Charlie Kirk Case Moves to Trial, SLC’s Apartment Shrinkage, Pride Ride Returns

It’s official: Tyler Robinson will stand  trial in Utah for the killing of political activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University last fall. Host Ali Vallarta and City Cast Salt Lake contributors Cassie Bingham and Kate Groetzinger talk about what to expect as the media circus takes shape. Plus, why are Salt Lake City’s new apartments smaller than Manhattan’s? And we share the lore behind a Pride bike ride reclaiming a dark chapter of Utah history. Resources and references: UVU’s Charlie Kirk Anniversary, LDS Church Is Losing Young Women, Polynesian Pastries [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧] The aggravated murder case against the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk will move to trial [Salt Lake Tribune] People are betting on the man accused of shooting Charlie Kirk. Here’s why his attorneys say they are concerned. [Salt Lake Tribune] New Apartments in SLC Are Smaller Than New Ones in Manhattan - the 6th Smallest in the U.S. [Rent Cafe]  Banished! An Antelope Island Pride Ride Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It’s the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come.  Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Harmons Utah State Fair FanX Red Butte Garden Steelcoated Epoxy Floors WebRoot