Fox News Hourly Update
Episode: 10PM ET 08/08/2025 Newscast
Release Date: August 9, 2025
Host: Lisa Lucera
Produced by: FOX News Podcasts
Tragic Shooting in Atlanta Claims Police Officer’s Life
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The evening began with a somber announcement from Lisa Lucera regarding a fatal shooting in Atlanta. A police officer lost his life while responding to an incident near Emory University and the CDC campuses. DeKalb County Interim Chief Gregory Padraig expressed the community's grief, stating, “He was committed to serving the community. At this time, we're asking for the community's prayers for his family, his friends, his loved ones and the entire DeKalb County Police Department family” (00:18).
The gunman was shot and killed at the scene. According to reports from the Associated Press, the assailant was armed with a long gun, and additional weapons were recovered from the area. Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens confirmed that the suspect was apprehended after a week on the run, highlighting the swift resolution of the incident.
Montana Bar Shooting Suspect in Custody
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In Montana, a critical development unfolded as Michael Paul Brown was taken into custody following a deadly shooting at the Ranch Bar west of Anaconda, near Highway 1. Jared Halpern reported from the scene, “Just west of Anaconda near the Ranch Bar just south of Highway 1” (00:52). The tragic event resulted in the deaths of a female bartender in her 60s and three patrons at the Owl Bar. As of now, authorities have not disclosed a motive behind this heinous act.
President Trump Announces Meeting with Vladimir Putin
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A significant diplomatic update came from President Trump, who declared his intention to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin face-to-face in Alaska a week from today. Speaking via Truth Social, Trump shared, “I believe Putin and Ukraine's President Zelensky want to see peace and suggested a ceasefire could mean a swapping of territories” (00:57). This statement followed the announcement of a peace deal between Azerbaijan and Armenia, signaling a potential shift in regional dynamics. Jared Halpern provided additional context: “The president of Azerbaijan and the prime minister of Armenia for a signing ceremony of a peace agreement intended to end more than three decades of conflict” (01:29). The United States is also pledging economic support to both nations, including the development of a transit corridor through a former Soviet republic.
Tennessee Prosecutors Seek Death Penalty in Family Murder Case
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A grim legal development emerged from Tennessee, where prosecutors intend to seek the death penalty for Austin Drummond, accused of murdering four family members last week. Grinnell Scott reported, “The district attorney for Dyer and Lake counties in Tennessee, Danny Goodman, said he intends to prosecute Austin Drummond seeking a sentence of death” (02:37). During Drummond’s hearing via video link, he entered a not guilty plea, and Judge Andrew Cook denied bond. The victims included the parents, an uncle, and a grandmother of an infant, with the child left abandoned in the front yard. Drummond faced four first-degree murder counts, along with kidnapping and weapons charges, after being apprehended following a week-long manhunt fueled by public tips and sightings.
Boar's Head Deli Plant Set to Reopen Despite Past Sanitation Issues
Timestamp: [03:17]
In public health news, the Boar's Head deli meat plant in Jarrett, Virginia, is scheduled to reopen in the coming months despite a history of sanitation problems. Lisa Lucera detailed, “Federal health officials lifted a forced suspension at the company's Jarrett, Virginia site, but new documents show sanitation problems similar to those that led to listeria contamination at three other company sites in Forest City, Arkansas, New Castle, Indiana and Petersburg, Virginia, are still a factor” (03:17). This decision raises concerns about the company’s commitment to food safety and the potential risks to consumers.
Cincinnati Street Brawl Leads to Multiple Indictments
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A disturbing incident in Cincinnati resulted in six individuals facing multiple criminal charges following a viral mob attack. Mike Tobin reported, “Eight criminal charges for each of the six people arrested in connection with this viral mob beatdown video from Cincinnati” (03:46). The grand jury in Hamilton County, Ohio, indicted the suspects on counts including felonious assault, assault, and aggravated rioting, with potential penalties nearing 30 years for each conviction. The altercation was particularly violent towards a woman identified only as Holly, who sustained serious injuries. Holly recounted her ordeal, stating, “She was punched right in the face and hit the ground unconscious with her eyes wide open. She says no one called an ambulance and she accuses Cincinnati police of being dismissive of the whole mob scene” (03:46).
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