(CNN) — Here’s a select list of convicted American serial killers and notable open or unsolved cases. Serial murder is defined by the FBI as two or more killings separated by a span of time. Serial ...

American society has a dual fascination and fear toward serial killers yet some of the most horrifying cases emerge from unknown criminals who never reached the fame of Ted Bundy or Jeffrey Dahmer.

Oxygen: 12 Most Notorious Serial Killers in American History: Ted Bundy, Jeffrey Dahmer and More

Dozens of serial killers have terrorized American communities over the decades, from H. H. Holmes becoming “the Beast of Chicago” in the 19th century to “the Hillside Stranglers” inciting fear across ...

12 Most Notorious Serial Killers in American History: Ted Bundy, Jeffrey Dahmer and More

A feature on five lesser-known American serial killers revisits how their crimes left deep scars in the communities they targeted. These offenders preyed on vulnerable victims, often operating ...

MSN: Serial Killers Unveiled: 10 Must-Watch Shows and Documentaries for Crime Junkies

Serial killers have long haunted yet fascinated audiences. While there’s no question that people fear murderers, they also can’t help but want to know more about their motivations for harm, offering a ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Serial killers don't come around often, but when they do, they disrupt communities. Their crimes and the effects they have on ...