5PM ET 02/07/2026 Newscast

Summary

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FOX News Hourly Update – 5PM ET, February 7, 2026

Host: Carmen Roberts
Network: FOX News Radio

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Episode Overview

This episode delivers a concise rundown of major headlines, weather alerts, developments in national security, ongoing protests, and global affairs. Reporters from various locales provide context and updates, maintaining FOX News' direct and urgent tone.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Life-Threatening Cold and Snow in the Northeast

• Main Points:
  • A polar vortex is ushering in the coldest temperatures of the winter season, specifically targeting the Northeast.
  • Boston has experienced 24% more snow than average, with over 34 inches falling so far. The city braces for an additional 3–5 inches and frigid, single-digit temperatures as the Super Bowl approaches.
  • Weather impacts travel: increased flight cancellations and delays due to de-icing requirements at regional airports.
• Memorable Quote:
  • “This type of weather causes havoc out on the roads. And if you're flying today, we are already seeing a rise in cancellations and delays...”
    —Brandy Campbell (00:38)
• Timestamps:
  • Weather Alert: 00:03–00:48

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2. Update: Disappearance of Nancy Guthrie in Tucson

• Main Points:
  • A new message related to Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance was sent to local media but lacked essential proof of life and two-way communication.
  • No new deadlines were set by the purported kidnappers, with a previously issued consequential deadline looming on Monday.
• Memorable Quote:
  • “It did not establish any two way communication between these purported kidnappers and the Guthrie family and it did not put in, as far as we're aware, any new deadlines.”
    —Jonathan Hunt (01:12)
• Timestamps:
  • Case Update: 00:48–01:32

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3. Security Threat: Threats Against Vice President J.D. Vance

• Main Points:
  • Ohio man Shannon Mathre was charged for allegedly threatening to kill Vice President Vance online, prompting a federal investigation.
  • His lawyer claims Mathre’s physical and mental states render the threat “unrealistic.”
• Timestamps:
  • National Security: 01:32–01:59

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4. Protests and Unrest: Anti-ICE Demonstrations in Minneapolis

• Main Points:
  • Minnesota has seen a spike in death threats against ICE agents, with social media as a primary channel.
  • State politicians attempted to inspect ICE detention centers for overcrowded conditions; protests persist outside the governor’s mansion.
  • The unrest is severely impacting local businesses—minneapolis is losing $10–20 million weekly, as reported by city officials.
• Memorable Quote:
  • “The unrest is really hitting the economy here bad. Many shop owners, restaurant owners saying this is actually worse than Covid.”
    —Stephen Harrigan (02:51)
• Timestamps:
  • Protest Coverage: 02:16–03:08

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5. Federal Agent-Involved Fatalities

• Main Points:
  • Two U.S. citizens, Renee Good and Alex Preddy, were shot and killed by federal agents in separate incidents. Briefly noted in context of rising tensions.
• Timestamps:
  • Brief Mention: 03:08

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6. Super Bowl Halftime Show Alternatives

• Main Points:
  • While Latin star Bad Bunny headlines the official Super Bowl halftime show, Turning Point USA is hosting an alternative event focused on “faith, family and freedom,” headlined by Kid Rock.
  • White House Press Secretary comments that “the president would much prefer a Kid Rock performance over Bad Bunny.”
  • Heavy security measures for the game, including a radiation-detecting helicopter, with no specific threats reported.
• Memorable Quote:
  • “Organizers say the show was, quote, an opportunity for all Americans to enjoy a halftime show with no agenda other than to celebrate faith, family and freedom.”
    —Christina Coleman (03:27)
  • “I think the president would much prefer a Kid Rock performance over Bad Bunny. I must say that.”
    —Caroline Levitt, White House Press Secretary (03:42)
• Timestamps:
  • Halftime, Security: 03:08–04:02

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7. International Affairs: U.S. Deadline for Ukraine-Russia Deal

• Main Points:
  • Ukrainian President Zelensky reveals that the U.S. has set a June deadline for Kyiv and Moscow to broker a deal to end the ongoing war, now nearing four years.
• Timestamps:
  • World Affairs: 04:02–End

