Fox News Hourly Update – 5PM ET, December 17, 2025

Main Theme:
This episode delivers concise updates on top U.S. and global news stories as of December 17, 2025, focusing on President Trump’s upcoming address, security lapses after the Brown University shooting, the Rob Reiner homicide investigation, terrorism charges in Australia, a federal judge’s trial in Wisconsin, and a major change to the broadcast of the Oscars.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. President Trump’s Upcoming Address to the Nation

• Preview by President Trump ([00:09]):
  • President Trump indicates his prime-time address will focus on his administration’s achievements in the face of inherited challenges.
  • Quote:

    "Well, I think the message this evening is we inherited a mess and we've done a great job and we continue to and our country is going to be stronger than ever before."
    – President Trump ([00:09])

• The address follows his attendance at a dignified transfer at Dover Air Force Base for three Americans killed in Syria. President Trump met the families of those lost ([00:19]).
• The address is scheduled for 9 PM ET; live coverage is available at foxnewsradio.com ([00:26]).

2. Brown University Mass Shooting – Security Lapses and Investigation

• Ongoing search for a second person of interest after a shooting at Brown University; two people are at large ([00:38]).
• Criticism mounts over apparent security failures:
  • Limited surveillance camera coverage and unlocked doors contributed to the risk ([00:51]).
  • Brown’s president responds, arguing responsibility lies solely with the shooter.
• Police urge public not to circulate AI-generated images, stating they are unverified ([01:07]).
  • Quote:

    "Police are also urging people not to circulate any AI generated images, calling them not verified or credible."
    – Lisa Brady ([01:07])

3. Homicide Investigation: Rob Reiner and Wife

• Development:
  • LA County medical examiner rules the deaths of actor/director Rob Reiner and his wife a homicide (multiple sharp force injuries) ([01:15]).
  • Son Nick Reiner, the accused, appears in court wearing a suicide prevention vest; arraignment delayed to January 7 ([01:39]).
  • Defense attorney Alan Jackson asks for restraint:
    • Quote:

      "Ask that during this process, you allow the system to move forward in the way that it was designed to move forward, not with a rush to judgment, not with jumping to conclusions, but with restraint and with dignity."
      – Alan Jackson ([01:39])

4. Terror Attack and Arrest in Australia

• Navid Akram, 24, charged with 59 counts including multiple murder and terrorism for a deadly mass shooting targeting Jews in Sydney ([02:21]).
• First of 15 funerals for victims held ([02:34]).
• Akram could appear in court remotely as he just awoke from a coma.

5. Federal Judge on Trial in Wisconsin

• Judge Hannah Dugan stands accused of directing a Mexican national to leave court via a private exit to evade ICE arrest ([02:46]).
• Prosecution’s case concluded after three days, with FBI/ICE testimony ([02:46]).
• Jury could get the case by Friday; Dugan pleads not guilty ([03:21]).

6. Oscars to Stream on YouTube Starting 2029

• Major Announcement:
  • The Academy Awards move from ABC to YouTube for global streaming beginning in 2029; ABC will air through 2028 ([03:35]).
  • YouTube will house all Oscar-related content and coverage from 2029–2033.
  • Quote:

    "YouTube will effectively be the home to all things Oscars, including red carpet coverage, the Governor's Awards and the Oscar nominations announcement."
    – Academy of Motion Pictures Representative ([03:35])

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• President Trump previewing his address:
  “We inherited a mess and we've done a great job and we continue to and our country is going to be stronger than ever before.” ([00:09])
• On AI-generated images in the Brown University case:
  “Police are also urging people not to circulate any AI generated images, calling them not verified or credible.” ([01:07])
• Defense in Rob Reiner homicide case urging restraint:
  “Ask that during this process, you allow the system to move forward... not with a rush to judgment, not with jumping to conclusions, but with restraint and with dignity.” ([01:39])
• On the Oscars’ move to YouTube:
  “YouTube will effectively be the home to all things Oscars...” ([03:35])

Key Segment Timestamps

• President Trump preview & Dover visit: [00:03–00:26]
• Brown University shooting investigation: [00:38–01:07]
• Rob Reiner homicide investigation: [01:07–01:51]
• Australia terror attack & charges: [02:15–02:34]
• Federal judge on trial in Wisconsin: [02:46–03:21]
• Oscars broadcast transition to YouTube: [03:35–04:06]

This newscast delivers succinct, high-impact updates mixing national news, legal developments, international terrorism, and an entertainment industry milestone. The tone remains factual and urgent, with a focus on developing stories likely to influence public discussion.