Fox News Hourly Update — 11PM ET Newscast (January 25/26, 2026)
Episode Overview
This Fox News Hourly Update delivers a concise roundup of the day’s most pressing national news as of 11PM ET on January 25, 2026. The newscast covers the political fallout and public protests following a fatal police shooting in Minneapolis, a paralyzing winter storm sweeping across the U.S., evolving trade tensions with Canada, a looming government shutdown, and highlights from the worlds of entertainment and sports.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Minneapolis Federal Shooting and Fallout
(00:02 - 00:46)
- President Trump is reviewing the recent fatal shooting of Alex Pretty by a federal officer in Minneapolis—this is the second similar incident within a month.
- In an interview with the Wall Street Journal, Trump does not confirm if the officer’s actions were justified.
- He says the administration is “reviewing everything and will then make a decision.”
- The President hints at the possibility of withdrawing ICE officials from Minneapolis.
- Protests continue in Minneapolis despite hazardous winter weather, showing deep public unrest.
- Quote: “President Trump says he's going over his actions in Minneapolis after a federal officer shot and killed a man yesterday.” – Daria Albinger (00:04)
2. Major Winter Storm Impacts
(00:38 - 01:10)
- A severe winter storm is moving from the Deep South up to New England.
- In Boston, a snow emergency is declared. Forecasts predict up to two feet of accumulation in Massachusetts.
- The primary danger is not snow but “bitter cold,” which has proven deadly, particularly for the unhoused, in cities like Austin, TX and New York City.
- Five unhoused people in New York died due to exposure before snowfall began.
- LaGuardia Airport in New York is closed; over 11,000 flights have been canceled nationally.
- Quote: “Those without shelter, the intense cold can be fatal. Yesterday alone... at least five New Yorkers passed away and were found outside.” – Brian Yena (00:59)
3. U.S.-Canada-China Trade Tensions
(01:11 - 01:40)
- President Trump threatens a 100% tariff on Canada if it pursues a trade agreement with China.
- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessant defends the threat: "It's a no brainer, the right thing to do."
- Concern: Canada could become a backdoor for Chinese goods entering the U.S. market.
- Canadian PM Mark Carney points to a changing world order and a shift toward new alliances.
- Despite progress, Canada and China have not finalized a trade deal.
- Quote: “We can't let Canada become an opening that the Chinese pour their cheap goods into the US.” – Brian Yena, relaying Secretary Bessant’s position (01:33)
4. Government Shutdown Threat over ICE Funding
(02:32 - 03:16)
- Following the Minneapolis shooting, a group of Democratic senators now oppose a pending government spending bill due to continued funding for ICE.
- This bill funds 78% of the federal government, including DHS and the Pentagon.
- Senator Angus King (I-ME), instrumental in ending the last shutdown, says he will not vote for the bill over ICE funding.
- Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) declines to comment on her position.
- Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) criticizes Democrats for walking back a bipartisan deal, labeling their reversal as “reckless and disappointing.”
- Quote: “GOP South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham accused Democrats of backing out of a bipartisan deal. He called this, quote, reckless and disappointing." – Chad Pergram (03:16)
5. Entertainment: Box Office & Weather Shutdowns
(03:26 - 03:43)
- The film “Mercy” debuts at #1 with $11.2 million, overtaking "Avatar: Fire and Ash."
- Several hundred theaters shut down due to the winter storm, especially from Texas to Maine.
- “Mercy” centers on a man judged by artificial intelligence.
- “Avatar: Fire and Ash” drops to #2, “Zootopia 2” holds at #3.
6. Super Bowl 60 Matchup Set
(03:43 - 04:29)
- New England Patriots will face the Seattle Seahawks in Santa Clara, CA for Super Bowl 60 (February 8).
- Patriots beat the Denver Broncos (10-7) to clinch AFC.
- Seahawks overcame the LA Rams (31-7) to take NFC.
Memorable Quotes & Moments
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On Police Accountability:
“He could change his mind maybe. I'm Daria Albinger, Fox News. President Trump says he's going over his actions in Minneapolis after a federal officer shot and killed a man yesterday.”
— Daria Albinger (00:02) -
On Human Cost of the Winter Storm:
“Those without shelter, the intense cold can be fatal. Yesterday alone, before the snow had even begun to come down, at least five New Yorkers passed away and were found outside.”
— Brian Yena (00:59) -
On Trade Policy:
“He says we can't let Canada become an opening that the Chinese pour their cheap goods into the US.”
— Brian Yena (01:33) -
On Legislative Tensions:
“GOP South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham accused Democrats of backing out of a bipartisan deal. He called this, quote, reckless and disappointing.”
— Chad Pergram (03:16)
Timestamps for Important Segments
- Minneapolis Shooting and White House Response: 00:02–00:46
- Winter Storm Dangers and Impact: 00:38–01:10
- US-Canada Trade Dispute over China: 01:11–01:40
- Government Shutdown Risk, Lawmakers’ Stances: 02:32–03:16
- Box Office and Weather Closures: 03:26–03:43
- Super Bowl 60 Teams Confirmed: 03:43–04:29
Summary Flow & Takeaways
This brisk 5-minute Fox News update moves quickly through a series of urgent stories shaping national discourse: police accountability and public protest in Minneapolis, immediate dangers from a deadly winter storm, fraught U.S.-Canadian trade relations, and a sharply divided Congress inching toward a government shutdown. The newscast is punctuated by a nod to box-office and sports news, grounding listeners in both the heavy and lighter moments making headlines on January 26, 2026.
For listeners, the main takeaways are:
- Presidential and legislative responses to policing controversies continue to drive divisive debate.
- The ongoing winter storm poses immediate, life-threatening risks, particularly to the homeless.
- U.S. trade moves toward protectionism as Canada drafts new international partnerships.
- The threat of a government shutdown intensifies as ICE funding becomes a key sticking point.
- Weather woes ripple into entertainment and travel, while Super Bowl 60’s matchup is now set.