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Prosecutors say the alleged assassin of conservative activist Charlie Kirk confessed to the crime in text messages to his roommate. Plus, the PM’s PNG defence deal fails to launch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plus a number of Texas employees have been fired or are facing discipline for their online comments in relation to Kirk's death, additionally the Texas Education Commissioner says his agency will investigate teachers who posted "reprehensible and inappropriate" content on social media, and two new select committees have been formed by the Republican leaders in the State Legislature to honor Charlie Kirk's legacy.

Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include: Suspect in Charlie Kirk assassination expressed opposition to conservative activist's views, had become 'more political' and likely acted alone, authorities say. Trump says he’ll send the National Guard to Memphis to address crime concerns. A new Whitney Houston duet How Calum Scott made 'I Wanna Dance with Somebody' with the late star. Jane Austen fans step back in time to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the beloved author's birth. AP analysis Presidents are taking longer to approve disaster aid. For some, the wait is agonizing. This year’s song of the summer is a ballad, not a banger. Here's what that says about us. Americans still give awards shows consideration, a new AP-NORC poll finds. As world gets hotter, Americans are turning to more sugar, study finds. New findings by NASA Mars rover provide strongest hints yet of potential signs of ancient life. Invasive, disease-carrying tick found in Maine, the farthest northeast it has been spotted. West Nile virus cases running higher than normal, prompting health warnings. David Bowie's archive opens to the public. Fans can see and touch 1000s of his items. Most US adults think individual choices keep people in poverty, new AP-NORCHarris poll finds. Warming seas threaten key phytoplankton species that fuels the food web, study finds. Mahjong nights draw young crowds to San Francisco bars and restaurants. NFL MVP Josh Allen talks comeback, leadership and marriage. An American nun is ousted after criticizing an Orthodox patriarch's support for Russia's war; a crusader church organ is played again after 800 years Nepal's president appoints former chief justice as interim premier and first woman leader. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

Gov. Spencer Cox (R-UT) announces the arrest in the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk of 22-year-old suspect Tyler Robinson of Utah; President Donald Trump says he will send National Guard to Memphis, Tennessee, the next city he is targeting with federal resources to reduce crime; former White House Press Secretary Karine Jean Pierre gives a closed-door deposition with the House Oversight Committee in its investigation of former President Biden's mental fitness while in office; The Hill's health care reporter Nathaniel Weixel on President Trump's Executive Order signed this week targeting pharmaceutical drug TV ads (30); NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and NATO Supreme Allied Commander Alexus Grynkevich launch "Eastern Sentry," a boost in military assets on the Eastern front in response to Russian drones flying into Polish airspace this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Utah on Wednesday sparked an outpouring of shock, fear and mourning from local religious leaders. Leading Christian, Jewish and Muslim voices grieved and condemned the murder of the 31-year-old activist. In other news, Irving-based subprime auto lender and dealer Tricolor Holdings filed for bankruptcy Tuesday and plans to liquidate its assets, according to court filings. The case comes after allegations of “significant fraud.” Also, a motel manager was attacked and decapitated by an employee following an argument Wednesday. And UT Southwestern scientist Steven McKnight won the 2025 Albert Lasker Basic Medical Research Award. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

AP correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on the suspect in Charlie Kirk's death has been arrested

Fr. Anthony, Tony, and Cristina talk about the goings on, and people in the Parish. Father Anthony opens with prayer after much focus yesterday on the tragic death of Charlie Kirk, Conservative Activist and Co-Founder of Turning Point USA (Conservative Advocacy Group).  After prayer, Father Anthony talks about -ism's: subjectivism, relativism, and hedonism and offers the opinion that these -ism's are destroying our country, as they speak counter to the gospel.  These -ism's keep us from living a God-centered life.  We need to move away from these -ism's that tend to feed individualism and breed narcissism which draw us away from God and faith.  Let us not get angered by this shooting but turn to prayer and focus on God that He may become our center once again. St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish  

