5AM ET 02/06/2026 Newscast

Summary

Fox News Hourly Update – 5AM ET 02/06/2026

Host: Ted Lindner (FOX News Podcasts)
Date: February 6, 2026
Episode Theme:
A fast-paced roundup of major overnight news stories in the U.S. and internationally, covering ongoing breaking cases, business updates, world affairs, sports, and a regional earthquake alert.

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1. FBI Reveals Details in Savannah Guthrie’s Mother Ransom Case

[00:02]

• Story: New information about the ongoing search for the missing mother of Today show host Savannah Guthrie.

• Key Details:

  • FBI confirms two ransom note deadlines:
    • The first deadline (5pm, presumed Arizona time) has passed; noted for changing the conditions of the ransom.
    • The second deadline is set for Monday; reportedly contains “something far more…consequential.”
    • Harvey Levin (TMZ) received one of the ransom notes and is cited as describing the new threat.
  • Ongoing intense evidence search, but sheriff states there are “no clues” about the perpetrator.
  • Notable Quote:
    • “The FBI confirming that there were two deadlines…that deadline talked about changing the conditions of the ransom. Now there is a second deadline...that deadline threatens something far more, in Harvey's words, consequential.” — Jonathan Hunt, [00:16]

• Reward: FBI offers $50,000 for information about the case.

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2. Boeing 737 Max Families Seek Legal Recourse

[00:52]

• Story: Families of the victims of two Boeing 737 Max crashes attempt to revive the criminal case against Boeing.
• Background:
  • 2018-2019 crashes killed 346 people.
  • Boeing previously faced a criminal conspiracy charge, which was dismissed after the company and U.S. government reached a compensation and reform deal.

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3. Pizza Hut Restaurant Closures Amid Sale Talks

[01:28]

• Story: Pizza Hut, owned by Yum Brands, is planning to close 250 underperforming U.S. locations in early 2026.
• Context:
  • The chain faces declining sales, with U.S. same-store sales dropping 5% in 2025.
  • Owner Yum Brands is reviewing options, possibly preparing Pizza Hut for sale.
  • Despite celebrity-backed promotions (e.g., Tom Brady), issues persist due to outdated stores and increased competition.

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4. Russian Military Intelligence Officer Shot in Moscow

[02:32]

• Story: Lieutenant General Vladimir Alexeyev, deputy chief of Russian military intelligence, is shot several times by an unidentified person in Moscow.
• Details:
  • Attack occurred at a residential building; Alexeyev is hospitalized.
  • Pattern of attacks on Russian top brass, with Moscow often blaming Ukraine, which has claimed responsibility in some cases.
  • Incident happened just after peace talks between Russia, Ukraine, and the U.S. in Abu Dhabi.
• Notable Quote:
  • “Officials say Lieutenant General Vladimir Alexeyev was shot several times by an unidentified assailant. He's a deputy chief of Russian military intelligence.” — Jonathan Savage, [02:37]

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5. Super Bowl Preview: Patriots vs. Seahawks

[03:14]

• Story: Both teams make a comeback after missing last year’s playoffs; spotlight on New England Patriots’ resurgence.
• Patriots:
  • Won the AFC East in Mike Vrabel’s first season as head coach after a 4-13 record the previous year.
  • Quarterback Drake May credits Vrabel’s message and leadership:
    • “I think from day one, I feel like the guys have really kind of took what Coach V wanted to do with us and have just really applied it to their lives in every single way, whether it's on the field, off the field.” — Drake May, [03:36]
• Seahawks:
  • Did not make the playoffs during Mike McDonald’s first season.

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6. Utah Earthquake: No Damage, Reminder of Preparedness

[03:59]

• Story: A 3.5-magnitude earthquake struck near Saratoga Springs, Utah.
• Expert Comment:
  • Dr. Julia Morton, University of Utah:
    • “These earthquakes have been a really great reminder that we are in an earthquake country, that we do have earthquakes to help prepare for that.” — Dr. Julia Morton, [04:13]
• Status: No reports of damage or injuries.

