Through a combination of prep and strong beat reporting, AP beat the competition to deliver the news of Charles Manson follower Leslie Van Houten’s release from prison after serving more than 50 years ...

(NEW YORK) — Former Charles Manson follower Leslie Van Houten was released from prison on Tuesday after serving 53 years behind bars, according to the California Department of Corrections and ...

Charles Manson follower Leslie Van Houten walked out of a California prison Tuesday after serving 53 years of a life sentence for her participation in two infamous murders.

This marks the third time a governor has stopped the release of the young member of Charles Manson's murderous cult.

That includes Leslie Van Houten, who was released on parole Tuesday after spending 53 years in prison for the murders of Leno and Rosemary LaBianca.

For the fifth time in as many years, a California parole board recommended the release of Leslie Van Houten, a well-known member of Charles Mason’s murderous cult who is currently serving out a ...

Newsom blocked the release of 71-year-old Leslie Van Houten from prison Friday, despite a recommendation from the California parole board that she be freed.

Van Houten’s prison time I read with interest an op-ed by Dr. Cory Franklin, who expressed opposition to the release of Leslie Van Houten. His feeling was that she should have never been released.

A California panel recommended Charles Manson follower Leslie Van Houten be paroled, leaving the decision now in the hands of Gov. Gavin Newsom.

Former Charles Manson follower Leslie Van Houten has been released from prison after serving 53 years behind bars.