7PM ET 09/12/2025 Newscast

Summary

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Fox News Hourly Update – 7PM ET 09/12/2025 Newscast

Date: September 12, 2025
Host: Lisa Licera (FOX News)
Main Theme: Rapid-fire national and international news headlines, focusing on politics, crime, and breaking developments.

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Episode Overview

This hourly newscast covers significant breaking news including the aftermath of the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk, diplomatic developments following an Israeli airstrike in Qatar, U.S. domestic political maneuvers, and updates on public safety, health, and consumer issues. The episode features statements from public officials, correspondent reports, and key developments across the U.S. and abroad.

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Key Stories & Discussion Points

1. Investigation into Charlie Kirk's Death

[00:02–00:36]

• Summary: Utah Governor Spencer Cox confirms that Tyler Robinson is the sole suspect in the fatal shooting of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk during a campus event.

  • Evidence so far points to Robinson acting alone.
  • Robinson’s motivation is described as political hatred toward Kirk.
  • Prosecutors may pursue the death penalty.
  • Notable detail: A bullet from Robinson’s gun was inscribed with the message: “hey, fascist, catch.”

• Notable Quotes:

  • Governor Spencer Cox:
    “Every piece of evidence we have so far makes it very clear that the assassin acted alone.” [00:14]
  • Governor Cox further explains the motive:
    “This is someone who hated Charlie Kirk and hated his message and hated what he was doing and decided to use political violence to end his life.” [00:26]

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2. Aftermath of Israeli Airstrikes in Qatar and Diplomatic Reactions

[00:36–01:30]

• Summary: Following Israeli airstrikes in Doha that targeted Hamas leaders, high-level discussions take place involving the U.S., Qatar, and Israel.

  • Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed Al Thani condemned the airstrikes as “state terror.”
  • Qatar remains central to Gaza ceasefire talks and is a major U.S. military partner.
  • President Trump criticized Israel’s actions and tasked Secretary of State Marco Rubio to finalize military and economic agreements with Qatar.
  • The diplomatic context is heightened amid ongoing regional tensions.

• Notable Quotes:

  • Recap by correspondent Jared Halpert:
    “Sheikh Mohammed Al Thani described an Israeli airstrike in Doha this week targeting Hamas leaders as an act of state terror.” [01:11]

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3. Missouri Congressional Redistricting Moves Forward

[01:30–01:44]

• Summary: The Missouri Senate passes a bill that could give Republicans another House seat by redrawing congressional districts.
  • The bill is forwarded to Governor Mike Keough for signature.
  • Opposition groups are organizing a referendum that could trigger a statewide vote on the new map.

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4. Major Boating Tragedies in Northern Congo

[01:44–01:51]

• Summary: Two separate boat accidents in northern Congo have resulted in at least 193 casualties this week.

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5. California Legislature Passes Mask Ban for Law Enforcement

[03:10–03:49]

• Summary: California passes a bill to prohibit most law enforcement officers from wearing masks, primarily in response to ICE’s masked immigration raids.

  • The bill is awaiting Governor Gavin Newsom’s decision.
  • Supporters cite concerns following a Supreme Court ruling allowing agents to conduct immigration stops based on ethnicity/language.
  • Critics argue mask bans could expose agents to retaliation.

• Notable Quotes:

  • Tonya J. Powers:
    “California is believed to be the first to pass such a bill, but similar ones have been proposed in other states as well as in Congress.” [03:18] “Those who support the mask ban say it’s needed in light of the Supreme Court’s ruling this week that allows agents to conduct immigration stops based on factors including ethnicity and if the person is speaking Spanish. Critics say it’s necessary to protect agents from retaliation.” [03:35]

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6. Southwest Airlines Lithium Battery Rule Change

[03:49–04:01]

• Summary: Southwest Airlines will require removal of lithium batteries from powered wheelchairs and scooters beginning September 25, with new battery size limits coming in January.

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7. Expansion of COVID-19 Vaccine Access

[04:01–04:11]

• Summary: Maine and Arizona governors issue executive orders to expand over-the-counter COVID-19 vaccine access at drugstores, echoing similar actions in other states and coverage by major pharmacy chains.

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8. FDA Cookie Recall for Allergen and Dye Risks

[04:29–04:59]

• Summary: The FDA announces a recall of cookies from Connecticut’s Gina Marie Bakery, sold under the Nardelli label at regional supermarkets, due to undeclared allergens (including almonds, sesame) and unlisted dyes linked to health risks.

  • No illnesses have been reported.
  • Consumers urged to return the products.
  • Sales are suspended pending investigation.

