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Wednesday, May 01, 2013  Jury gets first glimpses into Michael Jackson's private life as testimony begins in civil case

Tuesday, April 30, 2013  Jurors see dueling portraits of Michael Jackson on 1st day of civil trial over singer's death

Tuesday, November 29, 2011  Michael Jackson's doctor sentenced to maximum 4 years for causing pop superstar's death

Thursday, September 29, 2011  First bodyguard to reach Jackson's bedroom to testify about frantic scene in singer's bedroom

Tuesday, September 27, 2011  The trial of the doctor charged in Michael Jackson's death opens Tuesday with a bit of star power and the one thing the King of Pop enjoyed throughout his life — a worldwide audience.

Thursday, March 24, 2011  As jury selection for Jackson doctor begins, nearly universal awareness of the case in pool

Wednesday, July 08, 2009  The fair, known for its yearly butter cow, announced days after Jackson's death June 25 that it would spotlight the King of Pop

Monday, June 29, 2009  Overseas fans still in mourning for Michael Jackson, await news of a global tribute

Thursday, June 25, 2009  Appreciation: Michael Jackson was so much more than the King of Pop