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Memorable Moments & Key Quotes

• “The FBI confirming that there were two deadlines...that deadline threatens something far more, in Harvey’s words, consequential.” — Jonathan Hunt, [00:16]
• “I think from day one, I feel like the guys have really kind of took what Coach V wanted to do with us and have just really applied it to their lives in every single way, whether it's on the field, off the field.” — Drake May, [03:36]
• “These earthquakes have been a really great reminder that we are in an earthquake country...” — Dr. Julia Morton, [04:13]

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Timestamps for Important Segments

• [00:02] – Savannah Guthrie’s mother ransom investigation update
• [00:52] – Boeing 737 Max families’ legal push
• [01:28] – Pizza Hut closures and sale considerations
• [02:32] – Russian military intelligence officer shooting
• [03:14] – Patriots/Seahawks Super Bowl preview
• [03:59] – Utah earthquake and preparedness reminder

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This episode provides a concise yet comprehensive snapshot of ongoing high-profile news stories, with direct reporting and commentary from FOX News correspondents, blending serious criminal, business, international, sports, and public safety news in a brisk, information-driven style.

Transcript

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Searching for answers. I'm Ted Lindner. FOX News. The FBI revealed new details Thursday about the alleged ransom notes for the missing mom of Today show host Savannah Guthrie. Fox's Jonathan Hunt in Tucson with the latest for us this morning.

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The FBI confirming that there were two deadlines, one for 5pm now we're assuming that the writer of that note meant 5pm in Arizona. Therefore, that deadline passed. 5 that deadline talked about changing the conditions of the ransom. Now there is a second deadline. The FBI said that was for Monday. And we've learned from Harvey Levin of tmz, who received one of those ransom notes, that that deadline threatens something far more, in Harvey's words, consequential. That's why the search for evidence and clues is going on intensely. In the meantime, the sheriff says they have no clue who might have done this.

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The FBI also announcing it was offering a $50,000 reward for any information. The families of the victims of two fatal Boeing plane crashes are trying to breathe new life into their criminal case against the airplane manufacturer. Two Boeing 737 Max jetliners crashed in 2018 and 2019, killing a total of 346 people. The criminal conspiracy charge that Boeing faced was dismissed last year. This after the US Government reached a deal with Boeing that included compensation for victims families as well as safety and quality control measures. And despite recent commercials featuring Tom Brady. Pizza Hut planning to close 250 US restaurants in the first half of this year as its parent company considers a sale of the chain. Yum Brands. The pizza company's owner announcing it's targeting underperforming Pizza Hut restaurants in its system. Pizza Hut has more than 6,000 locations in the U.S. louisville, Kentucky based Yum Brands has said it was conducting a formal review of options for Pizza Hut, which has struggled with outdated stores and growing competition. The chain's U.S. same store sales or sales of locations open at least a year fell 5% in 2025. America's listening to Fox News.

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A top Russian officer shot and wounded in Moscow fox's Jonathan Savage with more.

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Officials say Lieutenant General Vladimir Alexeyev was shot several times by an unidentified assailant. He's a deputy chief of Russian military intelligence. The attack took place at a residential building in Russia's capital, Moscow. Alexeyev is now being treated in the hospital. Several top Russian military officers have been assassinated in attacks that Moscow blames on Ukraine. In some cases, Ukrainian military intelligence has claimed responsibility. This shooting a day after Russian, Ukrainian and US Negotiators wrapped up two days of talks in Abu Dhabi. JONATHAN savage, FOX NEWS well, we are.

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Now just two days away from the big game.

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Both the Patriots and Seahawks are playing in the super bowl one year after missing out on the playoffs. But New England's turnaround is particularly impressive. The Patriots won the AFC east in Mike Frable's first season as head coach, one year after going 4 and 13. And quarterback Drake May said the players bought into Frable's message early on.

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I think from day one, I feel like the guys have really kind of took what Coach V wanted to do with us and have just really applied it to their lives in every single way, whether it's on the field, off the field.

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That was courtesy of the Patriots as New England had missed out on the playoffs in three consecutive seasons. The well, Seattle failed to make the Postseason in Mike McDonald's first year as head coach. Joe Morgan, Fox News and a magnitude.

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3.5 earthquake struck just four miles northwest of Saratoga Springs, Utah, Thursday afternoon. Dr. Julia Morton is a research scientist with the University of Utah's seismograph stations. She warns people not to take tremors lightly.

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These earthquakes have been a really great reminder that we are in an earthquake country, that we do have earthquakes to help prepare for that.

[A]

There are no reports of any damage or injuries caused by the earthquake. I'm Ted Lindner and this is FOX News.

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