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The cost of justice in Idaho continues to balloon by the day and there many factors at play that are moving the needle towards the red. Here are two of the issues that are driving costs through the roof as the state of Idaho continues to pursue a conviction against Bryan Kohberger.Capital murder cases typically cost more to prosecute in Idaho, as in many other states, due to several factors:Legal Representation: Capital cases involve complex legal proceedings, often requiring extensive legal representation. Defendants in capital cases are entitled to competent legal representation, which can include hiring experienced attorneys and investigators. The state may also appoint defense counsel, and these attorneys often require additional resources for research, preparation, and presentation of the case.Lengthy Trials: Capital murder trials tend to be longer and more complex than non-capital murder trials. These trials involve more extensive pre-trial motions, jury selection processes, and evidentiary hearings. The trial itself can last for weeks or even months, requiring court personnel, judges, jurors, and legal professionals to dedicate significant time and resources to the case.Expert Witnesses: Capital cases often require expert witnesses to testify on various matters, such as forensic evidence, mental health evaluations, and other specialized areas. Hiring and compensating these expert witnesses can add substantial costs to the prosecution.Appeals Process: Capital cases are subject to mandatory appeals, which can extend over many years. The appeals process involves additional legal expenses, including filing fees, court costs, and expenses related to appellate attorneys and expert witnesses. These costs can accumulate significantly, especially if the case proceeds through multiple levels of appeal, including state and federal courts.Security Measures: Capital cases often require heightened security measures due to the seriousness of the charges and the potential for public attention or emotional reactions. Additional security measures may be necessary to ensure the safety of participants in the trial, including judges, jurors, witnesses, and attorneys. These security measures can involve increased staffing, security personnel, and infrastructure upgrades, all of which contribute to the overall cost of prosecuting the case.Emotional Toll: Capital cases can take an emotional toll on all parties involved, including victims' families, defendants, jurors, and legal professionals. Providing support services, such as counseling and victim assistance programs, adds to the overall cost of prosecuting these cases.The combination of legal representation, lengthy trials, expert witnesses, the appeals process, security measures, and emotional support services all contribute to the higher costs associated with prosecuting capital murder cases in Idaho and elsewhere.Also keep in mind that the taxpayers of Idaho are also on the hook for Bryan Kohberger's defense fees.The cost to the state of Idaho, to defend an indigent defendant in a capital murder case can vary widely depending on several factors:Length of Trial: Capital murder cases often involve lengthy trials due to the complexity and seriousness of the charges. The longer the trial, the higher the cost as it involves paying attorneys, expert witnesses, court personnel, and other associated expenses.Legal Representation: Indigent defendants are entitled to legal representation, and in capital cases, this often involves hiring experienced defense attorneys who specialize in such cases. The cost can vary based on the hourly rates of these attorneys or the structure of their fees.Expert Witnesses: Capital cases typically involve the testimony of various expert witnesses, such as forensic experts, psychologists, and medical professionals. These experts often charge high fees for their services, adding to the overall cost of the defense.Investigation Costs: Capital cases require thorough investigation, including gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and conducting forensic analysis. These investigative costs can contribute significantly to the overall expense.Appeals Process: If the defendant is convicted and sentenced to death, the appeals process can extend for many years, adding further costs to the state.Miscellaneous Expenses: Other expenses, such as court fees, administrative costs, and overhead, also contribute to the total cost of defending an indigent defendant in a capital murder case.(commercial at 7:46)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Millions spent in case against Bryan Kohberger before trial | Idaho Statesman
The cost of justice in Idaho continues to balloon by the day and there many factors at play that are moving the needle towards the red. Here are two of the issues that are driving costs through the roof as the state of Idaho continues to pursue a conviction against Bryan Kohberger.Capital murder cases typically cost more to prosecute in Idaho, as in many other states, due to several factors:Legal Representation: Capital cases involve complex legal proceedings, often requiring extensive legal representation. Defendants in capital cases are entitled to competent legal representation, which can include hiring experienced attorneys and investigators. The state may also appoint defense counsel, and these attorneys often require additional resources for research, preparation, and presentation of the case.Lengthy Trials: Capital murder trials tend to be longer and more complex than non-capital murder trials. These trials involve more extensive pre-trial motions, jury selection processes, and evidentiary hearings. The trial itself can last for weeks or even months, requiring court personnel, judges, jurors, and legal professionals to dedicate significant time and resources to the case.Expert Witnesses: Capital cases often require expert witnesses to testify on various matters, such as forensic evidence, mental health evaluations, and other specialized areas. Hiring and compensating these expert witnesses can add substantial costs to the prosecution.Appeals Process: Capital cases are subject to mandatory appeals, which can extend over many years. The appeals process involves additional legal expenses, including filing fees, court costs, and expenses related to appellate attorneys and expert witnesses. These costs can accumulate significantly, especially if the case proceeds through multiple levels of appeal, including state and federal courts.Security Measures: Capital cases often require heightened security measures due to the seriousness of the charges and the potential for public attention or emotional reactions. Additional security measures may be necessary to ensure the safety of participants in the trial, including judges, jurors, witnesses, and attorneys. These security measures can involve increased staffing, security personnel, and infrastructure upgrades, all of which contribute to the overall cost of prosecuting the case.Emotional Toll: Capital cases can take an emotional toll on all parties involved, including victims' families, defendants, jurors, and legal professionals. Providing support services, such as counseling and victim assistance programs, adds to the overall cost of prosecuting these cases.The combination of legal representation, lengthy trials, expert witnesses, the appeals process, security measures, and emotional support services all contribute to the higher costs associated with prosecuting capital murder cases in Idaho and elsewhere.Also keep in mind that the taxpayers of Idaho are also on the hook for Bryan Kohberger's defense fees.The cost to the state of Idaho, to defend an indigent defendant in a capital murder case can vary widely depending on several factors:Length of Trial: Capital murder cases often involve lengthy trials due to the complexity and seriousness of the charges. The longer the trial, the higher the cost as it involves paying attorneys, expert witnesses, court personnel, and other associated expenses.Legal Representation: Indigent defendants are entitled to legal representation, and in capital cases, this often involves hiring experienced defense attorneys who specialize in such cases. The cost can vary based on the hourly rates of these attorneys or the structure of their fees.Expert Witnesses: Capital cases typically involve the testimony of various expert witnesses, such as forensic experts, psychologists, and medical professionals. These experts often charge high fees for their services, adding to the overall cost of the defense.Investigation Costs: Capital cases require thorough investigation, including gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and conducting forensic analysis. These investigative costs can contribute significantly to the overall expense.Appeals Process: If the defendant is convicted and sentenced to death, the appeals process can extend for many years, adding further costs to the state.Miscellaneous Expenses: Other expenses, such as court fees, administrative costs, and overhead, also contribute to the total cost of defending an indigent defendant in a capital murder case.(commercial at 7:46)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Millions spent in case against Bryan Kohberger before trial | Idaho Statesman
In a surprising development, the Idaho Democratic Party out-fundraised their Republican counterpart by a wide margin in 2024. Idaho Statesman reporter Sarah Cutler is sharing her reporting on fundraising gains in the party, and why rural districts are a new focus for them. Plus, how one Boise lawmaker with a legacy name is trying to reinvent the image of an Idaho Democrat. Want some more local political news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you'll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Learn more about the sponsor of this June 16th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Reach us at boise@citycast.fm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In its June 3, 2025 editorial, the Idaho Statesman emphasizes the critical importance of ensuring robust media access to the upcoming trial of Bryan Kohberger, accused of the 2022 murders of four University of Idaho students. The editorial argues that transparent media coverage is essential for maintaining public trust in the judicial process, particularly in high-profile cases that have garnered national attention. It underscores that the presence of journalists in the courtroom serves as a check on the legal system, providing the public with accurate and timely information.The piece also addresses concerns about the current system for reserving courtroom seats, suggesting that it may inadvertently limit media access and, by extension, public oversight. The Statesman advocates for a more equitable approach that guarantees space for credentialed journalists, ensuring that the proceedings are documented comprehensively. By facilitating full media presence, the editorial contends, the court can uphold the principles of transparency and accountability that are foundational to the justice system.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Kohberger trial sparks media access concerns | Idaho StatesmanBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
In its June 3, 2025 editorial, the Idaho Statesman emphasizes the critical importance of ensuring robust media access to the upcoming trial of Bryan Kohberger, accused of the 2022 murders of four University of Idaho students. The editorial argues that transparent media coverage is essential for maintaining public trust in the judicial process, particularly in high-profile cases that have garnered national attention. It underscores that the presence of journalists in the courtroom serves as a check on the legal system, providing the public with accurate and timely information.The piece also addresses concerns about the current system for reserving courtroom seats, suggesting that it may inadvertently limit media access and, by extension, public oversight. The Statesman advocates for a more equitable approach that guarantees space for credentialed journalists, ensuring that the proceedings are documented comprehensively. By facilitating full media presence, the editorial contends, the court can uphold the principles of transparency and accountability that are foundational to the justice system.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Kohberger trial sparks media access concerns | Idaho Statesman
In its June 3, 2025 editorial, the Idaho Statesman emphasizes the critical importance of ensuring robust media access to the upcoming trial of Bryan Kohberger, accused of the 2022 murders of four University of Idaho students. The editorial argues that transparent media coverage is essential for maintaining public trust in the judicial process, particularly in high-profile cases that have garnered national attention. It underscores that the presence of journalists in the courtroom serves as a check on the legal system, providing the public with accurate and timely information.The piece also addresses concerns about the current system for reserving courtroom seats, suggesting that it may inadvertently limit media access and, by extension, public oversight. The Statesman advocates for a more equitable approach that guarantees space for credentialed journalists, ensuring that the proceedings are documented comprehensively. By facilitating full media presence, the editorial contends, the court can uphold the principles of transparency and accountability that are foundational to the justice system.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Kohberger trial sparks media access concerns | Idaho StatesmanBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.
