Hearst, Patricia

Reg Murphy, Newspaper Editor Whose Kidnapping Riveted the U.S., Dies at 90

He made his mark on newspapers in Atlanta, San Francisco and Baltimore, but may be best known for having been abducted in Atlanta in 1974.

By Sam Roberts

Associated Press Decisions and Verdicts Deutsch, Linda (1943-2024) Hearst, Patricia Jackson, Michael Los Angeles (Calif) Manson, Charles Murders, Attempted Murders and Homicides News and News Media Simpson, O J

Samples of Linda Deutsch’s Reporting on 50 Years of Sensational Trials

Covering some of America’s most sensational trials, she produced urgent, pithy “ledes” in the best tradition of wire-service reporting. Here’s a sampler.

By Trip Gabriel

Documentary Films and Programs Hearst, Patricia Mommy Dead and Dearest (Movie) Murdaugh Murders: A Southern Scandal (TV Program) Murders, Attempted Murders and Homicides Podcasts

The Best True Crime to Stream: Family Matters

Four picks from television, films and podcasts that show blood is not always thicker than water.

By Maya Salam