Fox News Hourly Update – 1AM ET 12/27/2025
Main Theme:
A fast-paced overview of significant national and international developments, focused primarily on extreme winter weather across the U.S., emergency responses, prominent political meetings, Congressional budget deadlines, and a breaking crime story.
Major Winter Storm Hits Northeast
00:03-01:00
- Critical Weather Advisory:
- New York City under a winter storm warning until 1pm Saturday.
- Expected snowfall: 6-9 inches citywide, some areas may see more (Zach Iscal, 00:20).
- Quote: “We have activated our city’s winter weather emergency plan. We’re expecting 6 to 9 inches of snow citywide with some neighborhoods possibly seeing even more.” — Zach Iscal, NYC Emergency Management Commissioner (00:20)
- Broader Regional Effects:
- Upstate NY may see a “blockbuster” foot of snow.
- North Jersey, Long Island, and NYC's Central Park “in the sweet spot of 5 to 8 inches” (Jane Menar, 00:36).
- Sleet to the south will lower snow totals but increase travel danger.
- Quote: “Still dangerous travel over the course of this evening as roads become very icy.” — Jane Menar, Fox Weather (00:55)
Severe Weather and Fatalities in California
01:00-01:31
- Atmospheric River Devastation:
- Heavy rain in Southern California, snow in Sierra Nevada.
- 3 deaths reported – including a law enforcement officer and two civilians.
- LA County Fire rescued over 100 people from flooded cars; 21 airlifted, 20 rescued from vehicles on the ground (Christina Coleman, 01:15).
- Quote: “The LA County Fire Department rescued more than 100 people who were trapped due to the storms... during the intense rainfall.” — Christina Coleman, Fox LA (01:15)
Breaking Crime & Law Enforcement
01:31-01:48
- Idaho Law Enforcement Crisis:
- Sheriff’s deputy killed in Wallace, Idaho after gunman opens fire inside sheriff’s office.
- Deputy grazed, two civilians injured.
- Quote: “Sheriffs and Coeur d'Alene police are handling the criminal event and ISP is handling the officer involved.” — Zach Iscal, 01:42
Global Diplomacy: Ukraine, Trump, and Israeli Tensions
02:59-03:48
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Ukraine Peace Plan Developments:
- Ukrainian President Zelensky to meet President Trump at Mar-a-Lago to discuss a U.S.-proposed peace plan (Madison Scarpino, 03:12).
- Zelensky’s Statement on US Negotiations:
- “We are truly working 247 to bring closer the end of this brutal Russian war against Ukraine and to ensure that all documents and steps are realistic, effective and reliable.” — President Zelensky (via Madison Scarpino, 03:29)
- Trump: “He would like to come, but I think we should get a deal done first.” — President Trump, reflecting skepticism about progress (03:12)
- Some experts doubt the proposed plan’s success.
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Upcoming Gaza Talks:
- On Monday, Trump to meet Israeli PM Netanyahu, possibly about a Gaza peace deal.
Congressional Deadlines and Political Shifts
04:02-04:34
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Affordable Care Act Extensions:
- Early January: House will vote on temporary extension of expiring Obamacare tax credits (Chad Pergrim, 04:02).
- Partisan divide: 4 Republicans joined Democrats; others prefer budget reconciliation for passing GOP health care agenda.
- Quote: “Budget reconciliation can bypass a Senate filibuster and Republicans can ignore Democrats.” — Chad Pergrim, Capitol Hill Correspondent (04:19)
- Looming government funding deadline on Jan 30 – risk of shutdown possible.
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Midterms and Congressional Retirements:
- 2026 midterms approaching.
- Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (GA) retires Jan 5, reducing the GOP majority.
International Incident: Attack in Tokyo
04:34-04:56
- Violent Factory Attack:
- Tokyo: Man arrested after stabbing 8 and injuring 7 in a knife and chemical attack at a rubber factory.
- 8 hospitalized.
- Brief update with limited details, reflecting global reach of the newscast.
Memorable Quotes & Moments
- Weather Crisis Reality Check:
- “We have issued a travel advisory from this evening into tomorrow morning... dangerous travel over the course of this evening as roads become very icy.” — Zach Iscal & Jane Menar (00:20, 00:55)
- Heroic Rescues in LA Storm:
- “The LA County Fire Department rescued more than 100 people who were trapped due to the storms.” — Christina Coleman (01:15)
- Zelensky’s Diplomatic Push:
- “We are truly working 247 to bring closer the end of this brutal Russian war against Ukraine...” — President Zelensky (03:29)
- Political Stakes:
- “Budget reconciliation can bypass a Senate filibuster and Republicans can ignore Democrats.” — Chad Pergrim (04:19)
Key Timestamps
- Winter Storm Warning/NYC/Emergency Plans: 00:03–01:00
- California Storms, LA Rescues: 01:00–01:31
- Idaho Law Enforcement Shooting: 01:31–01:48
- Ukraine/Trump Peace Negotiations: 02:59–03:48
- Gaza Upcoming Talks: 03:48
- Obamacare Extensions/Political Deadlines: 04:02–04:34
- Tokyo Knife & Chemical Attack: 04:34–04:56
Tone & Language:
Concise and urgent, the episode is structured as a high-paced newscast—trusted sources relaying critical information, punctuated with direct quotes, and a straightforward delivery geared toward a general American audience.
For Listeners:
This episode efficiently surveys top headlines, major weather threats, breaking international news, and U.S. political maneuvering—giving you a brisk, fact-packed sense of where the country and world stand as of the early morning of December 27, 2025.