Fox News Hourly Update: 10PM ET 10/08/2025 Newscast

Episode Overview

This Fox News Radio Hourly Update delivers a snapshot of national and international news headlines as of October 8, 2025, with a focus on the newly announced Israel-Hamas peace deal, U.S. border data, criminal developments, public health updates, a Nobel Prize announcement, and a shocking incident involving a German mayor. The tone remains urgent, concise, and fact-driven, in keeping with radio newscast style.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Middle East Peace Deal Announcement (00:00–00:53)

• Main Story: Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of a peace deal.
• President Trump's Interview: Trump credits his administration’s use of tariffs as contributing to the climate for Middle East peace.
  • Quote: “This is more than Gaza. This is peace in the Middle East. And it's an incredible thing.” — Donald Trump (00:04)
  • Trump asserts, “The tariffs have brought peace to the world.” (00:19)
• Deal Details:
  • Hostage Release: 20 hostages held by Hamas will be freed Monday in exchange for nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners.
  • Israeli Forces: Some withdrawal from positions in Gaza, but remain within the enclave.
  • Iran's Role: Trump claims Iran will partake in the peace process.
• Phase Two Issues: Focus shifts to disarming Hamas and future governance in Gaza, with Israel insistent that Hamas not remain in power or armed.

2. Palisades Fire Arson Arrest (01:09–01:33)

• Arrest: 29-year-old Uber driver Jonathan Rendernecht is accused of deliberately starting the deadly Palisades fire in Los Angeles.
• Prosecution Details:
  • Federal felony charge for destruction of property by fire.
  • Mandatory minimum five-year sentence; up to 20 years.
  • Prosecutors cite cell phone data and false statements to investigators.
  • Quote: “The complaint unsealed today charges the defendant with destruction of property by means of fire...” — Bill Asale, U.S. Attorney (01:18)

3. New Orleans Jail Break Concludes (01:42–01:59)

• Update: Derrick Groves, last of ten escapees from a New Orleans jail, is captured hiding in Atlanta.
• Resolution: Marks the end of a protracted manhunt.

4. Border Crossings at Historic Low (02:26–03:12)

• Homeland Security Update: Illegal crossings at the southern U.S. border hit a 55-year low.
• Stats:
  • FY 2025 saw about 238,000 apprehensions — lowest since 1970.
  • Most apprehensions occurred in the final months of the Biden administration.
  • Quote: “Preliminary data released by the Department of Homeland Security show that unlawful U.S.-Mexico border crossings are at a 55 year low.” — Tonya J. Powers (02:32)

5. Ebola Outbreak Contained in DRC (03:12–03:34)

• WHO Announcement: The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo shows containment; no new cases since October 1.
  • 64 total cases (14 probable, 43 deaths reported).

6. German Mayor Stabbing (03:34–04:10)

• Incident: Iris Stalzer, newly-elected mayor of Herdecke, Germany, stabbed—allegedly by her teenage daughter.
  • Both daughter (17) and son (15) in custody but may be released to youth welfare authorities.
  • Prosecutors see no political motive.
  • Quote: “The 57 year old has identified her daughter as the attacker...” — Jonathan Savage (03:34)

7. Nobel Prize in Chemistry Announced (04:10–04:23)

• Achievement: Three scientists awarded for work enabling greenhouse gas removal and moisture harvesting from deserts.

Notable Quotes

• Donald Trump:

  • “This is more than Gaza. This is peace in the Middle East. And it's an incredible thing.” (00:04)
  • “The tariffs have brought peace to the world.” (00:19)

• Bill Asale, U.S. Attorney:

  • “The complaint unsealed today charges the defendant with destruction of property by means of fire, a felony that carries a mandatory minimum five year federal prison sentence and is punishable by up to 20 years in federal prison.” (01:18)

• Tonya J. Powers:

  • “Preliminary data released by the Department of Homeland Security show that unlawful U.S.-Mexico border crossings are at a 55 year low.” (02:32)

• Jonathan Savage:

  • “The 57 year old has identified her daughter as the attacker.” (03:34)

Timestamps for Major Segments

• 00:00–00:53: Middle East Peace Deal, Trump on Peace Process
• 01:09–01:33: Palisades Fire Arson Suspect Arrest
• 01:42–01:59: New Orleans Jail Escapee Captured
• 02:26–03:12: Southern U.S. Border Crossing Data
• 03:12–03:34: Ebola Outbreak Update (DRC)
• 03:34–04:10: German Mayor Stabbing Incident
• 04:10–04:23: Nobel Prize in Chemistry

Summary Note
This Fox News Hourly Update delivers swift, authoritative coverage of some of today's most pressing developments — from a major move toward Middle East peace, to law enforcement milestones, to significant science and health news — providing listeners with a diverse and informative news snapshot.