More than 100K expected to attend Kirk memorial service
Doors will be open on Sunday to thousands of people at State Farm Stadium for Charlie Kirk's memorial service. On Friday, a man was arrested for allegedly impersonating an officer. Turning Point USA says the man was working as security, but that has raised some eyebrows as to who exactly is in charge of security. FOX 10's Nicole Krasean reports.
Doors will be open on Sunday to thousands of people at State Farm Stadium for Charlie Kirk's memorial service. On Friday, a man was arrested for allegedly impersonating an officer. Turning Point USA says the man was working as security, but that has raised some eyebrows as to who exactly is in charge of security. FOX 10's Nicole Krasean reports.
Man accused of impersonating officer ahead of Charlie Kirk memorial service
Joshua Runkles was arrested on Sept. 19 after the Department of Public Safety said he gained access to the inside of the stadium while armed without proper approval. Turning Point USA spokesperson Andrew Kolvet shared a statement on Sept. 20, that read in part, "This individual was doing advance security for a known guest planning to attend the memorial service tomorrow. We do not believe this person was attempting anything nefarious,- however the advance was not done in proper coordination with the TPUSA security team or U.S. Secret Service."
Joshua Runkles was arrested on Sept. 19 after the Department of Public Safety said he gained access to the inside of the stadium while armed without proper approval. Turning Point USA spokesperson Andrew Kolvet shared a statement on Sept. 20, that read in part, "This individual was doing advance security for a known guest planning to attend the memorial service tomorrow. We do not believe this person was attempting anything nefarious,- however the advance was not done in proper coordination with the TPUSA security team or U.S. Secret Service."
Charlie Kirk memorial heightens security at State Farm Stadium
Following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, a memorial will be held at State Farm Stadium in Glendale. President Trump and Vice President JD Vance will both be in attendance, making for extremely tight security. FOX 10's Kenzie Beach reports.
Following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, a memorial will be held at State Farm Stadium in Glendale. President Trump and Vice President JD Vance will both be in attendance, making for extremely tight security. FOX 10's Kenzie Beach reports.
Thousands expected to attend Charlie Kirk memorial
President Trump and thousands more are expected to attend the event at State Farm Stadium in Glendale. FOX's Amalia Roy has the details from Turning Point USA headquarters in Phoenix.
President Trump and thousands more are expected to attend the event at State Farm Stadium in Glendale. FOX's Amalia Roy has the details from Turning Point USA headquarters in Phoenix.
Charlie Kirk funeral receives highest security designation from federal officials amid reports of threats
The Department of Homeland Security designated the funeral as a Special Event Assessment Rating Level 1, "reserved for events of the highest national significance" and the same severity as the Super Bowl.
The Department of Homeland Security designated the funeral as a Special Event Assessment Rating Level 1, "reserved for events of the highest national significance" and the same severity as the Super Bowl.
Jimmy Kimmel cancellation sparks fierce celebrity split in Hollywood
Hollywood stars are split over ABC’s move to suspend Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show — with some defending the comedian and others condemning his controversial remarks.
Hollywood stars are split over ABC’s move to suspend Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show — with some defending the comedian and others condemning his controversial remarks.
Senate declares Oct. 14 a ‘National Day of Remembrance for Charlie Kirk’ with unanimous resolution
The resolution cited Kirk's advocacy for free speech and faith, as well as him being a champion for individual liberty.
The resolution cited Kirk's advocacy for free speech and faith, as well as him being a champion for individual liberty.
House gives lawmakers $10K a month for personal security after Kirk assassination
Lawmakers will now get $10,000 a month for personal security under a House pilot program, doubled from $5,000, after concerns that threats remain high following Charlie Kirk’s assassination.
Lawmakers will now get $10,000 a month for personal security under a House pilot program, doubled from $5,000, after concerns that threats remain high following Charlie Kirk’s assassination.
Charlie Kirk: UVU grapples with grief after campus shooting
Utah Valley University is still healing after a gunman shot and killed conservative activist Charlie Kirk during an event on campus. FOX’s Sarah Alegre reports.
