Alice LaCour

Alice LaCour is co-host of the weekly true crime podcasts "The Prosecutors" and "The Prosecutors: Legal Briefs."

A screenshot of a Facebook campaign video of Arkansas dad, Aaron Spencer.

Opinion

January 24, 2026

THE PROSECUTORS: Arkansas father caught in legal nightmare for saving daughter from monster

Arkansas father Aaron Spencer faces murder charges after rescuing his daughter from alleged rapist. Judge removed from case after serious violations.

Alex Murdaugh is brought out into the courtroom during a jury-tampering hearing at the Richland County Judicial Center

Opinion

January 6, 2025

True crime in 2024 showed justice can triumph over drama

True crime cases dominated the news in 2024, including high-profile murder trials. Defendants like Murdaugh, Syed and Allen gave Americans a better look at the justice system.

Hae Min Lee

Opinion

September 22, 2024

Murder podcast, desperate prosecutor overrule 25 years of justice

The 'Serial' podcast investigated a murder case from 1999 and set in motion a series of events that still aren't resolved. And who speaks for the victim and her family?

Chicago police cars with their lights on respond to a suspected carjacking and shooting

Opinion

May 24, 2024

The dark side of true crime

Thoughtful true crime creators can build a loyal and large listener base, but for some, resisting the siren song of shock journalism and quick audience growth is too enticing to ignore.