Fox News Hourly Update – 3AM ET 02/09/2026 Newscast

Host: Ted Lindner
Date: February 9, 2026

Overview

This hourly update delivers concise reporting on major news events in the U.S. as of February 9, 2026. Featured headlines include an ongoing missing person investigation tied to NBC’s Savannah Guthrie, the Seattle Seahawks’ Super Bowl victory, severe cold weather impacts, escalating protests and their economic fallout in Minneapolis, and details about the upcoming NASA Crew 12 space mission.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. The Disappearance of Nancy Guthrie

[00:03–00:58]

• Case Background:

  • Nancy Guthrie, mother of NBC TODAY cohost Savannah Guthrie, disappeared last week. Investigators suspect abduction.
  • No suspects or persons of interest have been arrested.

• On-the-Ground Developments:

  • Law enforcement activity centered at Guthrie’s Tucson home.
  • Investigation focused on a drain outlet using specialized equipment (possibly searching for evidence).
  • Agents brought—and were seen with—maps or blueprints, which later appeared hung on evidence vehicles.

• Notable Quote:

  • "We don't know obviously whether they were looking for a particular item or whether they were taking samples." — Jonathan Hunt [00:23]

2. Super Bowl 60: Seattle Seahawks Triumph

[00:58–01:53]

• Outcome:

  • Seahawks win 29–13 over the New England Patriots -- their second Super Bowl in history.

• Key Factors:

  • Defense excelled, known as “the Dark Side,” forcing three turnovers.
  • Interception returned for a touchdown late in the game secured the win.

• Coaching & MVP:

  • Head coach Mike McDonald (age 38) becomes the third youngest Super Bowl-winning coach.
  • Offense led by kicker Jason Myers (five field goals, a new Super Bowl record) and RB Kenneth Walker (135 rushing, 26 receiving yards, named MVP).

• Notable Quote:

  • “Seattle’s defense, which was nicknamed the Dark side, was the difference, forcing three turnovers, including returning an interception for a touchdown late to seal it.” — Greg Thompson [01:13]

3. Extreme Weather Across the Northeast and Midwest

[02:32–03:03]

• Cold Snap:

  • Millions affected by frigid temperatures from Maine to Virginia and Ohio.
  • Bradford, Pennsylvania expected to reach minus 20°F air temperature (without wind chill).

• Snow Forecast:

  • Heavy snow projected for higher elevations in Montana, Utah, Wyoming. Yellowstone could see up to 15 inches.

• Notable Quote:

  • “Bradford, Pennsylvania might actually get into the negative 20s tonight.” — Steve Harrigan [02:42]

4. Minneapolis Protests and Economic Impact

[03:03–03:40]

• Current Situation:

  • Protests (“anti-ice”) continue, though numbers have decreased as weather moderates.
  • Violence erupted: objects (including ice, bottles, sex toys) thrown at federal agents; one agent injured, 42 arrests.

• Economic Fallout:

  • Local businesses struggling with repeated closures and safety concerns.
  • Restaurant and store owners claim protest disruption is “worse than Covid.”

• Notable Quotes:

  • “...throwing pieces of ice at federal agents. Also bottles and sometimes sex toys as well. One agent injured... 42 arrests overall. It turned violent suddenly.” — Steve Harrigan [03:12]
  • “Many store owners say that these protests have hit them worse than Covid.” — Steve Harrigan [03:36]

5. NASA Crew 12 Launch to International Space Station

[03:40–04:20]

• Mission Crew:

  • Two American astronauts, one European astronaut, one Russian cosmonaut.
  • Arrived at Kennedy Space Center, in quarantine ahead of launch (early Wednesday).

• Details:

  • Crew 12 launches atop a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, already cleared by the FAA.
  • Will join NASA’s Chris Williams and two Russian cosmonauts already aboard the ISS. Williams has been managing U.S. equipment solo since January.

• Notable Quotes:

  • “When they arrive at the ISS, Crew 12 will be greeted by two Russians and NASA astronaut Chris Williams, who's been maintaining the US equipment on the space station by himself since mid January.” — Jonathan Sery [04:09]

Memorable Moments & Timestamps

• [00:23] Jonathan Hunt’s speculation about the drain search signals uncertainty and gravity around the Guthrie investigation.
• [01:13] Greg Thompson explains how Seattle’s “Dark Side” defense swung the Super Bowl.
• [03:12] Steve Harrigan’s vivid description of protest tensions in Minneapolis.
• [03:36] Economic hardships for Minneapolis businesses compared to Covid.
• [04:09] NASA’s Chris Williams working alone in space since mid-January.

Conclusion

This Fox News update covers urgent and diverse topics — from a high-profile missing person case, a historic sports victory, hazardous winter weather, civic unrest with economic reverberations, to a pivotal space mission. The newscast balances factual, succinct reporting with telling details and direct field reporting.

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Ads, promotional segments, and scripted outro were omitted for clarity and relevance.