04:21 Conservative activist Charlie Kirk assassinated and killer still at large 24:59 Florida AG tells SA to drop charge in stand your ground case 37:40 Officers fatally shoot armed robbery suspect after chase LEO Round Table (law enforcement talk show)Season 10, Episode 183 (2,523) filmed on 09/11/20251. https://www.foxnews.com/live-news/charlie-kirk-shot-utah-valley-university2. https://www.tampafp.com/florida-ag-uthmeier-to-state-attorney-worrell-drop-the-murder-charge-in-stand-your-ground-case/3. https://rumble.com/v6yr2ac-bodycam-video-shows-hpd-officers-fatally-shoot-armed-robbery-suspect-after-.html?e9s=src_v1_upp_aShow Panelists and Personalities:Chip DeBlock (Host and retired police detective)Dr. Travis Yates (retired major)Jeff Wenninger (retired lieutenant and Founder & CEO of Law Enforcement Consultants, LLC)Chuck Springer (retired lieutenant)Related Events, Organizations and Books:Retired DEA Agent Robert Mazur's works:Interview of Bryan Cranston about him playing Agent Robert Mazur in THE INFILTRATOR filmhttps://vimeo.com/channels/1021727Trailer for the new book, THE BETRAYALhttps://www.robertmazur.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/The-Betrayal-trailer-reMix2.mp4Everything on Robert Mazurhttps://www.robertmazur.com/The Wounded Blue - Lt. Randy Sutton's charityhttps://thewoundedblue.org/Rescuing 911: The Fight For America's Safety - by Lt. Randy Sutton (Pre-Order)https://rescuing911.org/Books by panelist and retired Lt. Randy Sutton:https://www.amazon.com/Randy-Sutton/e/B001IR1MQU%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_shareThey're Lying: The Media, The Left, and The Death of George Floyd - by Liz Collin (Lt. Bob Kroll's wife)https://thelieexposed.com/Lt. Col. Dave Grossman - Books, Newsletter, Presentations, Shop, Sheepdogshttps://grossmanontruth.com/Sheriff David Clarke - Videos, Commentary, Podcast, Shop, Newsletterhttps://americassheriff.com/Content Partners:Red Voice Media - Real News, Real Reportinghttps://www.redvoicemedia.com/shows/leo/ThisIsButter - One of the BEST law enforcement video channelshttps://rumble.com/user/ThisIsButterThe Free Press - LEO Round Table is in their Cops and Crimes section 5 days a weekhttps://www.tampafp.com/https://www.tampafp.com/category/cops-and-crime/Video Show Schedule On All Outlets:http://leoroundtable.com/home/syndication/Syndicated Radio Schedule:http://leoroundtable.com/radio/syndicated-radio-stations/Sponsors:Galls - Proud to serve America's public safety professionalshttps://www.galls.com/leoCompliant Technologies - Cutting-edge non-lethal tools to empower and protect those who servehttps://www.complianttechnologies.net/The International Firearm Specialist Academy - The New Standard for Firearm Knowledgehttps://www.gunlearn.com/Aero Precision - "When Precision Counts”https://www.aeroprecisionusa.com/MyMedicare.live - save money in Medicare insurance options from the expertshttp://www.mymedicare.live/

On Wednesday, 31-year-old conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed during an on-campus event near Salt Lake City, Utah. He was there as part of his “American Comeback Tour,” an event series produced by Turning Point USA, the right-wing organization he founded when he was 18 years old. He was a force in the conservative movement who held real political capital. Local officials are calling his killing an act of political violence, and it's the latest in a string of disturbing incidents. For more on who Kirk was, we spoke with reporter Tess Owen, who covers political violence.And in headlines, former Vice President Kamala Harris calls former President Biden's decision to seek re-election "recklessness," President Trump doubles down on his effort to fire a Federal Reserve official, and suspected Russian drones cross into Poland.Show Notes:Check out Tess's work – https://x.com/misstessowen?lang=enCall Congress – 202-224-3121Subscribe to the What A Day Newsletter – https://tinyurl.com/3kk4nyz8What A Day – YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@whatadaypodcastFollow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/crookedmedia/For a transcript of this episode, please visit crooked.com/whataday

Tonight on The Last Word: Charlie Kirk is shot and killed at an event he was hosting at Utah Valley University. Ken Dilanian, Andrew Weissmann, Brigham Tomco, Ryan Reilly, Jim Cavanaugh, and Marc Santia join Lawrence O'Donnell.