Homes in Boise have been getting smaller — but is that a sign of progress or just another form of shrinkflation? We're revisiting our conversation about this ongoing trend with Idaho Statesman reporter Nick Rosenberger. From zoning code changes to shifting lifestyles — what could these downsized houses mean for affordability in our city? Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you'll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Help us win “Best Podcast” in the Boise Weekly's annual Best of Boise awards! Vote for us in the Arts & Entertainment section here. Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wildfire season is just around the corner. And even though the Foothills are still green, fire seasons are getting longer, hotter, and more dangerous. Host Lindsay Van Allen is joined by Idaho Statesman reporter Sarah Cutler, who breaks down what could happen when a major fire hits, what to do when it does, and whether Boise residents and insurance systems are truly prepared. Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you'll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Help us win “Best Podcast” in the Boise Weekly's annual Best of Boise awards! Vote for us in the Arts & Entertainment section here. Learn more about the sponsor of this May 12th episode: Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Reach us at boise@citycast.fm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Products often tell you exactly how they're intended to be used. But why leave it at that? As a culture, we have long had a knack for finding ingenious, off-label uses for things. In this episode, we take a close look at a few examples of products that are ostensibly meant for one thing, but are better known for something else entirely. We explore Q-tips, which we are explicitly told not to put into our ears; the Hitachi Magic Wand, the iconic sex toy marketed as a body massager; the musical washboard; and the children's electrolyte solution Pedialyte that many adults swear by as a hangover cure. You'll hear from Hallie Lieberman, author of Buzz: A Stimulating History of the Sex Toy; Jacqui Barnett of the Columbus Washboard Company; Christopher Wilson, curator and chair of the Division of Home and Community Life at the Smithsonian; musician and educator Súle Greg Wilson; zydeco musicians C.J. Chenier and Steve Nash; Shaughnessy Bishop-Stall, author of Hungover: The Morning After and One Man's Quest for the Cure; as well as writers Roberto Ferdman, Dan Brooks, and Kaitlyn Tiffany. Decoder Ring is produced by Willa Paskin, Max Freedman, Katie Shepherd, and Evan Chung, Decoder Ring's supervising producer. We had additional production from Sofie Kodner. Merritt Jacob is Senior Technical Director. Special thanks to Kate Sloan, Dr. Carol Queen, Bryony Cole, Amber Singer, Molly Born, Laura Selikson, and Nell McShane Wulfhart. If you have any cultural mysteries you want us to decode, please email us at DecoderRing@slate.com, or leave a message on our hotline at 347-460-7281. Sources for This Episode Bishop-Stall, Shaughnessy. Hungover: The Morning After and One Man's Quest for the Cure, Penguin, 2018. Brooks, Dan. “Letter of Recommendation: Pedialyte,” New York Times Magazine, Jan. 26, 2017. Comella, Lynn. Vibrator Nation: How Feminist Sex-Toy Stores Changed the Business of Pleasure, Duke University Press, 2017. Dodson, Betty. “Having Sex with Machines: The Return of the Electric Vibrator,” Dodson and Ross, June 9, 2010. Feran, Tim. “Pedialyte Is Not Just For Kids,” Columbus Dispatch, July 19, 2015. Ferdman, Roberto A. “The strange life of Q-tips, the most bizarre thing people buy,” Washington Post, Jan. 20, 2016. Kushner, David. “Inside Orgasmatron,” Village Voice, March 26, 1999. Lieberman, Hallie. Buzz: A Stimulating History of the Sex Toy, Pegasus Books, 2017. Lieberman, Hallie. “Selling Sex Toys: Marketing and the Meaning of Vibrators in Early Twentieth-Century America,” Enterprise & Society, June 2016. Russel, Ruth. “Hangover Remedies? I'll Drink to That!,” Idaho Statesman, Jan. 1, 1978. Sloan, Kate. Making Magic, 2024. Tiffany, Kaitlyn. “How Pedialyte got Pedialit,” Vox, Sep. 10, 2018. Williams, Dell. “The Roots of the Garden,” Journal of Sex Research, August 1990. Wulfhart, Nell McShane. “The Best Hangover Cure,” Slate, Aug. 29, 2013. Want more Decoder Ring? Subscribe to Slate Plus to unlock exclusive bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of the Decoder Ring show page. Or, visit slate.com/decoderplus to get access wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Products often tell you exactly how they're intended to be used. But why leave it at that? As a culture, we have long had a knack for finding ingenious, off-label uses for things. In this episode, we take a close look at a few examples of products that are ostensibly meant for one thing, but are better known for something else entirely. We explore Q-tips, which we are explicitly told not to put into our ears; the Hitachi Magic Wand, the iconic sex toy marketed as a body massager; the musical washboard; and the children's electrolyte solution Pedialyte that many adults swear by as a hangover cure. You'll hear from Hallie Lieberman, author of Buzz: A Stimulating History of the Sex Toy; Jacqui Barnett of the Columbus Washboard Company; Christopher Wilson, curator and chair of the Division of Home and Community Life at the Smithsonian; musician and educator Súle Greg Wilson; zydeco musicians C.J. Chenier and Steve Nash; Shaughnessy Bishop-Stall, author of Hungover: The Morning After and One Man's Quest for the Cure; as well as writers Roberto Ferdman, Dan Brooks, and Kaitlyn Tiffany. Decoder Ring is produced by Willa Paskin, Max Freedman, Katie Shepherd, and Evan Chung, Decoder Ring's supervising producer. We had additional production from Sofie Kodner. Merritt Jacob is Senior Technical Director. Special thanks to Kate Sloan, Dr. Carol Queen, Bryony Cole, Amber Singer, Molly Born, Laura Selikson, and Nell McShane Wulfhart. If you have any cultural mysteries you want us to decode, please email us at DecoderRing@slate.com, or leave a message on our hotline at 347-460-7281. Sources for This Episode Bishop-Stall, Shaughnessy. Hungover: The Morning After and One Man's Quest for the Cure, Penguin, 2018. Brooks, Dan. “Letter of Recommendation: Pedialyte,” New York Times Magazine, Jan. 26, 2017. Comella, Lynn. Vibrator Nation: How Feminist Sex-Toy Stores Changed the Business of Pleasure, Duke University Press, 2017. Dodson, Betty. “Having Sex with Machines: The Return of the Electric Vibrator,” Dodson and Ross, June 9, 2010. Feran, Tim. “Pedialyte Is Not Just For Kids,” Columbus Dispatch, July 19, 2015. Ferdman, Roberto A. “The strange life of Q-tips, the most bizarre thing people buy,” Washington Post, Jan. 20, 2016. Kushner, David. “Inside Orgasmatron,” Village Voice, March 26, 1999. Lieberman, Hallie. Buzz: A Stimulating History of the Sex Toy, Pegasus Books, 2017. Lieberman, Hallie. “Selling Sex Toys: Marketing and the Meaning of Vibrators in Early Twentieth-Century America,” Enterprise & Society, June 2016. Russel, Ruth. “Hangover Remedies? I'll Drink to That!,” Idaho Statesman, Jan. 1, 1978. Sloan, Kate. Making Magic, 2024. Tiffany, Kaitlyn. “How Pedialyte got Pedialit,” Vox, Sep. 10, 2018. Williams, Dell. “The Roots of the Garden,” Journal of Sex Research, August 1990. Wulfhart, Nell McShane. “The Best Hangover Cure,” Slate, Aug. 29, 2013. Want more Decoder Ring? Subscribe to Slate Plus to unlock exclusive bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of the Decoder Ring show page. Or, visit slate.com/decoderplus to get access wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Products often tell you exactly how they're intended to be used. But why leave it at that? As a culture, we have long had a knack for finding ingenious, off-label uses for things. In this episode, we take a close look at a few examples of products that are ostensibly meant for one thing, but are better known for something else entirely. We explore Q-tips, which we are explicitly told not to put into our ears; the Hitachi Magic Wand, the iconic sex toy marketed as a body massager; the musical washboard; and the children's electrolyte solution Pedialyte that many adults swear by as a hangover cure. You'll hear from Hallie Lieberman, author of Buzz: A Stimulating History of the Sex Toy; Jacqui Barnett of the Columbus Washboard Company; Christopher Wilson, curator and chair of the Division of Home and Community Life at the Smithsonian; musician and educator Súle Greg Wilson; zydeco musicians C.J. Chenier and Steve Nash; Shaughnessy Bishop-Stall, author of Hungover: The Morning After and One Man's Quest for the Cure; as well as writers Roberto Ferdman, Dan Brooks, and Kaitlyn Tiffany. Decoder Ring is produced by Willa Paskin, Max Freedman, Katie Shepherd, and Evan Chung, Decoder Ring's supervising producer. We had additional production from Sofie Kodner. Merritt Jacob is Senior Technical Director. Special thanks to Kate Sloan, Dr. Carol Queen, Bryony Cole, Amber Singer, Molly Born, Laura Selikson, and Nell McShane Wulfhart. If you have any cultural mysteries you want us to decode, please email us at DecoderRing@slate.com, or leave a message on our hotline at 347-460-7281. Sources for This Episode Bishop-Stall, Shaughnessy. Hungover: The Morning After and One Man's Quest for the Cure, Penguin, 2018. Brooks, Dan. “Letter of Recommendation: Pedialyte,” New York Times Magazine, Jan. 26, 2017. Comella, Lynn. Vibrator Nation: How Feminist Sex-Toy Stores Changed the Business of Pleasure, Duke University Press, 2017. Dodson, Betty. “Having Sex with Machines: The Return of the Electric Vibrator,” Dodson and Ross, June 9, 2010. Feran, Tim. “Pedialyte Is Not Just For Kids,” Columbus Dispatch, July 19, 2015. Ferdman, Roberto A. “The strange life of Q-tips, the most bizarre thing people buy,” Washington Post, Jan. 20, 2016. Kushner, David. “Inside Orgasmatron,” Village Voice, March 26, 1999. Lieberman, Hallie. Buzz: A Stimulating History of the Sex Toy, Pegasus Books, 2017. Lieberman, Hallie. “Selling Sex Toys: Marketing and the Meaning of Vibrators in Early Twentieth-Century America,” Enterprise & Society, June 2016. Russel, Ruth. “Hangover Remedies? I'll Drink to That!,” Idaho Statesman, Jan. 1, 1978. Sloan, Kate. Making Magic, 2024. Tiffany, Kaitlyn. “How Pedialyte got Pedialit,” Vox, Sep. 10, 2018. Williams, Dell. “The Roots of the Garden,” Journal of Sex Research, August 1990. Wulfhart, Nell McShane. “The Best Hangover Cure,” Slate, Aug. 29, 2013. Want more Decoder Ring? Subscribe to Slate Plus to unlock exclusive bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of the Decoder Ring show page. Or, visit slate.com/decoderplus to get access wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Products often tell you exactly how they're intended to be used. But why leave it at that? As a culture, we have long had a knack for finding ingenious, off-label uses for things. In this episode, we take a close look at a few examples of products that are ostensibly meant for one thing, but are better known for something else entirely. We explore Q-tips, which we are explicitly told not to put into our