Fox News Hourly Update (1AM ET 03/13/2026)

Host: Ted Lindner, FOX News
Aired: March 13, 2026

Episode Overview

This fast-paced newscast delivers major breaking stories from the U.S. and around the world, focusing on domestic security incidents, international conflict developments, U.S. political gridlock, and a lighter human-interest achievement. The news is presented with urgency and focus, reflecting the signature FOX News tone: matter-of-fact, brisk, and alert to security concerns.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. West Bloomfield, Michigan Synagogue Attack

• Summary:
  Authorities released details about a deadly incident where Ayman Mohamed Ghazali, a Lebanese-American, drove his truck into a synagogue. Ghazali was killed; a security guard was injured.

• Terrorism Investigations:
  Local police are unsure about terrorist motivation, but federal authorities are treating it as a strong possibility.

• Quote:

  "They're not sure if this was an act of terrorism, though the feds are investigating that as a very, very strong possibility."
  — Kevin Cork [00:20]

• Additional Facts:

  • Ghazali became a U.S. citizen in 2016 after arriving in 2011 as the spouse of a U.S. citizen.
  • None of the synagogue staff or children were injured.

2. Deadly Shooting at Old Dominion University, Virginia

• Incident Recap:
  Mohammed Baylor Jalo identified as the shooter; previously pled guilty (2016) to trying to help ISIS.
• Terrorism Stance:
  FBI is officially investigating the incident as "active terrorism."
• Quote:

  "She says he shot three people at the university, killing one before ROTC students subdued and killed him."
  — Ted Lindner paraphrasing FBI's Dominique Evans [00:48]

3. U.S. Military KC-135 Crash in Iraq

• Quick Facts:
  • Incident occurred during "Operation Epic Fury."
  • One KC-135 tanker crashed, the other landed safely.
  • Cause not related to friendly or hostile fire; fate of crew unknown.
• Quote:

  "Centcom says a KC135 refueling aircraft was lost over Iraq in friendly airspace... Rescue efforts are ongoing."
  — FOX Correspondent [01:14]

4. Iran’s New Supreme Leader’s First Statement

• Update:
  Iran’s new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Haman, releases a threatening statement via state TV but does not appear on camera, fueling health speculation.
• Quote:

  "He threatened to expand and intensify the war against the U.S."
  — Jackie Heinrich paraphrasing the statement [01:45] "He didn't appear on camera today, further fueling speculation about his health."
  — Jackie Heinrich [01:42]

5. Israel-Hezbollah Escalation

• Key Developments:
  • Hezbollah launched over 100 rockets into northern Israel overnight.
  • Israel responded with airstrikes in southern Beirut and across Lebanon.
• Quote:

  "More than 100 rockets were fired over the border into northern Israel in a period of less than an hour... much of this incoming fire intercepted by Israel's Iron Dome."
  — Trey Yngst [03:17]

6. U.S. Government Shutdown & DHS Funding Deadlock

• Senate Gridlock:
  • Democrats blocked the fourth DHS funding plan; a bill to pay TSA workers failed.
  • Republicans insisted on an all-or-nothing approach; Democrats demanded ICE changes.
• Impact:
  • Hundreds of TSA employees have quit; officers working without pay for the third time since fall.
• Notable Quotes:

  "We are hurting. We are trying to do the best that we can."
  — Ted Lindner summarizing TSA staff sentiment [04:05]
  "Senate Majority Leader John Thune warns the funding gap could stop ICE agents and Border Patrol from carrying out their mission."
  — Ted Lindner [04:26]

7. GameStop Mario Day World Record Attempt

• Event:
  • GameStop in NYC gathered 270 people dressed as Mario for Mario Day (March 10), aiming to break world record (previous: 230).
  • Best-dressed winner, Ross Martinez, awarded a Nintendo Switch 2.
  • Event possibly broke the record, but lacked official Guinness representatives.
• Quote:

  "Organizers say they beat the previous record of 230 Marios, which was set in China in 2010. But there were no Guinness representatives in attendance."
  — Ted Lindner [04:46]

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Michigan Synagogue Attack: 00:02–00:32
• ODU Shooting & Terror Probe: 00:32–01:14
• KC-135 Crash in Iraq: 01:14–01:36
• Iran Supreme Leader Statement: 01:36–01:55
• Israel-Hezbollah Escalation: 03:07–03:39
• Senate/DHS Funding Standoff: 03:39–04:26
• GameStop Mario Day World Record Attempt: 04:26–05:04

Memorable Moments

• The rapid escalation in terror-related incidents on U.S. soil.
• Iran's new Supreme Leader’s absence on camera, fueling rumors and uncertainty.
• TSA officers’ struggles brought home: “We are hurting. We are trying to do the best that we can.” [04:05]
• Whimsical twist: New York’s Mario impersonators challenge a global record, adding a rare moment of levity.

This episode balanced urgent coverage of threats and conflicts with a touch of pop culture, reflecting the alarming and unpredictable nature of current events as delivered in the FOX News style.