AP Source: Coroner rules Jackson's death a homicide; tests reveal propofol, 2 other sedativesAugust 24th, 2009 AP Source: Coroner rules Jackson's death homicideLOS ANGELES — A law enforcement official tells The Associated Press that the Los Angeles County coroner has ruled Michael Jackson's death a homicide. The finding makes it more likely criminal charges will be filed against the doctor who was with the pop star when he died.
Michael Jackson's doctor thanks his supporters in video posted onlineAugust 18th, 2009 Michael Jackson's doctor posts videoLOS ANGELES — The doctor who was with Michael Jackson when he died and is now the center of a manslaughter probe posted a short video Tuesday thanking his supporters. In the one-minute video, posted on YouTube, a weary-looking Dr.
AP source: Jackson's home chaotic, doc gave drug that authorities believe killed pop starJuly 28th, 2009 AP source: Michael Jackson's inner sanctum chaoticLOS ANGELES — Michael Jackson's personal doctor gave him a powerful anesthetic through an intravenous drip to help him sleep, and authorities believe the drug caused the pop singer's death, a law enforcement official told The Associated Press. The official, who spoke on condition of anonymity because the investigation is ongoing, said Jackson regularly received the anesthetic propofol and relied on it like an alarm clock.
Inquiry launched into whether LA coroners employees illegally sold Michael Jackson infoJuly 25th, 2009 Sheriff probing Jackson coroner's employeesLOS ANGELES — Los Angeles County sheriff's investigators have begun an inquiry into whether coroner's employees illegally leaked or sold private information related to the investigation of Michael Jackson's death. Investigators spoke to the coroner's office Friday and will handle the inquiry with the district attorney's office, according to sheriff's spokesman Steve Whitmore.
Police investigate calls to office of Michael Jackson's Beverly Hills dermatologistJuly 11th, 2009 Jackson doctor's office reports harassing callsBEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — Police are investigating suspicious calls being made to the office of Michael Jackson's Beverly Hills dermatologist.
LA police chief says detectives focusing on Jackson's prescription drug history and doctorsJuly 10th, 2009 LAPD: Michael Jackson's drug history to be probedLOS ANGELES — Detectives investigating the death of Michael Jackson are looking at his prescription drug history and trying to talk with his numerous former doctors, the Los Angeles police chief said. Chief William Bratton told CNN that police are waiting for the coroner's report before ruling out any possibilities in their "comprehensive" investigation into the sudden death of the 50-year-old pop star two weeks ago.
Prosecutors: Minn. mom charged with slaying son told kids Jackson's Neverland was heavenJuly 10th, 2009 Police: Minn. mom invoked Jackson ranch in slayingHASTINGS, Minn.
Mayor: Jackson's father to attend memorial in family's hometown of Gary, Ind.July 9th, 2009 Mayor: Jackson's dad to attend Ind. hometown eventGARY, Ind.
Michael Jackson's death is a wake-up call over prescription drug abuse: claimed nation's drug czarJuly 9th, 2009 Drug czar says Jackson's death a wake-up call
WASHINGTON — The government's drug czar says that Michael Jackson's death is a wake-up call to the nation about prescription drug abuse. Gil Kerlikowske (ker-li-/KOW-skee), chief of the Office of National Drug Control Policy, says more people are dying in the United States from drug overdoses than from gunshot wounds.
Colin Powell says Americans should celebrate Michael Jackson's art, not dwell on controversiesJuly 4th, 2009 Colin Powell: Celebrate Michael Jackson's artWASHINGTON — Colin Powell says Michael Jackson had controversy in his life, but in death his art should be celebrated. The retired general and former secretary of state said he was in Vietnam, Korea or stationed elsewhere during Jackson's heyday.
Coroner-police investigators retrieve medications from Michael Jackson's homeJune 30th, 2009 Coroner team gathers evidence at Jackson homeLOS ANGELES — Investigators on Monday retrieved medications from the rented mansion where pop star Michael Jackson was fatally stricken last week, a coroner's official said. Two coroner's investigators and two police detectives spent several hours inside the three-story estate home and then emerged with two large red bags filled with evidence.
Obama adviser Axelrod says president has written Michael Jackson's familyJune 28th, 2009 Obama aide: President has written Jackson familyWASHINGTON — A top White House adviser says President Barack Obama has written a private letter to Michael Jackson's family. David Axelrod says Obama expressed condolences to the Jacksons.
R.I.P. Jacko June 26th, 2009 If this is the first thing you are reading in the morning or wherever with a stern disbelieving look in your eyes, I must sigh and say its true. Across the country, a wave of emotional outburst was recorded as word spread that Michael Jackson had collapsed and died on Thursday.
Singer Mika wants to buy Michael Jackson's gloveApril 10th, 2009 LONDON - Singer Mika is planning to buy a diamante glove and Zoltar The Fortune Teller fairground machine of pop star Michael Jackson in an auction. Mika wants to buy them at the Neverland auction that starts on April 22.
Jacko's eldest son to make stage debut with dadMarch 31st, 2009 LONDON - Pop star Michael Jackson, who is set to make a comeback with his London O2 Arena, will be introducing his eldest son Prince Michael I, who will make his stage debut at the concert. The 12-year-old, who has been masked for his most of his life, will be unveiled to audiences, as Michael wants him to carry on his father's showbiz family tradition.