Fox News Hourly Update – 12AM ET 08/20/2025 Newscast

Host: Carmen Roberts
Date: August 20, 2025
Podcast: FOX News Hourly Update

Episode Overview

This episode delivers a concise roundup of key national and international news from FOX News Radio. Main topics include Hurricane Erin’s approach to the East Coast, U.S. policy updates on Ukraine and immigration, the resolution of Air Canada's major strike, Florida’s tenth execution of the year, and a federal court's decision affecting drag shows at West Texas A&M University.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Hurricane Erin Approaches the East Coast

• Summary: The East Coast braces for Hurricane Erin, forecasted to stay offshore but produce hazardous conditions like massive waves and dangerous rip currents.
• Details:
  • No landfall expected in the U.S., but storm surges and 10ft+ waves likely.
  • Authorities caution the public, especially amid deceptively pleasant weather.
  • New Jersey and other states have closed beaches and banned swimming.
• Notable Quotes:
  • "[Flat out,] don't go in the water. I don't want to be the Amityville mayor in Jaws, but... going in the ocean for the next number of days is something you got to avoid."
    — New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy [00:23]
  • "Two people have died on New Jersey beaches this summer after getting caught in rip currents."
    — Tonya J. Powers [00:36]

2. U.S. Security Commitments to Ukraine (Post-Peace Deal)

• Summary: The White House clarified its position on support for Ukraine after any peace deal with Russia.
• Details:
  • Explicit statement: U.S. assistance will not involve sending troops.
  • Possible support includes coordination and air power for allied European security.
• Notable Quotes:
  • "We can certainly help in the coordination and perhaps provide other means of security guarantees to our European allies."
    — Press Secretary Caroline Levitt [01:06]

3. Sanctuary City Policies & Federal Pressure

• Summary: The Trump administration’s deadline arrives for sanctuary cities and states to confirm cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.
• Details:
  • Boston’s Mayor Michelle Wu stands firm on the city’s sanctuary policies.
  • Non-cooperating cities face potential lawsuits, funding cuts, and federal intervention.
• Notable Quotes:
  • "Boston will not back down from who—"
    — Michelle Wu [01:31]
  • "We are and what we stand for."
    — Tonya J. Powers (completing Wu’s sentiment) [01:33]

4. Air Canada Flight Attendants Strike Resolved

• Summary: Air Canada begins restoring flight operations after reaching a tentative deal with striking flight attendants.
• Details:
  • The strike disrupted travel for over 500,000 passengers.
  • Key concession: Airline will now pay attendants for ground duties, addressing a major grievance.
  • Wages set to rise 8% in the first year of the new contract.
  • Full return to normal service may take over a week.
• Notable Quotes:
  • "The airline will now pay for work done while planes are on the ground, such as boarding passengers... Flights are slated to resume this evening, but return to full regular service could take more than a week."
    — Lillian Wu, FOX News [02:40]

5. Florida’s 10th Execution of the Year

• Summary: The state carries out its tenth execution in 2025.
• Details:
  • Case of Cale Bates, executed for a 1982 murder involving abduction, attempted rape, and robbery.
  • The victim’s husband was present for the execution.
• Notable Quotes:
  • "Cale Bates was pronounced dead following a three drug injection at a Florida state prison for the 1982 murder of an insurance office worker... He was convicted of abducting White, attempting to rape her and then stabbing her to death and stealing her diamond ring."
    — Gary Baumgarten [03:23]

6. Drag Show Ban Blocked at West Texas A&M University

• Summary: A federal appeals court blocks a university ban on drag shows, citing First Amendment protection.
• Details:
  • Overturns a lower court’s support of the university president’s cancelation order.
  • Student group’s lawsuit allowed to proceed as case works through the courts.
• Notable Quotes:
  • "The performances are likely protected under the First Amendment. This decision means that the student group that brought the lawsuit can proceed while the lawsuit goes through court."
    — Carmen Roberts [03:49]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments (With Timestamps)

• Gov. Phil Murphy’s Jaws Reference [00:23]:
  "I don't want to be the Amityville mayor in Jaws, but the fact of the matter is I think going in the ocean for the next number of days is something you got to avoid."

• Press Secretary Caroline Levitt on U.S. Ukraine Policy [01:06]:
  "But we can certainly help in the coordination and perhaps provide other means of security guarantees to our European allies."

• Boston Mayor Michelle Wu on Sanctuary City Status [01:31]:
  "Boston will not back down from who—"

• Air Canada’s Resolution and Return to Service [02:40]:
  "Flights are slated to resume this evening. But return to full regular service could take more than a week."

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Hurricane Erin and Coast Guard Warnings – 00:02–00:36
• Ukraine Support Policy Clarification – 01:06–01:13
• Sanctuary City Policy Showdown – 01:31–01:36
• Air Canada Strike Agreement – 02:31–03:19
• Florida Execution News – 03:19–03:49
• West Texas A&M Drag Show Case – 03:49–04:28

This newscast delivers critical updates and statements on developing stories, using a direct newswire tone typical of fast-paced broadcast journalism. The rapid-fire format ensures listeners are informed on both national events and select global updates.