4AM ET 05/09/2026 Newscast

Summary

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Fox News Hourly Update – 4AM ET, May 9, 2026

Host: Debra Valentine
Date: May 9, 2026
Podcast: Fox News Hourly Update

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Episode Overview

This concise newscast delivers key global and national updates, focusing on Russia’s Victory Day under the shadow of the Ukraine war, renewed military tensions between Iran and the US, a major Virginia Supreme Court redistricting decision, and notable crime and law enforcement stories in the US.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Russia’s Victory Day Parade Amid Wartime Security ([00:03]–[00:50])

• Main Story: Russia is holding its annual Victory Day parade in Moscow under unprecedented security due to ongoing conflict with Ukraine.
• Security Details:
  • President Vladimir Putin presides as usual.
  • Extra security measures due to Kyiv’s drone attacks on Moscow.
  • Diminished military presence—significantly, no tanks or missiles in the parade.
• Ceasefire Dynamics:
  • Russia declares a unilateral ceasefire for the occasion.
  • Ukraine casts doubt, citing Russia’s non-compliance with Ukraine's previous ceasefire.

Notable Quote:

“Every year Moscow marks the anniversary of victory over Nazi Germany. But the current war with Ukraine is overshadowing events.”
— Jonathan Savage ([00:10])

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2. Iran–US Standoff in the Persian Gulf ([00:50]–[01:33])

• Overview: Escalation in the Persian Gulf tests a fragile ceasefire between Iran and the US.
• Incidents:
  • A US FA18 Super Hornet fires on two empty, Iranian-flagged oil tankers headed for an Iranian port. Both vessels are disabled.
  • Central Command enforces a blockade, stalling over 70 tankers and more than $13B in oil exports to Iranian ports.
• Ceasefire Tension: Despite the ceasefire, military action and diplomatic jostling continue.

Notable Quote:

“Let’s not forget there is a ceasefire in existence, but apparently it’s a little shaky now.”
— Ashley Webster ([01:00])

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3. US–Iran Diplomacy and Sanctions ([01:33]–[02:00])

• Peace Talks: President Trump signals possibility of an imminent peace deal with Iran.
• Sanctions: US State Department targets four Chinese-based firms (including Meantropy Technology and Earth Eye) for aiding Iran’s military—with satellite imagery—during Operation Epic Fury.

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4. Virginia Redistricting Ruling ([02:37]–[03:23])

• Supreme Court Decision:
  • Virginia’s Supreme Court (4-3 ruling) invalidates Democratic-backed redistricting maps, citing a flawed process and state constitutional violations.
  • The rejected map would have advantaged Democrats significantly (10 out of 11 seats).
• Political Reactions:
  • Democrats express shock and plan an immediate appeal to the US Supreme Court.
  • Governor Abigail Spamberger issues a statement focusing on voter information and preparation.

Notable Quote:

“I am disappointed by the Supreme Court of Virginia’s ruling, but my focus as governor will be on ensuring that all voters have the information necessary to make their voices heard.”
— Gov. Abigail Spamberger (statement read by Chanley Painter, [03:10])

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5. North Carolina Family Tragedy ([03:23]–[04:06])

• Incident: Teenager Star Grant (16) suspected of fatally shooting her parents and grandmother in Buncombe County, NC.
• Aftermath:
  • Grant discovered missing after the incident, later found in Gatlinburg, TN with 28-year-old Devin Loving.
  • The motive and relationship between Grant and Loving remain unclear.
• Community Response: Neighbors express shock, recalling positive relations with the family.

Memorable Moment:

“Her family was great to me. They treated me well.”
— Neighbor ([03:47])

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6. Officer-Involved Shooting in Indianapolis ([04:06]–[04:26])

• Event: Indianapolis police attempt to arrest a suspect. During a physical altercation, both an officer and the suspect are shot.
• Status: The officer is in stable condition; the suspect is in critical condition.

Key Statement:

“Officers were attempting to take that suspect into custody. A physical struggle ensued and at some point an officer involved shooting occurred.”
— Officer Drew Brown ([04:19])

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Timestamps for Important Segments

• Russia’s Victory Day & Ukraine War: [00:03]–[00:50]
• Iran–US Persian Gulf Escalation: [00:50]–[01:33]
• US–Iran Diplomacy & Sanctions: [01:33]–[02:00]
• Virginia Redistricting Ruling: [02:37]–[03:23]
• North Carolina Family Triple Homicide: [03:23]–[04:06]
• Indianapolis Officer Shooting: [04:06]–[04:26]

