12PM ET 04/05/2026 Newscast

Summary

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Fox News Hourly Update – 12PM ET 04/05/2026 Newscast

Overview

This episode delivers the top news stories around the world with a focus on the dramatic rescue of a missing U.S. airman near Iran, updates on NASA’s Artemis II lunar mission, breaking domestic events such as wildfires and serious crimes, and Easter celebrations at the Vatican. The concise, fast-paced delivery keeps listeners informed of the latest headlines.

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Key News Segments & Insights

1. Rescue of Missing U.S. Airman Near Iran

Timestamps: 00:02 – 00:59

• Operation Details:

  • [00:14] Trey Youngst (Tel Aviv): Reports on the high-stakes rescue mission, noting the CIA confirmed the airman's location on Saturday morning.
  • U.S. officials feared an Iranian plot to lure rescue forces and launch an attack.
  • The CIA Director alerted key leaders—including the Secretary of War, Joint Chiefs Chairman, and the President.
  • Within 8 hours of confirmation, U.S. planes were on their way; within 12 hours, boots were on the ground.
  • Behind the scenes, the U.S. ran a deception campaign to ensure the mission’s safety.
  • Iran had issued a reward for the airman’s capture; the other F15 crew member had already been rescued.

• Memorable Quote:

  • [00:21] Trey Youngst: “There was concern among the American government that this was an Iranian campaign to try and lure in US Forces and ultimately attack them.”

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2. NASA’s Artemis II Lunar Mission

Timestamps: 00:59 – 01:18

• Mission Update:
  • The crew (three Americans, one Canadian) are more than halfway to the moon; first crewed lunar mission in over 50 years, resuming where Apollo left off.
  • The crew is preparing for a lunar flyby before returning to Earth.
  • Technical Issue: The spacecraft toilet has been malfunctioning since launch, so astronauts are using backup collection bags.

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3. Wildfire Containment in Southern California

Timestamps: 01:18 – 01:35

• Fire Status:
  • The Springs Fire in Riverside County (60 miles east of Los Angeles) is mostly under control.
  • Calmer Santa Ana winds have enabled firefighters to gain ground.

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4. Fatal High-Speed Chase Involving Illegal Immigrant in Ohio

Timestamps: 02:40 – 03:35

• Incident Overview:

  • Deborah Valentine: Tar Sim Singh, an Indian national and illegal immigrant, indicted for vehicular homicide, involuntary manslaughter, and reckless homicide.
  • The suspect led deputies on a chase at 124 mph, resulting in a crash that killed a pregnant 17-year-old girl and her unborn child.
  • The Department of Homeland Security notes the case underscores the dangers of illegal aliens driving in the U.S.

• Memorable Quote:

  • [03:17] Deborah Valentine: “DHS says the case is a tragic reminder of why illegal aliens should not be driving cars on America's roads.”

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5. Drunk Driving Incident in Louisiana Parade

Timestamps: 03:35 – 03:46

• Event:
  • Over a dozen people injured after an alleged drunk driver (BAC 0.137) crashed into a Buddhist New Year’s parade.

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6. Easter Mass at the Vatican

Timestamps: 03:46 – 04:24

• Significance:
  • Pope Leo led his first Easter Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica.
  • The Pope reflected on themes of renewal, hope, and new life.
  • Notable Quote:
    • [04:08] Pope Leo: "The joyful proclamation of its resurrection has restored us to a vital hope, enlightens and sustains our lives. Inspired by faith in the risen Christ, let us always keep in mind our baptism."
  • Pope Leo expressed hope for Easter to bring peace amid ongoing global conflicts.

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Notable Quotes

• [00:21] Trey Youngst:
  “There was concern among the American government that this was an Iranian campaign to try and lure in US Forces and ultimately attack them.”
• [03:17] Deborah Valentine:
  “DHS says the case is a tragic reminder of why illegal aliens should not be driving cars on America's roads.”
• [04:08] Pope Leo:
  "The joyful proclamation of its resurrection has restored us to a vital hope, enlightens and sustains our lives. Inspired by faith in the risen Christ, let us always keep in mind our baptism."

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Useful Timestamps

• U.S. airman rescue—full segment: 00:02–00:59
• Artemis II mission update: 00:59–01:18
• California wildfire: 01:18–01:35
• Ohio fatal chase: 02:40–03:35
• Louisiana parade incident: 03:35–03:46
• Pope Leo’s Easter message: 03:46–04:24

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Tone & Style

The tone is authoritative and urgent, typical for radio newscasts. Factual and direct reporting is balanced with sober acknowledgment of tragic events and moments of inspiration drawn from Pope Leo’s Easter address.

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This summary provides a comprehensive, structured overview for listeners seeking the most critical headlines and context from the episode.

Transcript

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He's rescued. I'm Roger Stern, Fox News. We're learning new details about the operation that led to the rescue of that missing airman down by Iran. Friday, Fox's Trey Youngst in Tel Aviv.

[B]

A senior U.S. official telling Fox News it wasn't until Saturday morning that the CIA was able to confirm the location and that this was the individual they were trying to rescue. There was concern among the American government that this was an Iranian campaign to try and lure in US Forces and ultimately attack them. According to this official, on Saturday morning the CIA director made sure that the US Secretary of war, the joint chief chairman and the president himself were aware. And I'm told that within eight hours, US planes were on their way to Iran. And within 12 hours there were boots on the ground to rescue this US Crew member. As all of this was taking place, there was a deception campaign behind the scenes.

[A]

Iran had offered a reward to anyone who would turn in the airman. The other crew member on the F15 had already been rescued. NASA's Artemis, two astronauts more than halfway to the moon. The crew, three Americans and one Canadian will perform a lunar flyby on Monday before heading straight back to Earth. It marks the first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years. Picking up where the Apollo program left off. But there's a problem on board. The toilet's been malfunctioning since liftoff. Mission control has them using backup collection bags. Wildfire in Southern California that broke out Friday. Now mostly under control. The Springs fire in Riverside county about 60 miles east of LA has seen conditions improve. Firefighter Sunny Santa Ana winds have eased, helping crews gain ground. America is listening to Fox News.

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an illegal migrant charge in a deadly 124 mile an hour chase in Ohio that killed a pregnant teenager and her unborn child. Here's Fox's Deborah Valentine.

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DHS said Saturday that an immigration detainer has been lodged against illegal immigrant Tar Sim Singh, an Indian national. He's indicted on vehicular homicide in voluntary manslaughter and reckless homicide charges, according to dhs. He's accused of leading Ohio deputies on a high speed chase that ended in a crash, killing a pregnant 17 year old girl and her unborn child. The February 16th chase began after a dark county sheriff's officer spotted singh driving nearly 25 miles per hour over the speed limit. DHS says the case is a tragic reminder of why illegal aliens should not be driving cars on America's roads. Deborah Valentine, FOX News.

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More than a dozen people were hurt in Louisiana after an alleged drunk driver ran into a Buddhist New Year's parade. Police hit a driver at a blood alcohol level of 0.137, well above the state's legal limit. Pope Leo celebrating Easter Mass at the Vatican this morning, marking his first time leading the service for the holiday. As he entered St. Peter's Basilica, the choir filled the space and the pope used the moment to reflect on the meaning of Easter, focusing on renewal, hope and the promise of new life.

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The joyful proclamation of its resurrection has restored us to a vital hope, enlightens and sustains our lives. Inspired by faith in the risen Christ, let us always keep in mind our baptism.

[A]

Paul Blio hopes that Easter serves as a moment of peace for people around the world as major conflicts continue. I'm Roger Stern and this is FOX News.