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ABC News
04-07-2025
- ABC News
Bryan Kohberger killed four Idaho college students — we may never find out why
After two agonising years of court hearings, headlines and documentaries, Bryan Kohberger has admitted to the 'wilful, unlawful, deliberate' murder of four US college students inside their Idaho home. Sitting expressionless in an Idaho courtroom, he admitted to circling the neighbourhood in the early hours of the morning on November 13, 2022. He admitted to entering the off-campus residence at 1122 King Road, Moscow, at 4.05am. He admitted to killing Madison Mogen and Kaylee Goncalves, both 21 years old, in a third-floor bedroom. He admitted to then going downstairs and stabbing Xana Kernodle and Ethan Chapin, both 20 years old. He admitted to leaving through the sliding kitchen door and driving away at speed through the back roads of Moscow, leaving two surviving roommates terrified and hiding in the home. He admitted to going back to his apartment and taking a selfie of himself giving a thumbs up. He will never have to explain any of it. Before they were living together at the University of Idaho, Kaylee Goncalves and Madison Mogen were lifelong best friends. Kaylee, the 'tough and fair' 21-year-old majoring in general studies, was just a month out from graduating. She was planning a trip to Europe. She had just bought a 2016 Range Rover. She was expecting to move to Texas after graduation. 'Kaylee was, is, and always will be our defender and protector,' her family said in a statement sent to local media. 'Kaylee was the ultimate go-getter and constantly wanted an adventure.' Madison, a marketing major, was working at a Greek restaurant in town, she had taken on a social media campaign for the business to bring in customers. She loved the colour pink and planned to move to Boise. According to her family, it was an 'understatement' to say she was loved by all. 'Maddie was known for her ability to make others smile and laugh with her offbeat and hilarious sense of humour,' they wrote. Madison and Kaylee had moved in with Xana Kernodle — all three were members of the same sorority. At her 2020 high school graduation, she had decorated a board with flower and butterfly cutouts, along with the words: 'For The Lives I Will Change'. She planned to launch a marketing business with her sister and 'best friend', Jazzmin. '[She] was one of the happiest, funniest people I've ever met,' Jazzmin Kernodle told CBS. 'She would have been my maid of honour, and I probably would have been hers.' Ethan Chapin, a lifelong athlete and lover of country music, was majoring in recreation, sport and tourism management. He had been friends with Xana before the pair began dating. On that last day in November, Ethan, one of a set of triplets, spent the last day with his siblings at a dance organised by his sister's sorority. 'They all spent their last day together, all dressed up, and had a great time,' his mother, Stacy Chapin, said in a statement. 'We're all thankful that they spent that time together.' At 4am on November 13, one of two surviving roommates in the King Road home opened her bedroom door. She had heard 'strange noises and crying'. She thought she heard someone say 'there's someone here', according to court documents. Frozen 'in shock' in the doorway, she said she watched as a man in black clothes and a ski mask walked down the hall towards the house's sliding glass door. She then closed the door and tried to call and text her roommates — but only one of the five others in the house answered. 'No-one is answering,' she wrote, in text messages released in court documents. 'I'm freaking out rn … Like he had soemtbinf [sic] over [his] head and little nd [sic] mouth. 'I'm not kidding o [sic] am so freaked out … My phone is going to die [expletive].' The other girl, from the ground floor bedroom, urged her: 'Come to my room'. 'Run … down here … it's better than being alone'. The two girls locked themselves in the bedroom and continued to try and contact Kaylee, Madison and Xana over the following hours. Finally, at 11.50am, they called friends for help, and found Xana Kernodle on the floor. 'And I just started bawling because I thought she had just like, I don't even know,' she told police. 