"Possible Parole for Manson Family Member Leslie Van Houten Decades After Infamous Murders"
Leslie Van Houten, a former follower of Charles Manson and convicted murderer, may be released on parole after serving over 52 years in prison for her involvement in the infamous Helter Skelter murders. Van Houten, now 73 years old, has repeatedly sought parole, and California Governor Gavin Newsom has previously blocked her release. However, he has now given up the fight, and Van Houten's lawyer expects her to be paroled in the coming weeks. The decision has sparked controversy, with surviving family members of the victims expressing their opposition to Van Houten's release.