Venue Archives

Minneapolis Court Rejects Venue Change in Retrial of Suspect in Teen Athlete’s Murder Case

MINNEAPOLIS — A Minnesota judge has denied a motion to change the venue for the retrial of Cody Logan Fohrenkam, the man implicated in the 2022 killing of 15-year-old Deshaun Hill, a north Minneapolis high school student and athlete. Fohrenkam, 32, who was initially convicted of second-degree murder, follows a decision by an appeals court to reverse his conviction and sentence of 38-and-a-half years, paving the way for a new trial. Defense lawyers had sought …

Teen Sentenced to 23 Years for Fatal Shooting at Minneapolis Punk Venue, Community Reflects on Justice and Healing

Minneapolis, MN – An 18-year-old, Dominic Burris, has been sentenced to 23 years in prison for a deadly shooting during a punk concert last year that left one man dead and six others injured. The violent episode struck the heart of Minneapolis’ vibrant music scene, shedding light on broader social issues. The incident occurred on August 11, 2023, when Burris and another teen sought alcohol at a residence doubling as a local performance venue known …

Oven Explosion at Bend Gaming Venue Leads to Emergency Response, Minor Injuries Reported

Bend, OR — An incident involving a gas leak and a subsequent minor explosion in a pizza oven prompted the response of several fire units to Bend Poker Room on Thursday evening. The event, which occurred just before 5:00 p.m. on NE Greenwood Avenue, fortunately resulted in no significant damage or sustained fires. Deputy Fire Marshal Cindy Kettering explained that the oven’s burners failed to ignite the gas initially, allowing it to accumulate inside the …

Club Q Families and Survivors File Landmark Suits Against Authorities and Venue, Seeking Justice and Reforms Following Tragic Shooting

Colorado Springs, Colo. — Legal actions have been initiated by survivors and relatives of those slain in the 2022 mass shooting at Club Q, targeting both governmental entities and the venue itself. Allegations have surfaced, accusing officials and the club of failing to take preventative measures that could have averted the tragedy at the LGBTQIA+ nightclub. On the eve of the second anniversary of the attack, the lawsuits, filed in the U.S. District Court, express …

Fatal Dispute Among Security Guards Rocks Memphis Entertainment Venue

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — An investigation is underway after a man was fatally shot at a popular family entertainment center in Memphis, sparking concerns about security measures and raising questions about the circumstances leading up to the incident. The shooting occurred in the parking lot of Main Event on Monday night, where a security guard was found deceased. Memphis Police Department responded to the scene around 7:15 p.m. after receiving reports of the shooting. Upon arrival, …

Post-Concert Tragedy: Man Fatally Shot After Leaving Harrisburg Music Venue

Harrisburg, PA — Tragedy struck early Friday morning when a man was fatally shot just moments after he and his girlfriend exited a music venue in Harrisburg. The incident occurred across from the Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center (HMAC), shortly after a concert had concluded there. The victim, whose name and age remain undisclosed as investigations continue, had just left a performance by Rob49 in HMAC’s Capitol Room. Police report that the shooting happened at around …

Jason Aldean Under Fire Again: CMT Performance Sparks Controversy with Choice of Venue

Austin, Texas – Country singer Jason Aldean faced backlash during his performance at the 2024 CMT Awards held in front of The University of Texas Austin’s main building, known as the Tower. The choice of venue stirred controversy due to its tragic history as the site of a deadly shooting in 1966, where 14 people lost their lives. This location was particularly sensitive for Aldean, as he had previously been involved in a mass shooting …

ISIS Claims Responsibility for Deadly Concert Venue Attack in Moscow, Unleashing Graphic Footage of Gunmen Executing Russia’s Worst Terror Incident in Decades

MOSCOW, RUSSIA – ISIS, the Islamic State group, has claimed responsibility for a deadly assault on a concert venue in Moscow, marking Russia’s worst terror attack in decades. The terror group released graphic footage depicting its gunmen carrying out the attack. ISIS-K, a branch of ISIS formed in 2015, has been actively operating in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Iran. Following the decline of ISIS’ self-proclaimed caliphate in Iraq and Syria, the group has transformed into a …

Explosions Rock Moscow Music Venue in Deadly Terror Attack

Moscow, Russia – A tragic incident unfolded as shootings, explosions, and a fire erupted at a concert hall in Russia, leaving dozens dead in what authorities are investigating as a terrorist attack. The country’s top investigative agency, Russia’s Federal Security Service, reported that at least 40 people lost their lives and over 100 others sustained injuries at Crocus City Hall, a music venue, marking one of the deadliest attacks in the nation in recent years. …

Deadly Terror Attack Unfolds at Moscow Music Venue, Dozens Killed and Injured

Moscow, Russia – A tragic scene unfolded at a music venue in Moscow, as at least 40 individuals lost their lives and 100 others sustained injuries in a violent armed attack. The incident took place at Crocus City Hall in Krasnogorsk during a performance by the rock band Picnic. Reports indicate that four gunmen, dressed in camouflage, unleashed chaos by opening fire at the venue, leaving a trail of devastation in their wake. The Foreign …