Fox News Hourly Update – 1PM ET Newscast (02/01/2026)

Episode Overview

This FOX News Hourly Update, hosted by Paul Stevens and featuring reports by Mike Seidel, Trey Yingst, and others, delivers breaking news on a severe winter storm in the US Southeast, mounting military tensions in the Middle East, the ongoing partial US government shutdown, the high-profile trial of Tyler James Robinson, and a major pharmaceutical investment in Pennsylvania.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Severe Nor’easter Batters the Carolinas and Virginia

• [00:02-00:55]
  • Paul Stevens highlights a significant nor’easter hitting the Carolinas and Virginia with heavy snow and dangerous cold.
  • Mike Seidel (on location in Kill Devil Hills, NC):
    • Reports wind gusts over 40 mph and temperatures around 22°F.
    • The wind blows snow off cars and roads, reducing snow buildup on some surfaces, though travel remains difficult.
    • Extreme cold warning in effect until Monday morning; wind chills down to 6°F.
    • "Most of the cars in the parking lot just scrape some ice and snow off the windshield... you don't have to get the snow brush out because it all blew off the cars."
    • Forecast: Modest warming and easing winds expected by tomorrow afternoon.
  • Stevens adds: Winter weather alerts stretch from southern Georgia to Maryland.

2. Growing Tensions in the Middle East

• [00:55-01:44]
  • Paul Stevens transitions to heightened military alert in the Middle East.
  • Trey Yingst (Reporting from Tel Aviv):
    • The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group has entered CENTCOM waters in the Arabian Sea. The US has redeployed aircraft and refueling planes to Jordan and Oman.
    • President Trump was asked about possible military action: “I certainly can't tell you that.” [01:17]
  • Stevens: "We do have very big, powerful ships heading in that direction." [01:22]
  • Seidel comments: "I hope they negotiate something that's acceptable." [01:29]
  • Yingst continues:
    • Iranian military leadership threatens the US; Supreme Leader warns that war would become regional.
    • Supreme Leader claims the US is interested primarily in Iranian oil, gas, and mineral resources.

3. Partial US Government Shutdown Enters Day Two

• [02:31-03:10]
  • Paul Stevens reports the shutdown has reached its second day.
  • Chat Program Reporter (Capitol Hill):
    • Republicans can only lose two votes to pass a DHS funding bill; Democrats refuse to assist until conditions at ICE are addressed.
    • Many Democrats advocate for defunding ICE, pressuring party leadership.
    • “78% of the government is shut this weekend. That includes the Pentagon, housing programs, the Department of Homeland Security, plus transportation. That's a problem if it's a long shutdown.” [03:00]

4. Tyler James Robinson’s Court Proceedings

• [03:10-04:00]

  • Paul Stevens introduces a legal update on Tyler James Robinson, accused in the murder of Charlie Kirk.

  • Ainsley Earhart explains:

    • Defense tries to suppress video evidence of the shooting, saying it is graphic and would harm Robinson’s right to a fair trial.
    • Motion to have the prosecutors removed due to a conflict of interest: a prosecutor's child was in the crowd at the time.
    • Defense seeks to ban cameras from this week’s courtroom hearings.
    • Notable quote: “[The video] is graphic and likely highly disturbing to any person who views it negatively impacting Mr. Robinson's constitutional right to a fair trial.” [03:36] — Robinson’s defense team.

  • Stevens concludes: Robinson faces seven charges, including aggravated murder.

5. Eli Lilly’s $3 Billion Drug Plant in Pennsylvania

• [04:00-04:28]
  • Paul Stevens announces Eli Lilly’s planned $3 billion facility in Fogelsville (near Allentown), Pennsylvania.
  • The plant will manufacture injectable drugs and devices, including the weight loss medication Z Bound.
  • Construction to begin in 2026, with completion targeted in 2031.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “The wind gusting over 40 miles an hour picking up the powdery snow...wind chill is now down to six above zero.”
  — Mike Seidel [00:16]

• “We do have very big, powerful ships heading in that direction.”
  — Paul Stevens [01:22]

• “Iran's supreme leader adding that he thinks the US is simply interested in his country's oil, gas and mineral resources.”
  — Trey Yingst [01:44]

• “78% of the government is shut this weekend. That includes the Pentagon...plus transportation. That's a problem if it's a long shutdown.”
  — Chat Program Reporter [03:00]

• “[The video] is graphic and likely highly disturbing to any person who views it negatively impacting Mr. Robinson's constitutional right to a fair trial.”
  — Tyler Robinson’s defense team, via Ainsley Earhart [03:36]

Timestamps for Major Segments

| Segment | Start Time | |--------------------------------------------------|------------| | Winter Storm Coverage | 00:02 | | Middle East Military Tensions | 00:55 | | Government Shutdown Update | 02:31 | | Tyler Robinson Court Case | 03:10 | | Eli Lilly Pennsylvania Plant Announcement | 04:00 |

This newscast presents a rapid-fire update on severe weather, escalating geopolitical risks, ongoing governmental dysfunction, a high-stakes criminal trial, and a significant economic development, staying true to FOX News' brisk and informative tone.