In Menendez Brothers Case, a Reckoning With the 1990s

As a court reviewed the Menendez murder case, the culture and politics of the 1990s were scrutinized almost as much as the horrific crime.

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Menendez Brothers’ Resentencing Hearing Is Set for Next Week

The long-awaited hearing on whether Lyle and Erik Menendez should be eligible for release will take place May 13 and 14 in Los Angeles.

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As the Menendez Brothers Seek Freedom, Will Their Good Behavior in Prison Help?

More than 35 years after they killed their parents in Beverly Hills, Lyle and Erik Menendez are closer than ever to freedom. Meditation classes, mural painting and mentorship may help.

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L.A. Prosecutor Says He Opposes Releasing the Menendez Brothers

Erik and Lyle Menendez still have paths to freedom. But the new district attorney is trying to roll back an effort by his predecessor to ease their punishment for killing their parents.

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New L.A. Prosecutor Approaches Menendez Brothers’ Appeal With Skepticism

Lyle and Erik Menendez have pursued multiple legal avenues to be released after serving more than 30 years in prison for killing their parents.

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L.A. Prosecutor Vows Severe Penalties for Looting and Scams Amid Wildfires

The recently elected district attorney of Los Angeles, Nathan Hochman, signals that crime fighting will be key to the region’s resurgence from the devastating wildfires.

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