It's a Fun Thanksgiving Episode!  We discuss our personal Thanksgiving traditions, some California Traditions and talk about the history of one of California's biggest parades in El Cajon, CaWebsite and show notes: http://www.californiatruecrime.com/If you would like to support us we have a Patreon page at: https://www.patreon.com/californiatruecrimeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/calitruecrime/Twitter: https://twitter.com/calitruecrimeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/calitruecrime/

This very special episode of California True Crime we take a look at the mysterious sightings, history, and lore behind the Fresno NightCrawler . First sighted in South Fresno in 2007 in a front yard. This episode will delve into the eyewitness accounts as well as our own theories of what this mysterious creature could be. Alien from a distant star, spectral visitor from beyond the grave, or an animated pair of wandering pants. Listen to this Halloween Special and you decide. Website and show notes: http://www.californiatruecrime.com/If you would like to support us we have a Patreon page at: https://www.patreon.com/californiatruecrimeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/calitruecrime/Twitter: https://twitter.com/calitruecrimeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/calitruecrime/

In Part 2, We discuss the murder of Joie Armstrong, Cary's confession and his Trial.  Website and show notes: http://www.californiatruecrime.com/If you would like to support us we have a Patreon page at: https://www.patreon.com/californiatruecrimeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/calitruecrime/Twitter: https://twitter.com/calitruecrimeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/calitruecrime/

In this first part out of two, We discuss Cary Stayner and the Yosemite Murders.  We talk about his upbringing, the murders of Carol Sund, Julie Sund, and Silvina Pelosso and what everyone was doing to locate them. Website and show notes: http://www.californiatruecrime.com/If you would like to support us we have a Patreon page at: https://www.patreon.com/californiatruecrimeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/calitruecrime/Twitter: https://twitter.com/calitruecrimeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/calitruecrime/

In the last episode of our series on Steven Stayner we cover the later lives of our heroes Steven and Timothy White. We also cover changes in the laws that came about, in part, due to Steven's advocacy. As well as issues of trauma, PTSD, and bullying. Website and show notes: http://www.californiatruecrime.com/If you would like to support us we have a Patreon page at: https://www.patreon.com/californiatruecrimeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/calitruecrime/Twitter: https://twitter.com/calitruecrimeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/calitruecrime/

In this episode, we cover Kenneth Parnell's time in jail, his release and the crime he commits before his death We also discuss the fates of Ervin Murphy and Barbara Mathias as well as discuss California laws at the time.  Website and show notes: http://www.californiatruecrime.com/If you would like to support us we have a Patreon page at: https://www.patreon.com/californiatruecrimeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/calitruecrime/Twitter: https://twitter.com/calitruecrimeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/calitruecrime/

After getting seven years for the crime of kidnapping Timothy White, the trial for the kidnapping of Steven Stayner will start in December of 1981. Steven Stayner will once again have to testify, this time about his own kidnapping and abuse. We cover issues in this trial such as victim blaming, sentencing and the media. Website and show notes: http://www.californiatruecrime.com/If you would like to support us we have a Patreon page at: https://www.patreon.com/californiatruecrimeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/calitruecrime/Twitter: https://twitter.com/calitruecrimeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/calitruecrime/

The Life and Kidnapping of Steven Stayner, Part 10: In 1981, trial starts for Kenneth Parnell in the kidnapping charges of Timothy White. We talk about the history of Superior Court in Hayward and the process for moving venues. We also cover the testimony of Steven Stayner, Sean Poorman and a surprising defense by Kenneth Parnell.Website and show notes: http://www.californiatruecrime.com/If you would like to support us we have a Patreon page at: https://www.patreon.com/californiatruecrimeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/calitruecrime/Twitter: https://twitter.com/calitruecrimeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/calitruecrime/

The Life and Kidnapping of Steven Stayner, Part 9: The Law: Two preliminary hearings and two trials would mean that Steven Stayner’s life would continue to be wrapped up with Parnell. As a witness and victim, the law should be clear in punishing Parnell for his horrible crimes, but Steven and the District Attorney have a long road to justice with many obstacles. In this episode we cover legal issues when charging Parnell, what it’s like when two California counties want to charge Parnell and both preliminary hearings.Website and show notes: http://www.californiatruecrime.com/If you would like to support us we have a Patreon page at: https://www.patreon.com/californiatruecrimeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/calitruecrime/Twitter: https://twitter.com/calitruecrimeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/calitruecrime/

Steven Stayner has returned to Merced, CA after years of kidnapping and abuse. As he waits for two trials, he spends time getting to know his family and helping police track down Parnell’s accomplice, Ervin Edward Murphy.Website and show notes: http://www.californiatruecrime.com/If you would like to support us we have a Patreon page at: https://www.patreon.com/californiatruecrimeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/calitruecrime/Twitter: https://twitter.com/calitruecrimeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/calitruecrime/