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Notable Quotes by Timestamp

• “This type of weather causes havoc out on the roads. And if you're flying today, we are already seeing a rise in cancellations and delays...”
  —Brandy Campbell (00:38)
• “It did not establish any two way communication between these purported kidnappers and the Guthrie family and it did not put in, as far as we're aware, any new deadlines.”
  —Jonathan Hunt (01:12)
• “The unrest is really hitting the economy here bad. Many shop owners, restaurant owners saying this is actually worse than Covid.”
  —Stephen Harrigan (02:51)
• “Organizers say the show was, quote, an opportunity for all Americans to enjoy a halftime show with no agenda other than to celebrate faith, family and freedom.”
  —Christina Coleman (03:27)
• “I think the president would much prefer a Kid Rock performance over Bad Bunny. I must say that.”
  —Caroline Levitt, White House Press Secretary (03:42)

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Important Segments With Timestamps

• Northeast Cold and Snow: 00:03–00:48
• Nancy Guthrie Disappearance Update: 00:48–01:32
• Threats Against VP Vance: 01:32–01:59
• Anti-ICE Unrest in Minneapolis: 02:16–03:08
• Super Bowl Halftime Alternatives & Security: 03:08–04:02
• Ukraine-Russia Negotiation Deadline: 04:02–End

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Summary:
This FOX News Hourly Update delivers a rapid-fire review of urgent stories—extreme weather, kidnapping investigations, political threats, civil unrest, and the intersection of entertainment and politics at the Super Bowl. The episode concludes with headline international diplomacy, reflecting FOX’s signature news style: concise, punchy, and grounded in breaking events.

Transcript

[A]

Life threatening cold in the Northeast. I'm Carmen Roberts, FOX News. A polar vortex is bringing the coldest temperatures so far this winter. Fox's Brandy Campbell is in Boston which is also the bullseye for at least 3 to 5 inches of snow today.

[B]

This isn't the first snow of the winter. Boston has seen 24% above average snow to date with just over 34 inches to fall this season. And after this snow, they're also going to have to deal with the coldest temperatures of the season. Temperatures could dip into the single digits overnight going into the big game day this Sunday. This type of weather causes havoc out on the roads. And if you're flying today, we are already seeing a rise in cancellations and delays as many airports in the Northeast are also having to deice airplanes before they take off.

[A]

FBI agents are investigating a new message in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie in Tucson and it's prompted deputies and agents to conduct another sweep of her home. Fox's Jonathan Hunt tells us what was missing from the message.

[C]

That message was received by one of the local TV outlet in Tucson. It appears that that did not contain the proof of life that the Guthrie family so desperately wants to see. It did not establish any two way communication between these purported kidnappers and the Guthrie family and it did not put in, as far as we're aware, any new deadlines. So the very consequential deadline remains somet.

[A]

On Monday and no word what would happen after that deadline passes. Prosecutors charged an Ohio man with threatening to kill Vice President J.D. vance during a visit to the state last month. They say Shannon Mathre made the threat online prompting a Secret Service investigation. His attorney argues that Mathrey's physical and mental state issues make that threat unrealistic. America's listening to FOX News.

[D]

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[C]

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[A]

More anti ICE protests in Minnesota as Homeland Security reports an increase in death threats. Fox's Stephen Harrigan reports a lot of.

[E]

These death threats are actually coming over social media. What we see is a real attempt by Minnesota politicians to get inside an ICE detention center to try and see the conditions which they say are overcrowded. On Friday, three politicians tried to get in, one was allowed in. And more protests continue around the city. Last night out in front of the governor's mansion, a small group urging the governor to move faster to get ICE agents out of Minneapolis. Seven hundred are leaving. Still about 2,000 here. And the unrest is really hitting the economy here bad. Many shop owners, restaurant owners saying this is actually worse than Covid. They're having trouble with their staff. City officials say because of the unrest, the city of Minneapolis losing 10 to 20 million dollars each week.

[A]

And this comes after federal agents shot and killed two US Citizens in separate incidents. Those two people were Renee Good and Alex Preddy. Millions of people will tune in to the super bowl halftime show tomorrow, which features Latin singer Bad Bunny. But Turning Point USA is offering an alternative show. Fox's Christina Coleman reports.

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Organizers say the show was, quote, an opportunity for all Americans to enjoy a halftime show with no agenda other than to celebrate faith, family and freedom. Kid Rock is going to headline the show. White House press secretary Caroline Levitt was asked about it.

[A]

I think the president would much prefer a Kid Rock performance over Bad Bunny. I must say that.

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And lots of fans are excited for the big game Sunday in Santa Clara, California. Heavy security measures are in place to ensure safety at the super bowl, including a radiation detecting hel helicopter. Authorities say there have been no specific threats to the game.

[A]

Ukrainian President Zelensky says the US has given Kyiv and Moscow a June deadline to reach a deal to end the nearly four year war. I'm Carmen Roberts. This is FOX News.