Utah Valley University is still healing after a gunman shot and killed conservative activist Charlie Kirk during an event on campus. FOX’s Sarah Alegre reports.
UVU announces plans to honor Charlie Kirk
The president of Utah Valley University says an early plan to honor Charlie Kirk should be announced next week. She also shared how the tragedy on campus is impacting students and the community.
The president of Utah Valley University says an early plan to honor Charlie Kirk should be announced next week. She also shared how the tragedy on campus is impacting students and the community.
Man accused of threatening Phoenix LGBTQ bar in Charlie Kirk's name
According to court documents, Treven Gokey told police the assassination of Charlie Kirk, as well as recent school shootings, made him want to harm others to "send a message" specifically to the far left.
According to court documents, Treven Gokey told police the assassination of Charlie Kirk, as well as recent school shootings, made him want to harm others to "send a message" specifically to the far left.
Alleged Charlie Kirk assassin Tyler Robinson negotiated 'gentle' surrender, was afraid of being shot: sheriff
More details have emerged about how accused Charlie Kirk assassin Tyler Robinson was turned over to police while the manhunt for a suspect ensued.
More details have emerged about how accused Charlie Kirk assassin Tyler Robinson was turned over to police while the manhunt for a suspect ensued.
Erika Kirk, widow of Charlie Kirk, elected CEO of Turning Point USA
Following her husband Charlie Kirk's assassination, Erika Kirk has been elected CEO and chair of the board for Phoenix-based Turning Point USA.
Following her husband Charlie Kirk's assassination, Erika Kirk has been elected CEO and chair of the board for Phoenix-based Turning Point USA.
Turning Point USA selects Erika Kirk as new CEO
Following her husband Charlie Kirk's assassination, Erika Kirk has been elected CEO and chair of the board for Phoenix-based Turning Point USA.
Following her husband Charlie Kirk's assassination, Erika Kirk has been elected CEO and chair of the board for Phoenix-based Turning Point USA.
Trump confirms he'll attend Charlie Kirk's funeral: What we know
The president announced that he would be attending Charlie Kirk's funeral which will be held at State Farm Stadium on Sept. 21.
The president announced that he would be attending Charlie Kirk's funeral which will be held at State Farm Stadium on Sept. 21.
Presidents Trump, Obama react to ABC's Jimmy Kimmel decision
Jimmy Kimmel’s show was suspended indefinitely after controversial comments were made about Charlie Kirk.
Jimmy Kimmel’s show was suspended indefinitely after controversial comments were made about Charlie Kirk.
FCC Chair Brendan Carr defends ABC affiliates pulling Jimmy Kimmel show
FCC Chair Brendan Carr told Sean Hannity on Fox News that ABC affiliates were right to drop Jimmy Kimmel on Wednesday, saying broadcasters must serve the public interest and not politics.
FCC Chair Brendan Carr told Sean Hannity on Fox News that ABC affiliates were right to drop Jimmy Kimmel on Wednesday, saying broadcasters must serve the public interest and not politics.
Charlie Kirk: Turning Point USA's Tyler Bowyer remarks on assassination
Slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, established the organization in 2012 and, at the urging of his chief operating officer, Tyler Bowyer, decided to headquarter the operation in Phoenix. Bowyer was considered one of the people closest to Kirk.
Slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, established the organization in 2012 and, at the urging of his chief operating officer, Tyler Bowyer, decided to headquarter the operation in Phoenix. Bowyer was considered one of the people closest to Kirk.
Tyler Robinson charged in Charlie Kirk's murder | FOX 10 Talks
Anchor Brian Webb & Executive Producer Trenton Hooker go beyond the day's stories to dig into the journalism.
Anchor Brian Webb & Executive Producer Trenton Hooker go beyond the day's stories to dig into the journalism.
Charlie Kirk: Utah students return to campus following assassination
A week ago, Tyler Robinson allegedly shot and killed Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, on the Utah Valley University campus. Students returned to classes on Wednesday. FOX's Sarah Alegre has more on this story.
A week ago, Tyler Robinson allegedly shot and killed Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, on the Utah Valley University campus. Students returned to classes on Wednesday. FOX's Sarah Alegre has more on this story.