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A co-ed was stabbed in the book stacks at the Penn State library. Five decades later, who killed her remains a question.
Betsy Aardsma was stabbed to death in the library at Penn State University in 1969. Decades later, her killer remains free and the case has gone cold.
Three children were all found raped and murdered in New York state, but that wasn't the only thing they had in common
Three children were killed the same way in the same area of New York in the 1970s. But was it one killer or more? Their cases became known as "The Alphabet Murders."
Corruption and brutality: here's how Whitey Bulger's reign of terror in the mob lasted for decades
White Bulger worked as both an FBI informant and the head of the mob in the Boston area. He escaped prosecution for decades thanks to his ties - but it didn't last forever.
Georgette Bauerdorf: The unsolved murder of a L.A. socialite
Georgette Bauderdorf was young and attractive and looking for a way into Hollywood when she was found dead in her L.A. apartment. Her killing is now a cold case.
Echoes of Salem: The story of the West Memphis Three and killing of a trio of boys
Three teens were accused of killing three boys in the woods in Arkansas. Allegations of Satan worship, police mistakes and intrigue fill the case known as the West Memphis Three
The tragic story of the death of JonBenet Ramsey and the other suspects police considered
JonBenet Ramsey was found murdered in her Colorado home 25 years ago. Here is part 3 of our series that looked at her case and the suspects.
The tragic story of the death of JonBenet Ramsey and the investigation into her killing
JonBenet Ramsey was found dead in her Colorado home 25 years ago. Her killing still gets attention and questions about who murdered the beauty pageant star.
Who was Elizabeth Short? The woman behind America's most famous unsolved case
The background and life of Elizabeth Short, who was killed in the Black Dahlia case. The story might be the most famous unsolved crime in American history.
George Hodel: Doctor. Genius. Serial Killer: The story of the main suspect in the Black Dahlia killing.
George Hodel was a doctor in Los Angeles but has long been considered a prime suspect in the killing of Elizabeth Short, also known as the Black Dahlia.
Forgotten Noir: Was a serial killer at work in 1940s LA responsible for the Black Dahlia killing?
The 1940s were a dangerous time in Los Angeles for attractive young women, with several showing up dead and their killer never arrested. Was a serial killer at work?
Eight Minutes that changed the world: The brutal Texas killing that led to the AMBER Alert system
Amber Hagerman was kidnapped and murdered in Texas in 1996. But, her killing helped spur the creation of the AMBER Alert system to help find abducted children.
An NBA player seemed to disappear from the earth. Is an African dictator to blame?
Former NBA player John Brisker seemed to vanish and has never been found. Is African Dictator Idi Amin to blame for the Detroit native's death?
The rise and fall of John Gotti part 2: The Teflon Don can't escape the law forever
John Gotti was a famous mobster in New York City, perhaps the most famous mafia member. Here is the story of his rise and fall in the world of organized crime.
The rise and fall of John Gotti part 1: Going from the boy in the Bronx to mafia Godfather
Death of a rebel: The slaying of Carolyn Wasilewski in Baltimore remains cold 60 years later.
Carolyn Wasilewski was found murdered in Baltimore, Maryland, in 1954. More than 60 years later, the case remains famous though leads have made it go cold.
Bodies kept piling up in the pacific northwest. Was it the work of one killer or a coincidence?
Cold case files: The Senseless killing of a New York City deli icon and no arrests years later
The Green Twig murder: The brutal slaying of Louise Springer in Los Angeles and the hunt for her killer
Louise Springer was a well-off hairdresser in Los Angeles before her murder in the 1940s. Her case is filled with plenty of suspects, but few answers.
Slaughter in the wilderness: The Lava Lake murders and the hunt for a killer
Here is the story of a triple homicide at Lava Lake in Oregon. All fingers point to one suspect, but why was he never charged with the murders?
BOSTON CHILD SEX SCANDAL: THE TRAGIC DEATH OF STARR FAITHFUL
Starr Faithfull was a socialite in the early 20th Century. But, allegations of child sex abuse and a life of drugs and sex sent her spiraling. Did it play a part in her death?
SEX, LIES AND VIDEOTAPE: THE LURID LIFE AND KILLING OF BOB CRANE
Bob Crane was known for his role on "Hogan's Heroes," but he was living a secret life steeped in sex. He was found murdered in his apartment, but who did remains a mystery.
THE TRIAL IN GEORGE FLOYD'S DEATH IS SET TO BEGIN IN MINNESOTA, HERE'S WHAT TO EXPECT
The trial for former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin and his role in the death of George Floyd is set to start in Minnesota. Here is a preview of the case.
WERE THE HORRIFIC 'ICE BOX MURDERS' LINKED TO THE ASSASSINATION OF JFK?
The 'Ice Box Murders' shocked and horryified Houston when they happened, but is the suspect tied to the killing of JFK? Here is a look at the crime that shocked Texas.
HOLLYWOOD DREAMS: THE MYSTERIOUS DISAPPEARANCE OF A YOUNG STARLET AND THE SEARCH TO FIND HER
Here is the story of how a young actress, Jean Spangler, went missing from Hollywood, the search to find her and the ties to Kirk Douglas.
AS BODIES PILED UP ON LONG ISLAND BEACHES, POLICE BELIEVED IT WAS A SERIAL KILLER'S WORK. A LOOK AT THE GILGO BEACH MURDERS.
More than 10 deaths on Long Island, New York might be the work of one, or multiple, serial killers. Here is a recap of the deaths, many of whom were prostitutes.
FPD INVESTIGATION: THE 'IMPOSSIBLE' LOCKED ROOM KILLING OF JOSEPH ELWELL
Described by the New York Times as a killing "among the most remarkable in the annals of crime in this country," the "impossible" murder of Joseph Elwell remains one of New York's biggest mysteries.
