Fox News Hourly Update

Episode: 4PM ET 09/28/2025 Newscast
Date: September 28, 2025
Host: Daria Albinger (Fox News Podcasts)
Duration: ~4 minutes (excluding sponsorships and promos)

Overview

This Fox News Hourly Update covers a series of major national and international news stories from September 28, 2025. The broadcast reports on two mass shootings in Michigan and North Carolina, key changes in Ohio law enforcement policy, New York City's mayoral race shake-up, and escalations in NATO-Russia tensions. The episode is fast-paced, offering concise updates on each developing situation.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Grand Blanc, Michigan Church Shooting

[00:01–00:52]

• Incident Details:
  • A 40-year-old man from Burton, Michigan, rammed his car through the doors of a Mormon church (Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) this morning.
  • He exited his car, opened fire with an assault rifle, and attempted to set the church on fire.
  • Police responded quickly; a gunfight ensued and the suspect was killed.
• Casualties:
  • At least one fatality; ten people shot.
• Investigation:
  • President Trump announced the FBI will lead the investigation into the suspect's motive, which remains unclear.

Notable Quote:

"This all started at 10:25 this morning when that 40 year old man rammed his vehicle through the front doors of the Church of Jesus Christ, Latter Day Saints in Grand Blanc, Michigan. ... He immediately exited that vehicle and began shooting using an assault rifle. ... Two officers actually responded ... engaged in a firefight with that suspect and they shot and killed that man. But unfortunately, 10 people were shot."
— Brian Yenis [00:13]

2. Southport, North Carolina Bar Shooting

[00:52–01:30]

• Incident Details:
  • Around midnight, a gunman arrived by boat at a waterfront bar, opened fire, then escaped by waterway.
• Casualties:
  • Three people dead, eight wounded.
• Suspect:
  • Nigel Edge. Police have charged him with three counts of first-degree murder.
  • Coast Guard spotted a suspect at a nearby boat ramp.
• Community Impact:
  • The shooting took place in a location featured in the movie "Safe Haven," a perceived symbol of safety in the community.

Notable Quote:

"Evil has come ashore in Southport, North Carolina, ironically enough, at the very place which once served as a backdrop to the movie Safe Haven. And that name is symbolic of the way in which the people in our community view this area."
— John David Evil, District Attorney [01:12]

3. Ohio Law Enforcement Ends Ticket Quotas

[01:30–02:00]

• Policy Change:
  • As of September 30th, Ohio law enforcement agencies will no longer require officers to meet minimum monthly ticket quotas.
• Significance:
  • Aimed at reducing pressures on officers and focusing on public safety over ticket numbers.

4. New York City Mayoral Race Shifts

[02:31–03:12]

• Mayor Eric Adams Exits Race:
  • Adams announced he will not seek re-election amidst low polling, fundraising struggles, and a corruption probe.
• Political Impact:
  • His exit could clear the way for democratic socialist candidate Zorhan Mamdani.
  • Reception is mixed; Adams has not endorsed a successor.
• Personal Note:
  • Adams described serving as mayor as an honor in his parting message.

Notable Quote:

"He decided to quit because of his low poll numbers and the fact that he just couldn't raise any money. He was placing forth in this race."
— Eric Shawn [02:37]

5. Concerns Over NATO-Russia Airspace Incidents

[03:12–04:11]

• Recent Violations:
  • Russian drones and fighter jets have crossed into NATO airspace over Poland, Romania, Estonia, and near Alaska.
• Response:
  • NATO has responded with fighter jet intercepts; European defense ministers plan to build a “drone wall” on the Russian border.
• Escalating Rhetoric:
  • President Trump supports NATO countries defending their airspace:

    "Mr. President, do you think that NATO countries should shoot down Russian aircraft if they enter their airspace? Yes, I do."
    — Interviewer & President Trump [03:36]

  • Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov warns any aggression will be met with a "decisive response."
• Diplomatic Stakes:
  • The Kremlin denies intentional violation; tensions remain high.

Notable Quote:

"The spark could happen if a Russian military jet [is] shot down over NATO territory. President Trump warned it was possible."
— Steve Harrigan [03:29]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

| Timestamp | Speaker | Quote / Moment | |-----------|---------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | 00:13 | Brian Yenis | Describes the dramatic start and police response to the Michigan church shooting | | 01:12 | John David Evil | “Evil has come ashore in Southport...” - on the symbolic weight of the local community wounded | | 02:37 | Eric Shawn | Outlines why Eric Adams dropped out of New York mayoral race | | 03:36 | Interviewer/Trump | “Yes, I do.” (on NATO shooting down Russian planes that violate airspace) | | 03:29 | Steve Harrigan | On increasing danger of a NATO-Russia incident sparking a wider conflict |

Important Timestamps for Each Segment

• Michigan Church Shooting: 00:01–00:52
• North Carolina Bar Shooting: 00:52–01:30
• Ohio Ends Ticket Quotas: 01:30–02:00
• NYC Mayoral Race: 02:31–03:12
• NATO-Russia Airspace Tension: 03:12–04:11

Tone & Style

• Direct, urgent, and serious: The episode addresses grave breaking news and rising security concerns.
• Factual and concise: Information is reported efficiently, focusing on verified details and direct statements from officials.

Summary

This newscast rapidly updates listeners on violent incidents in Michigan and North Carolina, a significant policing policy change in Ohio, a political shake-up in New York, and rising international security tensions along the borders of NATO and Russia. Both the coverage and the tone keenly reflect the gravity and immediacy of the stories reported, with contributions from multiple network correspondents on the scene and at the centers of policy debate.