Mike Peterson Coverage

Two decades later, Mike Peterson murder case still fascinates many

Twenty years ago, a local business executive was found in a pool of blood at the bottom of a staircase in her Durham mansion, setting off one of the most notorious and longest-running criminal cases in Triangle history.

Site of notorious Durham murder up for sale

The Durham mansion where Mike Peterson killed his wife almost two decades ago, spawning a lengthy and costly trial, years of appeals, a plea deal and a popular Netflix series, went up for sale this week.

Durham novelist Michael Peterson denies killing his wife in latest Dr. Phil episode

A new Dr. Phil episode airing on Monday will examine Michael Peterson, a Durham novelist maintaining his innocence after the Dec. 9, 2001 death of his wife, Kathleen.

Jessica Patrick, WRAL digital journalist

Top 10: Most memorable local news stories of 2018

Here's a look at the 10 most-read stories on WRAL.com in 2018.

Jessica Patrick, WRAL digital journalist

Year in review: 12 memorable stories from 2018

A lot happened in 2018. Here's a look at some of the most read local stories each month.

Conversation shifts from owl theory to garden tool theory

The Wednesday night discussion was moderated by WRAL News anchor David Crabtree, who sat down with Mike Peterson's attorney, David Rudolf, and "The Staircase" producer Allyson Luchak at the historic Carolina Theatre.

Conversation shifts from owl theory to garden tool theory

The Wednesday night discussion was moderated by WRAL News anchor David Crabtree, who sat down with Mike Peterson's attorney, David Rudolf, and "The Staircase" producer Allyson Luchak at the historic Carolina Theatre.

'Why is Duane Deaver not in jail?'

The Wednesday night discussion was moderated by WRAL News anchor David Crabtree, who sat down with Mike Peterson's attorney, David Rudolf, and "The Staircase" producer Allyson Luchak at the historic Carolina Theatre.

Why is Duane Deaver not in jail?

The Wednesday night discussion was moderated by WRAL News anchor David Crabtree, who sat down with Mike Peterson's attorney, David Rudolf, and "The Staircase" producer Allyson Luchak at the historic Carolina Theatre.

Audience question: 'Why did they stay in that house?'

The Wednesday night discussion was moderated by WRAL News anchor David Crabtree, who sat down with Mike Peterson's attorney, David Rudolf, and "The Staircase" producer Allyson Luchak at the historic Carolina Theatre.

Audience question: 'Why did they stay in that house?'

The Wednesday night discussion was moderated by WRAL News anchor David Crabtree, who sat down with Mike Peterson's attorney, David Rudolf, and "The Staircase" producer Allyson Luchak at the historic Carolina Theatre.

David Crabtree: 'Let's go inside the house'

The Wednesday night discussion was moderated by WRAL News anchor David Crabtree, who sat down with Mike Peterson's attorney, David Rudolf, and "The Staircase" producer Allyson Luchak at the historic Carolina Theatre.

David Crabtree: 'Let's go inside the house'

The Wednesday night discussion was moderated by WRAL News anchor David Crabtree, who sat down with Mike Peterson's attorney, David Rudolf, and "The Staircase" producer Allyson Luchak at the historic Carolina Theatre.

Complete interview: David Crabtree speaks with David Rudolf, Allyson Luchak

The Wednesday night discussion was moderated by WRAL News anchor David Crabtree, who sat down with Mike Peterson's attorney, David Rudolf, and "The Staircase" producer Allyson Luchak at the historic Carolina Theatre.

Complete interview: David Crabtree speaks with David Rudolf, Allyson Luchak

The Wednesday night discussion was moderated by WRAL News anchor David Crabtree, who sat down with Mike Peterson's attorney, David Rudolf, and "The Staircase" producer Allyson Luchak at the historic Carolina Theatre.

'Inside the Staircase' shows interest in Mike Peterson trial remains strong after 17 years

A jury convicted Durham author Mike Peterson of killing his wife, Kathleen, in December 2001. Her body was discovered at the bottom of a staircase in the couple's home and for years people have debated whether her death was an accident or murder.

Ken Smith, WRAL anchor/reporter

Attorney, producer discuss 'The Staircase' at Carolina Theatre

A jury convicted Durham author Mike Peterson of killing his wife, Kathleen, in December 2001. Her body was discovered at the bottom of a staircase in the couple's home and for years people have debated whether her death was an accident or murder.

David Crabtree previews discussion with Mike Peterson attorney

WRAL News anchor David Crabtree talks with with Mike Peterson defense attorney David Rudolf about their panel discussion about the murder case and the Netflix series on it.

Mike Peterson case a prism for discussing problems with justice system

What is it that allows and compels us as people to draw conclusions before we ever hear all the facts of evidence?

Peterson lawyer David Rudolf says Netflix series on murder case exposes flaws in justice system

Eighteen months after a plea deal resolved Mike Peterson's long-running Durham murder case, it lives on in pop culture thanks to the Netflix series "The Staircase."

Matthew Burns, WRAL.com senior producer/politics editor, & David Crabtree, WRAL anchor/reporter

Web only: Defense attorney discusses Mike Peterson case, Netflix series

Defense attorney David Rudolf reflects on the Mike Peterson murder case and "The Staircase," the Netflix series based on the trial.