'I thought maybe she was still just drunk and all asleep on the floor.' Kernodle and Chapin were found in a second-floor bedroom. The bodies of Goncalves and Mogen were discovered in a bedroom on the third floor. All four had been stabbed multiple times. The Latah County Coroner reported they had likely been asleep when attacked. It would be another month before police arrested their suspect — 28-year-old Bryan Kohberger. Bryan Kohberger had moved to Pullman, Washington, from Pennsylvania, pursuing a PhD in criminology at Washington State University. Posts in an online forum allegedly written by Kohberger described him feeling emotionless and detached from other people. 'As I hug my family, I look into their faces, I see nothing,' he wrote in forum posts seen by the New York Times, then aged 16. Less than two weeks before the killings, he had been called in to discuss troubling behaviour with members of the university faculty. Female students had reported he made them uncomfortable, including one who told a professor he had followed her to her car, according to the New York Times. Documents described 'altercations' with the professor he was assisting in the weeks before and after the killings. The university did not find him guilty of any wrongdoing, but he was ultimately removed from his teaching assistant position that December. A police affidavit revealed he had applied for an internship with a police department, but it was not confirmed whether his application was successful. Police said they linked DNA taken from a knife sheath found in Madison Mogen's bedroom to a Q-tip taken from the Kohberger's garbage in Pennsylvania. A car matching the description of his white Hyundai Elantra was seen driving in the area around the house and speeding away from the scene. His phone had been either turned off or switched to airplane mode at 2.47am on November 13, according to court documents. It would not connect to the network again until 4.48am. Kohberger's trial was set to begin next month. According to prosecutors, he had made multiple visits to the neighbourhood where the murders occurred. He had also, they said, planned to cover up the crime — including disposing of the knife, which has never been found. No link has been established between Kohberger and any of the four victims. Late last week, the prosecution announced Kohberger had agreed to plead guilty in order to avoid the death penalty. The move would mean avoiding a lengthy and potentially traumatic trial process. Kohberger also waived his right to appeal, and agreed to spent the rest of his life in prison without the possibility of parole. More than 900 days after the killings, the courtroom was silent as families of Kaylee, Madison, Xana and Ethan entered. The four families had been split on the deal. For the family of Kaylee Goncalves — who have been outspoken to media throughout the investigation — it meant the state was giving up on answers. 'This plea did not represent the victims' families,' the Goncalves family said in a statement. 'It represented an easy way out and no answers. 'Today was the day, the day for answers, the day to find out what happened, to find out really anything about what the defendant did that night and why he took the lives of four beautiful people.' Kaylee's father, Steve Goncalves, said outside court the prosecution had made a 'deal with the devil'. 'This is the opposite of our will,' Mr Goncalves told NewsNation, adding the families had not been consulted about the deal beforehand. But for others the deal represents the 'best possible outcome'. The Mogen family said via their attorney they were accepting of the agreement '100 per cent'. 'We now embark on a new path,' their attorney Leander James said. 'We turn from tragedy and mourning, we turn from the darkness and uncertainty of the legal process to the light of the future. 'We have closure. We embark on a path of hope and healing. We invite all of those who have mourned with us to join us, and we wish you well.' At times emotional, the judge and prosecution both detailed the facts of the case and the names of all four victims. Kohberger's parents sat behind him in the courtroom in tears. Bryan Kohberger showed no emotion. His sentencing hearing is scheduled for July 23. Both he and the victims' families will be allowed to address the court at that time.
CNN
01-07-2025
- Politics
- CNN
Vote-A-Rama Drama - CNN This Morning with Audie Cornish - Podcast on CNN Podcasts
CNN This Morning 49 mins It was another all-nighter for senators as they move forward on President Trump's Big Beautiful Bill. Does the GOP have the votes to pass it? Plus, families in Idaho are furious after a plea deal is offered to the man accused of killing four college students. And today, the president heads to the Everglades for the opening of Alligator Alcatraz. Is this remote facility the new blueprint for immigration crackdown?
