burned-out car in 2023, investigators narrowed in on her firefighter husband and the careful steps he took to try to get away with her murder. Andrea talks about reporting on a case in her hometown and her unexpected, yet personal, connection to the women and children’s shelter My Friend’s House. Blayne and Andrea play a podcast-exclusive clip about the Sunflower Fund established in Ashley’s honor. Plus, Dateline producer

Investigators find a car engulfed in flames and pull a body from the wreckage. Was it an accident, or something more sinister? Andrea Canning returns to her hometown to report on the mystery. Blayne Alexander and Andrea Canning go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’ Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/4oZNNuk Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7Eb5rLM7dbGVrNWOKUjMIb

Prosecutor wants more time to test crime scene evidence before trial of dentist's son. Man who stood trial for murder four times - and was acquitted - sues investigators. Plus, how to avoid rental scams.

Lester Holt sits down with Andrea Canning to discuss her latest episode, “The Trouble in Bardstown.” When mother-of-five Crystal Rogers disappeared from Bardstown, Kentucky in 2015, it wasn’t the first tragedy to strike the small town — and it wouldn’t be the last. Her father, Tommy Ballard, was killed the following year. This summer, Crystal’s former boyfriend, Brooks Houck, and two other men were convicted in connection to her death. But Tommy’s and three additional murders remain unsolved, and the Bardstown community wants answers. Andrea tells Lester about the crimes that

The disappearance of Kentucky mother-of-five Crystal Rogers in Bardstown sends shockwaves through the picturesque community and ignites a decade-long fight for justice. Andrea Canning reports. Lester Holt and Andrea Canning go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’ Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/47Se9Ya Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1zpcZPaYOtJKWFGD2vW3KK

A murder trial begins after a yearslong battle over DNA. A son's fight to exonerate himself -- and his parents -- in Illinois. And a quest for answers in the case of Relisha Rudd, missing since 2014.

Blayne Alexander joins Keith Morrison to discuss her episode, “The Death of Dr. Schwartz.” In 2014, Dr. Steven Schwartz was found murdered in his Tarpon Springs, Florida, home. What initially looked like a burglary gone wrong turned out to be something much darker. Investigators uncovered a story of greed, betrayal, and a hidden past that stunned even those closest to the doctor. Blayne shares her experience reporting the case across Florida, Texas, New Mexico, and Albania — where she spoke to a man who was convicted in connection to the crime.

When the wife of a Florida kidney doctor reports a burglary from their waterfront mansion, authorities arrive to find the doctor dead at the bottom of a set of stairs. Blayne Alexander reports. Keith Morrison and Blayne Alexander go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’ Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/3Xhnu6E Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3eEDnAkm1H9cVpMRzm4v3R

A court date for a mom accused of attempting to take a hit out on her ex. The trial of an American University professor's alleged killer. Plus, the prison interviews of serial killer Aileen Wuornos.

Blayne Alexander talks with Dennis Murphy and Dateline producer Brad Davis about their episode, “Deadly Mischief.” In 2014, after esteemed FSU law professor Dan Markel was fatally shot, investigators uncovered a murder-for-hire plot orchestrated, according to prosecutors, by Markel’s former mother-in-law, Donna Adelson. Blayne, Dennis, and Brad discuss the circumstantial case against Donna and do a deep dive on the witness testimony of two of her children, Robert and Wendi Adelson, including a podcast-exclusive clip in which Wendi describes her mother’s reaction to the news of the murder. Plus, they answer

Dennis Murphy reports on the trial of 75-year-old Florida grandmother Donna Adelson, whose family is tied to an elaborate murder-for-hire plot in the death of her former son-in-law, Dan Markel. Blayne Alexander and Dennis Murphy go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’ Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/4oDvL0p Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2s7MAihEUJmC5Lkt1rSP8X