ears; the Hitachi Magic Wand, the iconic sex toy marketed as a body massager; the musical washboard; and the children's electrolyte solution Pedialyte that many adults swear by as a hangover cure. You'll hear from Hallie Lieberman, author of Buzz: A Stimulating History of the Sex Toy; Jacqui Barnett of the Columbus Washboard Company; Christopher Wilson, curator and chair of the Division of Home and Community Life at the Smithsonian; musician and educator Súle Greg Wilson; zydeco musicians C.J. Chenier and Steve Nash; Shaughnessy Bishop-Stall, author of Hungover: The Morning After and One Man's Quest for the Cure; as well as writers Roberto Ferdman, Dan Brooks, and Kaitlyn Tiffany. Decoder Ring is produced by Willa Paskin, Max Freedman, Katie Shepherd, and Evan Chung, Decoder Ring's supervising producer. We had additional production from Sofie Kodner. Merritt Jacob is Senior Technical Director. Special thanks to Kate Sloan, Dr. Carol Queen, Bryony Cole, Amber Singer, Molly Born, Laura Selikson, and Nell McShane Wulfhart. If you have any cultural mysteries you want us to decode, please email us at DecoderRing@slate.com, or leave a message on our hotline at 347-460-7281. Sources for This Episode Bishop-Stall, Shaughnessy. Hungover: The Morning After and One Man's Quest for the Cure, Penguin, 2018. Brooks, Dan. “Letter of Recommendation: Pedialyte,” New York Times Magazine, Jan. 26, 2017. Comella, Lynn. Vibrator Nation: How Feminist Sex-Toy Stores Changed the Business of Pleasure, Duke University Press, 2017. Dodson, Betty. “Having Sex with Machines: The Return of the Electric Vibrator,” Dodson and Ross, June 9, 2010. Feran, Tim. “Pedialyte Is Not Just For Kids,” Columbus Dispatch, July 19, 2015. Ferdman, Roberto A. “The strange life of Q-tips, the most bizarre thing people buy,” Washington Post, Jan. 20, 2016. Kushner, David. “Inside Orgasmatron,” Village Voice, March 26, 1999. Lieberman, Hallie. Buzz: A Stimulating History of the Sex Toy, Pegasus Books, 2017. Lieberman, Hallie. “Selling Sex Toys: Marketing and the Meaning of Vibrators in Early Twentieth-Century America,” Enterprise & Society, June 2016. Russel, Ruth. “Hangover Remedies? I'll Drink to That!,” Idaho Statesman, Jan. 1, 1978. Sloan, Kate. Making Magic, 2024. Tiffany, Kaitlyn. “How Pedialyte got Pedialit,” Vox, Sep. 10, 2018. Williams, Dell. “The Roots of the Garden,” Journal of Sex Research, August 1990. Wulfhart, Nell McShane. “The Best Hangover Cure,” Slate, Aug. 29, 2013. Want more Decoder Ring? Subscribe to Slate Plus to unlock exclusive bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of the Decoder Ring show page. Or, visit slate.com/decoderplus to get access wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
From the archives: 5-25-23Bryan Kohberger has been indicted for the murder of the Moscow four. However, it has been quite the journey to get to this point. From twists and turns in the case to new revelations, we have seen it all in the past seven months.In this episode, we take a look at how things started, directly after the murders to where things currently stand as of today.(commercial at 11:23)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Idaho college killings, suspect Bryan Kohberger: what we know | Idaho Statesman
From the archives: 5-25-23Bryan Kohberger has been indicted for the murder of the Moscow four. However, it has been quite the journey to get to this point. From twists and turns in the case to new revelations, we have seen it all in the past seven months.In this episode, we take a look at how things started, directly after the murders to where things currently stand as of today.(commercial at 11:23)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Idaho college killings, suspect Bryan Kohberger: what we know | Idaho Statesman
Newly released court documents reveal that surveillance cameras played a crucial role in tracking Bryan Kohberger's movements — as well as those of the victims — in the hours leading up to the University of Idaho murders. Investigators pieced together video footage from a network of cameras across Moscow, Idaho, to map out the victims' final evening and Kohberger's alleged path both before and after the killings. This surveillance helped authorities narrow the timeframe of the crime and identify Kohberger's white Hyundai Elantra, which was seen repeatedly driving near the crime scene around the time of the murders.According to the documents, camera footage showed Kohberger's vehicle leaving his Pullman apartment late at night, circling the victims' neighborhood multiple times, and then quickly departing the area after the estimated time of the murders. Additional video captured the victims at various locations on the night of November 12 into the early hours of November 13, including stops at a bar and a food truck. This comprehensive surveillance trail was key evidence that eventually led authorities to focus on Kohberger as a suspect.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Map: Alleged paths of Kohberger, Idaho victims via cameras | Idaho Statesman
On April 24, 2025, Judge Steven Hippler issued a ruling on the admissibility of key evidence in the trial of Bryan Kohberger, who is accused of the November 2022 murders of four University of Idaho students. The judge determined that the majority of the 911 call made by one of the surviving roommates could be presented to the jury, as it falls under exceptions to the hearsay rule, such as present sense impression and excited utterance. However, certain portions of the call, including statements made by an unidentified woman relaying secondhand information, were deemed inadmissible due to lack of firsthand knowledge and contemporaneity. Additionally, the judge allowed the use of a transcript of the 911 call as a demonstrative aid during the trial, provided it is properly authenticated and accompanied by appropriate jury instructions. Regarding text messages exchanged between the two surviving roommates, D.M. and B.F., the court found that many of these messages are admissible under the same hearsay exceptions. These texts, sent in the early hours of November 13, 2022, include descriptions of a masked intruder and expressions of fear and confusion, which the court considered to be spontaneous reactions to a startling event. The judge emphasized that the admissibility of these messages is contingent upon the prosecution establishing the necessary foundation at trial. The defense had objected to the inclusion of these messages, arguing that they lacked context and could be misleading; however, the court concluded that, when properly contextualized, they are relevant and admissible.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Idaho judge deals more defeats to Bryan Kohberger's defense | Idaho Statesman
Judge John Judge has granted a request to move the trial of Bryan Kohberger, who is accused of killing four University of Idaho students in November 2022, out of Moscow, Idaho. This decision was made due to concerns about the overwhelming pretrial publicity in the small community, which Kohberger's defense argued would prevent him from receiving a fair trial. Kohberger's defense cited a "mob mentality" in Moscow, arguing that many local residents already held strong opinions about his guilt.Judge Judge acknowledged that logistical and safety concerns also played a role in his decision, emphasizing that the local courthouse in Moscow might not be equipped to handle a trial of this scale. He left the decision on where the trial will be moved to the Idaho Supreme Court, which will assign both a new venue and a presiding judge.The prosecution had opposed the change of venue, arguing that it was unnecessary, but Judge Judge ruled that moving the trial would better serve the interests of justice, given the extensive media coverage and local sentiment. The trial is now scheduled for June 2025, and Kohberger could face the death penalty if convicted.(commercial at 10:18)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Judge in Idaho student murder trial grants change of venue | Idaho Statesman
Prosecutors in the Bryan Kohberger case have introduced evidence indicating that Kohberger purchased a Ka-Bar knife, along with a sheath and sharpener, from Amazon between March 20 and March 30, 2022—approximately eight months prior to the November 2022 murders of four University of Idaho students. A knife sheath found at the crime scene contained Kohberger's DNA, strengthening the prosecution's argument that the sheath belonged to him. Additionally, prosecutors have obtained a selfie Kohberger took hours after the killings, which they plan to use to corroborate an eyewitness description of the suspect having "bushy eyebrows."The defense has filed motions to exclude Kohberger's Amazon purchase history and the "bushy eyebrows" description from trial, arguing that such evidence is prejudicial and could deny him a fair trial. Despite these efforts, the prosecution maintains that the Amazon purchase history is relevant, as it shows Kohberger's acquisition of a knife matching the sheath found at the crime scene. The trial is scheduled to begin on August 11, 2025, with prosecutors indicating their intent to seek the death penalty if Kohberger is convicted.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Idaho prosecutors: Kohberger bought Ka-Bar knife, sheath | Idaho Statesman
Prosecutors in the Bryan Kohberger case have introduced evidence indicating that Kohberger purchased a Ka-Bar knife, along with a sheath and sharpener, from Amazon between March 20 and March 30, 2022—approximately eight months prior to the November 2022 murders of four University of Idaho students. A knife sheath found at the crime scene contained Kohberger's DNA, strengthening the prosecution's argument that the sheath belonged to him. Additionally, prosecutors have obtained a selfie Kohberger took hours after the killings, which they plan to use to corroborate an eyewitness description of the suspect having "bushy eyebrows."The defense has filed motions to exclude Kohberger's Amazon purchase history and the "bushy eyebrows" description from trial, arguing that such evidence is prejudicial and could deny him a fair trial. Despite these efforts, the prosecution maintains that the Amazon purchase history is relevant, as it shows Kohberger's acquisition of a knife matching the sheath found at the crime scene. The trial is scheduled to begin on August 11, 2025, with prosecutors indicating their intent to seek the death penalty if Kohberger is convicted.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Idaho prosecutors: Kohberger bought Ka-Bar knife, sheath | Idaho Statesman
From the archives: 5-25-23Bryan Kohberger has been indicted for the murder of the Moscow four. However, it has been quite the journey to get to this point. From twists and turns in the case to new revelations, we have seen it all in the past seven months.In this episode, we take a look at how things started, directly after the murders to where things currently stand as of today.(commercial at 11:23)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Idaho college killings, suspect Bryan Kohberger: what we know | Idaho Statesman
