Murder in Illinois

2:29

Introducing: Monster BTK - Official Trailer

Murder in Illinois ·

2025/01/16

Hi, Murder in Illinois listeners! iHeartPodcasts and Tenderfoot have teamed up for the next installment of the hit Monster franchise, Monster: BTK, hosted by Susan Peters! Monster: BTK reveals the true story of the BTK Killer, who murdered at least 10 people in Wichita, Kansas between 1974 and 1991. The BTK's notoriety was bolstered by his taunting letters to police and phone calls to the media. BTK's identity was finally revealed in 2005 to the shock of his family, his community, and the world

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38:12

3. The Timeline

Murder in Illinois ·

2025/01/09

Bob and Lauren connect in Marion, Illinois for Julia Bevely’s sentencing. Through a jailhouse visit with Bevely- and interviews with her family- a narrative emerges that is at odds with key elements of the prosecution theory in terms of the murder and the woman convicted of having committed it. Email us with thoughts, suggestions or tips at investigatingmurder@iheartmedia.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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36:43

2. The Arrest

Murder in Illinois ·

2025/01/02

Just days after the murder, the Williamson County State’s Attorney announced the death of Jade Beasley- and the arrest of Julia Bevely- in the same press conference. He claimed a thorough investigation had already been conducted, but glaring questions remain to this day. Email us with thoughts, suggestions or tips at investigatingmurder@iheartmedia.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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39:11

1. The Case

Murder in Illinois ·

2025/01/02

On December 5th of 2020, a blended family was ripped apart when police responded to a 911 call placed from a rural area in Marion, Illinois. At the scene, they would find an 11-year-old girl, brutally murdered and her hysterical 32-year old stepmother. Email us with thoughts, suggestions or tips at investigatingmurder@iheartmedia.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:03

Introducing: Murder on Songbird Road

Murder in Illinois ·

2024/12/26

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3:03

Introducing: Murder on Songbird Road

Murder in Illinois ·

2024/12/26

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32:22

Case #25: Trent (Pt. 2)

Murder in Illinois ·

2024/12/24

Just when Trent starts to believe the worst is behind him, an unexpected twist turns his world upside down. He’s forced to confront new challenges that test his resilience and make decisions that could change the course of life for him and his family forever. We want to hear from you! Share your own medical mystery or tell us about the episode you connected with the most at Symptomatic@iheartmedia.com or drop us a voice note at https://www.speakpipe.com/symptomatic. DISCLAIMER: By submitting

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1:52

UPDATE: Chris Vaughn talks to Jason Flom and Lauren...

Murder in Illinois ·

2024/08/24

For the first time, Chris Vaughn is breaking his silence - hear him tell his harrowing story in his own words to Jason Flom and Lauren Bright Pacheco on Episode #470 of Wrongful Conviction. Listen here: https://link.chtbl.com/5CpQO-g9 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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2:47

Introducing: "Murder in Miami"

Murder in Illinois ·

2023/01/19

In the 1980s crime journalist Phil Stanford dove into the decadent and dangerous world of Miami just as the city was becoming the cocaine- and murder- capital of the United States. His path would place him in the crosshairs of a federal investigation focusing on a mysterious and controversial drug smuggling pilot who claimed to be an operative of the American government- all while flaunting his extensive illicit activity. Murder in Miami traces the connection between the murder of a missing Miami

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2:47

Introducing: "Murder in Miami"

Murder in Illinois ·

2023/01/12

In the 1980s crime journalist Phil Stanford dove into the decadent and dangerous world of Miami just as the city was becoming the cocaine- and murder- capital of the United States. His path would place him in the crosshairs of a federal investigation focusing on a mysterious and controversial drug smuggling pilot who claimed to be an operative of the American government- all while flaunting his extensive illicit activity. Murder in Miami traces the connection between the murder of a missing Miami

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38:53

Resolve - MII E12

Murder in Illinois ·

2021/09/23

The final episode of Murder in Illinois summarizes the case against Christopher Vaughn, the new evidence uncovered in the podcast, updates his legal status and revisits those involved for their final thoughts.Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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48:36

Reconstruction - MII E11

Murder in Illinois ·

2021/09/16

Lauren Bright Pacheco finally meets Chris Vaughn in person before Bill Clutter mounts an ambitious crime scene reconstruction. Crime Scene Technician Katie Hartman strenuously tests the scenarios put forth by both the prosecution and defense before weighing in with her thoughts on what took place June 14th, 2007. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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46:25

Re-evaluation - MII E10

Murder in Illinois ·

2021/09/09

Chris Vaughn possibly lands significant support when social justice activist and host of the Wrongful Convictions podcast, Jason Flom, agrees to look into his case. Bill Clutter also uncovers a troubling aspect to the timeline and testimony that secured Vaughn’s indictment in 2007. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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41:08

Writings - MII E9

Murder in Illinois ·

2021/09/02

Written words have played a variety of roles throughout the history of this tragedy. They’ve been used to insinuate, accuse and incriminate but they also offer insight and revelations potentially resulting in new evidence. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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47:06

Reexamination - MII E8

Murder in Illinois ·

2021/08/26

Fourteen years after Christopher Vaughn was sentenced to four consecutive life terms for the murders of his wife and three children we revisit the evidence that led to his conviction. In this episode we’ll break down the circumstantial and forensic evidence that possibly led to a conviction based on what could be emotional and confirmation bias. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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44:57

The Trial - MII E7

Murder in Illinois ·

2021/08/19

In August of 2012, five years after his arrest before his family’s funeral in June 2007, Christopher Vaughn’s murder trail began. The Will County State’s Attorney’s office originally sought the death penalty, which has since been abolished in Illinois. As a result, Vaughn’s original defense was dismantled and he headed to court represented by a public defender. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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41:23

Initial Defense - MII E6

Murder in Illinois ·

2021/08/12

As Vaughn faces the death penalty, his initial defense team is faced with increasingly negative optics and overcoming significant gaps in Chris’s recollection of the killings. Four years into mounting a case for Vaughn’s innocence, their efforts are rendered useless. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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45:38

The Arrest - MII E5

Murder in Illinois ·

2021/08/05

As Christopher Vaughn prepares to bury his wife and three children, handcuffs are placed on his wrists. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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41:23

Devastation - MII E4

Murder in Illinois ·

2021/07/29

Gail receives an unfathomable call as news of the horrific family massacre dominates the media. Chris Vaughn is interrogated, while still in a hospital gown, within hours of the killings. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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43:21

Family Dynamics - MII E3

Murder in Illinois ·

2021/07/22

As a young couple Kimberly and Christopher struggle with financial insecurity, the pressures of parenting and the growing dysfunction between their two families. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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