Fox News Hourly Update – 11AM ET, February 3, 2026

Main Theme:
This episode delivers a concise roundup of significant national and international news, with segments on international diplomacy, crime, sports injuries, and market movements.

1. International Diplomacy: U.S. Engagements with South American & Middle Eastern Leaders

U.S.-Colombia Relations and the Aftermath of Venezuela Operation

• Key Segment: [00:02-00:48]
• President Trump meets Colombian President Gustavo Petro at the White House, just a month after ex-Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro was jailed in New York on drug and terror charges.
• Quote:
  • Dave Anthony: “Somehow after the Venezuelan raid, he became very nice.” [00:17] (referencing perceived change in Petro’s tone after Maduro’s detention)
• Tensions previously ran high, with “Trump calling Petro a drug dealer and a sick man,” while Petro called Trump “an accomplice to genocide.” [00:25-00:38]
• Topics expected during talks:
  • Countering drug trafficking
  • U.S.-Colombia trade
  • Regional stability, particularly in Venezuela

U.S.-Iran & Mideast Stability

• Key Segment: [00:48-01:17]
• U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff is in Israel for talks, set to meet Iran’s foreign minister amid regional turmoil.
• U.S. Navy enters the region following President Trump’s threats over Iran’s “deadly crackdown on protests” and nuclear negotiations.
• Quote:
  • Tammy Bruce (State Department): “It’s about stability. However the president is going to achieve that, it is going to be done. This is why Iran is at the table, because they understand who’s in charge.” [01:06]

2. U.S. Politics: Government Shutdown & Immigration Debate

• Key Segment: [01:17-01:37]
• House to vote on ending the partial government shutdown, funding all but homeland security through September.
• Homeland Security funding extended for just two weeks—a response to Democratic demands for ICE reforms after Minneapolis raids and shootings.
• Quote:
  • House Speaker Mike Johnson: “Must be a part of that discussion is the participation of blue cities in federal immigration enforcement.” [01:29]

3. Sports Update: Lindsey Vaughn Injury Ahead of Olympics

• Key Segment: [01:37-01:56]
• Olympic skier Lindsey Vaughn, 2010 gold medalist, suffered a severe ACL rupture, meniscal damage, and bone bruising in a crash during practice in Italy.
• Quote:
  • Lindsey Vaughn (statement, paraphrased): She remains “confident she’ll be able to compete in the Olympics.” [01:43]
• The Olympic opening ceremony is scheduled for Friday.

4. Crime & Missing Persons

Search for Savannah Guthrie’s Mother

• Key Segment: [02:16-03:03]
• Ongoing search in Arizona for Nancy Guthrie (mother of Today Show host Savannah Guthrie), missing since Saturday night.
• Investigative Clues:
  • Blood found in her home; signs of forced entry.
  • Pima County sheriff suggests evidence of abduction and possible harm; missing person’s case led by homicide unit.
• Quote:
  • Sheriff: “The 84 year old mother… has medical conditions that require medication and if doses are missed, it can be fatal.” [02:36]

Indiana Teenager Hayley Busby Found Deceased

• Key Segment: [03:03-03:29]
• Remains of 17-year-old Hayley Busby found in southern Indiana, nearly a month after disappearance.
• Suspect Tyler Thomas, 39, from Columbus, Ohio, in custody—charged with pandering sexual material involving a minor and tampering with evidence.
• Quote:
  • Attorney: “I can tell you that he will be entering a not guilty plea if and when he’s charged with a homicide in this matter.” [03:24]

Tyler Robinson Court Update

• Key Segment: [03:50]
• Tyler Robinson, accused of assassinating conservative leader Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University, faces another hearing and possible death penalty.

5. Markets Wrap-Up

• Key Segment: [03:50-03:59]
• Dow hits all-time high before settling up 42 points; NASDAQ falls by 230.
• Walmart hits a $1 trillion market value.

Notable Quotes & Segments (with timestamps)

• Dave Anthony [00:17]: “Somehow after the Venezuelan raid, he became very nice.”
• Rich Edson [00:25]: “President Trump and President Petro spent a large chunk of the time tossing insults…”
• Tammy Bruce [01:06]: “It’s about stability. However the president is going to achieve that, it is going to be done. This is why Iran is at the table, because they understand who’s in charge.”
• Mike Johnson [01:29]: “Must be a part of that discussion is the participation of blue cities in federal immigration enforcement.”
• Lindsey Vaughn (statement, paraphrased) [01:43]: “Confident she’ll be able to compete in the Olympics.”
• Pima County sheriff [02:36]: “The 84 year old mother… has medical conditions that require medication and if doses are missed, it can be fatal.”
• Tyler Thomas’s attorney [03:24]: “He will be entering a not guilty plea if and when he’s charged with a homicide…”

Overall Summary

This episode gives fast-paced reporting on high-stakes diplomacy at the White House and abroad, shifting U.S.-Colombia and U.S.-Iran relations, and the ongoing struggle over border policy at home. Crime stories dominate the domestic focus, with poignant updates on missing persons and court proceedings, while sports and financial news round out the hour. The tone remains urgent, concise, and informative, in keeping with Fox News’ hard-news format.