Fox News Live Covers Kirk Crime Scene and 9/11 Remembrances

Lead Fox News Live delivered live reports from the Utah Valley University crime scene where conservative activist Charlie Kirk was assassinated, while also marking the 24th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks.

Nut Graf By combining on-the-ground reporting with archival footage and expert commentary, the broadcast underscored both the shock of a campus killing and the solemn remembrance of a defining moment in U.S. history.

Unusual Crime Scene at UVU

Correspondent Matt Finn described an “unusual” security perimeter still in place Wednesday evening, with investigators scouring outdoor gathering areas near the event venue for forensic evidence.
Officials reiterated that a person of interest remains in custody, and the FBI has joined local authorities in coordinating interviews and reviewing video surveillance.

Legal and Political Reactions

Former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi affirmed that federal prosecutors are exploring the death penalty for the accused killer, citing a potential terrorism enhancement.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker condemned political violence while blaming incendiary rhetoric for increasing domestic threats.

Special Remembrance of 9/11

In a dedicated segment, the program aired footage of morning commemorations at the Pentagon and Ground Zero, highlighting speeches by first responders and family members of victims.
Analysts reflected on how counterterrorism evolved since 2001, noting emerging threats from cyber-enabled extremists.

What’s Next

Viewers were invited to watch “Special Report” with Bret Baier at 6 p.m. ET for an extended interview on national security and further coverage of today’s developments.