11AM ET 02/21/2026 Newscast

Summary

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Fox News Hourly Update – 11AM ET | February 21, 2026

Host: Paul Stevens (FOX News)
Theme: Top U.S. and global news stories of the hour

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1. Major Northeast Snowstorm and Blizzard Conditions

Key Discussion Points:

• Tens of millions are bracing for another powerful nor’easter hitting the Northeast.
• Blizzard warnings in effect, especially along the New Jersey coast and into New York City.
• Strong winds and whiteout conditions expected, lasting nearly all day, impacting the I-95 corridor from D.C. through Philly and into NYC.
• The storm, initially predicted to possibly remain offshore, is now trending west, directly affecting densely populated urban areas.

Notable Quote:

“A blizzard really is talking about whiteout conditions though, so visibility could really drop..."
– Meteorologist Adam Klotz, 00:15

Timestamps:

• [00:03] – Introduction, overview of storm severity
• [00:15] – Adam Klotz describes whiteout conditions, storm trajectory, and anticipated impacts

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2. Nancy Guthrie Missing Person Case Update

Key Discussion Points:

• Ongoing search after three weeks of Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance in Pima County.
• Investigators reviewing thousands of tips and surveillance footage.
• The person seen on Guthrie’s doorbell camera is described as male, 5’9”–5’10”, carrying an Ozark Trail backpack.
• Law enforcement is focusing on identifying clothing items and confirming purchase origins.
• DNA analysis continues on biological evidence from inside Guthrie’s home.

Notable Quote:

“Really the main question at this point, who is the person that was seen on Nancy Guthrie's doorbell camera the night she [went] missing?... The only article of clothing ... positively identified is his Ozark Trail backpack...”
– Max Gordon (Tucson correspondent), 01:07

Timestamps:

• [00:57] – Transition to Guthrie case
• [01:07] – Max Gordon provides case status update and investigative details

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3. Former Prince Andrew Under Investigation

Key Discussion Points:

• Despite arrest, Prince Andrew remains eighth in line to the British throne pending any official changes.
• Thames Valley police continue extended searches at the Royal Lodge, Windsor, seeking computers and documents.
• Prince Andrew was arrested on his 66th birthday at Sandringham, questioned for allegations concerning sharing confidential government documents with Jeffrey Epstein while serving as UK Trade envoy.
• He was released after 11 hours but remains under investigation and out of the public eye.
• Andrew denies any wrongdoing.

Notable Quote:

“Andrew was arrested Thursday morning on his 66th birthday at the Sandringham estate in eastern England on suspicion of misconduct in public office... The probe is believed to relate to claims that while serving as UK Trade envoy, Andrew shared confidential government documents with Epstein.”
– Stephanie Bennett (London correspondent), 02:48

Timestamps:

• [02:41] – Update introduction
• [02:48] – Stephanie Bennett details ongoing investigation

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4. Major Cargo Theft Ring Bust in Los Angeles

Key Discussion Points:

• The Los Angeles Police Department dismantled a $5 million cargo theft ring.
• Seizures included supercars, $300,000 cash, and three firearms.
• Five suspects from Corona face felony grand theft charges.
• Investigation focused on stolen container chassis, tractors, and fraudulent vehicle ID numbers.
• Total take: 84 container chassis, 11 tractors, 25 regular vehicles, 6 ATVs, and 2 heavy-duty forklifts.

Notable Quote:

“Police seized a cache of supercars, $300,000 and three guns... Officers impounded 84 stolen container chassis, 11 tractors, 25 vehicles, six all train vehicles and two heavy duty forklifts believed to be associated with fraudulent vehicle identification numbers.”
– Deborah Valentine, 03:40

Timestamps:

• [03:30] – Introduction to cargo ring story
• [03:40] – Details of the bust and seized items

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5. Ruling on Louisiana Ten Commandments Law

Key Discussion Points:

• The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals allowed Louisiana to require public classroom displays of the Ten Commandments.
• The 12-6 full court vote lifted a lower court block, reasoning it is premature to rule on constitutional grounds.
• The decision clears the way for implementation, but legal challenges are anticipated.

