Kayla Brantley

The case drew national attention for another reason.

Months after Eric's death, Richens self-published a children's book about grief titled Are You With Me?,

which she said she wrote to help her three young sons cope with losing their father.

She even appeared on local television promoting it.

But investigators claim that behind the scenes, Richens was allegedly entangled in serious financial trouble.

In addition to the murder charge, she faces multiple financial crime counts, including mortgage fraud, forgery, and money laundering, tied to what prosecutors describe as a broader scheme involving loans, real estate deals, and insurance payouts.

Richards has pleaded not guilty to all charges.

Her defense has suggested Eric's death may have been accidental and has pushed back strongly against the state's financial motive theory.

Now, three years after Eric was found dead, the case will finally be put before a jury.

We'll be keeping you up to date as testimony begins.

Shh.

This week in Georgia, a case is unfolding that could redefine accountability in school shootings.

Colin Gray is on trial in Winder, Georgia, in connection with the September 2024 shooting at Appalachee High School, where two students and two teachers were killed and nine others were injured.

But here's what makes this case so unusual.

Colin Gray did not pull the trigger.

Prosecutors say his son, Colt Gray, was just 14 years old when he allegedly opened fire at his high school using an AR-15 style rifle.

Colt is still awaiting his own trial date.

Instead, it is the father who is now before a jury.

Colin Gray has pleaded not guilty to multiple charges, including second degree murder and involuntary manslaughter.

Prosecutors argue he bears criminal responsibility because he was allegedly made aware his son could pose a threat, yet still allowed him to access firearms and ammunition.