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The King Road Killings: An Idaho Murder Mystery

The King Road Killings: An Idaho Murder Mystery

ABC News 20 episodes Latest Apr 28, 2026

When four University of Idaho students were stabbed to death in their off-campus house on King Road, the media descended on the tiny town of Moscow, Idaho. ABC News Correspondent Kayna Whitworth brings listeners behind the scenes as she investigates the savage murders that captivated and horrified the nation in the winter of 2022. The King Road Killings, an immersive, reported series from ABC Audio, follows the case against Bryan Kohberger, the criminology PhD student charged with the murders. In the series, Whitworth takes a close look at why these students might have been targeted, how fear can grip a town when little information comes from law enforcement, and what happens when your community becomes the latest “true crime” storyline.

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Introducing "Blood and Water" Apr 28, 2026 180 Today, we're sharing something a little different. This is the first episode of the latest true crime podcast from 20/20 and ABC Audio, "Blood and Water." A woman fails to show up to work. When investigators are called to her home, they find a gruesome crime scene. To hear the rest of the series, follow "Blood and Water" on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠⁠⁠, or where
20/20: Idaho Justice Sep 6, 2025 5041 Today, we share an episode of '20/20' from our colleagues at ABC News, featuring new details uncovered about the crime, evidence and shocking guilty plea in the Idaho College murders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Facing the Murderer Jul 24, 2025 2129 On Wednesday, Bryan Kohberger was officially sentenced to life in prison for the brutal murders of Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle and Ethan Chapin. His hearing was a chance for their families and friends to deliver victim impact statements and confront Kohberger directly — they didn’t hold back.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Awaiting Closure Jul 22, 2025 2900 Convicted murderer Bryan Kohberger will be back in court July 23 for sentencing. As part of his plea deal, we already know what his sentence will likely be: he’ll spend the rest of his life in prison without the option of parole. But the hearing will give the victims’ families, friends – and Bryan Kohberger – the chance to speak in court. We look at what to expect from the sentencing, the new evid
Bryan Kohberger pleads guilty Jul 3, 2025 894 In a courtroom in Boise, Bryan Kohberger changed his plea to guilty. Kayna Whitworth was there as victims' families for the first time heard Kohberger admit to  murdering the four University of Idaho students in 2022. He will spend his life in prison and avoid the death penalty. Reaction from victims' families to the plea deal was mixed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com
The Crime Scene Weekly: New Details in Idaho Murders Case Mar 29, 2025 2272 New episodes of "The King Road Killings" are coming soon, but in the meantime, stay informed with a new show from ABC Audio: "The Crime Scene Weekly." Each week, "The Crime Scene Weekly" unpacks the latest headlines in true crime -- from grisly new stories to recent breakthroughs in older cases that are still unresolved. It's true crime in real time.  In this episode, host Brad Mielke speaks with
The 911 Call Mar 15, 2025 2108 The 911 call made hours after the murders is made public and the judge orders the release of documents that could prove key to the case: transcripts of the text messages between the surviving roommates. We’ll hear the 911 audio in its entirety.  The new judge says he wants more transparency from both sides in Bryan Kohberger’s case. Kayna Whitworth talks with ABC News contributors Julie Scott and
Kohberger's Trial Moves to Boise Sep 13, 2024 1189 The trial of Bryan Kohberger has a new judge, and a new location: Boise. An analysis of what these changes mean for the case.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Can Bryan Kohberger Get a Fair Trial in Moscow? Aug 31, 2024 2302 With his trial nine months away, Bryan Kohberger’s defense team tries to move the venue out of Moscow. Our legal experts weigh in on the high bar to move a trial. And we visit the remote park where Kohberger says he was the night of the murders.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
“When The Night Comes Falling” - An Alleged Killer’s State of Mind Jun 25, 2024 2048 A conversation with investigative reporter Howard Blum who’s written a new book about the Idaho murders that pieces together more details from that night and its aftermath.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The King Road Killings Update: A Longer Road to Justice Feb 2, 2024 2130 Host Kayna Whitworth returns to Idaho for a hearing in the Moscow murders case. Suspect Bryan Kohberger, who maintains his innocence, appeared in court and his attorneys say a summer 2024 trial isn’t realistic. Could it be 2025 before a trial begins? Meanwhile, Kayna sits down with the parents of victim Kaylee Goncalves who share frustration over what they consider a lack of communication from aut
Brief Update: Bryan Kohberger Pre-Trial Sep 7, 2023 730 The State of Idaho’s case against Bryan Kohberger is starting to take shape. The trial was initially scheduled to begin in early October, but it’s been postponed. There have been some interesting developments so we're dropping into your feed with a brief update on Kohberger's alibi, and questions the defense is raising about the state's case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.

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