Fox News Hourly Update - 11AM ET 01/24/2026 Newscast

Host: Paul Stevens (FOX News Podcasts)
Date: January 24, 2026

Overview

This episode provides a brisk, information-rich roundup of the top national news stories in the U.S., with a strong focus on a paralyzing winter storm, political developments, protests, and policy changes at the federal level. The tone is alert, urgent, and heavy on facts, consistent with FOX News’ concise news update style.

Major Winter Storm Grips the Nation

Segment: [00:02–01:35]

• Meteorological Impact:

  • One of the worst winter storms in years is hitting America’s heartland, with snow, freezing rain, and sleet progressing eastward.
  • “Temperatures pushing down into Texas. We've got a zero on the board. It is seven degrees in Oklahoma City. So we're seeing the snow. We are seeing the ice already falling out there.” — Adam Klotz, FOX Meteorologist [00:15]
  • Winter weather advisories and warnings stretch 2,000 miles, from Texas through New Mexico to New England.

• Primary Concerns:

  • Widespread ice is the greatest hazard, covering much of Texas to D.C., Shreveport, Oxford, Tupelo, and Memphis.
  • “That's enough to take down power lines, take down trees, take down tree branches that would lead to power outages.” — Adam Klotz [00:35]
  • Power outages combined with extreme cold could endanger people for days or even a week.

• Nationwide Disruption:

  • Utility companies anticipate widespread outages lasting days.
  • The storm has caused major flight disruptions:
    • “Over 15,000 US flights have been disrupted as a result of the storm today. More than 3,300 flights… canceled, with over 700 delayed.” — Ainsley Earhart [01:07]
    • Oklahoma City’s airport cancels all flights through Sunday afternoon, bracing for heavier snow.
    • Road conditions are expected to be “impossible,” with strong advisories to stay off highways.

Key Quote

• Adam Klotz, Meteorologist [00:48]:
  “With the power outages and the kind of cold we’re talking about the next couple of days, maybe the next week, that could be really dangerous for folks who are going to be trying to stay warm.”

International Trade Threats

Segment: [01:35–02:00]

• Presidential Threats:
  • President Trump threatens 100% tariffs on Canadian imports if Canada proceeds with its new trade deal with China.
  • The deal: Canada lowers tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs); in return, China reduces import taxes on Canadian farm products.

Key Quote

• Paul Stevens [01:35]:
  “President Trump threatening to impose 100% tariffs on goods imported from Canada if America’s northern neighbor goes ahead with a trade deal with China.”

Minnesota ICE Protests and Arrests

Segment: [02:31–03:23]

• Protest Scale and Temperatures:

  • Thousands protested in Minnesota during a statewide “shutdown” against ICE, braving sub-zero temperatures.
  • “This march and rally… was just massive. Thousands of people… marching for a couple of hours demanding that ICE leave the city.” — Garrett Tenney [02:37]

• Arrests and Tactics:

  • Over 100 arrested at an airport demonstration organized by clergy, blocking traffic to protest deportation flights.
  • At the Federal Whipple Building, agitators with riot gear attempted to block ICE agents, cleared by law enforcement with tear gas and pepper balls.

Key Quote

• Garrett Tenney, FOX News [03:00]:
  “Officials say a group of agitators showed up with a U-Haul filled with shields and riot gear to try and block agents from being able to head out on operations.”

Congressman Hunt’s Attendance Under Scrutiny

Segment: [03:23–04:04]

• Congressional Voting Drama:
  • House GOP extends a vote to await Rep. Wesley Hunt, whose ballot was decisive in blocking a Democratic move to limit President Trump’s war powers.
  • Hunt’s missed votes are attributed to his Senate campaign in Texas.
  • Criticism from Sen. John Cornyn’s camp that Hunt is “refusing to fight for President Trump’s agenda.”
  • “Hunt did not take questions from reporters after votes this week.” — Ryan Schmelz Franklin [03:38]

HUD Orders Citizenship Verification in Public Housing

Segment: [04:04–04:28]

• Federal Action:
  • The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) mandates citizenship verification after audits reveal thousands of ineligible tenants in taxpayer-funded housing.
  • Public housing authorities now have 30 days to comply or face sanctions.

Key Quote

• Paul Stevens [04:04]:
  “HUD ordering citizenship verification after audits it says reveal thousands of ineligible tenants and taxpayer funded housing.”

Memorable Moments & Quotes

• Adam Klotz’s chilling weather warning [00:48]:
  “That could be really dangerous for folks who are going to be trying to stay warm.”

• Garrett Tenney describing protest tactics [03:03]:
  “…eventually cleared out with tear gas and pepper balls.”

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Storm Update & Weather Impact: 00:02–01:35
• President Trump Tariff Threat: 01:35–02:00
• Minnesota ICE Protests: 02:31–03:23
• Congressman Hunt Attendance: 03:23–04:04
• HUD Citizenship Policy: 04:04–04:28

Tone and Style

The reporting is urgent, fact-driven, and brisk, focusing on direct quotes from correspondents and officials. The language remains clear and accessible, with vivid descriptions of national events.

For listeners seeking the essentials on the day’s biggest stories—severe weather, major political moves, civil unrest, and federal policy changes—this episode delivers a comprehensive, real-time snapshot of America on January 24, 2026.