investigators say the death of linda collin smith in arkansas is being treated as a homicide. while former state senator jonan nichols was found dead in his home the next day. jeff paul is live in los angeles with more. hi, jeff. >> reporter: linda collin smith was found dead tuesday. authorities say they couldn't confirm her identity right away, due the condition of her body. the cause of death is still under investigation. her former press secretary told reporters she had been shot. property records indicate the home is owned by collin smith a and a former husband, a retired circuit judge. they divorced last october and were said to be in court dividing up properties. the governor of arkansas released a statement, saying i'm stunned and saddened by the death of linda collins smith. she was a good person who served in the public arena with passion and conviction. meanwhile, in oklahoma, people in norman said they found jonathan nichols dead inside his