Fox News Hourly Update – 6PM ET 08/27/2025 Newscast

Podcast: Fox News Hourly Update
Date: August 27, 2025
Host: FOX News Podcasts

Episode Overview

This episode delivers a fast-paced summary of the day's top news stories, focusing on the aftermath of a tragic church shooting in Minneapolis, Federal intervention in crime in Washington D.C., redevelopment plans for New York's Penn Station, recent changes to Covid vaccine approvals, and a lawsuit involving Sting and his former bandmates.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Minneapolis Church Shooting [00:01–01:15]

• Tragedy at Annunciation Catholic Church:
  • A vigil is planned to honor the victims, notably Sim Lisa Licera.
  • An 8-year-old and a 10-year-old were killed; 17 others injured (including 14 children). All injured are expected to survive.
  • "Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara says the suspect is 23 year old Robin Westman." [00:12]
• Shooter Background:
  • Manifesto released on YouTube, containing 'disturbing writings' and footage from the scene. [00:28]
  • Shooter used three legally purchased guns. Authorities are recovering more firearms from associated homes.
  • Westman legally changed their name from Robert to Robin in 2019, as revealed by court documents. [00:39]
• Federal Response and Investigations:
  • FBI Director Cash Patel called the incident an act of domestic terrorism and a hate crime against Catholics. [00:52]
  • President Trump ordered flags at half-staff on all federal buildings and military posts through Sunday. [00:52]

2. D.C. Crime and Federal Intervention [01:03–01:33]

• Crime Reduction Results:
  • Mayor Muriel Bowser credited federal resources for an 87% reduction in carjackings over a 20-day surge period.
    • "The difference between this period, this 20 day period... represents an 87% reduction, reduction in carjackings in Washington, D.C." [01:17]
• Community Concerns:
  • Concerns have arisen about the relationship between police and the community due to the use of 'masked ICE agents and National Guard from other states.' [01:33]
  • President Trump signed an executive order federalizing D.C.’s police and calling up National Guard soldiers. The move aims to address what he calls "out of control crime." [01:38]

3. Penn Station Redevelopment [02:31–03:19]

• Announcements by Secretary of Transportation:
  • Secretary Sean Duffy discusses redevelopment plans for Penn Station, the country’s busiest rail hub.
  • "A $43 million grant to begin the process in regard to the solicitation for a master developer." [02:38]
• Project Timeline and Scope:
  • Special Advisor Andy Byford notes modernization starts now, with major construction projected to start by late 2027.
    • "The start of construction by the end of 27." [03:07]
  • Initial focus: upgrading Penn Station’s existing footprint before considering any expansion. [03:19]

4. COVID-19 Vaccine Update [03:19–03:43]

• FDA Approval and Limitations:
  • Updated Covid shots from Pfizer, Moderna, and Novavax are FDA-approved for seniors.
  • For Younger Adults & Kids: Only those with at least one high-risk condition (e.g., asthma, obesity) are eligible.
  • Removal of one of the two vaccines for young children.

5. Sting Lawsuit Over Royalties [03:43–04:23]

• Police Band Reunion—In Court:
  • Former Police members Andy Summers and Stewart Copeland filed a lawsuit against Sting in London, alleging they were cut out of songwriting credits (and resulting royalties) for the band's hit "Every Breath You Take."
    • "Sting, who earns an estimated $740,000 a year from the song, is accused of cutting his bandmates out of songwriting credits." [03:43]
• Breakdown in Negotiations:
  • Negotiations for an out-of-court settlement failed, leading to formal legal action.
  • The song is the fifth bestselling hit of the 1980s. [04:23]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• "An 8 year old and 10 year old were killed inside the church. 17 others were injured including 14 children. They are all expected to survive." — Fox News Reporter [00:12]
• "FBI Director Cash Patel said on X that the shooting is being investigated as an act of domestic terrorism and a hate crime targeting Catholics." — Fox News Anchor [00:52]
• "The difference between this period, this 20 day period of this federal surge and last year represents an 87% reduction, reduction in carjackings in Washington, D.C." — Fox News Analyst [01:17]
• "...concerns, saying that there was she called a break in trust between police and the community by having masked ICE agents and members of the National Guard from other states." — Fox News Anchor [01:33]
• “A $43 million grant to begin the process in regard to the solicitation for a master developer.” — Fox News Correspondent [02:38]
• "Sting, who earns an estimated $740,000 a year from the song, is accused of cutting his bandmates out of songwriting credits." — Fox News Analyst [03:43]

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Minneapolis Church Shooting Update: [00:01–01:15]
• D.C. Crime Reduction and Federal Actions: [01:17–01:38]
• Penn Station Redevelopment Announcement: [02:31–03:19]
• FDA COVID-19 Vaccine Approval Changes: [03:19–03:43]
• Sting Lawsuit for Police Song Royalties: [03:43–04:23]