Romantic texts between Chad & Lori read in court

On day 22 of the Chad Daybell triple murder trial, romantic text messages between Chad and Lori Vallow were read in court. FBI agent Nicole Heidemann, a tactical specialist, took the stand to testify again on digital evidence recovered. “He kissed her deeply as their breathing slow. He held her tightly before they began another round of pleasurable bonding,” reads one of the texts from Chad to Lori. “That is pretty incredible,” followed by fire emojis.

Full testimony: Prosecution questions Zulema Pastenes

On day 18 of the Chad Daybell triple murder trial, the prosecution questioned Zulema Pastenes Lori Vallow's sister-in-law. The former follower of Chad Daybell says the self-proclaimed "Doomsday prophet" predicted deaths of two murder victims.

Chad Daybell trial: Lori Vallow's niece testifies

On Monday, Lori Vallow’s niece, Melani Pawlowski, who did not testify in her trial last year, spoke during day 17 of Chad Daybell's trial. The prosecution also revealed bombshell recordings that were used to help investigators. FOX 10's Justin Lum has this story.

"They're not gonna leave you alone" | Daybell trial audio

In day 17 of the Chad Daybell trial, a phone call between Chad, Lori Vallow, and Lori's niece, Melani Pawlowski, was played. Chad and Lori call two Rexburg police detectives dark, and we only get this recording because Melani Pawlowski's husband Ian was wired by the FBI.

Lori Vallow's niece testifies | Chad Daybell trial

For the first time, the niece of Lori Vallow testified. Melani Pawlowski took the stand in the Chad Daybell trial, telling the court what Daybell and Vallow allegedly taught regarding extreme religious beliefs. Melani's ex-husband is Brandon Boudreaux.