Jane Velez-Mitchell

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

Death row cell would be like a coffin

Death row cell would be like a coffin

Jodi Arias said in an interview she would prefer death to life in prison. Now her defense team is not calling any witnesses to testify on her behalf in this last phase of her trial.  Jane Velez-Mitchell shows what a death row cell would be like and Dr. Drew weighs in on what he expects Jodi Arias to tell the jury. 

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

Is the Jodi Arias jury alienated?

Is the Jodi Arias jury alienated?

Court was delayed again in the Jodi Arias trial on Monday after the defense team asked for a mistrial.  When the motion for a mistrial was denied both Nurmi and Willmott asked to withdraw from that case.  That motion was also denied.  Jodi Arias will address the jury on Tuesday.  Jane Velez-Mitchell breaks down Monday's event with her panel of legal experts. 

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

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

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