7AM ET 12/16/2025 Newscast

Summary

Fox News Hourly Update

Episode: 7AM ET 12/16/2025 Newscast
Date: December 16, 2025
Host: Dave Anthony, FOX News team

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Episode Overview

This Fox News hourly newscast offers a fast-paced rundown of the latest headlines across the US and the world. The episode covers a developing shooting investigation at Brown University, shocking celebrity crime news, US military action against drug traffickers, international terrorism updates from Australia, upcoming economic reports, and Monday Night Football highlights. The brief format is packed with direct statements from officials and breaking news updates, maintaining an urgent and factual tone to inform listeners quickly.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Brown University Shooting Investigation

[00:03–00:34]

• The top story remains the search for the Brown University shooter after a devastating event left two students dead and nine injured in Providence, Rhode Island.
• Providence Mayor Brett Smiley described the widespread fear in the city:

  “It is going to be hard for my city to feel safe going forward. This has shaken us.” — Brett Smiley [00:08]

• The FBI is involved and has labeled the suspect “armed and dangerous,” now offering a $50,000 reward for help with identification, arrest, and conviction.
• New surveillance video shows clearer images of the main person of interest, seen walking near the university two hours before the incident.

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2. Celebrity Crime: Reiner Family Murder

[00:53–01:17]

• Nick Reiner is slated for court in Los Angeles, charged with the murder of his father, legendary actor/director Rob Reiner, and mother Michelle.
• Actor James Woods shared his reaction to the shocking news:

  “You know when you can't breathe? I literally said, and I said was it a home invasion? And she said, we don't know, but it may have been Nick.” — James Woods [01:07]

• The ongoing investigation focuses on the nature of the attack inside the Reiner home.

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3. US Military Action Off Venezuela

[01:17–01:47]

• US military forces destroyed three boats off the coast of Venezuela, targeting illegal drug traffickers, resulting in eight alleged narco-terrorist deaths.
• The operation’s legality is being scrutinized by lawmakers from both parties; Democrats in particular are pressing for more transparency.
• Senators are scheduled for a classified briefing with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary Pete Hegseth.
• Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer calls out Hegseth:

  “And if Secretary Hegseth continues to conceal... then what exactly is he trying to hide?” — Brett Smiley (quoting Schumer) [01:39]

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4. Other Domestic & International Headlines

Powerball Jackpot Rolls Over

[01:47–02:00]

• No winning ticket for the previous night’s Powerball drawing—jackpot climbs to $1.25 billion, the 11th largest in US history.

Bondi Beach Terror Attack in Australia

[02:32–03:19]

• After a terror attack on Jews at Bondi Beach, 24 people remain hospitalized; the attack left 15 dead, including 10-year-old Matilda.
• The attackers—revealed as a father and son—were inspired by ISIS. The father was shot dead by police; the son survived and is under investigation.
• Homemade ISIS flags and bombs were discovered in their vehicle.
• Commissioner Amal Lanyan reports on the suspects’ international movements:

  “They did travel to the Philippines. The reasons why they went to the Philippines and where they went when they were there is under investigation at the moment.” — Amal Lanyan [03:05]

Upcoming US Economic Reports

[03:19–03:36]

• Retail sales for October/November and a two-month jobs report are set for release, reflecting data delays from a long government shutdown.
• October hiring appears to have slowed; the unemployment rate is expected to remain at 4.4%.

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5. Sports Update: NFL Monday Night Football

[03:36–04:26]

• The Miami Dolphins were eliminated from playoff contention after losing to the Pittsburgh Steelers 28–15.
• Notable highlight:

  “On third down got it to DK Metcalf and fighting his way for the touchdown.” — ESPN call replayed [04:02]

• The Steelers now lead the AFC North with an 8-6 record.
• Miami’s struggles continued: 14 straight losses in sub-40-degree games.

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “It is going to be hard for my city to feel safe going forward. This has shaken us.” — Brett Smiley [00:08]
• “You know when you can't breathe?... it may have been Nick.” — James Woods [01:07]
• “And if Secretary Hegseth continues to conceal... then what exactly is he trying to hide?” — (Chuck Schumer quoted by Brett Smiley) [01:39]
• “They did travel to the Philippines... under investigation at the moment.” — Amal Lanyan [03:05]
• “On third down got it to DK Metcalf and fighting his way for the touchdown.” — ESPN, via Brett Smiley [04:02]

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Timeline/Timestamps for Key Segments

• Brown University Shooting / FBI Involvement: [00:03–00:34]
• Reiner Family Murders / James Woods Reaction: [00:53–01:17]
• US Military-Drug Cartel Conflict / Political Fallout: [01:17–01:47]
• Powerball Update: [01:47–02:00]
• Australia Bondi Beach Terror Attack: [02:32–03:19]
• US Economy, Jobs & Retail Sales: [03:19–03:36]
• Monday Night Football / NFL Update: [03:36–04:26]

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Summary Prepared For:
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Transcript

[Dave Anthony]

Still searching for the Brown University shooter. I'm Dave Anthony, FOX news.

