1AM ET 02/02/2026 Newscast

Summary

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Fox News Hourly Update – 1AM ET, February 2, 2026

Host: Ted Lindner (FOX News Podcasts)
Date: February 2, 2026

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Episode Overview

This episode brings listeners a concise update on major national and international events, ranging from record-breaking winter weather in North Carolina to political unrest and international tension involving Iran. It also includes highlights from the 68th annual Grammy Awards and public health alerts from Texas. The tone is urgent and informative, in line with the rapid-fire style of an hourly newscast.

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Key News Segments & Discussion Points

1. Southeast Winter Storm – Historic North Carolina Snowfall

Segment: 00:03–00:45

• North Carolina experienced a “generational type snow event,” with some areas topping state records.
• Hailey Meyers (Fox Weather):
  • “The top report out of North Carolina, 22.5. That’s higher up in the elevation so you have some orographic lift, can squeeze out some more snow.” (00:12)
  • “This is the fourth snowiest North Carolina has ever been in its state history and the snowiest it’s seen since 2004.” (00:18)
  • Reports include “8.5 inches” officially in Greenville.
  • Local officials estimate road clearance will require “at least three days.” (00:36)
• Consequences:
  • Two deaths and 1,000 vehicle collisions reported.
  • North Carolina Governor Josh Stein provided an update.
• Tone: The report strikes a mix of awe at the beauty and seriousness about the associated dangers.

2. Minneapolis Protests & Federal Response

Segment: 00:45–01:20

• Demonstrations against ice in Minneapolis continued despite the cold, reportedly “a quieter day.”
• President Trump (statement relayed by Brooke Taylor):
  • “I’ve instructed Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem that under no circumstances are we going to participate in various poorly run Democrat cities with regard to their protests and or riots unless and until they ask us for help.” (01:05)
• Insight:
  • Marked policy shift placing responsibility for urban unrest on local authorities.

3. Grammy Awards Highlights

Segment: 01:20–02:01

• Trevor Noah hosted the 68th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles.
• Big Winners:
  • Record of the Year: Kendrick Lamar and SZA, “Luther”
  • Album of the Year: Bad Bunny (also set for Super Bowl halftime)
  • Best New Artist: Olivia Dean
  • Song of the Year: Billie Eilish, “Wildflower”
  • Best Pop Solo Performance: Lola Young, “Messi”
  • Best Music Video: Dochi, “Anxiety”
  • Steven Spielberg won Best Music Film for a John Williams production.
• Tone: Upbeat, celebratory break from hard news coverage.

4. Iran Tensions and U.S. Foreign Policy

Segment: 02:51–03:52

• Ongoing anti-government protests in Iran; the U.S. mulls response.
• President Trump:
  • Not ruling out “military strikes on Iran amid a heavy crackdown.” (02:51)
  • Open to “a negotiated deal…with no nuclear weapons.” (03:16)
  • “But they are talking to us. Trump has made it clear that military planning is happening, confirming that the ships are heading in that direction.” (03:21)
• Matt Whitaker (U.S. Ambassador to NATO):
  • “The Iranians could de-escalate very easily and simply and we’ll see the ball’s in their court.” (03:35)
• Analysis:
  • U.S. is not sharing detailed plans with Gulf allies.
  • President Trump emphasizes limited patience.

5. Measles Outbreak at Texas ICE Facility

Segment: 03:52–04:42

• Movement stopped at Dilley Immigration Processing Center, 70 miles south of San Antonio, due to measles infections.
• Tricia McLaughlin (Homeland Security):
  • “The Texas Department of State Health Services confirmed active measles infections of two detainees.” (04:01)
  • All suspected contacts are quarantined; “they’re ceasing all movement within the facility.” (04:15)
• Jill Naito (reporter):
  • Recently released detainee, five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father, have returned to Minnesota.
  • Advocacy groups warn many vulnerable children and families remain inside.

6. Congressional and Political Updates

Segment: 04:42–05:00

• Texas update:
  • Christian Menifee (Democrat) to be sworn in Monday after winning a special election for the 18th congressional district.
  • This “shrinks the House GOP majority ahead of a vote on the end of the partial government shutdown.”