Charlie Kirk, a conservative political activist and co-founder of Turning Point USA, has been fatally shot at an event at Utah Valley University. The shooter is believed to have fired once from a nearby roof in a “targeted attack,” according to the Utah Department of Public Safety. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Federal agents are intensifying their search for the person who shot and killed conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The 31-year-old was killed yesterday as he was speaking to a crowd at Utah Valley University. Geoff Bennett has the latest. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

On today's Political Breakfast, strategists Brian Robinson and Tharon Johnson and host Lisa Rayam reflect on the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The controversial debater and podcast host was fatally shot Wednesday at Utah Valley University. Thousands showed up to Kirk's first fall 2025 college event, which was set to kick-off a national tour. Kirk is credited with mobilizing young Republicans to the polls. He made stops in Georgia in the past, including at UGA last October. Georgia lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are condemning the violence. Plus, this week Atlanta is honoring a 21-year veteran DeKalb County firefighter, who died battling a commercial fire in Lithonia. Preston Fant was trapped after trying to rescue another firefighter, as they worked to put out flames in a film studio warehouse.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the wake of the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, questions about political violence in America are once again front and center. MPR News guest host Chris Farrell and his guests ask: Why is political violence on the rise and how do we respond?Guests:John Hinderaker is the president of the Center for the American Experiment, a conservative policy advocacy group based in Minnesota.David Schultz is a professor of political science and legal studies at Hamline University.Shannon Watson is the executive director of Majority in the Middle, a Minnesota nonprofit that promotes civility in public life.

Send us a textJames reflects on the horrible events of the past week, including the assassination of Charle Kirk. How should Christians respond to such evil? Is there hope? What can we learn from how Charlie Kirk used his platform?

AP correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on the shooting death of Turning Point CEO Charlie Kirk.

Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk is dead in a shooting at a Utah university. The AP's Jennifer King reports.

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One of President Donald Trump's key allies has been shot and killed during a public event at a university in Utah.Charlie Kirk co-founded the Turning Point USA organisation in 2012 to drive conservative viewpoints among young people, and then became the go-to spokesman on television networks and at conferences for the youthful hard-right.It's the latest in a series of attacks on U-S political figures, as ..... reports:

At just 18 committed Christian and college drop out Charlie Kirk established Turning Point USA, an organisation with a mission to spread conservative ideals at liberal-leaning US universities.On Wednesday, now aged 31 and a father of two young children, Kirk was once again at a university campus to debate and spread his socially conservative viewpoint.A roof-top sniper shot him dead in what is being viewed as a politically motivated assassination.In those 13 years, the young man had become one of the most influential voices in US politics and well-known media personality.Kirk's ability to galvanise young people to vote Republican, through his rallies, prolific social media posts, daily podcast, TV appearances and website led to Donald Trump crediting him with being one of a handful of people who helped secure his 2024 election win.His murder, captured on camera, has shocked the United States and the reaction from the president and his supporters has been quick and heartfelt.But who was he and how did he become one of Trump's most avid supporters and trusted confidants?Irish Times Washington correspondent Keith Duggan explains.Presented by Bernice Harrison. Produced by Declan Conlon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fr. Anthony, Tony, and Cristina talk about the goings on, and people in the Parish. Father Anthony focuses on the tragic death of Charlie Kirk, Conservative Activist and Co-Founder of Turning Point USA (Conservative Advocacy Group). He was shot dead at a Turning Point USA event taking place at the Utah Valley University.  Father shared about his life and his work praising his courage and ability to reach today's youth. Father speaks to the chaos and to the senseless loss of life, as we remember 9/11 and asks: What do we do? What needs to change? St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish

On this bonus episode we discuss the recent killing of Conservative Activist Charlie Kirk. Whether if you agreed or disagreed with his stances, THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NO PLACE FOR POLITICAL VIOLENCE! Charlie Kirk was speaking at an event at a local Utah University and was tragically shot in the neck. He is survived by his Wife and 2 children.