Notable Quote:

“The full court voted 12 to 6 to lift a lower court block, saying in their minds it's too early to rule on the constitutionality of that law.”
– Paul Stevens, 04:12

Timestamps:

• [04:12] – Summary and implication of court ruling

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Memorable Moment

• Tight focus on the nor’easter’s unexpected westward shift and the implications for major metro areas set the tone for urgent public safety updates.

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Summary Table: Timestamps & Topics

| Timestamp | Segment | |------------|--------------------------------------------| | 00:03 | Northeast snowstorm and blizzard warning | | 01:07 | Nancy Guthrie case update | | 02:41 | Prince Andrew investigation | | 03:30 | LA cargo theft bust | | 04:12 | Louisiana Ten Commandments law ruling |

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This newscast provided concise updates on major weather, crime, legal, and international stories, blending live reporting with ongoing investigative context. The tone was brisk, urgent, and factual throughout.

Transcript

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Another huge storm. I'm Paul Stevens, FOX News. And here we go again. Tens of millions in the Northeast bracing for another big snowstorm. A powerful nor' easter could bring heavy snow and blizzard conditions to many spots

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all along the New Jersey coast, including New York City. A blizzard warning is currently in effect. So we could be talking about some really big snow. A blizzard really is talking about whiteout conditions though, so visibility could really drop. Here's what's been happening over the last 24 hours or so. We see this impactful nor' easter really kind of targeting all of the i95. There was questions about would this be too far out to sea to impact folks, but this has been trending west so it's been moving closer and closer to the shore. This is going to ultimately run up the i95 corridor, not stay out to sea. So really think kind of an all day event. D.C. philadelphia, already seeing it beginning to move into New York City at times. The winds are going to be really strong with this one. But I'm taking you all the way into Monday morning and not a whole lot of space in there where you've seen any sort of break.

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With this Fox meteorologist Adam Klotz. Investigators are again reviewing surveillance and thousands of tips in the ongoing Nancy Guthrie case.

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Nancy Guthrie has now been missing for three weeks and the search for her continues. The amount of new information we've been getting out of the Pima County Sheriff's Department has been slowing down this week. But searchers continue and they continue to look at leads that have been coming in from the public. Really the main question at this point, who is the person that was seen on Nancy Guthrie's doorbell camera the night she missing? He's described by investigators as being between 5, 9 and 5 10. And the only article of clothing that law enforcement has positively identified is his Ozark Trail backpack, a product line available at Walmart. Investigators are currently working to identify other items he was wearing and where he might have purchased them. DNA analysis remains underway on the biological evidence found inside Nancy Guthrie's house.

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That's fox's Max Gordon in Tucson. America is listening to FOX News.

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Former Prince Andrew still eighth in line to the British throne, even following an arrest this week. But that may change for right now,

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Thames Valley police, they continue to search Andrew's former residence over at Royal Lodge in Windsor. Of course, he lived there for decades before being stripped of his royal titles. And he was forced to move out over his ties with Jeffrey Epstein. Now it's likely investigators will be there for several days looking for any potential evidence, possibly computers and documents. Andrew was arrested Thursday morning on his 66th birthday at the Sandringham estate in eastern England on suspicion of misconduct in public office. He was released roughly 11 hours later, but is still, of course, under investigation. But he has not been seen publicly since. The probe is believed to relate to claims that while serving as UK Trade envoy, Andrew shared confidential government documents with Epstein.

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Fox's Stephanie Bennett in London. Former Prince Andrew denying any wrongdoing. The Los Angeles Police department busts a $5 million cargo theft ring.

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Police seized a cache of supercars, $300,000 and three guns. Five men from Corona are charged with felony charges of grant theft. The suspects were collared after a long running investigation targeting cargo and container chassis carrying shipping containers for big rig trucks. Officers impounded 84 stolen container chassis, 11 tractors, 25 vehicles, six all train vehicles and two heavy duty forklifts believed to be associated with fraudulent vehicle identification numbers. Deborah Valentine, Fox News.

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The 5th U.S. circuit Court of Appeals clearing the way for a Louisiana law requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in public classrooms in that state. The full court voted 12 to 6 to lift a lower court block, saying in their minds it's too early to rule on the constitutionality of that law. I'm Paul Stevens. This is FOX News.

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