Texas judge denies Karmelo Anthony’s request for new trial in deadly stabbing at track meet

A Texas judge denied Karmelo Anthony's request for a new trial concerning his conviction in the stabbing death of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf at a high school track meet. Judge Michael Chitty announced the denial after citing a review of the evidence and arguments, prompting Anthony’s attorney to state that the defense would appeal. The case drew widespread attention regarding its criminal proceedings and social media commentary.