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charlie kirk funeral date

Glendale, AZ — September 15, 2025

The funeral for conservative activist and Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk has been officially scheduled for Sunday, September 21, 2025, at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona2. The event is expected to draw thousands of mourners, including high-profile political figures, family members, and supporters from across the country.

State Farm Stadium, home of the NFL’s Arizona Cardinals, was chosen to accommodate the anticipated crowd. According to Turning Point USA, doors will open at 8:00 a.m. local time, with the formal program beginning at 11:00 a.m.4. The venue’s scale reflects Kirk’s national influence and the widespread grief following his assassination.

Kirk was fatally shot on September 10 while speaking at Utah Valley University as part of his “American Comeback Tour.” His body was flown back to Arizona aboard Air Force Two, accompanied by Vice President JD Vance and his widow, Erika Kirk5.

The funeral is set to be one of the most politically significant memorials in recent memory. Confirmed attendees include:

President Donald Trump, who ordered flags to fly at half-staff nationwide until the day of the funeral

Vice President JD Vance, who escorted Kirk’s casket from Utah to Arizona

Secretary of State Marco Rubio, among other senior administration officials

Erika Kirk, Charlie’s widow, is expected to deliver remarks. In a livestream following his death, she vowed to continue her husband’s mission and thanked first responders for their efforts3.

Turning Point USA described the event as a “celebration of the remarkable life and enduring legacy of Charlie Kirk”. Kirk, 31, was widely credited with energizing young conservatives and played a key role in President Trump’s 2024 reelection campaign.

A memorial website, fightforcharlie.com, has been launched to share updates and tributes. The organization has not yet confirmed whether the funeral will be live-streamed for remote attendees.

Charlie Kirk’s funeral will be more than a farewell—it will be a reflection of the movement he helped build. As mourners gather in Arizona, the event promises to be a defining moment in the political and cultural landscape of 2025.

atlantic tropical storms

atlantic tropical storms

Miami, FL — September 15, 2025

The Atlantic hurricane season has entered its statistical peak, but the skies remain surprisingly clear. With only six named storms and one hurricane so far, 2025 is tracking below average—but experts say the quiet won’t last.

Meteorologists point to a cocktail of suppressive factors:

Saharan dust choking moisture from the air

High wind shear disrupting storm formation

Stable pressure systems across the Atlantic basin3

These conditions have created a hostile environment for tropical cyclones, even as sea surface temperatures remain high.

Colorado State University researchers predict that the Madden–Julian Oscillation will soon shift, bringing more moisture and instability to the Atlantic. NOAA’s long-range outlook also shows rising probabilities for storm development in late September3.

“We’re seeing the ingredients for a flip,” said David Zierden, Florida’s state climatologist. “The second half of the season could be a different story.”

While the Atlantic has been quiet, the eastern Pacific has been unusually active, with 12 named storms and seven hurricanes already this year. This contrast underscores how regional climate dynamics can diverge sharply—even within the same hemisphere.

With the next named storm set to be Hurricane Gabrielle, residents along the Gulf and East Coast are urged to review emergency plans. The warm waters of the Gulf and Caribbean remain a potent fuel source for rapid intensification4.

Pryor, OK — September 15, 2025

Despite reaching the climatological peak of hurricane season on September 10, the Atlantic basin has remained eerily quiet. For the first time in nearly a decade, no named storm was active on the peak day—a rarity that has meteorologists both puzzled and cautious.

So far, the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season has produced six named storms, including one major hurricane—Erin, which reached Category 5 strength but never made landfall2. The lull is attributed to a combination of dry Saharan air, high wind shear, and stable atmospheric conditions that have suppressed storm formation3.

Meteorologist Ryan Maue described the basin as a “ghost town,” while others warned that the quiet may be temporary. Historically, about 70% of hurricane activity occurs between mid-September and October.

The National Hurricane Center had been monitoring Invest 91L, a tropical wave off the coast of Africa, with high hopes it would become Tropical Storm Gabrielle. However, the system struggled against dry air and dissipated before reaching the Caribbean5.

Still, forecasters caution that the Atlantic is entering a more favorable phase. The Madden–Julian Oscillation, a climate pattern known to boost storm activity, is expected to strengthen in the coming weeks.

Experts warn that “homegrown” storms—those forming in the Gulf of Mexico or near the southeastern U.S. coast—can develop rapidly and leave little time for preparation3. With ocean temperatures in the Gulf reaching record highs, any disturbance could quickly intensify.

“This lull is deceptive,” said Jennifer Francis of the Woodwell Climate Research Center. “Conditions are aligning for a potentially active second half of the season.”