Fox News Hourly Update – 11AM ET 11/09/2025 Newscast

Host: FOX News Podcasts
Date: November 9, 2025
Episode Overview:
This episode provides a concise but dynamic round-up of current national headlines, including the ongoing government shutdown, widespread travel disruptions, a tragic firefighter death in New York, violence during an immigration raid in Chicago, a catastrophic UPS cargo plane crash in Louisville, and Waymo’s expansion of its robo-taxi program.

Government Shutdown Continues

[00:02] – [00:45]

• The U.S. Senate is set to reconvene Sunday to hold another critical vote aimed at ending the record-breaking government shutdown, now on its 40th day.
• Republican Optimism: GOP leaders are pushing for a test vote on a temporary spending plan and remain hopeful about gaining enough Democratic support to overcome the filibuster's 60-vote threshold.
• Sticking Points: Main obstacles include a lack of finalized bill text and unresolved issues regarding Obamacare (ACA) subsidies.
  • “If the proposal passes, it would be a blow for progressives and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer who have hung their fight on the ACA tax credits only to be burned by members of their own party.” (Reporter Madeleine Rivera, [00:44])
• Notable Quote:
  • “Republicans are hoping they can make some headway into ending the shutdown. Today they're aiming for a test vote on a temporary spending plan.”
    — Madeleine Rivera ([00:14])
• Progressive Setbacks: Passage of the current proposal would undermine the progressive push to maintain ACA tax credits.

Major Disruptions for Air Travelers

[00:45] – [01:33]

• Widespread Flight Delays and Cancellations:
  • The government shutdown has led to mass delays and cancellations nationwide, as air traffic controllers call out sick after missed paychecks.
  • As of recording:
    • 400+ flights delayed, 1,000+ canceled.
    • Over 8,300 flights canceled or delayed just the day before.
    • Hard-hit airports: Atlanta, Chicago, Newark, Charlotte.
• FAA Response:
  • Mandated a 4% flight reduction this weekend, rising to 6% by Tuesday and 10% by Friday.
• Traveler Frustration:
  • “Frustration is growing at airports across the country as thousands of flights continue to be delayed or canceled due to the government shutdown.”
    — Chanley Painter ([00:53])
• Lasting Effects Predicted:
  • Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says disruptions could persist even after the shutdown ends ([01:33]).

Line-of-Duty Death: FDNY Firefighter

[01:33] – [01:59]

• Incident: 11-year FDNY veteran Patrick Brady, age 42, died of cardiac arrest while battling a Brooklyn fire.
• Significance: Highlights the ongoing dangers faced by first responders.
• Brief Acknowledgement:
  • “America is listening to FOX News.” ([01:59])

Violence during Chicago Immigration Raid

[02:16] – [03:03]

• Overview:
  • During an immigration raid in Chicago, a suspect fired shots at Border Patrol agents and then fled in a black Jeep.
  • Additional chaos as agitators threw paint cans and bricks at federal vehicles.
• Escalating Tensions:
  • “This incident is not isolated and reflects a growing and dangerous trend of violence and obstruction.” (DHS statement, paraphrased by Dane Placo, [02:45])
  • Dozens of Chicago police officers responded; a federal agent reportedly pointed a weapon at a protester, heightening tensions.
  • A city councilman claimed federal agents used flashbang grenades on protesters ([03:03]).

UPS Cargo Plane Crash in Louisville

[03:03] – [03:33]

• Incident Details:
  • A UPS cargo plane crashed after an engine became detached during takeoff.
  • All 14 victims recovered but not publicly identified yet.
• Official Statement:
  • “All the bodies are in the possession of the Jefferson county coroner's office and she will make that information available as soon as she identifies the names...”
    — Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg ([03:20])
  • “May their memories be a blessing.”
• FAA Response:
  • All McDonnell Douglas MD-11 planes grounded for inspection.

Waymo’s Robo-Taxi Expansion

[03:33] – End

• Announcement:
  • Waymo plans to extend its self-driving taxi services to San Diego, Las Vegas, and Detroit, with rollout expected next year.
  • The company currently operates in five cities and has ambitions for further expansion, though it faces pushback in some locations.
• Current Reach:
  • Existing cities: Los Angeles, San Francisco Bay Area, Phoenix, Austin, Atlanta.
  • Prospective cities: Boston, Seattle, Washington.

Notable Quotes and Memorable Moments

• “Republicans are hoping they can make some headway into ending the shutdown. Today they're aiming for a test vote on a temporary spending plan.”
  — Madeleine Rivera, [00:14]

• “Frustration is growing at airports across the country as thousands of flights continue to be delayed or canceled due to the government shutdown.”
  — Chanley Painter, [00:53]

• “This incident is not isolated and reflects a growing and dangerous trend of violence and obstruction.”
  — (DHS statement, paraphrased by Dane Placo, [02:45])

• “May their memories be a blessing.”
  — Mayor Craig Greenberg, [03:20]

Key Takeaways

• The U.S. government shutdown passes day 40, deeply affecting legislative operations and crucial services.
• Air travel chaos expands, with conditions set to worsen throughout the coming week.
• News of public service sacrifice as an FDNY veteran loses his life in the line of duty.
• An immigration raid in Chicago escalates to gunfire and violent clashes.
• Aftermath of a Louisville plane crash requires investigation; MD-11 aircraft grounded.
• Waymo looks to grow its autonomous taxi fleet, eyeing expansion amid regulatory resistance.

This concise, fact-focused update highlights the ripple effects of major political, civil, and technological stories across the U.S. in mid-November 2025.