From the archives: 5-25-23Bryan Kohberger has been indicted for the murder of the Moscow four. However, it has been quite the journey to get to this point. From twists and turns in the case to new revelations, we have seen it all in the past seven months.In this episode, we take a look at how things started, directly after the murders to where things currently stand as of today.(commercial at 11:23)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Idaho college killings, suspect Bryan Kohberger: what we know | Idaho Statesman
In this episode of the Crux True Survival Story Podcast, hosts Kaycee McIntosh and Julie Henningsen bring you the extraordinary tale of David Finlayson and his 13-year-old son Charlie—a story that redefines courage in the face of disaster. When their August 2015 climbing expedition in Idaho's remote Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness took a devastating turn after a massive boulder struck David, it was young Charlie who transformed from teenager to hero. With remarkable composure and ingenuity, Charlie embarked on a life-saving mission that would test the limits of their father-son bond and demonstrate the incredible capacity of the human spirit. This edge-of-your-seat episode explores not only the harrowing ordeal but also the treacherous beauty of one of America's most isolated wilderness areas, the inherent risks of rock climbing, and the critical importance of wilderness preparedness that can mean the difference between life and death. Episode Timeline: 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:31 The Story of David and Charlie Finlayson 01:29 The Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness 06:26 The Dangers of Rock Climbing 07:40 The Climbing Accident 12:41 Charlie's Heroic Efforts 15:22 The Descent and Struggle for Survival 19:54 Charlie's Search for Help 22:57 A Chance Encounter in the Wilderness 23:49 The Rescue Effort Begins 24:17 Charlie's Determination and Faith 25:35 David's Medical Journey 26:19 Life After the Ordeal 28:12 Lessons from the Wilderness 36:00 Famous Climbing Survival Stories 42:24 Essential Wilderness Gear 44:36 The Power of the Human Spirit 45:48 Closing Remarks and Listener Engagement Email us! thecruxsurvival@gmail.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecruxpodcast/ Get schooled by Julie in outdoor wilderness medicine! https://www.headwatersfieldmedicine.com/ References and Sources Fox 8 Cleveland WJW. (2015, August 29). Idaho boy saves father after boulder crushes him during camping trip. Retrieved from Fox 8 Cleveland WJW. Idaho Statesman. (2015, August 27). Man crushed by boulder in Idaho wilderness aided for days by his young son. By Katy Moeller. NBC Chicago. (2015, August 28). 13-Year-Old Boy Scout Helps Save Dad After Hiking Accident. By Jessica Glazer. NBC News. (2015, August 27). Teen Scout Helps Save Dad Hurt By Falling Boulder in Rugged Wilderness. By Phil Helsel. WFLX. (2015, August 31). Charlie Finlayson: Idaho Boy Scout saves dad trapped by boulder. Originally aired on KTVB/NBC. Wikipedia. (2025, January 9). Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness. Retrieved from Wikipedia.org. MacDonald, D. (2022, August 18). Six Near-death Climbing Accidents Analyzed and Explained. Outside/Climbing. Green, S. (2018, June 10). The Five Most Common Rock Climbing Deaths. TripSavvy. Foxfield, A. & Clarke, J. (2024, July 3). Is rock climbing dangerous? We look into the risks and how to manage them. Advnture. Goalcast. (2022, October 20). Dad Nearly Killed by Boulder Miles Away From Civilization - His 13-Year-Old Son Jumps Into Action. By Heidi Hamm
One of the key pieces of evidence that the authorities offered in the PCA was the cell phone records of Bryan Kohberger. Using this data, investigators say that they were able to recreate Bryan Kohberger's movements on the morning in question by using the pings his cellphone made from the towers it connected to. How strong is that evidence though?In this episode, we hear from Ben Levitan, a telecommunications expert, who says that while the technology is helpful to build a case, it's not the kind of evidence that will convince a jury.(commercial at 6:41)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Expert: Cell records can't pinpoint someone's exact location | Idaho Statesman
One of the key pieces of evidence that the authorities offered in the PCA was the cell phone records of Bryan Kohberger. Using this data, investigators say that they were able to recreate Bryan Kohberger's movements on the morning in question by using the pings his cellphone made from the towers it connected to. How strong is that evidence though?In this episode, we hear from Ben Levitan, a telecommunications expert, who says that while the technology is helpful to build a case, it's not the kind of evidence that will convince a jury.(commercial at 6:41)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Expert: Cell records can't pinpoint someone's exact location | Idaho Statesman
IGG testing, also known as Immunoglobulin G testing, is a method used in forensic science to identify individuals through the analysis of specific proteins found in blood. Immunoglobulin G (IgG) is a type of antibody produced by the immune system in response to foreign substances, such as bacteria or viruses. Each person's IgG profile is unique, similar to a genetic fingerprint, making it useful for identification purposes.In crime-solving, IGG testing involves collecting blood samples from crime scenes and comparing them to known samples, such as those taken from suspects or victims. The presence or absence of specific IgG antibodies in the samples can help forensic investigators establish links between individuals and crime scenes.Police use IGG testing to:Establish connections between suspects and crime scenes: By comparing the IgG profiles of blood samples found at a crime scene with those of suspects or victims, investigators can determine whether a particular individual was present at the scene.Exclude innocent suspects: If the IgG profile of a suspect does not match that of the blood found at the crime scene, it can help exclude them from the investigation.Identify unknown individuals: In cases where the identity of a suspect or victim is unknown, IGG testing can be used to narrow down potential matches based on blood samples collected from the scene.However, like any forensic technique, IGG testing also raises privacy concerns. Some of these concerns include:Informed consent: Collecting blood samples for IGG testing without the individual's consent may raise ethical questions about privacy and bodily autonomy.Genetic information: IgG profiles can reveal information about an individual's immune system, which is a form of genetic information. There are concerns about how this sensitive data is collected, stored, and used, especially in terms of potential discrimination or misuse.False positives and misinterpretation: While IGG testing can be a valuable tool in forensic investigations, there is always a risk of false positives or misinterpretation of results. This could lead to wrongful accusations or convictions if not carefully considered.Database security: As with any forensic database, there are concerns about the security of the information stored within it. Unauthorized access or breaches could compromise individuals' privacy and potentially lead to misuse of their data.Ever since the arrest of Bryan Kohberger a conviction has rested upon the shoulders of the DNA that was collected at the scene of the brutal quadruple homicide. However, there have been challenges to the process used to collect that DNA and some have even questioned the constitutionality of the process itself. In this episode we take a look at that argument and hear from several legal scholars about the process that was used to collect the DNA and how that evidence will or will not be used moving forward.(commercial at 13:11)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Moscow murder suspect could mount constitutional challenge | Idaho Statesman
IGG testing, also known as Immunoglobulin G testing, is a method used in forensic science to identify individuals through the analysis of specific proteins found in blood. Immunoglobulin G (IgG) is a type of antibody produced by the immune system in response to foreign substances, such as bacteria or viruses. Each person's IgG profile is unique, similar to a genetic fingerprint, making it useful for identification purposes.In crime-solving, IGG testing involves collecting blood samples from crime scenes and comparing them to known samples, such as those taken from suspects or victims. The presence or absence of specific IgG antibodies in the samples can help forensic investigators establish links between individuals and crime scenes.Police use IGG testing to:Establish connections between suspects and crime scenes: By comparing the IgG profiles of blood samples found at a crime scene with those of suspects or victims, investigators can determine whether a particular individual was present at the scene.Exclude innocent suspects: If the IgG profile of a suspect does not match that of the blood found at the crime scene, it can help exclude them from the investigation.Identify unknown individuals: In cases where the identity of a suspect or victim is unknown, IGG testing can be used to narrow down potential matches based on blood samples collected from the scene.However, like any forensic technique, IGG testing also raises privacy concerns. Some of these concerns include:Informed consent: Collecting blood samples for IGG testing without the individual's consent may raise ethical questions about privacy and bodily autonomy.Genetic information: IgG profiles can reveal information about an individual's immune system, which is a form of genetic information. There are concerns about how this sensitive data is collected, stored, and used, especially in terms of potential discrimination or misuse.False positives and misinterpretation: While IGG testing can be a valuable tool in forensic investigations, there is always a risk of false positives or misinterpretation of results. This could lead to wrongful accusations or convictions if not carefully considered.Database security: As with any forensic database, there are concerns about the security of the information stored within it. Unauthorized access or breaches could compromise individuals' privacy and potentially lead to misuse of their data.Ever since the arrest of Bryan Kohberger a conviction has rested upon the shoulders of the DNA that was collected at the scene of the brutal quadruple homicide. However, there have been challenges to the process used to collect that DNA and some have even questioned the constitutionality of the process itself. In this episode we take a look at that argument and hear from several legal scholars about the process that was used to collect the DNA and how that evidence will or will not be used moving forward.(commercial at 13:11)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Moscow murder suspect could mount constitutional challenge | Idaho Statesman
