Fox News Hourly Update: 3PM ET 02/13/2026 Newscast

Host: Alisa Brady
Date: February 13, 2026
Overview:
This episode delivers concise updates on major news stories developing across the United States, focusing on the ongoing search for Nancy Guthrie in Arizona, legal and political developments involving ICE, high-profile court cases, federal funding disputes, and the Pentagon’s push toward financial accountability. The tone remains direct and informational throughout, highlighting breaking developments and statements from key officials.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Nancy Guthrie Case Update

[00:03 - 00:44]

• Sheriff Chris Nanos Clarifies Handling of Evidence:

  • Sheriff Nanos explains why Pima County chose to send evidence to a contracted lab instead of the FBI:

    "We trust the FBI's crime lab. We've used them before. But in this case we just started with this lab. It's just that simple. And we talked to the FBI about it and they agreed. They said, yeah, makes sense here."
    — Chris Nanos, [00:20]

  • Nanos denies claims of reluctance to involve the FBI:

    "I've always had a great relationship with the FBI. They're a good team. They're good people." — Chris Nanos, [00:39]

  • Clarification that a rumored glove was not found at Nancy Guthrie’s home.

2. Legal Developments: Don Lemon & ICE Protest

[00:44 - 01:11]

• Don Lemon’s Court Case:
  • The former CNN anchor pleads not guilty over his involvement in an anti-ICE protest that disrupted a Minnesota church.
    • Lemon claims journalistic presence; prosecutors allege deeper involvement.
  • Four others arraigned also plead not guilty.

3. DHS Funding Standoff

[01:11 - 01:46]

• Impending Funding Crisis:

  • The Department of Homeland Security risks a shutdown at midnight amid a standoff over immigration enforcement.

  • Political divide:

    "Democrats want ICE and Border Patrol reined in demanding additional oversight of enforcement operations." — Unnamed Political Commentator, [01:11]

  • President Trump defends immigration enforcement:

    "Hundreds of thousands of criminals out of our country. We have to protect our law enforcement." — President Trump (reported), [01:20]

  • TSA, FEMA, and the Coast Guard could be impacted, while ICE and CBP are buffered by prior funding.

4. Johnson & Johnson Talc Verdict

[01:46 - 02:00]

• Pennsylvania Jury Finds Company Liable:
  • Johnson & Johnson is found liable for a woman’s fatal ovarian cancer in a talc lawsuit, one of many the company faces.
  • The company maintains that its products are safe.

5. Minneapolis ICE Agent Shooting Case

[02:15 - 02:57]

• Assault Charges Dropped After New Evidence Emerges:

  • Federal prosecutor requests dismissal after determining evidence contradicts officer claims.

  • FBI affidavit reveals:

    • ICE agents pursued the wrong car.
    • Men were running away when shot, not attacking with broom or shovel.

  • Attorney's statement:

    "The men are overjoyed with the prosecutor's request to drop the charges and that the ICE agent should be criminally charged." — Attorney for accused, [02:54]

  • ICE opens a joint probe into the officers’ conduct.

6. Pentagon Audit Legislation

[03:11 - 03:52]

• Senator Joni Ernst Pushes For Fiscal Accountability:

  • The Pentagon is the only federal agency that’s never passed an audit.

  • Ernst introduces “Reviewing Every Check and each Invoice Purchasing Troop Supplies Receipts Act” to require a passed audit by 2028, leveraging AI for cost efficiency:

    “The legislation would direct the Department of War to use AI technology, which the Sen says would save money by reducing the reliance on costly consultants.” — Ryan Schmell’s, [03:30]

  • Bipartisan concerns cited over defense spending transparency.

7. Stock Market Update

[03:52 - 04:15]

• Markets Recover Slightly:
  • The Dow, S&P, and Nasdaq edge higher after positive inflation news, though not enough to offset earlier losses.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Chris Nanos Defends Lab Choice:

  "We trust the FBI's crime lab. We've used them before...But in this case we just started with this lab. It's just that simple." — Chris Nanos, [00:20]

• Denial of FBI Reluctance:

  "I've always had a great relationship with the FBI..." — Chris Nanos, [00:39]

• Perspectives on Immigration Enforcement Standoff:

  "Democrats want ICE and Border Patrol reined in..." — Unnamed Political Commentator, [01:11]
  "Hundreds of thousands of criminals out of our country." — President Trump (reported), [01:20]

• Attorney for Accused ICE Agent Case:

  "[The men] are overjoyed with the prosecutor's request to drop the charges and that the ICE agent should be criminally charged." — Defense attorney (paraphrased), [02:54]

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Nancy Guthrie Case & Sheriff Comments – [00:03 - 00:44]
• Don Lemon & ICE Protest – [00:44 - 01:11]
• DHS Funding Crisis – [01:11 - 01:46]
• Johnson & Johnson Verdict – [01:46 - 02:00]
• Minneapolis ICE Agent Shooting Case – [02:15 - 02:57]
• Pentagon Audit Push – [03:11 - 03:52]
• Stock Market Update – [03:52 - 04:15]

This update episode is rich with breaking developments, direct comment from major players, and a quick snapshot of national political and legal challenges, consistent with Fox News Radio’s concise, news-focused style.