Fox News Hourly Update – 9PM ET 02/14/2026 Newscast

Date: February 15, 2026
Host: Carmen Roberts, with reporting by various FOX correspondents

Episode Overview

This episode delivers a fast-paced roundup of national and international headlines. Major topics include developments in the Nancy Guthrie disappearance, SpaceX’s mission to the International Space Station, the U.S. government shutdown, notable victories at the Winter Olympics, massive protests in Germany, a court-ordered release of federal rail funds, Amazon employee activism, and ongoing crisis over the Colorado River water supply. The tone is urgent and informative, reflecting FOX's brisk news style.

Key Stories & Discussion Points

1. Disappearance of Nancy Guthrie

• Status: Nancy Guthrie has been missing for two weeks; no arrests or detainments have led to charges.
• Latest Developments:
  • Deputies and the FBI searched a house near Guthrie's Tucson home; three people were "detained but later released." (00:02)
  • Investigators towed a Range Rover as evidence from a restaurant parking lot. (00:32)
• Official Statement:
  • "The sheriff's office confirmed that what we were seeing on the ground is related to the Nancy Guthrie case. Because this is a joint investigation at the request of the FBI investigation, no additional information is currently available." — Bill Cassidy, 00:19

2. International Space Station Restored

• Event: SpaceX delivers four new astronauts, bringing the ISS back to full crew strength after last month's medical evacuation.
• Significance: First-ever medical evacuation in NASA’s 65-year human spaceflight history.
• Crew Composition: Two from NASA, one from France, one from Russia.

3. Government Shutdown & Immigration Policy

• Context: Partial U.S. government shutdown continues after extended partisan debate over President Trump’s immigration policies.
• Senator Commentary:
  • "It takes 60 votes to pass something. You can be forced to stay in town, but still you're ignoring the other responsibilities that you have. I'm actually at Mardi Gras, but on the other hand, I'll be meeting with people all this week related to the future of my state." — Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-LA), 01:12
• Partisan Divide: Democrats require reforms to ICE before agreeing to increased Department of Homeland Security funding. Some funding persists due to prior legislation. (01:26)

4. Winter Olympic Wins

• Hockey: U.S. men's team moves to 2–0, defeating Denmark 6–3 at the Milan Cortina Olympics.
• Speed Skating: Jordan Stoltz wins his second gold medal. (01:40–01:55)

5. Global Protests & Security

• Event: 250,000 people in Germany protest against Iran’s government, coinciding with the Munich Security Conference. (03:02)
• Quote: “Iran's exiled Crown Prince Palami called for increased international pressure on Tehran as the crowd chanted for change.” — Carmen Roberts, 03:08

6. Federal Funding for the Gateway Tunnel

• Development: Second Circuit court orders the Trump administration to release $1.6 billion in federal funding for New Jersey’s major rail project.
• Governor’s Statement:
  • “The governor with a very celebratory tone announcing a major court decision.”
  • “It’s time, I would actually say it’s way past time that the president releases the Gateway tunnel funds.” — Stephanie Bertini & Bill Cassidy, 03:32–04:00
• Impact: Workers sidelined during “legal limbo” can now return to the project.

7. Amazon Employee Protests

• Demands: Workers in Seattle urge Amazon to:
  • Cut ties with ICE and CBP (U.S. immigration agencies) through AWS and end partnerships with Palantir (AI/facial recognition tech).
  • Stop sharing data with police partners through Amazon’s Ring.
• Reporter Insight:
  • “Tech is utilized for everything good and bad in the world all around us.” — Matthew Smith (Fox 13 Seattle), 04:16

8. Colorado River Water Negotiations

• Situation: Seven Western states missed a second deadline to agree on a plan to address record drought and water shortages affecting the Colorado River.
• Sign-off: “I'm Carmen Roberts and this is Fox News.” (04:58)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Guthrie case secrecy:
  • “Because this is a joint investigation at the request of the FBI investigation, no additional information is currently available.” — Bill Cassidy, 00:19
• Senator on Shutdown Stalemate:
  • “I'm actually at Mardi Gras, but... I'll be meeting with people all this week related to the future of my state.” — Bill Cassidy, 01:12
• Governor Celebrating Rail Project Victory:
  • “It's way past time that the president releases the Gateway tunnel funds.” — Bill Cassidy, 03:56

Timestamps for Important Segments

| Segment | Timestamps | |---------|------------| | Nancy Guthrie Disappearance | 00:02–00:32 | | ISS Astronaut Crew Update | 00:32–00:55 | | U.S. Government Shutdown | 01:12–01:26 | | Winter Olympic Highlights | 01:40–01:55 | | Global Protests in Germany | 03:02–03:20 | | Gateway Tunnel Federal Funding | 03:32–04:12 | | Amazon Worker Protests | 04:12–04:41 | | Colorado River Crisis | 04:41–04:58 |

Closing Notes

This brisk, information-dense episode captures the top U.S. and global headlines, prominent political debates, and ongoing crises, with short interviews and on-the-ground reporting. The tone remains factual and urgent throughout. All content above reflects news segments, omitting commercial breaks and sponsor content.