Fox News Hourly Update – 11PM ET 11/30/2025 Newscast

Host: Ted Lindner
Date: December 1, 2025
Duration: ~5 minutes of news content

Episode Overview

This Fox News Hourly Update provides a rapid-fire summary of major U.S. and international news as of late November 30, 2025. The broadcast covers diplomatic efforts to end the war in Ukraine, escalating tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela, controversy over alleged military orders, Thanksgiving travel disruptions, an ongoing mass shooting investigation in California, Pope Leo’s call for peace in Lebanon, and Senator Cory Booker’s wedding. The tone is brisk, informative, and urgent, in line with Fox News’ fast-paced radio updates.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. U.S./Ukraine Peace Talks Progress

• [00:03–00:27]
  • U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio characterized recent Ukraine talks as “productive, but there’s more work to be done.”
  • Special envoy Steve Witkov emphasized complexity, noting Russian involvement is indispensable and announcing a Moscow visit.

    “This is delicate, it's complicated. There are a lot of moving parts and obviously there's another party involved here that will have to be a part of the equation.”—Special Envoy Steve Witkov [00:15]

  • Delegations convened for four hours near Miami aiming for a sovereign Ukraine.

2. U.S./Venezuela Relations and Airspace Crackdown

• [00:37–01:40]
  • President Trump reported a phone call with Venezuela’s President Maduro, withholding details.

    “I wouldn’t say it went well or badly. It was a phone call.” —White House Official [00:45]

  • Following Trump’s online warning declaring Venezuelan airspace closed amid anti-drug smuggling operations, Venezuela called the move “a colonialist threat.”
  • Bipartisan lawmakers back reviews of U.S. strikes on alleged drug smuggling boats, citing a Washington Post story that Secretary of War Pete Hagseth allegedly ordered all crew killed during a Sept. 2 attack.
    • Senator Tim Kaine flagged potential war crime implications if true.

3. Thanksgiving Winter Storm Travel Disruptions

• [01:40–01:55]
  • Midwest storm led to over 750 flight cancellations and more than 10,000 delays, impacting Chicago’s O’Hare most severely.

4. Mass Shooting in Stockton, California

• [02:32–03:04]
  • Ongoing manhunt after gunman shot at least 15, killing 4 (including 3 children) in Stockton.
  • Officials suggest a targeted incident.

    “Early indications suggest that this may be a targeted incident.”—Heather Brent, San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office [02:43] “Violence of this nature has absolutely no place in any time, shape or form, and children should not be harmed by gun and gang violence.” —County DA Ron Freitas [02:55]

  • Public urged to provide any clues, even rumors.

5. Pope Leo’s Peace Appeal in Lebanon

• [03:04–03:55]
  • Pope Leo arrived in Beirut, urging political leaders to reconcile and warning against renewed war with Israel.

    “Lebanon’s political leaders [must] be true peacemakers, put their differences aside and seek reconciliation.” —Pope Leo [03:15]

  • Delivered hope to Christians, addressed decades-long Holy See support for a two-state solution in Israel-Palestine conflict.

6. Sen. Cory Booker’s Marriage

• [03:55–04:24]
  • Sen. Cory Booker wed Alexis Lewis in an interfaith ceremony in D.C.; legal ceremony held in Booker’s native Newark.
  • Post-wedding included Italian pastries and a vegan cake, reflecting the Senator’s vegan diet.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Ukraine Peace Talks:

  “There are a lot of moving parts and obviously there’s another party involved here that will have to be a part of the equation.” —Steve Witkov [00:15]

• On U.S./Venezuela Call:

  “I wouldn’t say it went well or badly. It was a phone call.” —White House Official [00:45]

• On Gang Violence Impacting Children:

  “Children should not be harmed by gun and gang violence.” —DA Ron Freitas [02:55]

• On Peace in Lebanon:

  “Lebanon’s political leaders [must] be true peacemakers, put their differences aside and seek reconciliation.” —Pope Leo [03:15]

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 00:03–00:27: Ukraine peace talks summary; Moscow trip announcement
• 00:37–01:40: U.S.–Venezuela phone call, airspace closure, alleged military order controversy
• 01:40–01:55: Winter storm and Thanksgiving travel chaos
• 02:32–03:04: Stockton, CA, mass shooting investigation
• 03:04–03:55: Pope Leo’s visit to Lebanon and appeal for political reconciliation
• 03:55–04:24: Senator Cory Booker’s wedding

Conclusion

This newscast provides a whirlwind update on major world and U.S. stories, balancing diplomatic headlines, investigative updates, and a human interest note on a senator’s wedding. The language is factual, urgent, and tuned for listeners needing a quick yet thorough news fix.