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The suspect is still at large following the shooting and killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The Donald Trump ally was shot during an event at Utah Valley University this morning and later died in hospital. Trump has expressed his shock and sadness and ordered all US flags to half-mast. US correspondent Ira Spitzer says Kirk was an influential figure who helped Trump secure the youth vote in the 2024 election - and investigations are currently ongoing. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Donald Trump has described the political assassination of Charlie Kirk as a "dark moment" for America. Sussan Ley denies her leadership is under threat. And Taylor Swift looks set to become the best selling female artist of all time by the end of the year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

P.M. Edition for Sept. 10. President Trump said that conservative political activist and author Charlie Kirk has died after being shot while on stage speaking at an event at Utah Valley University. We hear from WSJ White House reporter Alex Leary about the significance of the shooting. Plus, shares of Oracle surged 36% today on the back of its fiscal first quarter results. WSJ Heard on the Street writer Asa Fitch discusses what's fueling its rise, and where the business goes from here. And U.S. employers are expected to face the highest rise in health insurance costs in 15 years. Journal reporter Anna Wilde Mathews explains why. Alex Ossola hosts. Charlie Kirk Shooting: Live Updates.  Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charlie Kirk, conservative activist and founder of Turning Point USA, is dead after being shot during a campus event at Utah Valley University. There is a suspect in custody and now the investigation begins. FOX's Gurnal Scott speaks with Bill Daly, former FBI Investigator, who says this political violence has no place in our country. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One of the nation’s most prominent conservative activists is dead after he was shot during an event. Charlie Kirk, the head of the conservative youth organization Turning Point USA, was killed while speaking at Utah Valley University. Lisa Desjardins reports and Geoff Bennett discusses Kirk's influence with David Weigel. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Conservative activist Charlie Kirk is shot and killed at an event at Utah Valley University; Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) forces a vote in the Senate on an amendment to release all the files related to the case of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein; NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte says Russia flying drones over Poland "reckless and dangerous… whether it was intentional or not". Poland shot down the drones with the aid of NATO allies; U.S. House of Representatives votes on whether to continue U.S. aid to Ukraine for its war with Russia; Senate Banking committee approves the nomination of Stephen Miran for Federal Reserve Board governor in a party-line vote; Rep.-elect James Walkinshaw (D-VA) is sworn-in after winning Tuesday's special election; Attorney General Pam Bondi announces a major seizure of illegal vaping products around the country smuggled in from China. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Simon's live update for Ben Kentish's late night programme on the UK's LBC.

AP correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on an attack on Charlie Kirk. ((watch for dating))

Chad speaks about another likely politically motivated shooting in America, what we know about the event where Charlie Kirk was shot, and once again some of the early reaction from people using the shooting to push their own political agenda.

Charlie Kirk, conservative activist and founder of Turning Point USA, is dead after being shot during a campus event at Utah Valley University. There is a suspect in custody and now the investigation begins. FOX's Gurnal Scott speaks with Bill Daly, former FBI Investigator, who says this political violence has no place in our country. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One of the nation’s most prominent conservative activists is dead after he was shot during an event. Charlie Kirk, the head of the conservative youth organization Turning Point USA, was killed while speaking at Utah Valley University. Lisa Desjardins reports and Geoff Bennett discusses Kirk's influence with David Weigel. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Charlie Kirk, who helped rally young voters to Republican causes and became a close ally of President Donald Trump, died after being shot during an event in Utah. Kirk, executive director of the conservative Turning Point USA advocacy group, was speaking at an outdoor event at Utah Valley University when the fatal incident occurred. For instant reaction and analysis, Bloomberg Balance of Power cohosts Joe Mathieu and Kriti Gupta speak with: Bloomberg News senior editor Michael Shepard Bloomberg News White House repoter Kate Sullivan Kristen Hawn, ROKK Solutions Partner and Democratic Strategist Marua Gillespie, Bluestack Strategies Founder and Republican Strategist Senator Mike Rounds (R-ND) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The conservative activist and Trump supporter Charlie Kirk has been shot while hosting an event in Utah. Correspondent Toni Waterman spoke to Corin Dann.

