Fox News Hourly Update – 5AM ET, February 13, 2026

Overview

This episode delivers a fast-paced roundup of major overnight U.S. and world news as of February 13, 2026. Key headlines include the latest on the FBI investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, a deadly shooting at South Carolina State University, an imminent NASA space launch, border security updates under the Trump administration, and the drawdown of a major ICE operation in Minnesota.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. FBI Investigation: Nancy Guthrie Kidnapping

• Main Details:
  The FBI released new identifying details about a suspect in the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping case after forensic analysis of doorbell camera footage. The suspect is a male, around 5'9" to 5'10", of average build, wearing a black 25-liter Ozark Trail hiker pack ([00:15]).
• Ongoing Investigation:
  Reward increased to up to $100,000 for information leading to Guthrie’s location or the arrest and conviction of those involved. Over 13,000 tips have been received, with each reviewed for actionability.
• Local Call to Action:
  Pima County authorities ask neighbors within a two-mile radius for any surveillance footage ([01:02]).
• Controversy:
  The Pima County sheriff is accused of blocking FBI access to key evidence related to the case.

"The FBI says it's collected over 13,000 tips related to the case, noting every tip is reviewed for credibility, relevance and information that can be acted upon."
— Kristin Goodwin ([00:43])

2. South Carolina State University Shooting

• Incident:
  The campus was placed on lockdown after a shooting Thursday night, resulting in two deaths and one injury ([01:15]).
• Response:
  Multiple law enforcement agencies are assisting with the investigation. Victims’ identities and a motive remain unknown; classes are canceled for Friday.

3. NASA’s International Space Station Mission: Crew 12

• Upcoming Launch:
  NASA’s Crew 12 mission to the ISS is set to launch at 5:15 AM ET from Cape Canaveral, following a delay due to high winds ([01:45]).
• Crew:
  Four astronauts will fly aboard a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft atop a Falcon 9 rocket.

4. Border Security & Drug Seizures

• Border Visit:
  Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and other officials address recent drug seizure data at the southern border under President Trump ([02:40]).
• Fentanyl Stats:
  A 56% drop in fentanyl trafficking into the U.S. is claimed since Trump’s measures were implemented.

"President Trump has cut off the flow of trafficking down at the southern border and just of fentanyl. We've seen a decrease of 56% drop in fentanyl coming into this country."
— Ainsley Earhardt ([02:48])

• Protest Response:
  Anti-Trump protests in Otay May, CA, prompt law enforcement activity outside the update location ([02:59]).
• Budget Deadlock:
  Congressional disputes over ICE funding result in a lapse in pay for thousands at TSA, FEMA, and the Coast Guard. Republicans are requesting a two-week DHS budget extension.

5. ICE Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota

• Operation Update:
  ICE’s Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota is drawing down after mobilizing about 3,000 federal officers (from a typical 150). Most are returning to regular assignments, with fraud-focused teams remaining ([03:32]).
• Local/State Cooperation:
  Operation ended with “unprecedented support” from local and state officials and jails willing to honor ICE detainers.
• Background:
  Operation escalated following the shooting deaths of Alex Preddy and Renee Good.

"At the peak of this operation, there was about 3,000 federal law enforcement officers on the ground. Typically before this operation there was 150 ICE officers here in Minnesota."
— Ainsley Earhardt ([03:32])

6. Minnesota Governor’s Response

"They left us with deep damage, generational trauma. They left us with economic ruin. In some cases, they left us with many unanswered questions."
— Gov. Tim Walz ([04:18–04:26])

• Governor Walz criticizes the aftermath of the operation and expresses concern about its long-term impact.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• "The FBI says it's collected over 13,000 tips related to the case..."
  — Kristin Goodwin ([00:43])
• "We've seen a decrease of 56% drop in fentanyl coming into this country."
  — Ainsley Earhardt ([02:48])
• "At the peak of this operation, there was about 3,000 federal law enforcement officers on the ground. Typically before this operation there was 150 ICE officers here in Minnesota."
  — Ainsley Earhardt ([03:32])
• "They left us with deep damage, generational trauma..."
  — Gov. Tim Walz ([04:18])

Timestamps for Important Segments

• FBI updates Nancy Guthrie case: [00:15]
• Pima County sheriff controversy: [01:02]
• South Carolina State shooting: [01:15]
• NASA Crew 12 launch details: [01:45]
• Border/fentanyl update & protests: [02:40–02:59]
• DHS budget deadlock: [02:59]
• ICE operation drawdown in MN: [03:32]
• Governor Walz on ICE operation aftermath: [04:18]

This episode provides a rapid-fire rundown of breaking national security, crime, and science news to get listeners up-to-date on events shaping the morning of February 13, 2026.