Tag: charlie kirk
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Charlie Kirk remembered in Colorado Springs during national, local observances
On Tuesday, the day conservative political activist Charlie Kirk would have turned 32 years old, homeless people in Colorado Springs received “patriot packs.” Essentials like ham and turkey sandwiches, socks, water bottles, can openers, blankets and clothes, including a Colorado Freedom Convoy shirt from members of the group, were included inside. “We wanted to do…
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Colorado Republican leader criticizes Democrats’ comments about Charlie Kirk
The new Republican leader of the Colorado House sharply criticized Democrats over recent comments about conversative activist Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated earlier this month during an event at a university in Utah. In a letter to the House speaker and the majority leader, Jarvis Caldwell, R-Colorado Springs, asked that the chamber reaffirm its commitment…
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Colorado Springs bikers ride to remember Charlie Kirk
On Sunday, a half-dozen bikers in Colorado Springs gathered to ride in remembrance of Charlie Kirk, joining tens of thousands of attendees at the conservative activist’s funeral the same day. The ride, organized by Wyatt Wulfestieg, a Colorado Springs resident and Christian biker, was meant to serve as a local memorial for the late Kirk,…
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Searching for the ‘off-ramp’: Colorado officials ask if America can step back from political violence
In the aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s assassination on Sept. 10, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox urged the nation to seek an “off-ramp” from the path that leads to political violence. Colorado leaders told Colorado Politics they agreed with Cox in principle, but some questioned whether such a route even exists — and if it does, they…
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Several memorial events for Charlie Kirk planned in Colorado Springs
A candlelight vigil and two memorial drives are planned over the weekend in Colorado Springs for the late Charlie Kirk. Kirk was the CEO and founder of the conservative foundation Turning Point USA. His murder during the first stop of his American Comeback Tour at Utah Valley University on Sept. 10 has led to numerous…
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Community calls for unity during Charlie Kirk vigil at UCCS
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save A candlelit vigil at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) Tuesday night drew hundreds of mourners remembering conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Speakers and attendees expressed hope that his death could serve as a call for unity. The 30-minute memorial was organized by the UCCS…
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District 49 staff members on leave after allegedly expressing approval of Charlie Kirk assassination
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Two staff members at School District 49 are on administrative leave following reports that they approved of the Charlie Kirk assassination. Kirk, a conservative activist, was shot and killed Wednesday during a speaking event at Utah Valley University in Orem. The suspect, identified as Tyler…
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‘How do we go forward?’: Colorado leaders emphasize unity at 9/11 ceremonies
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Following another school shooting in Colorado and the assassination of a prominent conservative activist, state leaders took to the podium Thursday to emphasize the need for unity on a day that united millions 24 years ago. Hundreds gathered at separate 9/11 memorial ceremonies at Mitchell…