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Love Family Releases Statement
Last Updated: 7:40 02/22/12

Moments after a jury recommended George Huguely serve 26 years in jail for the death of ex-girlfriend Yeardley Love, the Love family released a statement to the media. (Full Story)

Jury Gathers to Decide Huguely's Fate
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Last Updated: 6:26 AM 02/22/12 - After a three day break, the jurors will begin deliberating George Huguely's fate Wednesday morning. Twelve men and women will decide whether Huguely killed Yeardley Love, and if it was a tragic accident, like his lawyers argued, or an intentional murder. (Full Story)
After Closing Arguments, Jury to Start Deliberations Wednesday
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Last Updated: 7:36 AM 02/20/12 - The jury has decided to spend Saturday night at home, choosing to begin deliberations in the George Huguely murder trial Wednesday morning at 9 a.m. (Full Story)
Both Sides Rest; Huguely Case Will Soon Be in Jury's Hands
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Last Updated: 7:32 AM 02/20/12 - Both the prosecution and defense have rested their cases in the George Huguely murder trial. The jury could begin deliberations later Saturday afternoon. (Full Story)
Huguely Trial Resumes Without Co-Defense Attorney
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Last Updated: 7:19 AM 02/17/12 - The George Huguely murder trial resumes Friday morning after an unexpected illness to co-defense attorney Rhonda Quagliana postponed court on Thursday. So far, the defense has called just two of its witnesses. (Full Story)
Witness at U.Va. Lax Trial Tells of Brain Injuries
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Last Updated: 12:14 PM 02/16/12 - A witness in the murder trial of a former University of Virginia lacrosse player has testified his ex-girlfriend suffered brain injuries as a result of blunt force trauma. (Full Story)
Illness Delays Day 9 of Huguely Trial
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Last Updated: 8:34 AM 02/16/12 - An ailing defense attorney has delayed the start of Day 9 of the George Huguely murder trial in Charlottesville. Testimony is expected to resume at 12:30 p.m. Thursday.
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Defense Begins in Virginia Lacrosse Slaying
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Last Updated: 7:16 AM 02/16/12 - With the prosecution resting, attorneys for a former University of Virginia lacrosse player are returning to a Charlottesville courtroom to defend him against charges he killed his ex-girlfriend. (Full Story)
Teammate: Ex-U.Va. Lax Player 's Mood Shifted
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Last Updated: 11:57 AM 02/15/12 - A teammate of a former University of Virginia lacrosse player on trial for murder has testified the defendant's mood swiftly changed the night his ex-girlfriend was found slain, and he had a "blank stare" on his face. (Full Story)
Prosecution Rests in Va. Lacrosse Murder Trial
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Last Updated: 11:43 AM 02/15/12 - The prosecution has rested in the trial of a former University of Virginia lacrosse player accused of first-degree murder in the slaying of his ex-girlfriend. (Full Story)
Huguely Trial: Defense Prepares to Make its Case
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Last Updated: 7:29 AM 02/15/12 - The prosecution is expected to rest its case Wednesday in the George Huguely murder trial. Huguely faces six charges, including first degree murder, in the death of Yeardley Love, but the defense will try to change those charges. (Full Story)
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George Huguely/Yeardley Love Timeline
May 3, 2010 – Yeardley Love found dead in her apartment in Charlottesville.

May 4, 2010 – George Huguely arrested for murder in Charlottesville.

May 5, 2010 – Search warrant describes crime scene in Love's apartment as “gruesome.”

May 6, 2010 – Search finds letter to Love and blood-stained shirt in Huguely's apartment.

May 6, 2010 – Search finds letter to Love and blood-stained shirt in Huguely's apartment.

May 6, 2010 – Vigil held to remember Yeardley Love at UVA.

May 10, 2010 – Funeral held for Yeardley Love.

May 12, 2010 – Gov. McDonnell and UVA's President meet to discuss ways to prevent further incidences like Yeardley Love's death.

May 23, 2010 – Yeardley Love is given a posthumous degree at UVA commencement.

July 7, 2010 – Medical examiner declares Love's cause of death as blunt force trauma.

Aug. 18, 2010 – Documents show that Yeardley Love and George Huguely quarreled before her death.

Aug. 24, 2010 – New rules go into effect at UVA to keep students safe on campus, like requiring students to report previous arrests and more campus resources for reporting domestic violence. It becomes an honor code violation if you do not report a previous arrest to the university.

Sept. 24, 2010 – UVA holds Day of Dialogue to address campus safety and violence prevention.

Jan. 8, 2011 – Additional charges filed against George Huguely, including felony murder, larceny and burglary.

April 12, 2011 – George Huguely is in court for a preliminary hearing almost one year after Yeardley Love's death.

April 19, 2011 – George Huguely indicted on six counts by a Grand Jury in Charlottesville. One of the charges is first degree murder.

May 31, 2011 – Gov. Bob McDonnell says better communication between police and the University of Virginia may have averted Yeardley Love's death.

Oct. 25, 2011 – George Huguely's lawyers seek Love's medical records.

Nov. 7, 2011 – Judge grants private viewing of Love's medical records for George Huguely's lawyers.