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Fox News Hourly Update

5AM ET, February 15, 2026
Host: Chris DiMaio with reporting from Chanley Painter, Madeline Rivera, Ainsley Earhardt, and Deborah Valentine

Overview

This Fox News Hourly Update covers breaking national and international stories from the early hours of February 15, 2026. Key topics include the ongoing search for missing woman Nancy Guthrie, a Department of Homeland Security shutdown over congressional deadlock, updates on Lindsey Vonn’s health following her skiing accident, U.S.-European relations at the Munich Security Conference, the release of Jeffrey Epstein files, and renewed nuclear talks with Iran.

Detailed Breakdown

1. Nancy Guthrie Search Enters Third Week

(00:03–00:46)
Host: Chris DiMaio, Reporter: Chanley Painter
- The search for Nancy Guthrie continues two weeks after her disappearance.
- On Friday night, police detained four people—a group of three at a home and another during a traffic stop—all later released.
- No arrests have been made so far.
- A search warrant was carried out in Rio Rico last Tuesday.
- A masked suspect, described as a man 5'9" to 5'10", was captured on doorbell video near the border.
- The FBI reward for information leading to her recovery or to a conviction is now $100,000.
Quote:
“The search for Nancy Guthrie now entering its third week without a resolution in sight. ... Agents are looking for a masked suspect seen in doorbell video, a man who is 5 foot 9 to 5 foot 10 inches tall.”
—Chanley Painter (00:16)

2. DHS Shutdown Amid Congressional Deadlock

(00:46–01:41)
Host: Chris DiMaio, Reporter: Madeline Rivera
- The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shut down as lawmakers failed to reach a funding agreement.
- Dispute centers around ICE reforms; Senate Democrats blocked a spending bill, wanting additional requirements such as judicial warrants for DHS officers to enter private property.
- Congress is now on recess with no resolution; this is the third partial government shutdown in six months.
- ICE remains funded through previous legislation (“the one big Beautiful bill”).
Quote:
“The blame game is in full swing as Democrats and Repub remain at an impasse over DHS funding. ... One of their biggest demands calls for DHS officers to get a judicial warrant before entering private property.”
—Madeline Rivera (01:00)

3. Lindsey Vonn Recovering from Ski Crash

(01:41–01:59)
Host: Chris DiMaio
- U.S. Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn has left the hospital after her crash in the women’s downhill event last Sunday.
- She underwent her fourth surgery for a major tibia fracture sustained during the event.

4. U.S.-Europe Relations at the Munich Security Conference

(02:40–03:31)
Host: Chris DiMaio, Reporter: Ainsley Earhardt
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke at the Munich Security Conference, emphasizing Europe as vital to U.S. identity and interests.
- Rubio called for revitalizing the U.S.-European alliance, tackling migration, and strengthening economic and military ties.
- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer stressed European defense readiness, announcing deployment of the UK’s carrier strike group to the Arctic in response to Russian threats.
Quote:
“The fate of Europe will never be irrelevant to our own.”
—Marco Rubio (as relayed by Ainsley Earhardt, 02:47)

Quote:
“Europe must be ready to fight and stand on its own two feet when it comes to defense commitments…”
—Keir Starmer (as relayed by Ainsley Earhardt, 03:12)

5. Full Release of Jeffrey Epstein Files

(03:31–04:19)
Host: Chris DiMaio, Reporter: Deborah Valentine
- Attorney General Pam Bondi confirmed all Epstein files have been released to Congress, with no information withheld for embarrassment or sensitivity.
- The files include a list of 318 high-profile names, including Donald Trump, Barack and Michelle Obama, and Prince Harry.
- Materials cover Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, associated individuals and organizations, and details regarding Epstein’s detention and death.
Quote:
“Bondi says no records were withheld on the basis of embarrassment, reputational harm or political sensitivity. It includes a list of 318 high profile names...”
—Deborah Valentine (03:37)

6. U.S.–Iran Nuclear Talks Resume

(04:19–04:35)
Host: Chris DiMaio, Reporter: Ainsley Earhardt
- The U.S. and Iran are set for a new round of nuclear talks in Geneva, hosted by Oman.
- President Trump warned of possible U.S. military action if Iran does not comply with demands to limit its nuclear program.

