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Fox News Hourly Update - 4PM ET, October 12, 2025

Host: Kathleen Maloney (FOX News)
Date: October 12, 2025
Main Theme:
A roundup of the day’s top news stories, including the imminent Israeli hostage release and peace deal, major weather impacts across the US Northeast, deadly flooding in Mexico, a mass shooting in South Carolina, and a fatal explosion at a Tennessee explosives facility.

Key Stories & Discussion Points

1. Imminent Release of Israeli Hostages and Peace Deal

[00:02-01:09]
- Story Overview: After two years, the last Israeli hostages held by Hamas are to be freed. This marks a potentially historic end to the Israeli-Hamas conflict.
- On The Ground:
  - Hundreds of thousands gathered in Hostages Square, joined by families of hostages and former hostages.
  - Notable figures like Ivanka Trump, Jared Kushner, and special envoy Steve Witkoff addressed the crowd, emphasizing hope and the significance of the peace plan.
- Hostage Exchange Details:
  - Hostages will be picked up by the Red Cross in Gaza, transferred to Israeli forces, reunited with their families, and flown to hospitals.
  - In exchange, nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners to be released:
    - 142 will likely be deported abroad
    - 100 to the West Bank
    - 5 to East Jerusalem
    - 3 to Gaza
- Notable Quote:
  - "It's the moment of my life, a blessing in my life." — Family member on the imminent release, [00:41]
- Diplomatic Movement:
  - President Trump is scheduled to travel to the region for the signing of the peace agreement.

2. Major Nor'easter Hits the U.S. East Coast

[01:09-01:59]
- Current Situation:
  - A state of emergency declared in New Jersey due to severe nor'easter weather.
  - Airports affected: Washington D.C., Newark, JFK, LaGuardia, Philadelphia, Boston Logan.
  - Ground stops (20–70 minutes) due to poor weather, expected to clear by 11 PM ET.
- Advice to Travelers:
  - “Travelers are encouraged to check with their airline before heading to the airport.”

3. Deadly Flooding and Landslides in Mexico

[02:16-03:03]
- Casualties & Destruction:
  - At least 41 confirmed dead, 27 missing after massive rainfall.
  - Central and southeastern Mexico hardest hit.
  - Thousands of soldiers involved in response; roads blocked by debris.
  - In Posa Rica, 12 feet of water inundated streets swiftly, catching residents off guard.
  - In Hidalgo, over 150 communities lost power.
  - In Puebla, nearly 20,000 homes damaged/destroyed in 55 municipalities.
- Notable Description:
  - "Residents of Posa Rica, an oil town 170 miles northeast of Mexico City, reported hearing the wall of water and crashing cars before seeing 12ft of water flood the streets on Friday." — Ann Kerik, FOX News, [02:22]

4. Mass Shooting in South Carolina

[03:03-03:46]
- Incident Details:
  - Four dead, at least 20 injured after overnight gunfire at Willy’s Bar and Grill on St. Helena Island.
  - Victims sought cover in nearby businesses and homes.
  - Four of the injured remain in critical condition.
- Authorities’ Response:
  - “The sheriff's office [is] calling the shooting a tragic and difficult incident for everyone.”

5. Fatal Explosion at Tennessee Explosives Plant

[03:46-End]
- Summary:
  - Bomb blast at the Accurate Energetic Systems facility—16 people killed, none survived.
  - The military-grade explosives plant was “reduced to the smoldering ruin of twisted metal and charred vehicles.”
  - The cause of the explosion remains under investigation.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

On Hope and Relief:
- "It's the moment of my life, a blessing in my life." — Family member of Israeli hostage, [00:41]
Describing Disaster:
- "Residents of Posa Rica...reported hearing the wall of water and crashing cars before seeing 12ft of water flood the streets on Friday." — Ann Kerik, [02:22]
On Tragedy:
- “The sheriff's office calling the shooting a tragic and difficult incident for everyone.” — [03:34]

Timestamps for Key Segments

00:02–01:09: Israeli Hostage Release & Peace Agreement
01:09–01:59: U.S. Nor’easter, Airport Delays
02:16–03:03: Mexico Flooding & Landslides
03:03–03:46: St. Helena Island, SC Mass Shooting
03:46–End: Tennessee Explosives Plant Explosion

This episode covers major breaking stories of global and national interest, blending on-the-ground reporting with official statements and personal testimonies. The tone is urgent and factual, aiming to inform listeners about critical events of the day.

