Fox News Hourly Update – 9PM ET 11/28/2025 Newscast

Host: Carmen Roberts
Date: November 29, 2025

Overview

This Fox News Hourly Update delivers concise reporting on key national and international stories from late November 2025. Major topics include the fatal shooting involving National Guard members in D.C., Black Friday shopping trends, a deadly high-rise fire in Hong Kong, an update on a missing American in St. Martin, and a Thanksgiving message from Dolly Parton. The episode maintains a brisk tone, offering essential facts and quick field reports.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. D.C. National Guard Shooting Investigation

Coverage: 00:02–00:54

• Incident Summary:

  • Two National Guard members were shot in Washington, D.C.
  • One, Sarah Beckstrom (20), has died; the other, Andrew Wolf (24), remains in critical condition.
  • The suspect, an Afghan national residing in Washington state, is hospitalized and faces upgraded charges, including first-degree murder.

• Background & Motive:

  • Mark Meredith reports:
    • The suspect previously worked with the CIA in Afghanistan.
    • Motive remains unclear; prosecutors have not disclosed driving factors.
    • President Trump has suggested the suspect was struggling with mental health problems.
    • The New York Times cites a friend of the suspect, also believing mental health was at issue.

• Community Response:

  • West Virginia Governor ordered flags to half-staff in honor of the Guard members.
  • A moment of silence was observed at 2:15 PM.

• Quote:

  • “Prosecutors, though, are remaining tight lipped about what may have motivated this man to allegedly drive cross country and carry out what's now a deadly ambush.” – Mark Meredith (00:23)

2. Black Friday Shopping Trends

Coverage: 00:54–01:47

• In-Person Shopping:

  • Many Americans still brave the crowds for doorbuster deals, despite the rise of online shopping.
  • Example: Some shoppers camped outside Bass Pro Shops in 30-degree weather (Atlanta).

• Retail Forecast:

  • National Retail Federation projects nearly 187 million shoppers between Thanksgiving & Cyber Monday—an increase of 3 million over last year.
  • The weekend stands out as a rare period when in-store shopping surges.

• Quote:

  • “Some shoppers started camping out in front of Bass Pro Shops at 8:30 last night. Mind you, it was 30 degrees overnight.” – Caroline Elliott (01:14)

3. Thanksgiving Weekend Weather

Coverage: 01:47–01:59

• Travel Advisory:
  • Widespread snow, rain, and cold expected across much of the U.S. through the holiday weekend.

4. Hong Kong High-Rise Inferno

Coverage: 03:02–03:34

• Incident Details:

  • At least 11 people face charges related to a deadly high-rise fire in Hong Kong.
  • The fire killed at least 128 people; negligence suspected, with several arrestees connected to on-site construction.

• Fire Spread Factors:

  • Foam panels, bamboo scaffolding, and netting aided the rapid spread of flames.
  • Broken glass allowed the fire to penetrate living quarters.
  • Non-functioning fire alarms discovered by first responders.

• Quote:

  • “During the renovation, the buildings had foam panels and bamboo scaffolding covered in netting and all that caught fire, rapidly jumping from building to building, shattering glass and allowing the flames to spread inside where people lived.” – Dave Anthony (03:17)

5. Missing American Located in St. Martin

Coverage: 03:34–04:09

• Case Update:

  • Ann Evans (55), missing since November 20 after failing to return to a cruise ship, has been safely located.
  • Reports indicate she checked into a hotel using her passport.
  • Due to privacy laws, further details are withheld.

• Quote:

  • “Ann Evans has been located. That's the word from St. Martin police... Police now say that due to privacy laws, they will not release any more information about Evans or their circumstances.” – Tanya J. Powers (03:44)

6. Dolly Parton’s Thanksgiving Message

Coverage: 04:09–04:54

• Public Statement:

  • Dolly Parton (79) appears in good spirits, delivering a heartfelt Thanksgiving message on Instagram.
  • She reassures fans amid recent health-related cancellations (Las Vegas residency, Governor Awards appearance).

• Noteworthy Quote:

  • “Well, hey, it's Dolly here and I want to wish all of you and your family blessings this Thanksgiving.” – Dolly Parton (04:21)
  • She closes with, “I will always love you.”

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Shopping in the Cold:
  “Some shoppers started camping out in front of Bass Pro Shops at 8:30 last night. Mind you, it was 30 degrees overnight.” – Caroline Elliott (01:14)

• On Fire Safety Lapses:
  “First responders also found some fire alarms at the complex were not working.” – Dave Anthony (03:17)

• On Public Gratitude:
  “She goes on to say that she is thankful for all her fans and the memories they share through the years.” – Michelle Paulino, summarizing Dolly Parton’s message (04:29)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• D.C. National Guard Shooting: 00:02–00:54
• Black Friday Shopping Reports: 00:54–01:47
• Thanksgiving Weather Outlook: 01:47–01:59
• Hong Kong High-Rise Fire: 03:02–03:34
• Missing American in St. Martin: 03:34–04:09
• Dolly Parton’s Thanksgiving Message: 04:09–04:54

Tone & Language

The reporting is direct, using clear and concise language typical of network news broadcasts. Field reporters and anchors maintain a matter-of-fact, informational tone throughout, with occasional moments of empathy or levity, especially in human-interest stories and direct quotes.

This summary provides a comprehensive overview of the news covered in the 9PM ET Fox News newscast of November 28, 2025, reflecting the swift, punchy pacing and dense information delivery that characterizes the network’s hourly updates.