Fox News Hourly Update – Detailed Summary
Episode: 10PM ET 07/13/2025 Newscast | Release Date: July 14, 2025
The Fox News Hourly Update for July 13, 2025, delivers a comprehensive overview of significant events nationwide and globally. This summary captures the key discussions, insights, and conclusions from the episode, structured into clear sections for ease of understanding.
1. Deadly Shooting in Lexington, Kentucky
Reporter: Angelo Bavaro
Timestamp: [00:02] - [01:05]
The newscast opens with a tragic report from Lexington, Kentucky, where a deadly shooting unfolded earlier in the morning.
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Angelo Bavaro reports:
"A deadly shooting in Lexington, Kentucky. I'm Angelo Bavaro, Fox News. Police say that shooting this morning began by an airport and wound up at a church with that suspect being shot dead, but not before he shot at a state trooper."
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Lawrence Weathers, Lexington Police Chief, provides details:
"Preliminary information indicates that the suspect may have had a connection to the individuals at the church. Four individuals were shot on church property. Two female victims were pronounced deceased at the scene. The other two victims, both male, were transported to a local hospital."
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Madison Scarpino adds context:
"Kentucky State Police say this all started just after 11:30 this morning when the suspect shot a state trooper somewhere in Fayette County. Kentucky State Police say that's when the suspect fled to Richmond Road Baptist Church in Lexington. Richmond Road Baptist Church is just off of I75 in Lexington in a fairly desolate, lit area. It's a Sunday. This happened late in the morning, so you can imagine there was a pretty decent crowd there."
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Angelo Bavaro updates on the injured trooper:
"The injured trooper is in stable condition."
[01:05]
This segment highlights the severity of the incident, the swift response by law enforcement, and the ongoing investigation into the suspect’s motives and connections.
2. One-Year Review of Secret Service Protocol Failures
Hosts: Rand Paul, Sean Curran, Grinnell Scott
Timestamp: [01:13] - [01:59]
Reflecting on the one-year anniversary of an assassination attempt in Butler, the discussion centers on the Secret Service's handling of the situation.
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Rand Paul, Republican Senator and Homeland Security Committee Chairman, critiques past failures:
"President Donald Trump, Republican Senator and Homeland Security Committee Chairman Rand Paul of Kentucky on CBS Face the Nation called the assassination attempt in Butler a year ago the result of a cascade of errors. He said the shooter was seen and suspected by police at the event."
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Sean Curran responds sharply:
"That should have been enough to take the president off the stage."
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Rand Paul continues the criticism:
"Senator Paul also said requests for snipers were denied until Butler."
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Sean Curran adds:
"If he had not had counter snipers, that assassin would have popped up again."
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Rand Paul addresses the Secret Service’s response to the criticism:
"In light of the report, Secret Service Director Sean Curran said in a statement substantive reforms have addressed those and other failures by the agency."
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This segment underscores the ongoing debate over security protocols and accountability within government agencies, highlighting calls for reform and increased vigilance.
3. Search and Rescue Operations Interrupted by Flooding in Kerr County, Texas
Reporters: Colt Lee, Katie Byrne
Timestamp: [03:08] - [04:00]
The update shifts focus to Kerr County, Texas, where search and rescue teams are grappling with severe flooding that has temporarily halted their efforts.
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Colt Lee shares his on-the-ground experience:
"Any rain is a setback in this massive recovery effort."
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Katie Byrne discusses the impact of erosion:
"There's a possibility that the erosion can, you know, move some things around and make some things more discoverable that might not have been. But generally speaking, it is just a hindrance at the moment, you know, because it does pause everything."
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Colt Lee elaborates on the humanitarian aspect:
"Thousands of responders have been looking on land and in the water for more than a week, desperately trying to reunite families with their loved ones. Some light and so much darkness. Among the vast volunteer effort, two little girls raising money for flood victims with a lemonade stand. They gave it to a couple they never met before, Katie and Bud, who lost neighbors, their home and everything they own, all swept away."
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Angelo Bavaro summarizes the toll:
"At least 129 people are dead and about 170 missing. President Donald Trump toured that region last week."
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This section highlights the ongoing struggles faced by residents and rescue teams in the aftermath of devastating floods, emphasizing both the human and environmental challenges.
4. Record-Breaking Mars Meteorite Up for Auction at Sotheby's
Reporter: Paul Stevens
Timestamp: [04:12] - [04:51]
A significant scientific find is set to make headlines as a massive Mars meteorite goes on auction.
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Paul Stevens reports:
"It's a 54-pound chunk of the planet Mars estimated to fetch 2 to 4 million dollars when Sotheby's in New York starts taking bids on Wednesday. It's officially known as NWA 16788 and it's the biggest piece of Mars ever found on Earth. The meteorite is believed to have been blown off the surface of Mars by a massive asteroid strike before traveling about 140 million miles to Earth and crashing into the Sahara. A meteorite hunter found it in Niger back in November of 2023. Sotheby says it measures nearly 15 inches by 11 inches by 6 inches."
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Grinnell Scott adds:
"It's an interesting time for business..."
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This segment showcases the intersection of science, commerce, and curiosity, highlighting the value and significance of extraterrestrial materials on Earth.
5. Superman/DC Studios Reboot Achieves Massive Box Office Success
Reporter: Angelo Bavaro
Timestamp: [04:51] - [05:05]
Concluding the update, the focus shifts to the entertainment industry with impressive box office numbers for a major film reboot.
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Angelo Bavaro announces:
"For Superman and DC studios at the box office. The James Gunn directed Reboot opened with 122 million bucks in ticket sales in the US and Canada. It was the third largest opening of this year."
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Andrew Obavara concludes:
"This is FOX news."
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This brief but impactful report underscores the commercial success and cultural impact of high-profile film releases within the superhero genre.
Conclusion
The July 13, 2025, episode of the Fox News Hourly Update effectively covers a spectrum of urgent and noteworthy topics:
- A heartbreaking shooting incident in Lexington, Kentucky, highlighting issues of public safety and law enforcement response.
- A critical examination of the Secret Service's protocols a year after a failed assassination attempt, emphasizing the need for agency reforms.
- Ongoing challenges faced by search and rescue operations in flood-affected Kerr County, Texas, illustrating the resilience and compassion of responders and volunteers.
- The auction of the largest Mars meteorite ever found on Earth, blending scientific discovery with high-stakes commerce.
- The blockbuster success of the Superman/DC Studios reboot, reflecting trends and consumer preferences in the entertainment sector.
Each segment is enriched with firsthand accounts, expert opinions, and factual reporting, providing listeners with a thorough understanding of current events.