Associated Press
30-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
PapersOwl New Survey Showcases How Non-Traditional Students Are Redefining the College Experience in 2025
Survey of 2,000 U.S. non-traditional students uncovers their top challenges, motivations, and the realities of balancing college with work, family, and financial pressure. United States, June 30, 2025 -- A new nationwide PapersOwl survey of 2,000 American non-traditional college students paints a clear picture: higher education is no longer just for teenagers fresh out of high school. Moreover, this growing group is reshaping higher education in 2025. The Rise of Non-Traditional Students Today's campuses are filled with adults balancing jobs, families, and long-held dreams of earning a degree — and they're transforming the future of learning. While the traditional image of a college student still lingers, the reality has shifted dramatically. Non-traditional students — those who return to school later in life, work while studying, or juggle caregiving responsibilities — now make up a significant portion of the student population. These students are not taking a linear path to graduation. More than half (51%) took time off before enrolling in college, while 28% returned after previously dropping out. A full third live more than five miles from campus, making the commute another part of the daily equation. Many are also first-generation college students (35%) or caring for dependents (33%) alongside their studies. 'These aren't outliers,' Oryna Shestakova, the Head of Communications at PapersOwl, notes. 'They are the new face of college.' Key findings from the survey include: The Effort Behind Every Class or What Fuels Their Determination The survey also highlights the extraordinary effort non-traditional students invest in their education. More than half (51%) manage full-time jobs while enrolled, and another 32% work part-time. A further 8% are self-employed or freelance. Balancing this with academic deadlines, family obligations, and financial constraints is no small feat. Their motivations reflect ambition and purpose. Beyond career advancement, students cited personal fulfillment (42%), gaining skills for their current role (39%), or even launching a business (25%). Others return to school to finish what they started or set an example for their children. The High Cost and Higher Strength of Non-Traditional Students Yet, these efforts come at a price. Students reported spending between $5,000 and $20,000 on their education, often while supporting a household. Childcare, fatigue, and emotional stress were common obstacles, particularly among the 59% of respondents raising children or caring for dependents. Despite this, non-traditional students bring powerful strengths to campus. Survey results showed high levels of critical thinking (50%), self-motivation (46%), time management (41%), and resilience (34%). Ms. Shestakova comments on this: 'The resilience and adaptability demonstrated by non-traditional students stem directly from their unique life experiences. This strength goes beyond academic skill—it reflects hard-earned abilities shaped by their distinctive journeys and personal growth.' As institutions adapt to serve this growing population, one thing is clear: non-traditional students aren't just fitting into the higher education system — they're transforming it. For a full report on non-traditional college students' ways to balance college and life, visit here. A Few Words About PapersOwl PapersOwl is a writing platform dedicated to empowering students with a variety of academic resources. It offers tools such as plagiarism checkers, thesis statement generators, personalized support, and professional writing and proofreading. PapersOwl is committed to helping students navigate their academic challenges with quality, originality, and timely delivery. Contact Info: Name: Oryna Shestakova Email: Send Email Organization: PapersOwl Website: Release ID: 89163435 In the event of detecting errors, concerns, or irregularities in the content shared in this press release that require attention or if there is a need for a press release takedown, we kindly request that you inform us promptly by contacting [email protected] (it is important to note that this email is the authorized channel for such matters, sending multiple emails to multiple addresses does not necessarily help expedite your request). Our dedicated team will promptly address your feedback within 8 hours and take necessary actions to resolve any identified issues diligently or guide you through the removal process. Providing accurate and dependable information is our utmost priority.
Daily Mail
23-06-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE Scientists make huge dementia breakthrough with everyday activity that may slow or even prevent disease
Listening to the radio or playing your favorite songs while you cook may bolster your memory and reduce your risk of dementia later in life, new research reveals. A team of scientists from Rice University in Texas and the University of California, , tested college students' memories by having them complete tasks while they weren't listening to music and then again when they were. Your browser does not support iframes.
CBS News
20-06-2025
- Politics
- CBS News
Americans fleeing Israel arrive in Tampa, greeted by Gov. DeSantis
Florida is helping Americans stranded in Israel get home. Gov. Ron DeSantis said evacuation flights are underway and so far the state has rescued more than 160 Americans. Early Friday morning, DeSantis was at Tampa International Airport to greet passengers on two rescue flights. The governor said the mission will continue. "The reality is that there will be more folks that are going to be rescued. This is an ongoing effort. I know that potentially there are some other states that want to get in the game at this point. The reality is that there is definitely a need for more. I know we helped get people out of Israel initially which is important, I don't know when Ben Gurion Airport is going to open again. It may not open for some time," he said. DeSantis said the state is leading the effort to get people home, especially college students from Florida who are stuck in israel. Americans stranded in Israel can fill out an emergency evacuation form from Grey Bull Rescue, a Tampa nonprofit that helps rescue citizens in conflict zones.
