Bryan Kohberger, accused of murdering four University of Idaho students, has successfully requested a change of trial venue due to concerns about media coverage and public sentiment that could affect his right to a fair trial. Idaho Second District Judge John C. Judge ruled that the extensive publicity and emotional bias in Latah County warranted the move to a larger courthouse in Ada County, though the specific new location is yet to be determined. Kohberger's defense cited the impossibility of finding an impartial jury in the small community, while prosecutors suggested that a larger jury pool could mitigate potential bias. The trial is scheduled to begin in June 2025, and Kohberger faces four counts of first-degree murder, potentially leading to the death penalty if convicted. The ruling follows a significant public outcry and intense media scrutiny of the case, which has left the local community deeply shaken.