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[00:02]
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Anticipation builds for the release of Israeli hostages. I'm Kathleen Maloney, Fox News. After an agonizing two years, the remaining Israeli hostages will soon be free in what is hoped to be an historic end to the Israeli Hamas war. Fox's Trey Yings with the latest.
[00:19]
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Overnight, hundreds of thousands of Israelis gathered here in Hostages Square for what they hope will be their final rally with the families of those expected to be released by Hamas standing behind them and many former hostages. President Trump's daughter Ivanka Trump, son in law Jared Kushner and special envoy Steve Witkoff addressed the crowd about this historic peace plan. What does this moment mean to you?
[00:41]
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It's the moment of my life, a blessing in my life.
[00:44]
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Anticipation is high in these final hours. The hostages are expected to be picked up by the Red Cross inside Gaza and then transferred to Israeli forces. Then they'll be reunited with family members and flown by helicopter to local hospitals for medical treatment. The hostages are set to be exchanged for nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners. 142 of them are legged, likely to be deported abroad, 100 released into the West bank, five to East Jerusalem and three to Gaza.
[01:10]
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President Trump is traveling to the region for the signing of the peace agreement. A state of emergency is in effect for New Jersey as a nor' easter hammers the East Coast. Several airports in the Northeast are dealing with ground stops issued by the FAA today due to poor weather conditions being produced by that nor'. Easter. The restrictions have been affecting flights arriving into Washington, D.C. newark, Kennedy International Airport, LaGuardia, Philadelphia International and Boston Logan. The ground stops have been running from 20 to 70 minutes long. These disruptions are expected to be done by 11:00pm Eastern Time tonight, but travelers are encouraged to check with their flight status with their airline before heading to the airport. America is listening to FOX News.
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[02:16]
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At least 41 people are confirmed dead following rain, floods and landslides in Mexico.
[02:22]
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Torrential rainfall triggered floods and landslides in central and southeastern Mexico, the number of dead increasing as thousands of soldiers scour the destruction while clearing roads blocked by trees and cars. Residents of Posa Rica, an oil town 170 miles northeast of Mexico City, reported hearing the wall of water and crashing cars before seeing 12ft of water flood the streets on Friday. Many were unable to evacuate in time. In the state of Hidalgo, north of Mexico City, power was cut off to 150 communities as of Saturday. In the state of Puebla, east of Mexico City, nearly 20,000 homes are reported damaged or destroyed across the Gulf Coast State's 55 municipalities. Ann Kerik, FOX News.
[03:03]
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Authorities are searching for at least 27 missing people across the region. A mass shooting in St. Helena island in South Carolina left four people dead, at least 20 others injured overnight, according to the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office. Deputies say gunfire erupted at Willy's Bar and Grill, a popular weekend spot where a large crowd was gathered. According to witnesses, people ran to nearby businesses and homes seeking coverage. When officers arrived, four victims were pronounced dead at the scene. Four of the injured remain in critical condition at local hospitals. The sheriff's office calling the shooting a tragic and difficult incident for everyone. Authorities report the explosion at a rural Tennessee explosives facility has Left no survivors. 16 people were killed. The blast, which could be felt for miles, destroyed the Accurate Energetic Systems plant, an operation involved in supplying and researching military grade explosives. The site was reduced to a the smoldering ruin of twisted metal and charred vehicles. Cause of the explosion remains unknown as the investigation continues. I'm Kathleen Maloney. This is FOX News.