Forensic PsychologyAug 6, 2026
Lawyers request psych evaluation in Flint Township dog hoarding case
A man charged with animal cruelty could soon face an independent psychological evaluation.
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Forensic PsychologyAug 5, 2026
Forensic psychologist from Chester praised for research
Libby Nielson, 21, from Chester, has earned praise from the University of Chester for her outstanding academic performance and contributions to student life. She will graduate later this year with a ...
Forensic PsychologyAug 5, 2026
Bryan Kohberger's post-conviction relief bid enabled by flawed plea deal, psychologist argues
A forensic psychologist says prosecutors made a critical error by not requiring Bryan Kohberger to fully explain the Idaho student murders in his deal.
Forensic PsychologyAug 5, 2026
Forensic psychologist: why Lindsay Clancy’s case should never have gone to trial
Why is a forensic psychologist calling the prosecution a "witch hunt"? As the Lindsay Clancy murder trial continues in Massachusetts, the ...
Forensic PsychologyAug 5, 2026
Ohio 'House of Horrors' grandma asks judge to release her from jail, grant mental competency evaluation
The Ohio grandmother charged in the shocking “House of Horrors” child endangerment case that saw 16 children removed from a garbage-filled residence is asking a judge to release her from jail and ...
Forensic PsychologyAug 5, 2026
‘You stabbed me!’: New court details emerge in Pierce County killing
The court will evaluate whether the suspect needs to undergo a mental health evaluation before standing trial, a spokesperson told The News Tribune on Tuesday.
Forensic PsychologyAug 4, 2026
Ohio 'House of Horrors' mom requests mental competency evaluation
The court filing also seeks and evaluation for a possible insanity defense if she if found competent.
Forensic PsychologyAug 4, 2026
Motion filed Tuesday seeks mental health evaluation in Ohio child endangering case
HAMDEN, Ohio (WSYX) — Attorneys for Elizabeth Siders have filed a motion asking a Vinton County judge to order a mental health ...
Forensic PsychologyAug 4, 2026
Surviving Moral Injury in Law Enforcement
Many officers who experienced trauma in uniform are told to jump right back into the game. Yet that is not always the best idea.
Forensic PsychologyAug 4, 2026
Forensic psychologist says two ransom notes in Nancy Guthrie case may point to different writers
The Nancy Guthrie investigation has entered its sixth month in Arizona, and a forensic psychologist now believes the two ransom notes at the heart of the case were written by different people. Two ...
Forensic PsychologyAug 2, 2026
Forensic psychologist explains why America seems to have the most serial killers
A forensic psychologist explains why America leads the world in documented serial killers - and why the answer involves culture, Hollywood The post Forensic Psychologist Explains Why America Seems to ...
Forensic PsychologyJul 31, 2026
Supreme Court rules on challenge to prosecution requiring psych exam for man who murdered at age 15
As a convicted killer faces the possibility of a reduced sentence for the crime he committed when he was a teenager 39 years ago, the Michigan Supreme Court has ruled that he can be compelled to ...
Forensic PsychologyJul 31, 2026
Elijah Bieniemy, son of Chiefs coach, to undergo competency evaluation after shooting
The first court proceedings following the shooting of the wife of Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy took place this week.
Forensic PsychologyJul 30, 2026
Son of Chiefs coach to undergo competency evaluation after allegedly shooting mother
Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy’s adult son, who allegedly shot his mother at their Virginia home earlier this week, will undergo a competency evaluation to determine whether he ...
Forensic PsychologyJul 30, 2026
Chiefs coordinator Eric Bieniemy's son won't face court until mental health evaluation after shooting mother
Elijah Bieniemy's public defender argues he suffers from significant mental health issues after allegedly shooting his mother Mia at their Ashburn home.
Forensic PsychologyJul 30, 2026
Competency evaluations ordered for more defendants in Vinton Co. child endangerment case
A Vinton County judge has ordered mental competency evaluations for two more family members accused of keeping 16 children in conditions authorities say were worse than livestock.
Forensic PsychologyJul 30, 2026
New Filings Reveal Competency Evaluations, Bond Request and Fresh Details in Ohio ‘House of Horrors’ Case
The 36-year-old father and now 67-year-old grandmother accused in Ohio’s media dubbed “House of Horrors” case will undergo ...
Forensic PsychologyJul 30, 2026
Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy’s son Elijah to undergo competency evaluation after shooting mom
At a brief hearing on Thursday, July 30, 2026, Eric Bieniemy's son, Elijah, was granted the ability to undergo a competency evaluation after shooting the Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator's ...
Forensic PsychologyJul 30, 2026
Competency evaluation granted for son of Chiefs coordinator Eric Bieniemy after allegedly shooting mother
The son of Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy will undergo a competency evaluation after he was charged in connection with his mother's shooting.
Forensic PsychologyJul 30, 2026
Eric Bieniemy’s son to undergo competency evaluation, judge decides
Elijah Bieniemy, who is charged with shooting his mother, “does not appear able to assist in his own defense," his attorney said.
Forensic PsychologyJul 30, 2026
Eric Bieniemy's son charged in mom's shooting to get mental evaluation
Elijah Bieniemy, the son of Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy, was arrested July 27 on charges related alleged shooting of his mother, Mia.
Forensic PsychologyJul 30, 2026
Motion for competency evaluation granted for Eric Bieniemy’s son in mother’s shooting
A Loudoun County judge on Thursday granted a motion for a competency evaluation for Elijah Zion Bieniemy, the son of former Washington Commanders coach Eric Bieniemy, who is facing charges in the ...
Forensic PsychologyJul 29, 2026
Eric Bieniemy's son charged in mom's shooting to get 'mental evaluation,' court record shows
Elijah Bieniemy, the son of Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy, was arrested July 27 on charges related alleged shooting of his mother, Mia.
Forensic PsychologyJul 29, 2026
Bournemouth University signs new agreement with Bournemouth and Poole College
Bournemouth University signs agreement with Bournemouth and Poole College to benefit local students entering degree courses ...
Forensic PsychologyJul 29, 2026
Scientists find a simple way to stop cavities without drilling
A liquid brushed onto cavities in seconds may spare many young children from pain, infection, and surgery. A major U.S. trial found that silver diamine fluoride stopped decay in more than half of treated baby teeth. The…
Forensic PsychologyJul 29, 2026
Forensic psychologist: Inside the mind of killer dad Chris Watts
To the outside world, the Watts family had a picture-perfect, all-American life. So when Chris Watts murdered his entire family in August 2018, their friends, loved ones and the nation were stunned.
Forensic PsychologyJul 28, 2026
Murder suspect seeks 2nd mental health evaluation, court seals report
Murder suspect Gregory Arthur Romero on Tuesday pushed for a second mental health evaluation, prompting Superior Court Judge ...
Forensic PsychologyJul 28, 2026
Another competency evaluation requested in Vinton County child endangerment case. This time for the grandmother
A third member of a Vinton County family accused of keeping 16 children in horrific living conditions is now seeking a competency evaluation.
Forensic PsychologyJul 28, 2026
Forensic psychologist says new McConnell photo is littered with 'red flags'
Sen. Mitch McConnell's this week released another photo claiming to show him on the road to recovery, but according to one professional psychologist, the photo is still littered with "red flags" that ...
Forensic PsychologyJul 28, 2026
Stephenson County forms team to prevent lethal violence
Stephenson County launched a new team to review high risk domestic violence cases and prevent lethal assaults.