The Complete Jackson Chronicles

The latest hearing is set for July 20.

Meanwhile, Debbie Rowe, the "legal" mother of two of Jackson's three children, is quietly trying to work out a deal to determine her custodial rights to her offspring. But unless settled, the fate of all the kids could be mired in a legal battle -- yet another twist in the singer's controversial life and now death.

"They are negotiating," said an individual close to the Jackson family, "and it is not easy. Debbie is scatterbrained and she flip-flops a lot, but when push comes to shove and the family presses her, she will contest the will."

Jackson's mother has been granted temporary guardianship and Jackson said in a 2002 will that was filed earlier this month that he wanted his mother to care for his children. Even so, child welfare officials could ignore Jackson's wishes and play a role in determining the future of these children and the custodian, who the officials considered, would serve the best interests of the children. -- TheWrap, 7:30 p.m. ET, July 13

Jackson Concert Merchandise for Sale

Merchandise from Jackson's "This Is It" tour, which was scheduled to begin Monday in London, will be available for purchase online and at U.S. retailers. Jackson helped to design the concert T-shirts commemorating the first and second nights of the concerts at London's O2 arena. Belt buckles, caps, sunglasses, mugs, and a varsity jacket similar to the one Jackson wore in "Thriller" will also be up for purchase. -- Associated Press, 7:15 p.m. ET, July 13

Father Says Jackson 'Wasn't Ready' for Comeback Tour

In an interview with ABC News on Monday, Joe Jackson said he was concerned about his son's 50-date tour schedule that were slated to begin in London today. Jackson, 79, said his son had only wanted to perform in 10 concerts initially but that more dates were added against his will. 

"I was worried about his health because all the shows I'm seeing, no artist can do all those shows, back-to-back like that. I knew Michael couldn't do all those shows without a rest in between," Joe Jackson said.

But Randy Phillips, chief of AEG Live, told ABC that it was Jackson who wanted to increase the original run of shows from 31 to 50. -- Associated Press, 6:17 p.m. ET, July 13

LA Mayor Says City Should Cover Memorial Costs

Despite previous reports that Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa wanted to set up a Web site seeking donations to cover the city's $1.4 million tab from the Michael Jackson memorial, the Mayor today criticized his staff for launching the site. Villaraigosa, who was on vacation in South Africa during the memorial, said the Web site was "ridiculous" and believes it's the city's responsibility to protect public safety. -- Associated Press, 5:06 p.m. ET, July 13

Fans Gather Outside London's O2 Arena

Hundreds of Jackson's fans flocked to the O2 arena on Monday on the eve of what would have been his first concert.

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