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Notable Quotes

• “Every year Moscow marks the anniversary of victory over Nazi Germany. But the current war with Ukraine is overshadowing events.”
  — Jonathan Savage ([00:10])

• “Let’s not forget there is a ceasefire in existence, but apparently it’s a little shaky now.”
  — Ashley Webster ([01:00])

• “I am disappointed by the Supreme Court of Virginia’s ruling, but my focus as governor will be on ensuring that all voters have the information necessary to make their voices heard.”
  — Gov. Abigail Spamberger (read by Chanley Painter, [03:10])

• “Her family was great to me. They treated me well.”
  — Neighbor ([03:47])

• “Officers were attempting to take that suspect into custody. A physical struggle ensued and at some point an officer involved shooting occurred.”
  — Officer Drew Brown ([04:19])

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Tone & Language

The update maintains an urgent, factual news tone, prioritizing concise delivery of high-stakes domestic and international events, legal rulings, and breaking crime stories.

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Transcript

[Debra Valentine]

Day one. I'm Debra Valentine, Fox News. Russia holds its annual Victory Day parade under tighter security than ever.

[Jonathan Savage]

Fox's Jonathan Savage reports President Vladimir Putin will preside as usual over a military parade in Red Square today. Every year Moscow marks the anniversary of victory over Nazi Germany. But the current war with Ukraine is overshadowing events. A Kremlin spokesman saying extra security measures are in place as Kyiv continues to target the Russian camp capital with drones. There will also be less military hardware on show this year. No tanks or missiles. Today. Russia has declared a unilateral ceasefire to coincide with the event. But Ukraine says the Russians didn't respect a Ukrainian ceasefire earlier in the week. Jonathan Savage, Fox News.

[Debra Valentine]

Iran and the US Are trading blows in the Persian Gulf for a second day, testing the limits of a fragile ceasefire. Fox's Ashley Webster has more from Tel Aviv.

[Ashley Webster]

There has been plenty of military action around the Strait of Hormuz. The very Latest saw a US FA18 Super Hornet fire on two empty Iranian flagged oil tankers that were heading towards a port in Iran. Both vessels were disabled. Let's not forget there is a ceasefire in existence, but apparently it's a little shaky now. According to Central Command, the blockade is preventing more than 70 tankers capable of transporting more than 13 billion worth of oil from entering Iranian ports.

[Debra Valentine]

President Trump has signaled that a peace deal with Iran could soon be signed. The State Department Friday sanctioned four Chinese based entities accused of supporting Iran's military operations during Operation Epic Fury. The firms, including Meantropy Technology and the Earth Eye, allegedly provided satellite imagery to Iran. America's listening to Fox News.

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[Jonathan Savage]

News

[Debra Valentine]

In a 4 to 3 ruling, the Virginia Supreme Court strikes down Democratic backed redistricting maps, finding the process flawed. Fox's Chanley Painter reports the new map

[Chanley Painter]

would have given Democrats a chance to win all but one of Virginia's 11 congressional seats. Opponents of the recent referendum, which gerrymandered four GOP leaning seats into the Democrats column, said the ballot measure was rushed in a violation of the state constitution. And the Virginia Supreme Court agreed. Democrats from Richmond to Washington were staggered. Virginia Governor Abigail Spamberger responding, quote, I am disappointed by the Supreme Court of Virginia's ruling, but my focus as governor will be on ensuring that all voters have the information necessary to make their voices heard.

[Debra Valentine]

Democrats plan to appeal the decision to the U.S. supreme Court. A North Carolina teenager is suspected of killing her parents and grandmother.

[Crime Reporter]

Crime scene tapes still hanging here on this fence after deputies with the Buncombe County Sheriff's Office say they found three adults dead with gunshot wounds. Now, one of the suspects accused in their deaths, the victim's daughter and granddaughter leaving neighbors shocked.

[Neighbor]

Her family was great to me. They treated me well.

[Crime Reporter]

After finding the three victims, deputies realized a 16 year old star Grant who lived in the home with her parents was missing. Deputies say they tracked her to Gatlinburg, Tennessee where she was found Friday morning with 28 year old Devin Loving. The nature of their relationship is unknown at this time.

[Debra Valentine]

Fox Carolina's Alexa Urban reporting. An Indianapolis Metropolitan Police officer and a suspect shot Friday night on the city's north side. Indianapolis Police public information Officer Drew Brown.

[Drew Brown]

Officers were attempting to take that suspect into custody. A physical struggle ensued and at some point an officer involved shooting occurred.

[Debra Valentine]

The officer is reported in stable condition and the suspect is reported in critical condition. I'm Deborah Valentine. This is FOX News.

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