Judge John Judge did exactly as we expected and allowed cameras in the courtroom but with a caveat. Instead of the media being in control of what is broadcast to the public, the courts own video/audio system will be used so that the Judge has more control over what the public has access to and so that sensitive testimony can be given without fear of the media circus.in this episode, we dive into that order and took a look at what it might mean for access for the public moving forward.(commercial at 6:36)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Kohberger judge bans media cameras. How you can watch trial | Idaho Statesman
Attorneys for Bryan Kohberger, the man charged with the brutal stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students, have revealed that detectives found blood DNA from two unidentified males at the crime scene. The revelation, disclosed at a recent court hearing, hints at a possible legal defense strategy as the high-profile case moves toward trial. Inside the off-campus home on King Road where the killings occurred, investigators discovered an unknown male's blood DNA on a handrail. Another unidentified male's blood DNA was found on a glove located outside the house, according to Kohberger's lead defense attorney, Anne Taylor. At the center of the case, however, is a piece of evidence that prosecutors say directly links Kohberger to the crime: a knife sheath found in one of the victim's beds. Moscow police stated that DNA recovered from the sheath was matched to Kohberger. His defense team, however, argues that this was touch DNA rather than blood, disputing its strength as evidence. Taylor further alleged that detectives intentionally withheld the existence of the unidentified male DNA samples when presenting evidence to a magistrate judge for Kohberger's arrest warrant. Latah County Prosecutor Bill Thompson confirmed the DNA samples were not uploaded to the FBI's national DNA database due to eligibility requirements, but he did not dispute Taylor's claim that this evidence was omitted from the initial warrant application. The defense contends that the omission undermines the state's probable cause for Kohberger's arrest, suggesting that it should disqualify certain evidence obtained through search warrants. However, Ada County District Judge Steven Hippler pushed back against this argument. “How does that, even if disclosed, preclude a finding of probable cause when there's a DNA match between the DNA on the sheath and Mr. Kohberger?” Hippler questioned during the hearing. “Isn't that probable cause every day and twice on Sunday?” Taylor responded that probable cause should not be considered in isolation, stating, “It's these other things that are withheld that create a context around it. … Do we want to have one thing with no context around it when there's this other context that really matters?” Kohberger's defense team is seeking a Franks hearing, a legal proceeding to challenge the validity of search warrants based on alleged omissions or falsehoods in warrant applications. While such hearings are rarely granted, Taylor's strategy suggests a broader effort to weaken the prosecution's case. Criminal defense attorney Edwina Elcox, who previously represented Lori Vallow Daybell, told the Idaho Statesman that Kohberger's defense will likely use the unidentified DNA evidence to “muddy the waters” at trial in an attempt to create reasonable doubt. “That evidence could be any variety of things: It could be something, or it could be a lot of things that are nothing,” Elcox said. “There's at least something to be made of it, and it's better than having nothing as a defense.” However, the biggest challenge for Kohberger's defense remains the knife sheath. Prosecutors argue that the presence of Kohberger's DNA on it—found at the scene where the four victims were stabbed—strongly supports his involvement. “That's the thing that squarely puts him there,” Elcox said. “The magnitude of that evidence to the state's case is critical, and cannot be understated.” Taylor maintains that no evidence directly connects Kohberger to the victims, emphasizing that police found no forensic links between him and the King Road home. “There's no blood in his car,” Taylor said at the hearing. “He wasn't connected to that house, to the people in the house.” Investigators, however, believe Kohberger returned to his Washington State University apartment after the attack, where police conducted a search. While they collected potential hair strands and other materials, FBI reports submitted by the defense indicate that no definitive connections were made between Kohberger and the victims. Hippler acknowledged that while additional unknown DNA at the scene could be relevant, it does not necessarily diminish probable cause against Kohberger. “There may be, as you say, other people that creates concern or issues about that need to be investigated further,” Hippler said. “But I'm not sure that that diminishes the probable cause for Mr. Kohberger if his DNA is found on a knife sheath found on or near the victim—who was stabbed with said alleged knife, that would have been in said alleged sheath.” With Kohberger's trial set for this summer, the defense faces a difficult task in explaining how the knife sheath, allegedly bearing his DNA, was found at the crime scene if he was not involved. “I mean, that's the ultimate question that will be before a jury,” Taylor admitted. Hippler responded pointedly: “If you're killed with a knife, that probably means a lot.” #BryanKohberger #IdahoMurders #TrueCrime #UniversityOfIdaho #LegalNews #DNAEvidence #CrimeTrial Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
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Attorneys for Bryan Kohberger, the man charged with the brutal stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students, have revealed that detectives found blood DNA from two unidentified males at the crime scene. The revelation, disclosed at a recent court hearing, hints at a possible legal defense strategy as the high-profile case moves toward trial. Inside the off-campus home on King Road where the killings occurred, investigators discovered an unknown male's blood DNA on a handrail. Another unidentified male's blood DNA was found on a glove located outside the house, according to Kohberger's lead defense attorney, Anne Taylor. At the center of the case, however, is a piece of evidence that prosecutors say directly links Kohberger to the crime: a knife sheath found in one of the victim's beds. Moscow police stated that DNA recovered from the sheath was matched to Kohberger. His defense team, however, argues that this was touch DNA rather than blood, disputing its strength as evidence. Taylor further alleged that detectives intentionally withheld the existence of the unidentified male DNA samples when presenting evidence to a magistrate judge for Kohberger's arrest warrant. Latah County Prosecutor Bill Thompson confirmed the DNA samples were not uploaded to the FBI's national DNA database due to eligibility requirements, but he did not dispute Taylor's claim that this evidence was omitted from the initial warrant application. The defense contends that the omission undermines the state's probable cause for Kohberger's arrest, suggesting that it should disqualify certain evidence obtained through search warrants. However, Ada County District Judge Steven Hippler pushed back against this argument. “How does that, even if disclosed, preclude a finding of probable cause when there's a DNA match between the DNA on the sheath and Mr. Kohberger?” Hippler questioned during the hearing. “Isn't that probable cause every day and twice on Sunday?” Taylor responded that probable cause should not be considered in isolation, stating, “It's these other things that are withheld that create a context around it. … Do we want to have one thing with no context around it when there's this other context that really matters?” Kohberger's defense team is seeking a Franks hearing, a legal proceeding to challenge the validity of search warrants based on alleged omissions or falsehoods in warrant applications. While such hearings are rarely granted, Taylor's strategy suggests a broader effort to weaken the prosecution's case. Criminal defense attorney Edwina Elcox, who previously represented Lori Vallow Daybell, told the Idaho Statesman that Kohberger's defense will likely use the unidentified DNA evidence to “muddy the waters” at trial in an attempt to create reasonable doubt. “That evidence could be any variety of things: It could be something, or it could be a lot of things that are nothing,” Elcox said. “There's at least something to be made of it, and it's better than having nothing as a defense.” However, the biggest challenge for Kohberger's defense remains the knife sheath. Prosecutors argue that the presence of Kohberger's DNA on it—found at the scene where the four victims were stabbed—strongly supports his involvement. “That's the thing that squarely puts him there,” Elcox said. “The magnitude of that evidence to the state's case is critical, and cannot be understated.” Taylor maintains that no evidence directly connects Kohberger to the victims, emphasizing that police found no forensic links between him and the King Road home. “There's no blood in his car,” Taylor said at the hearing. “He wasn't connected to that house, to the people in the house.” Investigators, however, believe Kohberger returned to his Washington State University apartment after the attack, where police conducted a search. While they collected potential hair strands and other materials, FBI reports submitted by the defense indicate that no definitive connections were made between Kohberger and the victims. Hippler acknowledged that while additional unknown DNA at the scene could be relevant, it does not necessarily diminish probable cause against Kohberger. “There may be, as you say, other people that creates concern or issues about that need to be investigated further,” Hippler said. “But I'm not sure that that diminishes the probable cause for Mr. Kohberger if his DNA is found on a knife sheath found on or near the victim—who was stabbed with said alleged knife, that would have been in said alleged sheath.” With Kohberger's trial set for this summer, the defense faces a difficult task in explaining how the knife sheath, allegedly bearing his DNA, was found at the crime scene if he was not involved. “I mean, that's the ultimate question that will be before a jury,” Taylor admitted. Hippler responded pointedly: “If you're killed with a knife, that probably means a lot.” #BryanKohberger #IdahoMurders #TrueCrime #UniversityOfIdaho #LegalNews #DNAEvidence #CrimeTrial Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
