Fox News Hourly Update — 11AM ET 02/17/2026

Episode Overview

This episode delivers a brisk summary of major national and international news as of the morning of February 17, 2026. The coverage centers around the passing of civil rights leader Reverend Jesse Jackson, ongoing geopolitical negotiations involving Iran, Russia, and Ukraine, several tragic shootings in the United States, financial market updates, and highlights from global celebrations and the Olympics.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Passing of Reverend Jesse Jackson (00:03–00:51)

• Announcement and Legacy

  • Reverend Jesse Jackson, civil rights leader and two-time presidential candidate, has passed away at age 84.
  • His family noted in their statement that Jackson "helped shape a global movement for freedom and dignity."
  • Jackson's legacy includes founding the Rainbow Coalition and championing the voices of the marginalized.

• Cause of Death

  • Jackson had been suffering from a rare neurological disorder known as progressive supranuclear palsy.

• Presidential Reaction

  • Former President Donald Trump expressed condolences, reflecting on their pre-presidency relationship and Jackson's influence:

    • "He was a good man with lots of personality, grit and street smarts. He was very gregarious, someone who truly loved people. ... Jesse will be missed." — Donald Trump (00:37)

    • Trump also credited Jackson's efforts as having contributed to the election of President Barack Obama, stating Jackson did so "without acknowledgment or credit."

2. Iran Nuclear Talks in Geneva (00:51–01:38)

• US-Iran Negotiations

  • Diplomatic discussions in Geneva lasted three hours, facilitated by mediators.
  • US Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz insisted that Iran "has to give up its enrichment capability" and "its already enriched, highly enriched uranium," arguing, "There's no reason except for a weapon that it's enriched to that degree." (01:11)

• Progress from Iran

  • Iran's Foreign Minister announced an understanding on the "main principles" of a potential agreement.
  • During the talks, Iran temporarily closed the crucial Strait of Hormuz for military exercises; this waterway is essential as around 20% of the world’s oil passes through it.

  • "Iran temporarily closed the Strait of Hormuz for live fire military drills ... a vital international waterway off the Iranian coast through which passes 20% of the world's oil." — Jonathan Savage (01:22)

3. Peace Talks: Russia and Ukraine (01:38–01:55)

• US Efforts in Geneva
  • The US is brokering additional peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine.
  • US Ambassador to NATO Matt Whitaker pointed out the main unresolved issue is territorial disputes:

    • "Really one issue and that is territories. But that's going to be the trickiest, toughest issue." — Matt Whitaker (01:51)

4. Domestic US News and Tragedies (02:03–03:41)

• Shooting at Rhode Island Hockey Game (02:27)

  • Three individuals hospitalized and critically wounded at a high school hockey game in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. Two people died amid the chaos as the crowd scattered for safety.

• Family Murder-Suicide Details (02:34)

  • ATF sources stated the gunman, identified as Robert Borgin (who may have also used the name Roberta Esposito as a transgender person), shot his wife, two children, and then himself.

• Shooting at Baltimore Mall (02:46)

  • One person killed and three wounded at a Baltimore, Maryland shopping mall. The shooter remains at large.

• Indiana Police Officer Killed (02:55)

  • In Beech Grove, Indiana, a domestic disturbance escalated, resulting in Officer Brian Elliott being fatally shot. He is remembered as a lifelong member of the community who always wanted to serve his hometown, with a personal affinity for the movie "Hot Fuzz," and had provided security at Eskenazi Hospital, where he later died after life-saving efforts.

    • "A Beach Grove High School graduate went on to Indiana University ... served at the Marion County Sheriff's Office, married his wife Erin ... given life saving care at Eskenazi Hospital where he had once cared for the staff and patients as their security officer." — Therese Crowley (03:14)

5. Financial Markets and World Events (03:42–End)

• Market Update (03:42)

  • The Dow is down 130 points; the Nasdaq down 110 points.

• Global Celebrations

  • Across Asia, Lunar New Year is observed, marking the Year of the Horse in China.
  • Mardi Gras festivities are ongoing from Rio de Janeiro to New Orleans, preceding Ash Wednesday and the start of Lent.

• Olympics Highlight

  • Team USA secured a silver medal in men's team speed skating, their 20th medal, trailing Norway by 10 in the medal count.

    • "Team USA just got silver in men's team speed skating, the 20th American medal ... 10 back at the leader, Norway." — Dave Anthony (03:55)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• "He was a good man with lots of personality, grit and street smarts. He was very gregarious, someone who truly loved people. ... Jesse will be missed." — Donald Trump on Jesse Jackson [00:37]

• "There's no reason except for a weapon that it's enriched to that degree." — Mike Waltz on Iran’s uranium enrichment [01:11]

• "Really one issue and that is territories. But that's going to be the trickiest, toughest issue." — Matt Whitaker on Russia-Ukraine peace talks [01:51]

• "A Beach Grove High School graduate ... served at the Marion County Sheriff's Office, married his wife Erin ... given life saving care at Eskenazi Hospital where he had once cared for the staff and patients as their security officer." — Therese Crowley on fallen Officer Brian Elliott [03:14]

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Jesse Jackson's Death and Tributes — 00:03–00:51
• Iran Nuclear Talks & Strait of Hormuz — 00:51–01:38
• Russia-Ukraine Negotiations — 01:38–01:55
• Rhode Island Hockey Game Shooting — 02:27–02:46
• Baltimore Mall Shooting — 02:46–02:55
• Indiana Officer Killed — 02:55–03:41
• Markets & World Events — 03:42–End

This episode delivers rapid, fact-dense coverage characteristic of Fox News Radio, focusing on major headlines and poignant developments in the U.S. and abroad for listeners who want to stay quickly informed.