Opening statements are set to begin in the trial of a Las Vegas-area politician accused of killing a veteran investigative reporter who had been critical of him. The death of the reporter, who had dedicated 44 years to covering the city, its government, and its courthouses, sent shockwaves through Sin City and the journalism world.
A 12-person jury and alternates have been selected, with prosecutors expected to present strong physical evidence, including DNA found beneath the victim's fingernails. The defendant, who has pleaded not guilty to murder, faces the possibility of life in prison if convicted.
