Fox News Hourly Update – 5AM ET 01/11/2026

Episode Overview
This Fox News Hourly Update delivers a fast-paced overview of major developments across the U.S. and globally, including escalating protests in Minneapolis following a controversial police shooting, familial tragedy in Mississippi, warnings for Americans in Venezuela, surging unrest in Iran, and highlights from the Golden Globes. The newscast covers political, social, and entertainment news with real-time input from Fox reporters and local officials.

Key Stories and Insights

1. Escalating Protests in Minneapolis (00:03 – 00:47)

• Background: Tensions mount as Minneapolis reacts to footage of the ICE agents’ fatal confrontation with Renee Good.
• Mayor's Response: Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Fry remains firm in his stance condemning the shooting, emphasizing the lack of justification even after reviewing the newly released video.
  • "I can see a person that is trying to leave. I can see an ICE agent that was not run over by a car." (Jacob Fry, 00:26)
• Police Challenge: The city’s police chief acknowledges the struggle of maintaining order at protests without inciting further violence.

2. Mass Shooting in Clay County, Mississippi (00:47 – 01:27)

• Incident: Six people, all related, were killed. The suspect has been charged with first-degree murder.
• Law Enforcement Perspective: Clay County Sheriff Eddie Scott underscores the unpredictability of such violence.
  • "This guy went on our radar. I mean this is family members that he went after and nobody has reported anything to us. So it can happen anywhere." (Eddie Scott, 00:57)
  • "The best thing we can do is just stay on our toes and ... promote, you know, this anti gun violence. It's just too much of it going on." (Eddie Scott, 01:07)

3. U.S. Warnings and Protests in Venezuela (01:27 – 01:55)

• Security Alert:
  • The State Department urges Americans to leave Venezuela immediately, citing targeting of U.S. citizens by armed groups.
  • Large protests in Caracas call on the U.S. to free ousted former dictator Nicolas Maduro and his wife, recently captured by the U.S.
• Diplomatic Response: President Trump announces progress on the release of political prisoners in Venezuela.
  • "The US Is warning Americans in Venezuela to leave immediately, saying armed groups are searching vehicles for evidence of U.S. citizenship ..." (Chanley Painter, 01:27)

4. Violent Unrest in Iran; U.S. Response (02:41 – 03:47)

• Protests Escalate:
  • Nearly 200 dead; hospitals overwhelmed.
  • Despite a communications blackout, images of destruction emerge as protests against the regime intensify.
• Regime Threats: Iran’s attorney general labels protestors “enemies of God” and threatens the death penalty.
  • "Anyone taking part will be considered, quote, an enemy of God and could face the death penalty." (Stephanie Bennett, 03:08)
• International Support: U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and President Trump express support for protestors and warn the Iranian regime against violent crackdowns.
  • "The United States supports the brave people of Iran." (Stephanie Bennett quoting Rubio, 03:24)
  • "President Trump warns Iran not to harm protesters, saying that the US could retaliate if the regime uses force against protesters." (Chris DiMaio, 03:28)

5. Golden Globes Awards Preview (03:47 – 04:28)

• Host: Nikki Glaser returns for her second consecutive year.
• Film Nominations:
  • “One Battle After Another” leads with nine nominations—starring Leonardo DiCaprio as “an aging washed up revolutionary.”
  • Other frontrunners: “Sentimental Value” (family drama), “Sinners” (vampire genre-bender).
• TV Nominations: “The White Lotus” dominates with six; “Adolescents” follows with five.
  • "Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another is leading the nominations with Nine ..." (Nikki Glaser, 03:57)

6. Update on Ohio Double Murder (04:28 – 04:36)

• Arrest: The ex-husband of an Ohio dentist's wife is in custody following last month's double murder.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Fry (on ICE shooting video):
  • "I can see a person that is trying to leave. I can see an ICE agent that was not run over by a car." (00:26)
• Clay County Sheriff Eddie Scott (on mass shooting):
  • "So it can happen anywhere. The best thing we can do is just stay on our toes ... It's just too much of it going on." (00:57–01:07)
• Fox’s Chanley Painter (on Venezuela warning):
  • "The US Is warning Americans in Venezuela to leave immediately, saying armed groups are searching vehicles for evidence of U.S. citizenship." (01:27)
• Fox’s Stephanie Bennett (on Iran unrest):
  • "Hospitals across Iran are overwhelmed ... Human rights groups say dozens have been killed and thousands of others arrested." (02:50–03:08)
• U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio (via Stephanie Bennett):
  • "The United States supports the brave people of Iran." (03:24)

Timestamps & Segment Guide

| Time | Segment | |-------------|-------------------------------------------------------| | 00:03–00:47 | Minneapolis: ICE shooting fallout and protest updates | | 00:47–01:27 | Mississippi mass shooting | | 01:27–01:55 | Venezuela: U.S. security warning & protests | | 02:41–03:47 | Iran: Deadly unrest, U.S. policy response | | 03:47–04:28 | Golden Globes preview: major nominees | | 04:28–04:36 | Ohio double murder arrest update |

Summary
This Fox News update spotlights America facing simultaneous crises of violence, government unrest, and heated protest—both domestically (Minneapolis, Mississippi, Ohio) and internationally (Venezuela, Iran), while also providing a brief moment of distraction with Golden Globes coverage. The tone combines urgent reporting with official statements, highlighting the challenges of law enforcement, foreign affairs, and national spirit in a turbulent news cycle.