Remains identified as Oregon teen over 50 years after she went missing
The remains were identified as those of Sandra Young, who was a student at Portland's Grant High School when she disappeared.
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Pregnant woman found dead in 1992 is identified: "I couldn't believe it"
The cause and manner of Murlin's death have not been determined and the investigation into her death is continuing, officials said.
DNA solves 1994 murder, leading police to suspect who died by suicide
Police said they solved the 1994 killing of Bert Allen Mann, but suspect Kenneth Robbins died before he could be arrested.
Bones found in cave could rewrite history of humans and Neanderthals
Researchers found human bones and tools hiding behind a massive rock in a German cave, the oldest traces of Homo sapiens ever discovered so far north.
Man who blamed twin brother for cold case rapes gets 140 years in prison
The man and his twin were both arrested in 2019 after advances in DNA technology finally led authorities to make headway in two rape cases from decades prior.
Remains found on serial killer's estate ID'd as man missing since 1993
Investigators believe Herbert Baumeister, a married father of three who frequented gay bars, lured men to his home and killed them.
Prehistoric "chewing gum" reveals what was on the menu for Stone Age teens
Paleontologists were able to determine that the teenagers' diet included deer, trout, hazelnuts, apple, duck and fox.
Remains of Green River Killer's 49th and final victim ID'd decades later
There are still more unsolved cases that may be linked to Gary Ridgway, officials said.
Ancient DNA helps explain why this group has higher multiple sclerosis risk
The findings come from a huge project to compare modern DNA with that culled from ancient humans' teeth and bones.
Police ID suspect in 3 cold cases, including "Colonial Parkway Murders"
The "Colonial Parkway Murders" involved the 1980s deaths of three couples and the suspected death of a fourth couple whose bodies were never recovered.
Headless body found in vineyard in 2011 identified as California woman
Ada Beth Kaplan has been identified as the woman who was discovered at a grape vineyard on March 29, 2011, officials said.
DNA technology used to confirm cotton's source
A new DNA technology is being used that can trace tiny strands of cotton from the field to the finished product. It helps consumers know what they are buying and where it was made. Ben Tracy has the details.
45 years after girl found dead in Alaska, DNA match leads to conviction
Donald McQuade, 67, was convicted in the death of Shelley Connolly, 16, whose body was found near a highway pullout in Alaska.
28 years after Idaho woman's murder, neighbor is identified as her killer
Advanced forensic tests have finally allowed police to close a decades-old homicide case in rural Idaho.
DNA sleuths retrace journey of 2,000-year old corpse found in the U.K.
Scientists from three institutions used multiple methods of analysis to learn more about the man known as Offord Cluny 203645.
Homicide victim found in 1979 in Vegas ID'd as Ohio teen looking for her dad
The police department says it is now turning its focus to how Gwenn Story wound up dead near the Las Vegas Strip, and the two friends who traveled with her.
Body found in Kentucky lake in 1999 identified as fugitive wanted by FBI
The remains were identified as Roger Dale Parham, who disappeared in March 1999 while awaiting trial for various criminal charges in Arkansas.
FBI to exhume body of woman murdered in 1969, days after nun killed
Joyce Malecki went Christmas shopping in 1969 and never came home. A Netflix docuseries raised questions about whether her disappearance was linked to that of Sister Cathy Cesnik.
Body found in Indiana in 1982 ID'd as Wisconsin woman who vanished
Human remains found in rural Indiana in 1982 have been identified as those of Connie Lorraine Christensen, authorities said.
Nevada officials ID woman found dead in 1997: "First lead in over 20 years"
The identification was made using forensic genetic genealogy, officials said.
Victim of "Scorecard Killer" identified as Iowa teen 49 years after murder
Michael Ray Schlicht has long been thought to be an early victim of Randy Kraft, dubbed the "Scorecard Killer," authorities said.
Remains of U.S. tank commander killed in WWII ID'd 79 years later
U.S. Army 2nd Lt. Gene F. Walker was 27 and commanded an M4 Sherman tank in November 1944 when his tank was struck in Germany.
A Killer in the Family Tree
When a woman uploads her DNA to a genealogy website, authorities show up at her door. Is there a double murderer in her family tree? "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty reports.
Monkey Island | Sunday on 60 Minutes
Lesley Stahl reports from Cayo Santiago, also known as Monkey Island, off the coast of Puerto Rico, and home to roughly 1,800 monkeys, including the rhesus macaques whose DNA is a 94% match to humans. Stahl examines one study set to determine the impact of environmental crises on the longevity and overall health of the macaques and what the inhabitants of Monkey Island can reveal about climate-related trauma and survival.
45 years after retiree was bludgeoned to death, DNA leads to murder charge
An autopsy found the victim died following at least 10 blows to the head, apparently with a 2.2-pound bronze pestle that was found at the scene.
Jane Doe's attorney says "she was incapable of consent," alleges cover-up
Christa Pike critically ill, intubated after botched execution, attorneys say
More details emerge about FlyDubai co-pilot who tried to crash plane
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