The Murder Diaries

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MURDERED: Jessica Alva Jul 09, 2026

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Early in the morning on April 2nd, 2019, a 911 call was placed from a San Francisco apartment. When responders arrived, they found 35-year-old Jessica Alva in serious condition. They were told by her boyfriend that he’d found her hanging and that she’d attempted suicide. Four days later, with her mother and siblings by her side, Jessica died in the hospital. Investigators ruled her death a suicide and closed the case. Her family feels that there is plenty of evidence to support that Jessica was murdered by her boyfriend. They have continued to advocate for Jessica, and for other MMIW, and refuse to accept that Jessica chose to end her life. This is her story.

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DOCUFILES: The Most Hated Man on The Internet Jul 07, 2026

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Long before conversations about revenge porn and online privacy entered the mainstream, one man turned humiliation into a business. The Most Hated Man on the Internet is a disturbing exploration of exploitation, internet culture, and the determined family that refused to let him hide behind a computer screen.

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TRAGIC HOLLYWOOD: Naya Rivera Jul 06, 2026

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Naya Rivera was one of Glee's brightest stars, celebrated for her talent, wit, and groundbreaking portrayal of Santana Lopez. Her story is a heartbreaking look at resilience, motherhood, and the tragic accident that transformed her from a beloved actress into a symbol of extraordinary selflessness.

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MURDERED: Brandy Hutchins Jul 02, 2026

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A pregnant girl is found murdered in the crawl space of an abandoned house—a place known for devil worship. 36 years later, Brandy Hutchins’ family is still waiting for justice.

Anyone with information about the murder of Brandy Hutchins can call the Johnson County Sheriff’s Crime Tips hotline at 479-705-8477

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Original Air Date: 11/13/24

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Glitter Blast by Kevin MacLeod

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DOCUFILES: Maternal Instinct Jun 30, 2026

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Maternal Instinct examines the horrifying case of a Texas woman whose fabricated pregnancy spiraled into an unthinkable act of violence. It's a disturbing exploration of obsession, manipulation, and the lengths one person was willing to go to make a lie appear real.

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TRAGIC HOLLYWOOD: Cory Monteith Jun 29, 2026

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Cory Monteith captured hearts as Finn Hudson on Glee, becoming one of the biggest breakout stars of the early 2010s. But behind the fame was a quiet, lifelong struggle with substance abuse, making his story a tragic reminder that addiction doesn't discriminate, no matter how successful someone appears to be.

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MURDERED: Oakey "Al" Kite Jun 25, 2026

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On May 24th, 2004, Oakey “Al” Kite missed work without notifying anyone at the office—something he’d never done before. Known as “Al” by everyone he knew, he was punctual to a fault. When co-workers and police went to his Aurora, Colorado, townhome to check in on him, what they found was like something out of a horror movie. Al had been brutally beaten and tortured, and the killer had nearly decapitated him with one final, fatal slash of his throat. Was this some random thrill kill, or was this crime tied to something more calculated and sinister? More importantly, who would want to do this to a person as friendly and well-liked as Al Kite?

If you or someone you know have information about Al’s case, call the Metropolitan Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-7867, or your local FBI office. There is a $2,000 reward for information that leads to the arrest of Al Kite’s killer.

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DOCUFILES: The Price of Glee Jun 23, 2026

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The Price of Glee explores the tragedies, scandals, and behind-the-scenes struggles that left many fans questioning what was really happening off camera.

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TRAGIC HOLLYWOOD: Karen Carpenter Jun 22, 2026

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Karen Carpenter had one of the most recognizable voices of the 1970s, but behind the success was a private battle few people truly understood. Her story is a heartbreaking look at fame, perfectionism, and the devastating toll of an illness that changed the conversation around eating disorders forever.

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MURDERED: Corryn Veronica Ann Rayney Jun 18, 2026

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On the evening of August 7th, 2007, 44-year-old West Australian Supreme Court Registrar Corryn Rayney left her boot scooting class to head home. She was meeting her husband to discuss terms of their separation and custody of their two daughters. Devastatingly, Corryn was murdered that night, her body buried upside down in a grave in nearby Kings Park. Police named only one suspect: her husband, prominent barrister Lloyd Rayney. Five years after Corryn’s body was recovered, Lloyd went to trial for her murder. He was found not guilty, but that didn’t change her family’s firm belief that he was involved. They continue to fight for justice for Corryn.

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Walking with the Dead by Maia Wynne

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