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Monday, April 01, 2013  There was no decision on a change of venue for the second murder trial of Seth Techel.

Friday, March 15, 2013  The jury remained deadlocked after four days, resulting in a mistrial.

Friday, March 15, 2013  Prosecutors vow to re-try the case.

Thursday, March 14, 2013  The jury was dismissed Thursday evening without reaching a verdict.

Friday, March 08, 2013  Judge Daniel Wilson dismissed the jury until 9 a.m. on Monday when closing arguments are expected to begin.

Thursday, March 07, 2013  Case should wrap up early next week.

Wednesday, March 06, 2013  Brian Tate was the primary topic of conversation Wednesday morning at the first degree trial of Seth Techel.

Tuesday, March 05, 2013  Week three of the first degree murder trial of Seth Techel began with the state resting its case.

Monday, March 04, 2013  Jurors in the first degree murder trial of Seth Techel began week three, right where week two left off,  watching the DVD of DCI Special Agent Chris Thomas interview Techel on the afternoon of May 26.

Friday, March 01, 2013  Jurors in the first degree murder trial of Seth Techel heard the voice of the accused murderer this morning.

Thursday, February 21, 2013  The courtroom was packed with family members, friends and member of the media Thursday, anticipating the opening remarks from the state and defense.

Wednesday, February 20, 2013  Techel is accused of murdering his wife and their unborn child in 2012.

Tuesday, February 12, 2013  Attorneys for both sides have been preparing last minute motions for Judge Dan Wilson to consider.

Thursday, October 11, 2012  Seth Techel will not stand trial next month as scheduled.

Wednesday, July 25, 2012  According to Iowa Online Court records, the trial of Seth Andrew Techel will begin on November 6, 2012.