Attorneys for Bryan Kohberger, the man charged with the brutal stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students, have revealed that detectives found blood DNA from two unidentified males at the crime scene. The revelation, disclosed at a recent court hearing, hints at a possible legal defense strategy as the high-profile case moves toward trial. Inside the off-campus home on King Road where the killings occurred, investigators discovered an unknown male's blood DNA on a handrail. Another unidentified male's blood DNA was found on a glove located outside the house, according to Kohberger's lead defense attorney, Anne Taylor. At the center of the case, however, is a piece of evidence that prosecutors say directly links Kohberger to the crime: a knife sheath found in one of the victim's beds. Moscow police stated that DNA recovered from the sheath was matched to Kohberger. His defense team, however, argues that this was touch DNA rather than blood, disputing its strength as evidence. Taylor further alleged that detectives intentionally withheld the existence of the unidentified male DNA samples when presenting evidence to a magistrate judge for Kohberger's arrest warrant. Latah County Prosecutor Bill Thompson confirmed the DNA samples were not uploaded to the FBI's national DNA database due to eligibility requirements, but he did not dispute Taylor's claim that this evidence was omitted from the initial warrant application. The defense contends that the omission undermines the state's probable cause for Kohberger's arrest, suggesting that it should disqualify certain evidence obtained through search warrants. However, Ada County District Judge Steven Hippler pushed back against this argument. “How does that, even if disclosed, preclude a finding of probable cause when there's a DNA match between the DNA on the sheath and Mr. Kohberger?” Hippler questioned during the hearing. “Isn't that probable cause every day and twice on Sunday?” Taylor responded that probable cause should not be considered in isolation, stating, “It's these other things that are withheld that create a context around it. … Do we want to have one thing with no context around it when there's this other context that really matters?” Kohberger's defense team is seeking a Franks hearing, a legal proceeding to challenge the validity of search warrants based on alleged omissions or falsehoods in warrant applications. While such hearings are rarely granted, Taylor's strategy suggests a broader effort to weaken the prosecution's case. Criminal defense attorney Edwina Elcox, who previously represented Lori Vallow Daybell, told the Idaho Statesman that Kohberger's defense will likely use the unidentified DNA evidence to “muddy the waters” at trial in an attempt to create reasonable doubt. “That evidence could be any variety of things: It could be something, or it could be a lot of things that are nothing,” Elcox said. “There's at least something to be made of it, and it's better than having nothing as a defense.” However, the biggest challenge for Kohberger's defense remains the knife sheath. Prosecutors argue that the presence of Kohberger's DNA on it—found at the scene where the four victims were stabbed—strongly supports his involvement. “That's the thing that squarely puts him there,” Elcox said. “The magnitude of that evidence to the state's case is critical, and cannot be understated.” Taylor maintains that no evidence directly connects Kohberger to the victims, emphasizing that police found no forensic links between him and the King Road home. “There's no blood in his car,” Taylor said at the hearing. “He wasn't connected to that house, to the people in the house.” Investigators, however, believe Kohberger returned to his Washington State University apartment after the attack, where police conducted a search. While they collected potential hair strands and other materials, FBI reports submitted by the defense indicate that no definitive connections were made between Kohberger and the victims. Hippler acknowledged that while additional unknown DNA at the scene could be relevant, it does not necessarily diminish probable cause against Kohberger. “There may be, as you say, other people that creates concern or issues about that need to be investigated further,” Hippler said. “But I'm not sure that that diminishes the probable cause for Mr. Kohberger if his DNA is found on a knife sheath found on or near the victim—who was stabbed with said alleged knife, that would have been in said alleged sheath.” With Kohberger's trial set for this summer, the defense faces a difficult task in explaining how the knife sheath, allegedly bearing his DNA, was found at the crime scene if he was not involved. “I mean, that's the ultimate question that will be before a jury,” Taylor admitted. Hippler responded pointedly: “If you're killed with a knife, that probably means a lot.” #BryanKohberger #IdahoMurders #TrueCrime #UniversityOfIdaho #LegalNews #DNAEvidence #CrimeTrial Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
Defense Challenges Evidence in University of Idaho Murders Case Attorneys for Bryan Kohberger, the man charged with the brutal stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students, have revealed that detectives found blood DNA from two unidentified males at the crime scene. The revelation, disclosed at a recent court hearing, hints at a possible legal defense strategy as the high-profile case moves toward trial. Inside the off-campus home on King Road where the killings occurred, investigators discovered an unknown male's blood DNA on a handrail. Another unidentified male's blood DNA was found on a glove located outside the house, according to Kohberger's lead defense attorney, Anne Taylor. At the center of the case, however, is a piece of evidence that prosecutors say directly links Kohberger to the crime: a knife sheath found in one of the victim's beds. Moscow police stated that DNA recovered from the sheath was matched to Kohberger. His defense team, however, argues that this was touch DNA rather than blood, disputing its strength as evidence. Taylor further alleged that detectives intentionally withheld the existence of the unidentified male DNA samples when presenting evidence to a magistrate judge for Kohberger's arrest warrant. Latah County Prosecutor Bill Thompson confirmed the DNA samples were not uploaded to the FBI's national DNA database due to eligibility requirements, but he did not dispute Taylor's claim that this evidence was omitted from the initial warrant application. The defense contends that the omission undermines the state's probable cause for Kohberger's arrest, suggesting that it should disqualify certain evidence obtained through search warrants. However, Ada County District Judge Steven Hippler pushed back against this argument. “How does that, even if disclosed, preclude a finding of probable cause when there's a DNA match between the DNA on the sheath and Mr. Kohberger?” Hippler questioned during the hearing. “Isn't that probable cause every day and twice on Sunday?” Taylor responded that probable cause should not be considered in isolation, stating, “It's these other things that are withheld that create a context around it. … Do we want to have one thing with no context around it when there's this other context that really matters?” Kohberger's defense team is seeking a Franks hearing, a legal proceeding to challenge the validity of search warrants based on alleged omissions or falsehoods in warrant applications. While such hearings are rarely granted, Taylor's strategy suggests a broader effort to weaken the prosecution's case. Criminal defense attorney Edwina Elcox, who previously represented Lori Vallow Daybell, told the Idaho Statesman that Kohberger's defense will likely use the unidentified DNA evidence to “muddy the waters” at trial in an attempt to create reasonable doubt. “That evidence could be any variety of things: It could be something, or it could be a lot of things that are nothing,” Elcox said. “There's at least something to be made of it, and it's better than having nothing as a defense.” However, the biggest challenge for Kohberger's defense remains the knife sheath. Prosecutors argue that the presence of Kohberger's DNA on it—found at the scene where the four victims were stabbed—strongly supports his involvement. “That's the thing that squarely puts him there,” Elcox said. “The magnitude of that evidence to the state's case is critical, and cannot be understated.” Taylor maintains that no evidence directly connects Kohberger to the victims, emphasizing that police found no forensic links between him and the King Road home. “There's no blood in his car,” Taylor said at the hearing. “He wasn't connected to that house, to the people in the house.” Investigators, however, believe Kohberger returned to his Washington State University apartment after the attack, where police conducted a search. While they collected potential hair strands and other materials, FBI reports submitted by the defense indicate that no definitive connections were made between Kohberger and the victims. Hippler acknowledged that while additional unknown DNA at the scene could be relevant, it does not necessarily diminish probable cause against Kohberger. “There may be, as you say, other people that creates concern or issues about that need to be investigated further,” Hippler said. “But I'm not sure that that diminishes the probable cause for Mr. Kohberger if his DNA is found on a knife sheath found on or near the victim—who was stabbed with said alleged knife, that would have been in said alleged sheath.” With Kohberger's trial set for this summer, the defense faces a difficult task in explaining how the knife sheath, allegedly bearing his DNA, was found at the crime scene if he was not involved. “I mean, that's the ultimate question that will be before a jury,” Taylor admitted. 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The IGG battle between Bryan Kohberger's defense team and the prosecutors continues to roll on through the court and today, Judge Judge is going to hear arguements from both sides. As we await information from that hearing, we are taking another look at the IGG ruling already made and how that ruling has the chance to set precedent in Idaho when it comes to IGG.(commercial at 6:38)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Bryan Kohberger defense will get some DNA records it sought | Idaho Statesman
Yesterday we learned that the FBI was headed back to the house located at 1122 King Road so that they could gather more evidence to help them build models of the house and other evidence that will help the prosecution slam the door home, they hope, on Bryan Kohberger.In this episode, we get some more details about what the FBI is doing at the house, how long they're expected to be at the house, and what it might mean moving forward.(commercial at 6:32)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:FBI returns to home of Idaho student killings for evidence | Idaho Statesman
