Fox News Hourly Update – 1AM ET 01/24/2026 Newscast

Host: Chris DiMaio (FOX News Podcasts)
Reporters: David Spunt, Evan Brown, Lucas Tomlinson, Garrett Tenney
Date: January 24, 2026
Episode: Hourly national newscast

Episode Overview

This episode delivers a snapshot of the U.S. news landscape, focusing on an impending major winter storm impacting much of the country, contentious negotiations over U.S. interest in Greenland, and controversy surrounding the actions of federal immigration authorities. Key correspondents report from on the ground, offering insights into the far-reaching effects of current events.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Major Winter Storm Hits the U.S.

[00:02 – 01:41]

• Scope and Impact:

  • A severe winter storm is set to hit states "from the Southwest to New England," threatening to bring a foot of snow to Washington, D.C.; significant ice to Georgia; and widespread disruptions from Maine to Texas.
  • Preparations are happening nationwide; grocery shelves are being emptied in Tennessee, and people in South Carolina are stocking up on propane.
  • Quote (David Spunt, 00:14):

    “This weekend is shaping up to be a headache for tens of millions in the storm’s path.”

• Unusual Southern Freeze:

  • The storm is especially notable for bringing extreme cold to southern regions unaccustomed to such weather.
  • States of emergency have been declared throughout Texas and the Carolinas. Hard freezes threaten power grids, increase blackout risks, and bring dangerous health hazards, especially for seniors.
  • Gas-powered generators are being used, but authorities warn they must not be operated indoors due to safety concerns. Icy roads and frozen pipes are also serious worries.
  • Quote (Evan Brown, 00:57):

    “The biting cold and ice expected this entire weekend will bring deep freeze conditions to communities throughout the southern states from Texas to the Carolinas.”

• Air Travel Disruptions:

  • The winter weather's impact extends to air travel, with nearly 8,000 flights canceled nationwide through the weekend.
  • Quote (Chris DiMaio, 01:41):

    “Air travel expected to be snarled nationwide for several days. Delays and cancellations are already starting to mount.”

2. U.S. Negotiations Over Greenland

[02:31 – 03:18]

• Denmark’s Stance:
  • Denmark's Prime Minister visits Greenland, backing the island's autonomy and publicly distancing Denmark from President Trump's proposed deal for U.S. ownership.
  • The Danish leader asserts, “NATO has no authority to negotiate on her country's behalf,” subtly rebuking Trump's and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte’s involvement.
  • The sense among Greenlanders is relief — no U.S. force will be used, but uncertainty and skepticism about any formal deal remains.
  • Quote (Lucas Tomlinson, 02:36):

    “The Danish leader said NATO has no authority to negotiate on her country’s behalf in an apparent rebuke of Trump’s deal brokered with the help of NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.”

  • Greenland’s prime minister is adamant: “the island is not for sale.”

3. Immigration Controversy: Child Abandonment Incident

[03:18 – 04:22]

• Incident Details:
  • National debate ignites after a viral photo shows a five-year-old boy left alone on the U.S. side of the border after his father flees from authorities. Initial accusations swirl that ICE arrested the child from preschool, using him as bait.
  • Political Fallout: Democratic lawmakers and the DNC publicly decry the reported actions, including Congresswoman Ilhan Omar commenting,
    Quote (Ilhan Omar, cited by Garrett Tenney, 03:37):

    “Don’t tell us this is about the worst of the worst. That is a lie.”

  • When DHS responds with its account (that the father abandoned the child, and those in the home refused to open the door for agents), the accusations and skepticism persist, including strong language from Rep. Joaquin Castro.
  • Quote (Garrett Tenney, 04:10):

    “Federal officials laid out its version of what actually happened, saying that the father abandoned the boy and then when officers tried to go to the home and ask to get someone to take care of the child, that the people inside would not open those doors.”

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On the winter storm’s severity:
  • David Spunt (00:14):

    “From the air to the ground, this weekend is shaping up to be a headache for tens of millions in the storm’s path.”

• On the South’s vulnerability:
  • Evan Brown (00:57):

    “Hard freezes can bring problems to power grids, causing blackouts, meaning homes heated by central air conditioning could be at risk for dangerous health hazards.”

• On Greenland’s autonomy:
  • Lucas Tomlinson (02:36):

    “The Danish leader said NATO has no authority to negotiate on her country’s behalf in an apparent rebuke of Trump’s deal brokered with the help of NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.”

• On immigrant child controversy:
  • Garrett Tenney (03:50):

    “Those initial photos of this 5 year old boy that was left alone outside went viral online, with school officials claiming that federal agents had arrested a preschool and were using him as bait.”

Timestamps for Key Segments

• 00:02 – 01:41: Major winter storm impacting large swathes of the U.S.; southern states’ unusual freeze
• 01:41 – 02:03: Nationwide air travel disruptions
• 02:31 – 03:18: Ongoing U.S.–Denmark–Greenland ownership negotiations
• 03:18 – 04:22: Immigration incident involving a deserted child and heated political fallout

This concise newscast delivers critical updates on unfolding events across the U.S., maintaining a fact-driven, urgent tone reflective of ongoing national challenges. Reporters provide on-location insights and highlight the views of officials and affected communities, equipping listeners with the latest, most pertinent information.