Court orders new punishment hearing in death case
Texas Court of Criminal Appeals calls for a new punishment hearing for Bobby Joe Wills, who was sentenced to death for the 1985 murder of Judy Bracewell in Orange. The court found potential evidence of mental retardation and a need for proper instruction to consider mitigating factors.
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Insurance fight over Dallas Diocese abuse judgment
Dallas judge weighs whether Lloyds of London and Interstate Fire & Casualty must cover part of a 119.6 million verdict against the Dallas Catholic Diocese for abuse by suspended priest Rudolph Kos. Insurers argue policies from 1982 to 1985 excluded intentional acts. diocese contends coverage existed. Trial focus on eight nonsettled plaintiffs amid asset seizure risk and possible bankruptcy. Kos was sentenced to life in prison last month.
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Slain couple's son charged after fatal house blast
Michael John Yowell, 28, son of John and Carol Yowell, was charged with two counts of first degree murder after a house explosion and fire at their Lubbock home. Viola Davis, 89, mother, survived with burns. neighbors rescued her from the blaze that killed the couple.
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