Relatives of Lyle and Erik Menendez are "thrilled" and "hopeful" after California Gov. Gavin Newsom ordered the state parole board to investigate whether the brothers would pose a risk to the public if they are released after nearly three decades in prison for the 1989 killing of their parents.

Cousins of Erik and Lyle Menendez said Thursday they are “grateful” to Gov. Gavin Newsom and “thrilled” that he asked the state parole board for a risk assessment, as he considers whether to grant the brothers clemency.