• Memorable Moment:

  • FDA representative:
    “Six products sold at stores like Stop N Shop and Price Chopper and sold at some of them under the label Nardelli, may contain almonds, sesame and dyes linked to cancer and ADHD. One ingredient Almonds can cause life threatening allergic reactions.” [04:35]

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Timestamps & Notable Segments

• Charlie Kirk shooting investigation: [00:02–00:36]
• Qatar/Israeli airstrike diplomatic fallout: [00:36–01:30]
• Missouri redistricting: [01:30–01:44]
• Congo boat accidents: [01:44–01:51]
• California law enforcement mask ban: [03:10–03:49]
• Southwest Airlines lithium battery rule: [03:49–04:01]
• COVID-19 vaccine access expansion: [04:01–04:11]
• FDA cookie recall: [04:29–04:59]

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Conclusion

This episode provides concise but important updates on active crime investigations, shifting diplomatic ties and political moves within the U.S., as well as public safety, transportation, health policies, and product recalls. Statements from governors, lawmakers, and agency spokespeople give direct insight into issues at the intersection of politics, public safety, and national security.

Transcript

[Lisa Licera]

There are no other suspects. I'm Lisa Licera of Fox News. Utah. Governor Spencer Cox says Tyler Robinson appears to be the only suspect in the shooting death of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk.

[Governor Spencer Cox]

Every piece of evidence we have so far makes it very clear that the assassin acted alone.

[Lisa Licera]

Governor Cox, on Fox's Special Report with Bret Barry, talks about what he sees as the motivation for the killing.

[Governor Spencer Cox]

This is someone who hated Charlie Kirk and hated his message and hated what he was doing and decided to use political violence to end his life.

[Lisa Licera]

Kirk was shot while holding an event on a college campus in Utah on Tuesday. Authorities say one of the bullets recovered from Robinson's gun had a message reading hey, fascist, catch. Governor Cox says prosecutors could seek the death penalty. President Trump meeting with Qatar's prime minister days after Israeli airstrike targeted Hamas leaders in that country's capital.

[Jared Halpert]

After meeting here at the White House with Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Qatar's prime minister will have dinner in New York City with President Trump and White House special envoy Steve Witkoff. Sheikh Mohammed Al Thani described an Israeli airstrike in Doha this week targeting Hamas leaders as an act of state terror. Qatar is hosting Gaza, ceasefire talks between Hamas, Israel and the US and is a key American military ally. President Trump has also criticized the Israeli action and directed Rubio to finalize a military and economic agreement with Qatar.

[Lisa Licera]

Fox's Jared Halpert of the White House. The Missouri Senate has passed a measure to redistrict congressional areas that could give Republicans an additional House seat. The Senate has sent the bill to Republican Governor Mike Keough for a signature. But opponents have announced a referendum petition that could force a statewide vote. On the new map. Two separate boat accidents in northern Congo this week have killed at least 193people. America is listening to Fox News.

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[Lisa Licera]

Passed a bill that would ban most law enforcement officers from wearing masks.

[Tonya J. Powers]

The legislation is on its way to governor Gavin Newsom's desk and he has not said whether he would sign it. It was passed by the Democratic led state legislature and is a response to immigration raids by ICE agents wearing masks that shield their identity. California is believed to be the first to pass such a bill, but similar ones have been proposed in other states as well as in Congress. Those who support the mask ban say it's needed in light of the Supreme Court's ruling this week that allows agents to conduct immigration stops based on factors including ethnicity and if the person is speaking Spanish. Critics say it's necessary to protect agents from retaliation. Tonya J.

[Lisa Licera]

Powers, Fox News Southwest Airlines says it will now require passengers to take out removable lithium batteries from powered wheelchairs and scooters before boarding, citing the new rules take effect September 25, and in January, the airline will impose new size limits on the batteries. The governors of Maine and Arizona have joined the growing list of Democratic officials who have signed orders intended to make sure most people in their states can get Covid vaccines at drugstores without prescriptions. This as CBS says its stores are offering the shots in 41 states without a prescription. The FDA, issuing a recall for cookies from a Connecticut bakery that contains several.

[FDA Representative]

Unclaimed ingredients, is recalling several cookies from Gina Marie Bakery in Connecticut for containing undeclared allergens and food dyes. Six products sold at stores like Stop N Shop and Price Chopper and sold at some of them under the label Nardelli, may contain almonds, sesame and dyes linked to cancer and adhd. One ingredient Almonds can cause life threatening allergic reactions. So far, no illnesses have been reported and consumers with allergies are urged to return the cookies immediately. Sales have been suspended while the issue is addressed.

[Lisa Licera]

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