Charlie Kirk, the US conservative activist and major ally of President Donald Trump, has been shot dead while speaking at a university campus event in Utah. Police are still looking for the attacker. On social media, Trump wrote, "The Great, and even Legendary, Charlie Kirk, is dead. No one understood or had the Heart of the Youth in the United States of America better than Charlie".Pressure continues to mount on the government over the future of Lord Mandelson as UK ambassador to the US, as more revelations emerge about his past association with Jeffrey Epstein. We speak to one Labour MP who says Mandelson should be sacked.And a defence of the much-maligned author of the Da Vinci Code - Dan Brown - as his first novel in eight years is released.

Charlie Kirk, conservative activist and founder of Turning Point USA, is dead after being shot during a campus event at Utah Valley University. There is a suspect in custody and now the investigation begins. FOX's Gurnal Scott speaks with Bill Daly, former FBI Investigator, who says this political violence has no place in our country. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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US President Donald Trump has said conservative activist Charlie Kirk is dead, following a shooting at Utah Valley University earlier. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conservative activist Scott Presler calls into the show to promote a major Republican rally in Seaside Heights, NJ, aimed at uniting conservatives ahead of the 2025 gubernatorial race. Presler emphasizes the importance of flipping New Jersey red, backing Jack Ciattarelli against Democrat Mikie Sherrill, and highlights recent data showing a narrowing gap in the polls and Democratic voter losses. He outlines a broad Republican coalition strategy involving parents, working-class voters, medical freedom advocates, and more. The conversation also looks ahead to races in Pennsylvania and New York, with Presler voicing support for Elise Stefanik as a potential 2026 gubernatorial candidate. He urges Republicans to abandon defeatist thinking and turn out in full, stressing that “if every Trump voter votes, we win.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brandon Straka, conservative activist best known for founding the #WalkAway campaign, a social media movement encouraging people to leave the Democratic Party, makes his debut with Sid live in-studio to talk about his campaign encouraging individuals to leave the Democratic Party. Straka explains that the #WalkAway movement is inclusive of people from all backgrounds and has amassed over 750,000 participants since its inception in 2018. Recently pardoned by President Trump for his involvement in the January 6th Capitol riot, Straka reveals that he is moving back to New York City to fight against Democratic socialism. He announces an upcoming rally at Union Square aimed at uniting people across the political spectrum to combat the spread of socialism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump is pushing for more control at dozens of colleges and universities, he says to promote free speech, end “wokeism” and clamp down on antisemitism. But many schools are opposing the efforts. Conservative activist Christopher Rufo has been instrumental in triggering the wider response and big changes from the administration. Amna Nawaz spoke with him for our series, On Democracy. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

AP's Lisa Dwyer reports on a conservative activist's lawsuit againt Meta.

Over the past five years, the activist Christopher Rufo has spearheaded the conservative critique of and assault on critical race theory and diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, organizing effective campaigns against government offices, corporations and American universities.In the process, Mr. Rufo has become an influential voice in the ear of the Trump administration as it turns his strategy into a wide-ranging government crackdown on higher education.Michael Barbaro speaks to Mr. Rufo about how far his agenda will go.Guest: Christopher Rufo, a conservative activist and writer.Background reading: Mr. Rufo helped make critical race theory a conservative rallying cry.For more information on today's episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday. Photo: Chona Kasinger for The New York Times Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

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