Jane Velez-Mitchell

Jane Velez-Mitchell takes a stand on the biggest topics of the day that people across the country are buzzing about.

Will these mitigators save Jodi Arias' life?

Will these mitigators save Jodi Arias' life?

Jodi Arias was convicted of first-degree murder. The jury said she killed her ex-boyfriend Travis Alexander with extreme cruelty.  Now the only decision left is if Arias will be sentenced to life in prison or death.

On Thursday, defense attorney Kirk Nurmi outlined their argument for why Jodi Arias should NOT be sentenced to death.  According to Nurmi, there is a list of mitigating factors he wants the jury to consider.

Did Caryn Kelley kill her boyfriend?

Did Caryn Kelley kill her boyfriend?

Caryn Kelley is accused of killing her boyfriend, Phillip Peatross on July 27th, 2011 in her College Park, Florida home. Peatross died from a single gunshot wound to his face. But what exactly happened that night is unclear.

Here is what we know: Caryn Kelley placed a frantic call to 911 at 4:49 AM on the morning of July 27th. Police arrived at the scene and found Peatross dead on the floor of the bedroom. The gun used in the killing was near the victim’s body on the floor. There was blood on both Petross and Kelley. There was a pool of blood on the bed and blood spatter on the nightstand.  The wound on Peatross’ body was consistent with those of a close range gunshot.

Mom runs down daughter's alleged kidnapper

Mom runs down daughter's alleged kidnapper

A mother in Albuquerque chased down a man who allegedly attempted to kidnap her daughter, ramming her car into his and preventing him from driving off. 

According to HLN affiliate KOAT, police say David Jesus Hernandez got out of his car and grabbed a 4-year-old girl as she was walking her bicycle into her apartment complex. Hernandez then allegedly shoved her into his car, got in and drove off. According to KOAT, a group of teenagers saw it all happen and ran to find the girl's mother. 

Guarding Jodi Arias

Guarding Jodi Arias

Jane Velez-Mitchell gets a tour of Estrella Jail where Jodi Arias is held. She gets a good look at what kind of security surrounds Jodi and what it means to be on closed custody.

For complete coverage of the Jodi Arias trial, watch Jane Velez-Mitchell weeknights at 7 p.m. ET on HLN.

Look inside Jodi Arias' cell

Look inside Jodi Arias' cell

Jane Velez-Mitchell goes inside the jail that houses Jodi Arias and gets a look inside Jodi’s cell.

For complete coverage of the Jodi Arias trial, watch Jane Velez-Mitchell weeknights at 7 p.m. ET on HLN.

Jane reports live from Jodi Arias' jail

Jane reports live from Jodi Arias' jail

Jane Velez-Mitchell will be reporting live TONIGHT from Estrella Jail. And will get a look INSIDE Jodi's cell. Jodi Arias is in the final phase of her murder trial.  The jury has convicted her of First Degree Murder. They have decided that Jodi Arias killed Travis Alexander with extreme cruelty. Now the decision is life or death. The jury has to unanimously decide on whether to sentence Jodi Arias to the death penalty or to life in prison. Jane will have all of the latest from today's hearing and a look inside the jail that holds Jodi Arias.

For complete coverage of the Jodi Arias trial, watch Jane Velez-Mitchell weeknights at 7 p.m. ET on HLN.

Jodi's life now in the balance

Jodi's life now in the balance

The jury decided that the murder of Travis Alexander was extremely cruel.  That mean the death penalty is on the table for Jodi Arias.  The next phase will determine whether Jodi Arias is sentenced to death or life in prison.  That begins Thursday at 1:30 pm ET.

For complete coverage of the Jodi Arias trial, watch Jane Velez-Mitchell weeknights at 7 p.m. ET on HLN.

Pet of the Day: These pets need homes!

Pet of the Day: These pets need homes!

Each night, Jane Velez-Mitchell features her "Pet of the Day" on her show at 7 p.m. ET on HLN. Today, we have a special collection for Pet of the Day. These pets all need new homes. 

Jane Velez-Mitchell is teaming up with animal welfare expert Jane Garrison and adoptapet.com to try to find some amazing animals new and loving homes. You can find information on adopting each animal below. And you can always go to adoptapet.com to rescue an animal near you! If you save any of these animals, please send us a photo so we can post it on the website. Our email address is Jane@hlntv.com

Does Jodi Arias really want to die?

Does Jodi Arias really want to die?

Jodi Arias said she wants the Death Penalty.  But does she really? Or is it part of the martyr syndrome?

Jane Velez-Mitchell and her panel of legal experts debate whether Jodi is working with her attorneys or if she is going off on her own.  Will Jodi Arias insist on again taking the stand to speak to the jury?

Should Jodi Arias be in solitary?

Should Jodi Arias be in solitary?

Jodi Arias is being held in closed custody meaning she is in her cell by herself for 23 hours a day. She is given one hour each day to shower and walk outside of her cell.  Should Jodi be in solitary confinement?

Jane Velez-Mitchell debates it with her panel of legal experts.

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