Fox News Hourly Update – 11PM ET 02/22/2026 Newscast

Date: February 23, 2026
Host: Debra Valentine
Podcast: FOX News Hourly Update

Overview

This episode delivers concise coverage of significant national and international events dominating the news cycle: a historic winter storm impacting the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic, a security breach and shooting at President Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate, cartel violence affecting American tourists in Mexico, a statement on U.S. involvement in a military operation there, the U.S. men’s hockey gold medal at the Winter Olympics, and political unrest in Iran. The tone is urgent and informative, in keeping with live hourly newscasts.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Bomb Cyclone Hits Northeast and Mid-Atlantic

• [00:02–00:35]

  • States of Emergency: Eight states—including New Jersey—are facing emergency orders due to a powerful blizzard dubbed a “bomb cyclone” (Debra Valentine).
  • On-the-Ground Impact:
    • Heavy, sticky snowfall (2-3 inches per hour) threatens power lines and trees (Bob Van Dillen).
    • NJ Transit halts train services; commercial vehicles banned from state highways.
  • Travel Advisories:
    • [00:35–00:43] Travel bans, road closures, and expected accumulations up to 2 feet of snow (Debra Valentine/Madison Scarpino/Lucas Tomlinson).
    • Flight Disruptions: 15,000+ flight cancellations or delays in and out of the U.S. (Debra Valentine).

  Quote:

  • "This snowfall is going to start sticking to everything and it's going to start bringing down some power lines… Snowfall rates 2 to 3 inches of snow per hour."
    — Bob Van Dillen, [00:18]

2. Mar-a-Lago Security Breach and Shooting

• [00:43–01:47]

  • Incident:
    • The Secret Service fatally shot Austin Tower Martin, 21, after he breached President Trump’s Mar-a-Lago perimeter while armed.
    • President Trump has not commented as of broadcast time (Lucas Tomlinson).
  • Official Statement:
    • White House press secretary Caroline Levitt’s X post praises Secret Service actions and criticizes Democrats over a government shutdown impacting security.
    • Tension highlighted over partial government shutdown’s effects on federal security operations.

  Quote:

  • "The United States Secret Service acted quickly and decisively to neutralize a crazy person armed with a gun and a gas canister who intruded President Trump's home. … It's shameful and reckless that Democrats have chosen to shut down their department."
    — Read by Lucas Tomlinson from Caroline Levitt’s statement, [01:11]

3. Cartel Violence and U.S. Travel Advisory in Mexico

• [02:38–03:20]

  • Background:
    • After cartel boss El Mencho’s death, violence erupts—vehicles set afire, road blockades, tourists advised to shelter in place, especially in Puerto Vallarta (Ainsley Earhart).
    • Mexican government and U.S. State Department issue strong travel warnings.
  • U.S. Involvement:
    • White House confirms U.S. intel support for the operation (Debra Valentine).

  Quote:

  • "Tourists in the seaside city of Puerto Vallarta were told not to leave their resort as a Mexican government official warned of clashes in the area."
    — Ainsley Earhart, [02:45]

4. U.S. Men’s Hockey Wins Gold at Winter Olympics

• [03:20–04:07]

  • Historic Victory:
    • U.S. men’s hockey secures gold over Canada in overtime, 2-1, in Milan—first since “Miracle on Ice” 46 years ago (Madison Scarpino).
    • Florida-born Jack Hughes, 24, scores winning goal just 1:41 into OT.
    • Hughes celebrates national pride in post-game comments.

  Quote:

  • "Chants of USA were roaring from the crowd after the 2 to 1 overtime win. Exactly 46 years since the Miracle on Ice game…"
    — Madison Scarpino, [03:31]

5. Political Unrest in Iran & Upcoming Nuclear Talks

• [04:07–04:34]
  • Campus Protests:
    • Iranian universities erupt amid worsening economic conditions (Debra Valentine).
  • Diplomatic Update:
    • Oman to host U.S.-Iran nuclear talks Thursday in Geneva.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

| Timestamp | Speaker | Quote
|-----------|----------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------| | 00:18 | Bob Van Dillen | “This snowfall is going to start sticking… Snowfall rates 2 to 3 inches…” | | 01:11 | Lucas Tomlinson | “The United States Secret Service acted quickly and decisively…” (quoting Caroline Levitt) | | 02:45 | Ainsley Earhart | “Tourists in the seaside city of Puerto Vallarta were told not to leave their resort…” | | 03:31 | Madison Scarpino | “Chants of USA were roaring from the crowd after the 2 to 1 overtime win…” |

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 00:02: Historic blizzard and states of emergency
• 00:43: Mar-a-Lago security breach and Secret Service response
• 02:38: Cartel violence in Mexico; U.S. travel advisories
• 03:20: U.S. men’s hockey gold medal victory
• 04:07: Iranian university protests and diplomatic developments

Conclusion

This fast-moving FOX News update spotlights urgent domestic crises—a record-setting blizzard with cascading infrastructure impacts and a high-profile White House security incident—alongside major headlines in global security and sports. Official statements, real-time consequences, and historical context create a brisk yet comprehensive newscast, with flashes of patriotism and calls for public vigilance woven throughout.