Parole board denies release of Erik Menendez, decades after he and his brother Lyle convicted of killing their parents

A California parole board has denied parole for Erik Menendez, who was convicted alongside his brother Lyle of murdering their parents in 1989, delivering a crippling blow to the brothers’ yearslong fight for release. CNN’s Brianna Keilar speaks to LA Times reporter James Queally, the only journalist at the 10-hour parole hearing, on details from inside the courtroom.

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<p>Rep. Robert Garcia joins The Lead</p>

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<p>On July 6, after Florida residents called 911 to report a young deer fighting to stay afloat in the water off Flagler Beach, a group of lifeguards and first responders sprung to action. Ryan Young shares the story.</p>

<p>With the cast of<em> Dawson’s Creek</em> getting back together for a charity event, the panel answers a nostalgic question: what would you say to your high school haters? From pants that (almost) still fit to proving the doubters wrong on CNN, hear the panelists' clap backs and life lessons. </p>

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Bill Brown is the founder of The Children's Table food bank in Bronson, FL.

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