Fox News Hourly Update – 4PM ET 09/18/2025 Newscast

Overview

This Fox News Radio update, hosted by Alisa Brady, focuses on current national and international news. Key stories include President Trump's continued efforts to end the war in Ukraine, a deadly ambush on police officers in Pennsylvania, ongoing debate over DC statehood amidst recent federal crime crackdowns, and updates on crime, Wall Street, and a Colorado school shooting. The newscast features direct quotes and brief interviews with officials and reporters, delivering concise coverage with a focus on politics and public safety.

Key News Highlights

1. President Trump and the Ukraine War

Timestamps: 00:02 – 01:09

• Trump's Disappointment in Putin:

  • President Trump reiterates his intention to end the war in Ukraine, labeling it as exceptionally tough.
    • Quote (Donald Trump, 00:08): “It's tougher than I thought, but I've done a lot of tough things.”
  • Trump expresses personal disappointment in Russia's President Putin.

• Diplomatic Pressure on China:

  • Trump, after meeting with British PM Keir Starmer, suggests that increased pressure from NATO allies—especially regarding China's role—might help in resolving the war.
    • Quote (Donald Trump, 00:24): “If Europe did something with respect to China, I think China would probably maybe force [an end to the war].”
  • He criticizes European countries for buying oil from Russia, calling it a contradiction.
    • Quote (Donald Trump, 00:35): “…you can't have Europe buying oil from Russia and then have me getting upset with China because they're buying oil from Russia.”

• Clarification on Air Support:

  • Trump clarifies previous comments about help “by air”, saying he was referring to securing peace after the conflict ends, not military intervention.

• U.S.–China Relations & TikTok:

  • President Trump mentions an upcoming call with China's leader, with part of the discussion focused on finalizing a deal to keep TikTok running in the U.S.
    • Quote (Donald Trump, 01:02): “And it sounds like they approved TikTok. And TikTok is a tremendous amount of money for the United States. So that was nice.”
  • TikTok has until mid-December to divest from its Chinese parent firm; Trump recently extended the deadline.

2. Deadly Police Ambush in Pennsylvania

Timestamp: 01:09 – 01:55

• Incident Summary:
  • A gunman ambushed officers at his ex-girlfriend's home, killing three police officers and injuring two more.
  • The suspect, a suspected stalker, was ultimately killed by police.
• Community Impact:
  • Four out of the five affected officers served in the Northern York County Regional Police Department. A memorial is growing outside their building.

3. Crime and DC Statehood Debate

Timestamps: 02:57 – 03:48

• Federal Crime Crackdown in D.C.:

  • A recent spike in federal response to D.C.'s crime, involving national guard deployment, prompts House committee hearings.
  • Congressional delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton uses the hearing as a platform for DC statehood advocacy.

• Arguments for Statehood:

  • Chris Kaler (D.C. Resident), 03:19: “The 700,000 of us that live here in the District of Columbia are the only residents of the capital of a democratic country that do not have a voice in our national legislature. That's wrong.”
  • City Attorney General Brian Schwab calls the situation “un-American.”
  • Mayor Muriel Bowser states that D.C. fulfills all duties expected of a state yet lacks autonomy.

4. School Shooting in Colorado

Timestamps: 03:48 – 04:38

• Incident Recap and Survivors' Update:
  • After a recent shooting at Evergreen High School near Denver, two students continue recovery. The attacker, described as “radicalized,” injured the students before taking his own life.
• Heroic Actions and Fundraising:
  • Matthew Silverstone, one victim, is praised for pushing classmates to safety.
    • Quote (Chris Kaler, Silverstone's uncle, 04:25): “Matthew is not only my nephew, but… he’s now my hero.”
  • A GoFundMe page has been set up to assist with Silverstone’s medical costs.

5. Wall Street Update

Timestamps: 01:55 – 01:59 & 04:38 – 04:55

• Record-Setting Day:
  • The Dow closes up 123/124 points at 46,142.
  • S&P gains 31 points; Nasdaq up by 209 points.

Notable Quotes & Moments

• Donald Trump on war in Ukraine:

  • “It's tougher than I thought, but I've done a lot of tough things.” (00:08)
  • “If Europe did something with respect to China, I think China would probably maybe force [an end to the war].” (00:24)
  • “You can’t have Europe buying oil from Russia and then have me getting upset with China because they're buying oil from Russia.” (00:35)
  • “And it sounds like they approved TikTok. And TikTok is a tremendous amount of money for the United States. So that was nice.” (01:02)

• Chris Kaler on DC statehood:

  • “The 700,000 of us that live here in the District of Columbia are the only residents of the capital of a democratic country that do not have a voice in our national legislature. That's wrong.” (03:19)

• Chris Kaler on his nephew, Matthew Silverstone:

  • “Matthew is not only my nephew, but… he’s now my hero.” (04:25)

Additional Segments

• Federal Crime Crackdown: Memphis designated as the next city for federal intervention.
• Wall Street Recap: Redundant updates provided, emphasizing the day’s record-breaking market performance.

Overall Tone:
The newscast maintains a brisk, fact-driven tone, typical of hourly news bulletins, with brief but impactful direct quotes and rapidly shifting between national and international issues. The reporting emphasizes accountability, bipartisanship on security, and emotional resonance, particularly in coverage of the Colorado school shooting and DC’s statehood struggle.