Fox News Hourly Update – 10PM ET 09/17/2025 Newscast

Date: September 18, 2025
Host: FOX News Podcasts
Summary prepared for: Listeners seeking a comprehensive recap of this newscast’s main stories

Episode Overview

This episode of the Fox News Hourly Update provides breaking and developing news on key national stories: the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night program, national reactions and updates following the assassination of Charlie Kirk, a deadly shooting involving law enforcement in Pennsylvania, immigration and citizenship changes, the launch of the Georgia governor’s race, consumer price cuts from General Mills, and a brief market snapshot. The coverage is fast-paced, focused on current events, and maintains a tone both serious and urgent.

Major Stories & Key Insights

1. Jimmy Kimmel Suspended After Controversial Remarks

[00:02 – 00:39]

• Jimmy Kimmel Live Suspended: ABC indefinitely suspends the show after comments made by Jimmy Kimmel about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
  • The suspension is prompted by backlash and a decision from a major station owner to drop the program.
• Regulatory Commentary:
  • FCC Chair Brendan Carr on Fox’s Sean Hannity:

    “ABC’s recognized the show was not operating in the public interest in accordance with their broadcast license.” (00:13)

  • Carr’s broader critique:

    “They went from going for applause from laugh lines to applause lines. They went from being court jesters that would make fun of everybody in power to being court clerics and enforcing a very narrow political ideology.” (00:27)

• Political Reactions:
  • President Trump celebrates the suspension, congratulating ABC via Truth Social. (00:39)

2. National Response to Charlie Kirk’s Assassination

[00:39 – 01:16]

• Public Mourning and Renewed Activism:
  • Constant stream of supporters visiting Turning Point USA headquarters to pay respects. (00:39)
  • Surge in student interest: Over 54,000 requests to start new Turning Point USA chapters in the past week, compared to the 2,100 existing nationwide.
    • Jeff Paul (reporting):

      "There's also been this renewed interest in his organization. In the past week, Turning Point USA says it has received more than 54,000 requests from students nationwide to start new chapters." (00:54)

• Suspect in Custody:
  • Tyler Robinson (23) charged with aggravated murder and could face the death penalty if convicted. (01:16)

3. York County Police Shooting: Officers Killed Serving Warrant

[01:16 – 01:51]

• Incident Details:
  • Three law enforcement officers killed, two injured in southern Pennsylvania during a warrant service.
  • The suspect is dead.
• Governor’s Response:
  • Gov. Josh Shapiro praises officers and addresses their families:

    "It’s an extraordinary thing that these law enforcement families do. They support the individual who puts on the uniform and runs toward danger." (01:41)

  • Shapiro adds a plea to prevent the normalization of violence. (01:51)

4. Immigration Changes: Trump Letters and Stricter Citizenship

[03:11 – 03:48]

• Trump-Letter to New Citizens:
  • Newly naturalized citizens receive welcome letters from President Trump at ceremonies.
  • Quote from the letter:

    “…this rich heritage is now yours to protect, promote and pass down to the next generation.” (03:13)

• Tighter Immigration & Citizenship Measures:
  • Enhanced vetting, overhauled (tougher) citizenship test.
  • DHS surging resources to detain and deport undocumented immigrants.
  • Report by Jared Halpern in Washington. (03:13)

5. Georgia Governor’s Race Gains New Entrant

[03:48 – 04:16]

• Republican Brad Raffensperger, Georgia Secretary of State who rebuffed Trump’s 2020 demands, announces gubernatorial run.
• Other Candidates:
  • Republicans: Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, Attorney General Chris Carr.
  • Democrats: Ex-Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, State Senator Jason Estevez, ex-Labor Commissioner Michael Thurmond.

6. General Mills Drops Prices Across Two Thirds of Products

[04:16 – 04:52]

• Price Cuts Cited:
  • A response to changing consumer habits; price cuts to reach most of their brands (e.g., Cheerios, Pillsbury).
• Corporate Update:
  • CEO Jeff Harmening says half the price cuts are already in effect.
  • The company’s sales dipped by 7%, but earnings exceeded expectations.
  • General Mills is also launching new products and ramping up marketing.
• Report by Jenica Sola.

7. Stock Market Recap

[04:52 – 05:03]

• Fed moves:
  • Federal Reserve cuts a key interest rate by 0.25%.
• Market performance:
  • The Dow rose by 260 points; the NASDAQ fell by 72.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Brendan Carr (FCC Chair) on Kimmel/ABC:

  • “They went from going for applause from laugh lines to applause lines. They went from being court jesters … to being court clerics and enforcing a very narrow political ideology.” (00:27)

• Gov. Josh Shapiro on fallen officers:

  • “It’s an extraordinary thing that these law enforcement families do. They support the individual who puts on the uniform and runs toward danger.” (01:41)

• President Trump's message to new citizens (via letter):

  • “…this rich heritage is now yours to protect, promote and pass down to the next generation.” (03:13)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension: 00:02–00:39
• Charlie Kirk assassination response: 00:39–01:16
• Pennsylvania officer shooting: 01:16–01:51
• Immigration policy update and Trump welcome letter: 03:11–03:48
• Georgia governor’s race: 03:48–04:16
• General Mills price cuts: 04:16–04:52
• Market update: 04:52–05:03

Conclusion

The newscast provides a tightly edited roundup of urgent developments: fallout from high-profile political violence, public figures facing consequences for their words, immigration policy changes, new faces entering major political races, significant price shifts on consumer goods, and shifting market indices. The tone is serious and brisk, with limited but pointed commentary and direct sourcing from newsmakers.