The right to a speedy trial is a fundamental legal principle in many legal systems, including the United States, designed to protect the rights and interests of individuals accused of a crime. Here is a full summary of what the right to a speedy trial means:Legal Right: The right to a speedy trial is a constitutional or statutory right granted to individuals facing criminal charges. In the United States, it is protected by the Sixth Amendment to the Constitution.Timely Adjudication: It guarantees that a defendant has the right to have their case adjudicated in a timely and expeditious manner. This means that the legal process should move forward promptly from the time of arrest to trial.Reasonable Timeframe: While the exact definition of a "speedy" trial can vary from one jurisdiction to another, it generally implies that the accused should not have to endure unnecessary delays in the criminal justice process.Purpose: The primary purpose of this right is to prevent injustices that may arise from prolonged pretrial detention or the delay in bringing a case to trial. It helps ensure that a person is not held in jail for an extended period without facing formal charges and trial.Balancing Act: Courts must strike a balance between the defendant's right to a speedy trial and the state's interest in conducting a thorough and fair trial. This may involve considering factors like the complexity of the case, the availability of witnesses, and the reasons for any delays.Dismissal as a Remedy: If the right to a speedy trial is violated, it can lead to the dismissal of the charges against the defendant. This serves as a deterrent against prosecutorial and judicial misconduct that might unnecessarily delay a trial.Factors Considered: Courts typically consider several factors in determining whether a defendant's right to a speedy trial has been violated. These factors may include the length of the delay, the reasons for the delay, the defendant's assertion of their right, and any prejudice suffered by the defendant as a result of the delay.Waiver: In some cases, a defendant may choose to waive their right to a speedy trial if they believe it's in their best interest to delay the proceedings for strategic reasons, such as giving their legal team more time to prepare.International Context: The right to a speedy trial is recognized not only in the United States but also in international human rights law, such as the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. These documents emphasize the importance of a fair and timely trial.Importance: Ensuring a speedy trial is crucial for safeguarding the rights of the accused, preventing unnecessary incarceration, and maintaining public confidence in the criminal justice system.(commercial at 7:57)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Kohberger Idaho murder trial not expected until at least 2024 | Idaho Statesman
When a prosecutor seeks to limit the alibi of a suspect, it means they are attempting to challenge or restrict the evidence or testimony that supports the suspect's claim of innocence. An alibi is a defense strategy in which the accused asserts that they were somewhere else at the time the crime was committed, thus making it impossible for them to have committed the offense.Here's a breakdown of what it typically entails:Investigation of the Alibi: The prosecutor may investigate the alibi thoroughly to determine its validity. This may involve interviewing witnesses, examining physical evidence, reviewing surveillance footage, or obtaining records that could corroborate or refute the alibi.Challenging the Alibi: If the prosecutor believes the alibi is weak or fabricated, they may seek to challenge it during the trial. This could involve presenting contradictory evidence, questioning the credibility of alibi witnesses, or arguing that the suspect had the opportunity to commit the crime despite the alibi.Motion to Limit or Exclude Alibi Evidence: In some cases, the prosecutor may file a motion to limit or exclude certain aspects of the alibi evidence from being presented in court. This could be based on legal grounds such as relevance, reliability, or procedural rules. For example, if the alibi witness has a history of dishonesty or bias, the prosecutor may argue that their testimony should be excluded.Pretrial Hearing: The judge may hold a pretrial hearing to consider the prosecutor's motion to limit the alibi evidence. Both the defense and the prosecution would have the opportunity to present arguments and evidence supporting their positions.Ruling by the Judge: The judge will make a decision based on the arguments presented and applicable legal standards. If the judge grants the prosecutor's motion, certain aspects of the alibi evidence may be restricted or excluded from the trial. If the motion is denied, the defense will be allowed to present the alibi evidence to the jury.In this episode, we head back up to Idaho to check in on the Bryan Kohberger trial and the battle over his alibi that continues to rage inside of the courtroom. (commercial at 8:41)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Attorneys in Idaho student homicides argue for pretrial wins | Idaho Statesman
Judge John Judge has granted a request to move the trial of Bryan Kohberger, who is accused of killing four University of Idaho students in November 2022, out of Moscow, Idaho. This decision was made due to concerns about the overwhelming pretrial publicity in the small community, which Kohberger's defense argued would prevent him from receiving a fair trial. Kohberger's defense cited a "mob mentality" in Moscow, arguing that many local residents already held strong opinions about his guilt.Judge Judge acknowledged that logistical and safety concerns also played a role in his decision, emphasizing that the local courthouse in Moscow might not be equipped to handle a trial of this scale. He left the decision on where the trial will be moved to the Idaho Supreme Court, which will assign both a new venue and a presiding judge.The prosecution had opposed the change of venue, arguing that it was unnecessary, but Judge Judge ruled that moving the trial would better serve the interests of justice, given the extensive media coverage and local sentiment. The trial is now scheduled for June 2025, and Kohberger could face the death penalty if convicted.(commercial at 10:18)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Judge in Idaho student murder trial grants change of venue | Idaho Statesman
Judge John Judge has granted a request to move the trial of Bryan Kohberger, who is accused of killing four University of Idaho students in November 2022, out of Moscow, Idaho. This decision was made due to concerns about the overwhelming pretrial publicity in the small community, which Kohberger's defense argued would prevent him from receiving a fair trial. Kohberger's defense cited a "mob mentality" in Moscow, arguing that many local residents already held strong opinions about his guilt.Judge Judge acknowledged that logistical and safety concerns also played a role in his decision, emphasizing that the local courthouse in Moscow might not be equipped to handle a trial of this scale. He left the decision on where the trial will be moved to the Idaho Supreme Court, which will assign both a new venue and a presiding judge.The prosecution had opposed the change of venue, arguing that it was unnecessary, but Judge Judge ruled that moving the trial would better serve the interests of justice, given the extensive media coverage and local sentiment. The trial is now scheduled for June 2025, and Kohberger could face the death penalty if convicted.(commercial at 10:18)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Judge in Idaho student murder trial grants change of venue | Idaho Statesman
Global companies are betting big on the Treasure Valley, sparking a surge of commercial growth. While these large developments are bringing jobs, they're also driving up construction costs and straining our tight housing market. Host Lindsay Van Allen is joined by Idaho Statesman reporter Nick Rosenberger to dive into the impacts of this growth and what it means for Boise's future. Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you'll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Learn more about the sponsor of this January 15th episode: Inn at 500 Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Reach us at boise@citycast.fm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
IGG testing, also known as Immunoglobulin G testing, is a method used in forensic science to identify individuals through the analysis of specific proteins found in blood. Immunoglobulin G (IgG) is a type of antibody produced by the immune system in response to foreign substances, such as bacteria or viruses. Each person's IgG profile is unique, similar to a genetic fingerprint, making it useful for identification purposes.In crime-solving, IGG testing involves collecting blood samples from crime scenes and comparing them to known samples, such as those taken from suspects or victims. The presence or absence of specific IgG antibodies in the samples can help forensic investigators establish links between individuals and crime scenes.Police use IGG testing to:Establish connections between suspects and crime scenes: By comparing the IgG profiles of blood samples found at a crime scene with those of suspects or victims, investigators can determine whether a particular individual was present at the scene.Exclude innocent suspects: If the IgG profile of a suspect does not match that of the blood found at the crime scene, it can help exclude them from the investigation.Identify unknown individuals: In cases where the identity of a suspect or victim is unknown, IGG testing can be used to narrow down potential matches based on blood samples collected from the scene.However, like any forensic technique, IGG testing also raises privacy concerns. Some of these concerns include:Informed consent: Collecting blood samples for IGG testing without the individual's consent may raise ethical questions about privacy and bodily autonomy.Genetic information: IgG profiles can reveal information about an individual's immune system, which is a form of genetic information. There are concerns about how this sensitive data is collected, stored, and used, especially in terms of potential discrimination or misuse.False positives and misinterpretation: While IGG testing can be a valuable tool in forensic investigations, there is always a risk of false positives or misinterpretation of results. This could lead to wrongful accusations or convictions if not carefully considered.Database security: As with any forensic database, there are concerns about the security of the information stored within it. Unauthorized access or breaches could compromise individuals' privacy and potentially lead to misuse of their data.Ever since the arrest of Bryan Kohberger a conviction has rested upon the shoulders of the DNA that was collected at the scene of the brutal quadruple homicide. However, there have been challenges to the process used to collect that DNA and some have even questioned the constitutionality of the process itself. In this episode we take a look at that argument and hear from several legal scholars about the process that was used to collect the DNA and how that evidence will or will not be used moving forward.(commercial at 13:11)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Moscow murder suspect could mount constitutional challenge | Idaho Statesman