[Brett Smiley]

It is going to be hard for my city to feel safe going forward. This has shaken us.

[Dave Anthony]

That's Providence Mayor Brett Smiley. Saturday shooting left two Brown students dead, nine wounded.

[Brian Yanes]

The FBI says this person should be considered armed and dangerous. The FBI is also now offering a $50,000 reward for any information leading to the identification, arrest and convict in this case.

[Dave Anthony]

Fox's Brian Yanes also reports from Brown.

[Brian Yanes]

Providence police say they have developed a new lead, releasing new surveillance video showing the clearest pictures yet of the primary person of interest that they are looking for. These videos appear to show the potential gunman walking near Brown University at 2pm on Saturday. That is just two hours before the shooting.

[Dave Anthony]

Nick Reiner will be in court later this morning in Los Angeles to face murder charges and the death of his father Rob, a famed actor and movie director and mother, Michelle. Actor James Woods, a friend of Rob Reiner's, tells FOX his reaction when he heard the news of the stabbings inside their home.

[James Woods]

You know when you can't breathe? I literally said, and I said was it a home invasion? And she said, we don't know, but it may have been Nick.

[Dave Anthony]

The US Military's blown up three more boats off the coast of Venezuela said to be trafficking illegal drugs, killing eight more alleged narco terrorists. Lawmakers in both parties want more answers. Democrats question the operations legality. And in a few hours, senators will get a classified briefing from Secretary of State Marco Rubio and more Secretary Secretary Pete Hegseth. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer says.

[Brett Smiley]

And if Secretary Hegseth continues to conceal.

[Chrissy Barrett]

The truth.

[Brett Smiley]

Then what exactly is he trying to hide?

[Dave Anthony]

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[Chrissy Barrett]

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[Dave Anthony]

24 people remain hospitalized in Australia after Sunday's terror attack targeting Jews on Bondi Beach.

[Chrissy Barrett]

Friends and family of the youngest victim of the shooting, 10 year old Matilda, gather in grief. One of 15 killed, police say, by a father and son. Federal Police Commissioner Chrissy Barrett.

[Amal Lanyan]

Early indications point to a terrorist attack.

[Chrissy Barrett]

Inspired by Islamic State. The father was shot dead by police, the son also shot but still alive. State Police Commissioner Amal Lanyan says they've been tracing their movements.

[Amal Lanyan]

They did travel to the Philippines. The reasons why they went to the Philippines and where they went when they were there is under investigation at the moment.

[Chrissy Barrett]

Homemade ISIS flags and improvised bombs were found in the attacker's vehicle. Jonathan Savage, Fox News we'll get updates.

[Dave Anthony]

To the economy next hour, both delayed by the long government shutdown, retail sales.

[Hillary Barsky]

For October and this November's jobs report with not one but two months worth of data on the health of the US Job market. The report will include the unemployment rate for November and some data on hiring in October.

[Dave Anthony]

Fox's Hillary Barsky Economists expect less hiring that in September. The unemployment rate is predicted to remain at 4.4%. On Wall street ahead of the report, stock futures are down on Monday Night Football. Miami gets frozen out of the postseason in Chile.

[Joe Morgan]

Pittsburgh Miami has been eliminated from playoff contention thanks to a 2815 loss to the Steelers where four time MVP Aaron Rodgers threw two touchdowns including this catch and run from DK Metcalf in the third quarter.

[Brett Smiley]

On third down got it to DK Metcalf and fighting his way for the touchdown.

[Joe Morgan]

That was courtesy of ESPN as the Steelers improved to 8 and 6 and remain atop the AFC North. Miami's rushing attack managed just 63 yards on the night and according to ESPN, the Dolphins have now lost 14 straight games and sub 40 temperatures at kickoff.

[Dave Anthony]

That's Joe Morgan. I'm Dave Anthony. This is Fox News.

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