Fox News Hourly Update: 10PM ET 10/11/2025 Newscast

Date: October 12, 2025
Host: Jane Fergus
Podcast: Fox News Hourly Update

Episode Overview

This episode delivers a concise roundup of significant national and international news developments, including the Gaza peace deal negotiations, a tragic shooting in Mississippi, a high-profile legal case involving New York’s attorney general, security concerns at the Chicago Marathon, and the death of Hollywood icon Diane Keaton.

Main News Topics and Insights

1. Gaza Ceasefire: The First Phase of Peace Negotiations

[00:02-00:56]

• Ceasefire Initiated: Israel has begun withdrawing troops to previous lines as a ceasefire takes effect in Gaza.
• US Engagement: Fox’s Jennifer Griffin details how the US will collaborate with Egypt, Turkey, Qatar, and the IDF on future negotiations and coordination of humanitarian and security aid.
• International Efforts: Plans include aerial surveillance and preparation for Gaza’s reconstruction.
• Unresolved Issue: The possibility of renewed conflict remains if Hamas refuses to disarm; US officials see no evidence yet of Hamas willingness to do so.
  • Quote:
    • “The biggest question is, will Hamas disarm? We've seen no evidence of it as yet.”
      — Jennifer Griffin [00:34]
    • “If they don't, then you could be back to fighting in a very short period of time.”
      — Jennifer Griffin [00:45]
• Hostages Situation: 48 believed held in Gaza; only 20 thought alive. The priority is getting hostages home.

2. Shooting at Leland, Mississippi Homecoming

[00:56-01:37]

• Incident Overview: Six people reported dead, several injured at a downtown event during Leland High School’s homecoming weekend, about 100 miles north of Jackson, MS.
• Investigative Actions: FBI agents are assisting local police in canvassing, conducting interviews, and reviewing both video and physical evidence.
  • Quote:
    • “The FBI…has brought agents in to assist in the canvassing, the interviewing, the evidence review, both video and physical evidence review.”
      — Robert Eickoff, FBI [01:28]
• Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is also involved as details remain scarce.

3. National Guard Troops in Illinois

[01:37-01:59]

• Court Ruling: An appeals court allows National Guard troops, sent to Illinois by President Trump, to remain but restricts them from protecting federal property or participating in patrols.

4. Security and Immigration at the Chicago Marathon

[03:12-03:53]

• Immigration Tensions: Around 3,000 Mexican runners are registered for the upcoming Chicago Marathon, raising concerns of a possible ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) presence.
• Official Responses:
  • Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson urged runners to “demonstrate resistance by not bending the knee to tyranny” [03:40], referencing fears around immigration enforcement.
  • The Chicago Parks District clarified via social media that they had no information on ICE agents targeting the event.
• Event Scale: The marathon is expected to draw roughly 43,000 participants and nearly 2 million spectators.

5. NY Attorney General Letitia James Indicted

[03:53-04:31]

• Allegations: Letitia James indicted on charges of bank fraud and making false statements regarding a 2020 Virginia home purchase. Prosecutors allege she misrepresented mortgage details for better terms.
• Political Fallout:
  • Rep. Byron Donalds comments on perceived hypocrisy:
    • “She ran just to go after President Trump and it's wrong…If you live in a glass house, don't throw stones.”
      — Byron Donalds [04:21]
• James Responds: She labeled the indictment a “politically motivated attack,” accusing the Trump administration of “pursuing retribution at any cost.” [04:31]

6. Diane Keaton Dies at 79

[04:31-05:06]

• Hollywood Mourning: Diane Keaton, Oscar-winning actress and star of classics like The Godfather and Annie Hall, has died at age 79 in California.
• Legacy: Career highlights included acting, writing, directing, and photography. Cause of death was not specified.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Jennifer Griffin on Hamas Disarming:
  • “The biggest question is, will Hamas disarm? We've seen no evidence of it as yet.” [00:34]
• Robert Eickoff, FBI, on Shooting Investigation:
  • “The FBI…has brought agents in to assist in the canvassing, the interviewing, the evidence review, both video and physical evidence review.” [01:28]
• Mayor Brandon Johnson to Mexican Marathon Runners:
  • “…demonstrate resistance by not bending the knee to tyranny.” [03:40]
• Byron Donalds on Letitia James:
  • "If you live in a glass house, don't throw stones." [04:26]

Key Timestamps

• Gaza Ceasefire & Negotiations: [00:02–00:56]
• Mississippi Homecoming Shooting: [00:56–01:37]
• National Guard in Illinois Ruling: [01:37–01:59]
• Immigration & Chicago Marathon: [03:12–03:53]
• Letitia James Indictment: [03:53–04:31]
• Diane Keaton Obituary: [04:31–05:06]

Summary Prepared For: Listeners seeking an up-to-date, engaging overview of major events and their implications as reported by Fox News on October 12, 2025.