IGG testing, also known as Immunoglobulin G testing, is a method used in forensic science to identify individuals through the analysis of specific proteins found in blood. Immunoglobulin G (IgG) is a type of antibody produced by the immune system in response to foreign substances, such as bacteria or viruses. Each person's IgG profile is unique, similar to a genetic fingerprint, making it useful for identification purposes.In crime-solving, IGG testing involves collecting blood samples from crime scenes and comparing them to known samples, such as those taken from suspects or victims. The presence or absence of specific IgG antibodies in the samples can help forensic investigators establish links between individuals and crime scenes.Police use IGG testing to:Establish connections between suspects and crime scenes: By comparing the IgG profiles of blood samples found at a crime scene with those of suspects or victims, investigators can determine whether a particular individual was present at the scene.Exclude innocent suspects: If the IgG profile of a suspect does not match that of the blood found at the crime scene, it can help exclude them from the investigation.Identify unknown individuals: In cases where the identity of a suspect or victim is unknown, IGG testing can be used to narrow down potential matches based on blood samples collected from the scene.However, like any forensic technique, IGG testing also raises privacy concerns. Some of these concerns include:Informed consent: Collecting blood samples for IGG testing without the individual's consent may raise ethical questions about privacy and bodily autonomy.Genetic information: IgG profiles can reveal information about an individual's immune system, which is a form of genetic information. There are concerns about how this sensitive data is collected, stored, and used, especially in terms of potential discrimination or misuse.False positives and misinterpretation: While IGG testing can be a valuable tool in forensic investigations, there is always a risk of false positives or misinterpretation of results. This could lead to wrongful accusations or convictions if not carefully considered.Database security: As with any forensic database, there are concerns about the security of the information stored within it. Unauthorized access or breaches could compromise individuals' privacy and potentially lead to misuse of their data.Ever since the arrest of Bryan Kohberger a conviction has rested upon the shoulders of the DNA that was collected at the scene of the brutal quadruple homicide. However, there have been challenges to the process used to collect that DNA and some have even questioned the constitutionality of the process itself. In this episode we take a look at that argument and hear from several legal scholars about the process that was used to collect the DNA and how that evidence will or will not be used moving forward.(commercial at 13:11)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Moscow murder suspect could mount constitutional challenge | Idaho Statesman
Boise used to be a haven for middle and lower-income home buyers. But this year, luxury homes became more common. Host Lindsay Van Allen is looking back on her conversation with Idaho Statesman reporter Nick Rosenberger about these extravagant mansions — and who is buying them. Are 25 car garages, fountains, and giant pools here to stay in the Treasure Valley's real estate market? Have a real estate question? Email us: boise@citycast.fm. Want some more Boise intel? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you'll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The debate over diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) at Idaho universities is heating up again. Idaho's State Board of Education has proposed a resolution to eliminate these programs, and higher education leaders caved to the pressue by preemptively scaling back DEI resources. The Idaho Statesman's Scott McIntosh joins host Lindsay Van Allen to dive into what kind of a message this acquiescence sends to students and whether this move will inadvertently fuel the legislature's push for more drastic changes. Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you'll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Learn more about the sponsor of this December 9th episode: Inn at 500 Salishan Coastal Lodge - Visit salishan.com and use code CITYCAST to save 20% on your stay today! Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Reach us at boise@citycast.fm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
One of the key pieces of evidence that the authorities offered in the PCA was the cell phone records of Bryan Kohberger. Using this data, investigators say that they were able to recreate Bryan Kohberger's movements on the morning in question by using the pings his cellphone made from the towers it connected to. How strong is that evidence though?In this episode, we hear from Ben Levitan, a telecommunications expert, who says that while the technology is helpful to build a case, it's not the kind of evidence that will convince a jury.(commercial at 6:41)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Expert: Cell records can't pinpoint someone's exact location | Idaho Statesman
The Bryan Kohberger trial was bound to be delayed from the very moment the aggressive scheduling of the proceedings was released by the court. Considering the vast amount of evidence that has been presented in the case, it was obvious that there would be a delay. After setting a very aggressive schedule at the last hearing, it wasn't long before the motion to delay the trial hit the docket. In this episode we take a look at the aggressive schedule put forth by the Judge and how it was always going to lead us to where we are now: A Delayed trial. (commercial at 9:15)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Kohberger update: DNA experts testify, schedule released | Idaho Statesman
A new development could bring over 3,500 housing units to Southwest Boise. But this growth comes with some costs— a $2 million yearly price tag for the city, congested roads, and additional strain on schools and fire services. Is it worth it? Host Lindsay Van Allen and Idaho Statesman reporter Nick Rosenberger are digging into the trade-offs and asking what smart, sustainable growth looks like for Boise. Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you'll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Learn more about the sponsor of this December 3rd episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Boise Art Revel Salishan Coastal Lodge - Visit salishan.com and use code CITYCAST to save 20% on your stay today! Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Reach us at boise@citycast.fm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Idaho state flag hangs in the State Capitol in Boise, Idaho.(Kyle Green / AP)The trial challenging Idaho's abortion ban is on pause for now, an update on the BSU Volleyball case, the latest on Debbie Critchfield and PragerU, Trump picks former WWE President for Secretary of Ed, a lawsuit involving a failed Union 93 project in Meridian, and Idaho's Attorney General visits Mar-a-Lago. It's Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable when Idaho Matters gets you up to date on all the news that made headlines this past week.Our journalist panel today: Sydney Kidd with BoiseDev Julie Luchetta, reporter with Boise State Public Radio News Kevin Richert, Senior Reporter and Blogger with Idaho Education News Ian Max Stevenson with the Idaho Statesman
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In the early hours of June 30, 1987, Boise resident Clinton Sparks was awoken by someone pounding frantically on his storm door. A moment later, Sparks heard a loud scream in the distance, and he went inside to call 911.Although he didn't know it at the time, what Clinton Sparks heard was the last desperate cry of twenty-one-year-old Preston Murr, Two of Murr's associates, Daniel Rodgers and Daron Cox, were arrested and tried and convicted for the murder.The trial and conviction should have been where the story ended, but for the house on Linden Street where the murder occurred, it was only the beginning. Since Murr's tragic death more than thirty-five years ago, the house has become a source of local legends, with claims ranging from the appearance of ghostly apparitions to blood inexplicably dripping down the walls. As a result, Boise's “Murder Mansion” has become known as one of the most haunted houses in America.Thank you to the Incredible Dave White of Bring Me the Axe Podcast for research and Writing support!!ReferencesEnsunsa, David. 1987. "Boisean held on drug charges has prison record." Idaho Statesman , July 2: 1.—. 1987. "Murder suspect cared for foster teens." Idaho Statesman, July 8: 1.—. 1987. "Sister says Rodgers, slaying victim fought over drugs, money." Idaho Statesman, July 8: 1.Fiorentino, Alyssa. 2022. The True Story of the Boise Murder House Is Straight Out of a Horror Movie.September 7. Accessed September 7, 2024. https://www.housebeautiful.com/lifestyle/a41059891/boise-murder-house/.Heart, Michelle. 2021. 7 chillding and real stories from Boise's infamous murder house. September 15. Accessed September 06, 2024. https://liteonline.com/7-chilling-and-real-stories-from-boises-infamous-murder-house/.—. 2024. Dare to enter? Boise's fascinating Murder House will open for public tours soon. May 23. Accessed September 7, 2024. https://liteonline.com/murder-house-tours/.—. 2017. Nightmare on my street: Boise's Murder House. October 5. Accessed September 5, 2024. https://liteonline.com/nightmare-on-my-street-boises-murder-house-video-2/.Idaho Statesman. 1988. "Fingerprints tied to murder victim." Idaho Statesman, March 10: 7.KBOI News. 2012. The Murder House: Is site of decades-old murder haunted? June 27. Accessed September 6, 2024. https://bakersfieldnow.com/news/nation-world/the-murder-house-is-site-of-decades-old-murder-haunted-11-17-2015.Lamay, Colleen. 1988. "Court told gun bore Rodgers' prints." Idaho Statesman, March 15: 10.McFarland, Kelsey. 2016. Murder house: Is site of decades old crime scene haunted. October 27. Accessed September 6, 2024. https://idahonews.com/news/local/murder-house-is-site-of-decades-old-crime-scene-haunted.Peterson, Anne, and Julie Stutts. 1987. "Police discover blood on street in southeast Boise." Idaho Statesman, July 1: 26.Pewitt, Jana. 1988. "Deal frees Cox of murder charge." Idaho Statesman, March 22: 13.—. 1988. "Nampa man says he found body parts." Idaho Statesman, March 11: 19.—. 1987. "Police: disposal of body recounted." Idaho Statesman, September 5: 15.—. 1988. "Rodgers' lawyer asks for mistrial." Idaho Statesman, March 8: 7.—. 1988. "Rodgers says blood sickens him." Idaho Statesman, March 18: 21.—. 1987. "Screams prompted call to police." Idaho Statesman, September 4: 9.—. 1988. "Crime lab expert testifies bullet in skull belonged to Rodgers' gun." Idahome Statesman, March 17: 19.Romine, Dannye. 1989. "She led two lives." Parade Magazine, June 25: 4-6.State of Idaho v. Daniel Rodgers. 1990. 17785 (Court of Appeals of Idaho, November 13).Stutts, Julie. 1987. "Ada to suspend 2 dispatchers over call." Idaho Statesman, July 16: 1.Stutts, Julie, and Jana Pewitt. 1988. "Verdict: Rodgers guilty of murder, dismemberment ." Idaho Statesman, March 19: 1.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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