Authorities have released surveillance photos of a person of interest connected to the killing of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University. The individual is shown wearing a long-sleeve black shirt featuring a U.S. flag, a dark hat, and sunglasses. Officials believe the fatal shot was fired from a rooftop about 200 yards away from where Kirk was speaking. Investigators collected a high-powered bolt-action rifle, along with palm, footwear, and forearm impressions, which were found on the rooftop believed to be the shooter’s vantage point. The suspect remains at large, and law enforcement has offered a $100,000 reward for information that…
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Charlie Kirk’s remains were transported from Utah to Arizona aboard Air Force Two, accompanied by Vice President J.D. Vance, Kirk’s family, and close associates. The transfer took place after the university and medical authorities released the body following his fatal shooting during the Utah Valley University event. The funeral arrangements are being handled by his widow, Erika, and their two children, who were joined by prominent conservative figures during the journey. Arizona, which is Kirk’s home state, will host the memorial service and burial. Security around the transfer was heightened, and the family requested privacy and respect during this process.…
Pastor Jeff Hibbs, who was present at Utah Valley University during the “American Comeback Tour” event, offered a moving account of the moments surrounding Charlie Kirk’s assassination. Hibbs said his brother was only 25 to 35 feet away from Kirk when everything changed—“standing together before the event started … everything looked great,” he recalled. Just a short time later, his brother called to tell him he heard gunfire, saw people screaming and running. Hibbs urged those mourning to hold on to Kirk’s faith, saying this wasn’t the end of his story. He emphasized that Kirk had strong convictions and believed…
New details are emerging from the chaotic scene at Utah Valley University where conservative activist Charlie Kirk was assassinated. Video footage shows a man in the audience—bearded, wearing a black shirt and a backward cap—reacting in a way that has stunned viewers. Instead of seeking cover like most of the crowd, the man raised his fists in the air, shouted “USA, USA, USA!” and turned his head toward the direction of the gunfire. The incident took place in front of roughly 3,000 attendees gathered for Kirk’s “American Comeback Tour.” Witnesses recall the moment the shot rang out, striking Kirk in…
Several months before his death, Charlie Kirk publicly warned that what he described as an “assassination culture” was growing on the left side of the political spectrum. In an April post, Kirk shared survey results showing that a large portion of left-leaning respondents believed it could be justified to kill public figures—figures such as Donald Trump and Elon Musk were specifically named. He argued that political losses were increasingly viewed by some as warranting violent retaliation. Those warnings now appear prescient, as Kirk was fatally shot while speaking at Utah Valley University. The manner of his death—during a public event…
Federal agents have released the first images of a person of interest in the investigation into the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Authorities are urging anyone who recognizes the individual to come forward with information. The visuals were shared publicly as part of a broader effort to track down the perpetrator, who remains at large. Law enforcement confirmed the images come from multiple surveillance sources around the time of the shooting. Officials say the figure captured may have played a key role in planning or executing the attack, though no formal charges have been filed against them yet. The FBI has…
On a recent episode of CBS Mornings, host Nate Burleson asked former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy whether the Republican Party should examine its rhetoric in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s killing. Burleson pointed out that some of Kirk’s public statements had offended specific communities, and asked McCarthy if this tragedy could serve as a moment of reflection on how political leaders’ words might fuel broader tensions. In response, McCarthy said the issue of political violence isn’t unique to one party but is a national problem. He cited other recent violent events — like the Minnesota school shooting and last year’s…
Rep. Seth Moulton of Massachusetts has called on President Donald Trump to rescind pardons granted to individuals involved in the January 6 Capitol breach, tying the request to the recent assassination of activist Charlie Kirk. Speaking during a CNN interview, Moulton said if Trump truly wants to stem political violence, he should begin by revoking pardons for those who attacked law enforcement, targeted Speaker Pelosi, and attempted harm against Vice President Pence during the Capitol attack. Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, was shot dead while speaking at Utah Valley University during his “American Comeback Tour.” Law enforcement recovered a…
Senate Republicans have changed Senate rules to allow the use of a simple majority vote for confirming certain of President Trump’s executive-branch nominees, breaking past a filibuster blockade by Democratic senators. The move—known as the “nuclear option” and the fourth time it has been used in Senate history—was triggered after a bipartisan agreement failed. Under the new rules, dozens of non-Cabinet, non-judicial nominees can be confirmed in batches rather than one by one. Senate Majority Leader John Thune led the effort, accusing Democrats of stalling the confirmation process. Democrats, including Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, warned that the change could reduce…
Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles has declined to directly support former President Donald Trump’s demand that Decarlos Brown Jr.—the man accused of fatally stabbing Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska aboard a light-rail train—receive the death penalty. Brown, 34, currently faces state charges for first-degree murder and a federal charge for causing death on a mass transportation system, which could allow for capital punishment. Mayor Lyles has focused instead on transit security and criminal justice reforms. She announced increased security on the Lynx Blue Line, including added patrols and more security staff, but emphasized the need for bipartisan solutions and respect for due…
Charlie Kirk, conservative commentator and Turning Point USA co-founder, was fatally shot during a live event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, on September 10, 2025. He was struck in the neck around 12:10 p.m. local time while speaking under an outdoor tent as part of his “American Comeback Tour.” Eyewitnesses say the shot came from a building about 200 yards from where Kirk stood on stage. Panic broke out immediately in the crowd, with videos showing attendees fleeing as Kirk collapsed and security rushed to his aid. Initial reports suggested a person of interest had been detained, but…
Evergreen, Colorado — A quiet afternoon at Evergreen High School turned to chaos when gunfire erupted just after noon, leaving multiple students wounded and a community reeling. Authorities say the suspected gunman, a male student at the school, carried out the attack using a handgun, firing both outside the building and inside its hallways before turning the weapon on himself. The swift response from law enforcement brought the situation under control within minutes, preventing what officials say could have been an even greater tragedy. Two students were struck by bullets during the attack. One remains in critical condition at CommonSpirit…
While speaking at an outdoor event at Utah Valley University in Orem, conservative activist Charlie Kirk, co-founder of Turning Point USA, was shot in the neck and died. The incident happened during his “American Comeback Tour,” shortly after noon. Video and eyewitness accounts depict the terrified crowd’s reaction as Kirk passed out and fell out of his chair. He was taken right away to a local hospital, where his injuries ultimately caused his death. Authorities think the shot may have come from the Losee Center, but it was fired from a rooftop about 200 yards away. After the event, a…
New York City police released disturbing new surveillance images and identified 42-year-old Jamel McGriff as a suspect in the brutal deaths of Frank and Maureen Olton, ages 76 and 77, in Queens. Authorities allege McGriff used deceit to enter the couple’s home by claiming he needed to charge his phone. Surveillance video places him arriving around 10:18 a.m., asking for help from neighbors, then gaining access to the Olton residence through the backyard. He was later seen leaving with two bags at about 3:00 p.m. Emergency responders were alerted to a fire at the home. When firefighters extinguished it, victims…
The family of 23-year-old Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska has issued its first public statement since her fatal stabbing aboard a Charlotte light-rail train on August 22, calling for accountability and sweeping reforms in public safety. In a statement released via their attorney, the family described Iryna as “kind and hardworking,” deeply loved by friends and family. They said their grief is incomprehensible: Iryna “came here to find peace and safety … instead her life was stolen from her in the most horrific way.” They say no family should ever face what they are now going through. They urged that the…