Erin Patterson seeks to overturn death-cap lunch murder convictions
Erin Patterson is appealing three murder convictions in Australia related to a lunch that allegedly involved death-cap mushrooms, in a bid to overturn the verdicts.
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Patterson appeals mushroom-murder conviction in fresh court bid
Australian authorities are hearing Erin Patterson’s appeal of her life sentence for murdering three relatives with death-cap mushrooms, arguing trial flaws, prejudicial evidence, and a jury-deliberation irregularity; prosecutors are challenging the 33-year parole window, and the Court of Appeal could order a retrial or impose a harsher sentence, with a ruling expected in coming months.
Hodgkinson advances to European 800m final as Werro survives fall after appeal
Keely Hodgkinson qualified for the women's 800m final at the European Athletics Championships by winning the second semi in 1:57.38, while Audrey Werro recovered from a dramatic fall in the first semi and advanced after a successful appeal that footage suggested involved Anais Bourgoin's contact with Werro's foot; Hodgkinson said she hoped Werro would be in the final, setting up a highly anticipated showdown.
Trump appeals ruling that his IRS lawsuit was a manipulative move
Trump has appealed a federal judge’s finding that his 10 billion lawsuit against the IRS and Treasury was brought to manipulate the judicial process, part of a settlement that included a 1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund; the ruling sanctioned several DOJ officials and highlighted the leaked tax records that sparked the dispute, as Republicans pressure changes to the fund before advancing an attorney general nomination.
Kohberger seeks post-conviction relief to challenge Idaho murders plea
Bryan Kohberger has filed a petition for post-conviction relief in Ada County to challenge his guilty plea and four life sentences for the 2022 University of Idaho killings, representing himself and arguing innocence and flaws in the plea process; prosecutors cited DNA on a knife sheath and cell-phone data linking him to the case, while families criticise his renewed innocence claims and the Idaho attorney general says justice will proceed.
Karmelo Anthony appeals murder conviction, citing trial access limits and alleged judge bias
Attorneys for Karmelo Anthony filed an appeal seeking a new trial, alleging trial-access restrictions, an unwritten agreement to exclude certain evidence, and bias from a judge’s post-trial comments; they also request the judge’s recusal. The case concerns a 2025 fatal stabbing at a Frisco, Texas track meet, with Anthony (19 at filing; 17 at the time) convicted of murder after admitting to the stabbing but claiming self-defense, while prosecutors maintain the verdict was fair. The defense team is a high-profile pro bono group amid national attention tied to race.
Pereira weighs legal routes after controversial Freedom 250 loss
Alex Pereira is weighing legal options to challenge his UFC Freedom 250 loss to Ciryl Gane, citing questionable officiating and shots to the back of the head he argues the referee failed to properly regulate. Pereira criticized Herb Dean’s handling and suggested he should not referee his fights again, while his team says they are exploring all grounds for an appeal. He stresses health and safety concerns and warns about long-term risks, keeping the door open to future fights or retirement.
Appeal Rejected: SBF’s 25-Year Fraud Sentence Stands
A federal appeals court rejected Sam Bankman-Fried’s bid to overturn his fraud conviction and 25-year prison sentence, leaving the sentence intact.
NH Court Throws Out Adam Montgomery Murder Conviction, Keeps Other Charges
The New Hampshire Supreme Court reversed Adam Montgomery’s second-degree murder conviction in Harmony Montgomery’s death, ruling the trial improperly joined the murder charge with the separate assault charge and highlighting stronger evidence for the July 2019 assault than for the December 2019 murder. The court left intact the other convictions (assault, abuse of a corpse, falsifying physical evidence, witness tampering), and Montgomery will remain imprisoned for those convictions. A parallel wrongful-death suit by Harmony’s mother was also decided in her favor earlier this week.
Frisco track meet murder case heads to appellate review after 35-year sentence
Karmelo Anthony filed a Notice of Appeal less than 24 hours after a Collin County jury convicted him of murder in the fatal Frisco track meet stabbing of Austin Metcalf and sentenced him to 35 years in prison. The appellate effort is expected to focus on trial procedures and evidentiary issues rather than the jury’s verdict, with the case moving to the 5th District Court of Appeals as documents and transcripts are prepared; Anthony has been transferred to a Texas Department of Criminal Justice facility following sentencing.
Frisco murder verdict fuels division and calls for appeal in Collin County
The murder conviction of a 19-year-old in Frisco drew strong reactions across Collin County: some said the verdict was justice, while others mourned the outcome and feared broader division; supporters pledged an appeal, tensions flared in the courthouse parking lot, and law enforcement intervened as community members debated the case.
NCAA appeals Sorsby eligibility ruling in fast-track case
The NCAA filed an accelerated appeal to Texas’ Seventh District Court challenging the ruling that reinstated Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby after he admitted betting on college games; a final decision is expected by June 22 to align with NFL supplemental-draft timing, and the sparse four-page ruling could help the appeals court overturn it. Sorsby has already received a two-game suspension amid public outcry over gambling by a player on a college roster.
British couple jailed in Iran lose appeal amid claims hearing barred
A British couple jailed in Iran on espionage charges have lost their appeal; their family says they were barred from attending the hearing, are reportedly on hunger strikes in Tehran’s Evin prison, and the UK government says it is continuing efforts to secure their release.
Saints Challenge 'Disproportionate' Playoff Sanction
Southampton have appealed their removal from the Championship play-offs and a four-point deduction, arguing the sanction is manifestly disproportionate to any previous English football punishment, after Middlesbrough were reinstated to face Hull City in the final; the appeal будет heard by an independent arbitration panel.
Disputed taunt call costs Mallard Creek track title, school appeals
Mallard Creek High School’s boys track team looked set to win the state title in the 4x400 relay, but senior Nyan Brown was disqualified for unsportsmanlike behavior after finishing, costing them the championship. Coaches and administrators say Brown was never warned and have filed an appeal with the NCHSAA and an independent board; Mallard Creek finished second, while the girls’ team won their first outdoor state title.