A verdict in the Colorado dentist trial. An epidemic of teen violence in a Phoenix suburb. Plus, Ghislaine Maxwell and the Epstein files.
- Jul 31, 2025
- 25:59
- Full Episode
James Craig was accused of poisoning his wife Angela, and then trying to orchestrate a cover up from behind bars. A 16-year-old's death after a house party has created a sprawling -- and slow-moving -- legal case. Seven people were charged, some of whom police have reason to believe are part of a group called the Gilbert Goons. And the latest on recent interactions between the convicted sex trafficker -- who was Jeffrey Epstein's accomplice -- and the Department of Justice.
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Brief Summary
James Craig was found guilty of murdering his wife, while Preston Lord's murder case reveals ongoing teen violence in Arizona and Ghislaine Maxwell's updates.
Key points
- James Craig Found Guilty of Murder. The jury unanimously finds James Craig guilty of first-degree murder and other charges.
- Preston Lord's Tragic Death. The community grapples with the senseless violence that led to the death of 16-year-old Preston Lord.
- Ghislaine Maxwell's New Revelations. Ghislaine Maxwell speaks with federal prosecutors about her involvement in Epstein's crimes.
- Immunity and Arrest Details. Maxwell was reportedly given use immunity, complicating her legal situation.
- Ghislaine Maxwell's Credibility Issues. Federal prosecutors express concerns about Maxwell's truthfulness, especially regarding her perjury charges.
- Upcoming Dateline Episode. A story about a beloved teacher murdered in her own home will air this Friday.
Episode highlights
- James Craig Found Guilty of MurderThe jury unanimously finds James Craig guilty of first-degree murder and other charges.“We, the jury, unanimously and beyond a reasonable doubt, find the defendant, James Craig, guilty of murder in the first degree.”8:44Jul 31, 2025
- Preston Lord's Tragic DeathThe community grapples with the senseless violence that led to the death of 16-year-old Preston Lord.“The town of Gilbert, Arizona, used to be written about as one of the safest places to raise a family in the country.”10:53Jul 31, 2025
- Ghislaine Maxwell's New RevelationsGhislaine Maxwell speaks with federal prosecutors about her involvement in Epstein's crimes.“Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche sat down with her for nine hours of interviews.”18:18Jul 31, 2025
- Immunity and Arrest DetailsMaxwell was reportedly given use immunity, complicating her legal situation.“So basically for the purposes of what they asked her for, she had some immunity.”23:12Jul 31, 2025
- Ghislaine Maxwell's Credibility IssuesFederal prosecutors express concerns about Maxwell's truthfulness, especially regarding her perjury charges.“That is an understatement.”23:27Jul 31, 2025
- Upcoming Dateline EpisodeA story about a beloved teacher murdered in her own home will air this Friday.“Watch The Footprint at the Lake this Friday at 9, 8 central on NBC.”25:18Jul 31, 2025