Notable Quotes & Moments

On the Guthrie Search:
“Agents are looking for a masked suspect seen in doorbell video, a man who is 5 foot 9 to 5 foot 10 inches tall.”
—Chanley Painter (00:32)
On the DHS Shutdown:
“So now DHS is facing a lapse in funding, marking the third time at least part of the government has shut down in less than six months.”
—Madeline Rivera (01:31)
On U.S.-Europe Relations:
“The fate of Europe will never be irrelevant to our own.”
—Marco Rubio (as related by Ainsley Earhardt, 02:57)
On the Epstein Files:
“No records were withheld on the basis of embarrassment, reputational harm or political sensitivity.”
—Deborah Valentine (03:39)

Key Timestamps

00:03 – Start of Guthrie search update
00:46 – DHS shutdown and funding dispute
01:41 – Lindsey Vonn injury update
02:40 – Munich Security Conference, Rubio’s remarks
03:31 – Release of Epstein files
04:19 – U.S.–Iran talks resume

This summary distills the important news items discussed in the February 15, 2026, 5AM ET Fox News Hourly Update, providing clarity and context for listeners and readers alike.

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[00:04]
Chris DiMaio
The Guthrie search continues. I'm Chris DiMaio, Fox News. It's been over two weeks since Nancy Guthrie was last seen. Police detained at least four people during operations related to the case on Friday night. Fox's Chanley Painter.
[00:16]
Chanley Painter
The search for Nancy Guthrie now entering its third week without a resolution in sight. The Pima County Sheriff's Office says there are no arrests. During an operation late Friday two miles from Guthrie's home, agents detained three people at a home and one person during a trial traffic stop. All have since been released. Another search warrant was executed in Rio Rico last Tuesday. Near the border, agents are looking for a masked suspect seen in doorbell video, a man who is 5 foot 9 to 5 foot 10 inches tall.
[00:47]
Chris DiMaio
The FBI has increased the reward for information leading to Guthrie's recovery and or conviction to $100,000. The Department of Homeland Security is shut down after funding lapsed and a stalemate over proposed ICE reforms.
[01:00]
Madeline Rivera
The blame game is in full swing as Democrats and Repub remain at an impasse over DHS funding. Lawmakers are now on a previously scheduled recess. They left town without a deal in hand after Senate Democrats blocked the consideration of a spending bill earlier this week. Dems say a White House offer falls short of the changes they want to see for ice. And one of their biggest demands calls for DHS officers to get a judicial warrant before entering private property. So now DHS is facing a lapse in funding, marking the third time at least part of the government has shut down its in less than six months. Remember, though, ICE received a significant amount of funding from the one big Beautiful bill.
[01:41]
Chris DiMaio
That's Fox's Madeline Rivera reporting. U.S. olympic skier Lindsey Vonn has reportedly left the hospital she was at following her crash in the women's downhill event last Sunday. Vaughn had her fourth surgery for a major tibia fracture she suffered in the event. America's listening to FOX News.
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[02:41]
Chris DiMaio
Secretary of State Marco Rubio issuing a message of joint strength at the Munich security conference in Germany in a.
[02:47]
Ainsley Earhardt
Message of unity at the Munich Security Conference, Secretary of State Marco Rubio cast the United States as a child of Europe, saying America's roots began on this continent. Rubio said the U.S. wants to revitalize an old friendship because, quote, the fate of Europe will never be irrelevant to our own. He struck a firm tone about the administration's intent to reshape the alliance and push its priorities from tackling mass migration to strengthening our economies and military power. Rubio said he wants a strong Europe. Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Europe must be ready to fight and stand on its own two feet when it comes to defense commitments, even announcing that the UK Will deploy its carrier strike group to the Arctic to bolster security against Russian threats.
[03:31]
Chris DiMaio
Fox's Stephanie Bennett Attorney General Pam Bondi says all of the Jeffrey Epstein files have been released.
[03:38]
Deborah Valentine
The letter, addressed to House and Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman and ranking members, was obtained by Fox News Digital. Bondi says no records were withheld on the basis of embarrassment, reputational harm or political sensitivity. It includes A list of 318 high profile names including President Donald Trump, Barack and Michelle Obama, Prince Harry and others. The document outlines materials concerning Epstein and his now incarcerated former girlfriend, Ghislaine Maxwell, organizations and networks allegedly linked to Epstein's sex trafficking and financial operations, as well as records surrounding Epstein's detention and death. Deborah Valentine, Fox News Iran and the.
[04:20]
Chris DiMaio
US Will hold a second round of talks over Tehran's nuclear program this week. The Swiss Foreign Ministry says Oman will host the talks in Geneva. President Trump has threatened US Military force if Iran doesn't agree to limit its nuclear program.
[04:36]
Ainsley Earhardt
I'm Chris DiMeo, this is Ainsley Earhart.
[04:39]
Deborah Valentine
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