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By Lara Turner 02/24/2015

MEDIA FAIL: Watch Boston Media Admit Bias Against Tsarnaev

Several mainstream media reporters in Boston admitted that they don’t see the need to use the word “alleged” when talking about Boston Marathon Bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev. The trial is merely a formality, and so are journalistic ethics, apparently. Lara Turner examines the shocking admission.

By The WhoWhatWhy Team 02/20/2015

Boston Bombing: Rare Opportunity to Hear the Tsarnaev Case in Action

On Feb. 19, the 1st Circuit Court of Appeals heard Dzhohar Tsarnaev’s argument why his trial for the Marathon Bombing should be moved from Boston. Since the media is barred from recording the proceedings in his trial, the oral arguments before the appeals court offer a unique opportunity to actually hear the case in action. Listen in to decide for yourself if the three-judge panel was persuaded by the arguments put forth by both sides.

By Joanne Potter 02/12/2015

BOSTON WRONGED: Hollywood Twists Boston

Hollywood has never let the truth get in the way of a good story. One cop’s tale about Boston Marathon Bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev’s capture is a sterling example. Joanne Potter points out the plot holes.

By Andy Thibault 02/10/2015

Here’s What the Boston Bombing Trial Judge Thinks a Good Juror Looks Like

Once again, the judge in the Boston Marathon Bombing trial is insisting that there will be no problem seating an impartial jury in the city traumatized by the attack. His latest motion denying the defense’s request to move the trial holds up one juror as a shining example of fair-mindedness. Andy Thibault looks at some of the juror’s statements which didn’t make it into the judge’s ruling.

By Lara Turner 02/04/2015

Tsarnaev Defense’s Sisyphean Task: Moving the Marathon Bombing Trial

Boston Marathon Bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev’s defense is trying to get his death penalty trial moved again. This time, they’ve asked an appeals court to overrule the presiding judge’s obstinate objections to taking the trial out of Boston. Lara Turner explains.

By James Henry 02/02/2015

How Secrecy May Uncover A Reason To Move The Boston Bombing Trial

The judge running the Boston Marathon Bombing trial has gained notice for two things: The secrecy with which he conducts some proceedings, and his steadfast refusal to move the trial. James Henry examines how the judge’s bent for closing the court may work against his decision to keep the trial in Boston.