Fox News Hourly Update: 9PM ET – February 16, 2026

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This newscast provides a succinct but detailed breakdown of major news developments: updates on the Nancy Guthrie disappearance case, a targeted shooting at a Rhode Island hockey game, international political tensions surrounding the Ukraine-Russia war and Iran, the passing of Oscar-winning actor Robert Duvall, and a new report on the death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Nancy Guthrie Disappearance – Week Three Update

[00:03–00:54]

• Sheriff Clarifies Suspect Status: Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos addressed persistent rumors and misinformation about the investigation:
  • Quote: “The Guthrie family, to include all siblings and spouses, has been cleared as possible suspects... To suggest otherwise is not only wrong, it is cruel.” (Chris Nanos, [00:13])
  • The family is described as fully cooperative and “victims in this case.”
• Law enforcement is analyzing gloves found two miles from Guthrie’s home. These items are significant because:
  • The gloves are similar to those seen on a man in doorbell camera footage from the morning of Guthrie's disappearance.
  • The suspect’s clothing could have originated from a Walmart or similar store.
• Family Remains Hopeful: Savann Guthrie, Nancy’s daughter, posted on Instagram expressing hope and addressing the perpetrator.
  • Quote: “It's never too late to do the right thing.” (Savann Guthrie via Instagram, paraphrased by Kristin Goodwin, [00:54])

2. Rhode Island Hockey Game Shooting

[00:54]

• Incident Details: Three dead, three critically injured following a shooting at a high school hockey game in Pawtucket, Rhode Island.
• Targeted Violence: Police Chief Tina Cancal believes the attack was targeted, possibly linked to a family dispute.

3. International Affairs: Ukraine, Russia, Iran

[01:00–02:00]

• US–Ukraine–Russia Negotiations: Ongoing diplomatic efforts to end the Ukraine war; new pressure placed on Ukraine.
  • President Trump: “Ukraine needs to make the deal. It's going to be very easy... Ukraine better come to the table fast. That's all I'm telling you.” (Trump, [~01:20])
  • Ukrainian President Zelensky at the Munich Security Conference says US is urging Ukraine to make territorial concessions.
• Iran Nuclear Talks: Trump claims Iran is seeking a deal, with potential for U.S. indirect involvement.

4. Robert Duvall’s Passing

[03:24–04:34]

• Hollywood Icon Dies at 95: Duvall rose to fame as Tom Hagen in “The Godfather,” also known for “Tender Mercies,” “Lonesome Dove,” and as Boo Radley in “To Kill a Mockingbird.”
  • Statement from wife Luciana Duvall: “To the world he was an Academy Award winning actor, a director, a storyteller. To me he was simply everything." (Luciana Duvall, [03:24])
  • Al Pacino: "It was an [honor] to have worked with Robert Duval. He was a born actor, as they say." ([03:50])
  • Robert De Niro: "God bless Bobby. I hope I live till I'm 95. May he rest in peace.” ([03:55])

5. New Developments in Alexei Navalny’s Death

[04:34–05:11]

• Navalny Poisoning Confirmed: Five European nations report conclusively that Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was poisoned with a dart frog–derived toxin.
  • Kremlin dismisses the report as “biased and unfounded.”
  • European governments assert only the Russian state had the necessary means and access.

6. Closures and Financial Update

[05:11]

• US stock markets were closed for President’s Day.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Sheriff Chris Nanos on rumors against the Guthrie family:

  “The family has been nothing but cooperative and gracious and are victims in this case. To suggest otherwise is not only wrong, it is cruel.” ([00:13])

• Savann Guthrie’s message to her mother’s alleged abductor:

  “It's never too late to do the right thing.” ([00:54], reported by Kristin Goodwin)

• President Donald Trump on Ukraine–Russia peace talks:

  “Ukraine better come to the table fast. That's all I'm telling you.” ([~01:20])

• Luciana Duvall on Robert Duvall’s legacy:

  “To the world he was an Academy Award winning actor, a director, a storyteller. To me he was simply everything.” ([03:24])

• Al Pacino on Duvall:

  “He was a born actor, as they say.” ([03:50])

• Robert De Niro’s tribute:

  “God bless Bobby. I hope I live till I'm 95. May he rest in peace.” ([03:55])

• European governments on Navalny’s death:

  “Only the Russian government had the means, motive and opportunity to administer the deadly dose.” ([04:50])

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Nancy Guthrie disappearance & police statement: [00:03–00:54]
• Pawtucket, RI shooting: [00:54]
• Ukraine–Russia–US & Iran talks: [01:00–02:00]
• Robert Duvall obituary & reactions: [03:24–04:34]
• Navalny poisoning report: [04:34–05:11]
• Market closures (brief update): [05:11]

Tone and Style

The newscast maintains Fox News’ signature brisk, factual delivery, with moments of somber reflection for human-interest stories, especially during tributes to Robert Duvall and updates about missing persons and international tragedies. The reporting is direct, authoritative, and moves swiftly between stories.

This summary details the main content and provides timestamped references and key quotes, giving listeners an accurate and comprehensive overview of the hour’s headline news.