Fox News Hourly Update – 11PM ET Newscast (01/23/2026)

Main Theme:
This late-night edition centers on breaking national news—including the far-reaching impacts of a massive winter storm, the latest updates in a high-profile murder trial, government action surrounding an historical exhibit, and a glimpse into a celebrity family rift—delivered in FOX News Radio’s fast-paced, information-dense style.

1. Extreme Winter Storm Sweeps Nation

• Scope & Scale

  • Over 144 million people under active warnings, extending from Arizona to Maine.
  • Southern states face ice and freezing rain, threatening trees and power lines.
  • Blockbuster snow levels anticipated further north over the weekend.

• Expert Analysis

  • [00:23] Keanu Lewis (Fox Weather):
    • “New York City is looking at upwards of a foot of snow...”
    • Boston may receive up to two feet; DC and Philadelphia could challenge decade-long records.
    • “The big idea here along the I-95 corridor is that we haven’t seen a system of this magnitude with these type of totals in over 10 years.”

• State & Local Responses

  • [01:03] Wes Moore (MD Governor):
    • “Storm of this potential has a chance to pose a serious threat to our people, to our communities and to our infrastructure all across the state of Maryland.”
    • Early preparations underway; urges travelers to carry emergency kits.
  • New York City:
    • [01:21] Mayor Eric Adams:
      • “I want to encourage New Yorkers...to take a breath and stay home, stay indoors, stay off the roads, watch the snow come down, watch the worst possible reality TV show you can find and take some time away from the roads.”
      • No decision yet on school closures for Monday.

2. US Military Strike in the Eastern Pacific

• [01:37] Following the winter storm coverage, Lisa Licera breaks news of a recent military operation:
  • The Pentagon confirms a deadly strike against a vessel accused of drug trafficking in the eastern Pacific.
  • Notably, this is the first such military action since the removal of Nicolás Maduro as Venezuela’s president earlier in the month.
  • No additional operational details provided in this brief.

3. High-Profile Murder Case: Luigi Mangione

• [02:30] A New York federal judge schedules trial for Luigi Mangione, accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
  • Key Details:
    • Jury selection set for September 8.
    • Judge Margaret Garnett signals that trial phases depend on whether prosecutors will seek the death penalty; could delay trial until January 2027 if so.
    • Charges: Federal and state murder; Mangione pleads not guilty.
    • State trial, which may result in life imprisonment, not yet calendared.
    • [02:36] Tanya J. Powers (Correspondent):
      • “Mangione is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a Manhattan hotel on December 4, 2024. He has pleaded not guilty to federal and state murder charges.”

4. Philadelphia Sues Feds Over Slavery Exhibit Removal

• [03:19] City of Philadelphia files suit against:
  • Interior Secretary Doug Burgum
  • Acting National Park Service Director Jessica Bowron
  • Prompted by National Park Service removal of a slavery exhibit at Independence National Historical Park, in adherence to an executive order from President Trump.
• Details on the federal-state dispute are forthcoming.

5. Celebrity News: Beckham Family Rift

• [03:40] Fox News spotlights ongoing drama within the Beckham family:
  • Brooklyn Beckham's public accusations against his parents for allegedly attempting to sabotage his marriage to Nicola Peltz.
  • Allegations include:
    • Pressuring him to sign away rights to his name,
    • Orchestrating media leaks,
    • Interrupting his wedding first dance.
  • No current move toward family reconciliation; the Beckhams remain publicly quiet.
  • [03:40] Entertainment Reporter:
    • “Brooklyn claims his parents tried to sabotage his marriage, alleging press leaks, pressure to sign away rights to his name and a humiliating first dance interrupted by his mother.”

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “New York City is looking at upwards of a foot of snow...Boston, we can see two feet of snow here.”
  — Keanu Lewis, Fox Weather ([00:23])

• “Storm of this potential has a chance to pose a serious threat to our people, to our communities and to our infrastructure all across the state of Maryland.”
  — Gov. Wes Moore ([01:03])

• “I want to encourage New Yorkers...to take a breath and stay home, stay indoors, stay off the roads, watch the snow come down, watch the worst possible reality TV show you can find and take some time away from the roads.”
  — NYC Mayor Eric Adams ([01:21])

• “Mangione is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a Manhattan hotel on December 4, 2024.”
  — Tanya J. Powers, Fox News ([02:36])

Segment Timestamps for Easy Reference

• 00:03 – Major winter storm alerts; expert insights
• 01:03 – State officials’ preparations and warnings
• 01:21 – NYC Mayor’s statement; school closure update
• 01:37 – Pentagon announces anti-drug-trafficking strike
• 02:30 – High-profile murder trial update
• 03:19 – Philadelphia sues over slavery exhibit removal
• 03:40 – Beckham family drama

Summary Tone:
Fast-paced, factual, and serious—matching the FOX News newscast delivery. The episode delivers critical weather, national security, legal, political, and entertainment news, each efficiently covered with official statements, expert commentary, and direct attribution, ensuring listeners are quickly informed of the latest headlines.