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “This is the fourth snowiest North Carolina has ever been in its state history and the snowiest it’s seen since 2004.” — Hailey Meyers, Fox Weather (00:18)
• “I’ve instructed Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem that under no circumstances are we going to participate in various poorly run Democrat cities with regard to their protests and or riots unless and until they ask us for help.” — President Trump via Brooke Taylor (01:05)
• “The Iranians could de-escalate very easily and simply and we’ll see the ball’s in their court.” — Matt Whitaker, U.S. Ambassador to NATO (03:35)
• “The Texas Department of State Health Services confirmed active measles infections of two detainees... they’re ceasing all movement within the facility.” — Tricia McLaughlin, DHS (04:01, 04:15)

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Timestamps for Key Segments

• Historic Snow in North Carolina: 00:03–00:45
• Minneapolis Protests / Trump Policy Statement: 00:45–01:20
• Grammy Awards Recap: 01:20–02:01
• U.S.-Iran Tensions: 02:51–03:52
• Texas ICE Facility Measles Outbreak: 03:52–04:42
• Congressional Update / Shutdown: 04:42–05:00

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Summary Tone & Style

Information is presented briskly, in keeping with FOX News’ rapid hourly updates. Reports are fact-dense and attribution is explicit. The episode balances major news stories with quick cultural updates and stays focused on the essentials.

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Transcript

[A]

Digging out in the Southeast. I'm Ted Lindner. Fox News North Carolina slammed this weekend by record snow. Fox Weather's Hailey Meyers got the story from Greenville.

[B]

The top report out of North Carolina, 22.5. That's higher up in the elevation so you have some orographic lift, can squeeze out some more snow. Overall, people are really enjoying this generational type snow event. This is the fourth snowiest North Carolina has ever been in its state history and the snowiest it's seen since 2004. The aftermath of this is both beautiful but also dangerous. The official report coming out of the town and from the National Weather Service office coming at 8.5 inches. The local governments, local officials are saying it's going to take at least three days to get all of the roads cleared.

[A]

North Carolina's Governor Josh Stein delivering an update Sunday reporting two people were killed amid 1,000 vehicle collisions. Despite the bitter cold anti ice protests continuing in Minneapolis. Fox's Brooke Taylor says overall was a quieter day as President Trump has announced he's changing how the federal government will respond to unrest in some cities.

[B]

Wrote this on Truth Social. I've instructed Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem that under no circumstances are we going to participate in various poorly run Democrat cities with regard to their protests and or riots unless and until they ask us for help.

[A]

And in Los Angeles on Sunday night, Trevor Noah hosting the 68th annual Grammy Awards at the crypto.com arena. The record of the year going to Kendrick Lamar and SZA for Luther. Bad Bunny won album of the year. Of course, Bad Bunny will perform as the halftime performer at the super bowl next Sunday. Olivia Dean won best new artist. Song of the year was Wildflower by Billie Eilish. Best pop solo performance went to Lola Young for Messi. Best music video went to Dochi for her hit Anxiety. Also Steven Spielberg picking up a Grammy for best music film for his role in producing music by John Williams. America's listening to Fox nearly home.

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[C]

Would be satisfactory with no nuclear weapons. That said they should do that, but.

[A]

I don't know that they will.

[B]

But they are talking to us. Trump has made it clear that military planning is happening, confirming that the ships are heading in that direction. The U.S. ambassador to NATO, Matt Whitaker, spoke on military presence in the Middle East.

[A]

The Iranians could de escalate very easily and simply and we'll see the balls in their court.

[B]

But you know President Trump is not going to be forever patient on this. Details about military action are being closely guarded. President Trump says the United States will not share military plans with Gulf allies.

[A]

And a Texas ICE facility says no one is getting in or out due to measles. It's the same facility that just released five year old Liam Ramos and his father.

[B]

Father.

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The Dilley Immigration processing center about 70 miles south of San Antonio has a problem. Homeland Security assistant secretary Tricia McLaughlin says the Texas Department of State Health Services confirmed active measles infections of two detainees. She says individuals suspected of making contact with the infected have been quarantined and they're ceasing all movement within the facility. Dilley's the same place it was holding preschooler Liam Conejo Ramos and his father. The two were just returned to their home in Minnesota. But migrant advocacy groups are saying many other children and families are still at Dilley. Jill Naito, Fuck Snato.

[A]

And Texas Democratic Congressman elect Christian Menifee will be sworn in Monday. He won a special election for his state's 18th congressional district on Saturday as wind shrinks the House GOP majority ahead of a vote on the end of the partial government shutdown. I'm Ted Lindtner. This is FOX News. Well, the holidays have come and gone once again, but if you've forgotten to get that special someone in your life, a gift. Well, Mint Mobile is extending their holiday offer of half off unlimited wireless. So here's the idea. You get it now. You call it an early present for next year. What do you have to lose? Give it a [e-mail] Switch limited time.

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