the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Paramus NJ, the nation is still reeling from the tragic loss of conservative thought leader and activist Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated on September 10, 2025, at Utah Valley University (UVU). Tonight, the community in Paramus, New Jersey, is gathering to pay tribute to his life and legacy.
A young suspect, a recovered rifle, and a nation on edge
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Washington DC, , The search for the person responsible for the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk intensified yesterday as the FBI released images of a person of interest. The shooting, which took place earlier this week, has sent shockwaves through the country. A manhunt for the unidentified suspect is currently underway in Utah.
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Conservative Leader Charlie Kirk Assassinated During Campus Event
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Utah Valley University, In a shocking turn of events, Charlie Kirk, the prominent conservative activist and co-founder of Turning Point USA, was fatally shot yesterday during an outdoor speaking engagement at Utah Valley University. The 31-year-old influencer, known for his massive following of over 3 million on YouTube, was struck in the neck by a bullet fired from approximately 200 yards away—roughly the length of two football fields. The tragic incident occurred just 20 minutes into the event, which drew a crowd of at least 3,000 attendees. Authorities are actively searching for the suspect, with two individuals briefly detained and later released. Utah Valley University has canceled classes and closed the campus as the investigation unfolds.
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