Fox News Hourly Update — 9PM ET 12/13/2025 Newscast

Date: December 14, 2025
Host: Carmen Roberts (FOX News Podcasts)

Episode Overview

This Fox News Hourly Update delivers breaking news on a tragic mass shooting at Brown University, the ongoing response from authorities, President Trump's statements on domestic and international crises—including an ISIS attack in Syria—and updates on severe weather and national political and celebrity news.

Key Discussion Points

1. Brown University Mass Shooting

• Event Summary:
  • A mass shooting occurred at Brown University during final exams in the Boris and Holly building.
  • At least 2 people were killed; 8 critically wounded.
  • The suspect—described only as wearing black—escaped on foot and is still at large.
• Authorities’ Response:
  • Providence Mayor Brett Smylie called for a shelter-in-place (00:22):

    “We are asking everyone to shelter in place and so we would hope that everyone would stay indoors until they hear otherwise. From official city of Providence and police.”

  • Ongoing manhunt led by Providence police.
  • It remains unconfirmed whether victims were students.
• Repeat Emphasis by Host (02:32):
  • Host Carmen Roberts reiterates these points and the continued shelter-in-place advisory.
• Quote, President Trump (00:47):

  "I've been fully briefed on the Brown University situation. What a terrible thing it is."

2. ISIS Attack in Syria

• Incident Details:
  • A lone ISIS gunman ambushed US personnel, killing three Americans—two soldiers and a civilian interpreter—and wounding three more.
  • The attack happened during a "key leader engagement" as part of counter-ISIS efforts.
  • US/Syrian forces returned fire, killing the attacker.
• Presidential Response:
  • President Trump at the White House (01:05):

    “We will retaliate.” "This was an ISIS attack on US And Syria and again we mourned the loss." (01:13)

• Analysis by Lucas Tomlinson (01:23):
  • Despite the defeat of ISIS' "caliphate" in Trump’s first term, sleeper cells remain active.
  • Ongoing US and Syrian counter-ISIS operations continue.

3. Severe Weather in the U.S.

• Cold Front:
  • Bitter cold spreads across the country, with Grand Forks, North Dakota experiencing extreme wind chills ("felt like 36").
• Washington State Flooding:
  • Historic flooding in Washington, state of emergency continues.
  • Up to a foot or more of rain has caused overflowing rivers, widespread flooding, evacuations, and the potential for mudslides.
  • Reporter (unnamed, 02:59):

    “The water has started to recede. I was in this exact same spot yesterday and the water would have been over my head… Ten rivers were seen at major flood stage this week.”

4. Nicki Minaj Criticizes California Governor Newsom

• Social Media Critique:
  • Rapper Nicki Minaj posted harsh criticism of Governor Gavin Newsom regarding his advocacy for trans rights, stating his political career is over.
• Notable Quote, Nicki Minaj (03:46):

  “…imagine being the guy running on wanting to see trans kids. Not even a trans adult would run on that. Normal adults wake up and think they want to see healthy, safe, happy kids, ending it with send in the next guy on board.”

• Contextual Note:
  • Newsom has stated his record on pro-trans legislation.
  • Minaj’s previous outspokenness on cancel culture and political issues is referenced.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Providence Mayor Brett Smylie (00:22):

  "We are asking everyone to shelter in place… stay indoors until they hear otherwise."

• President Trump (00:47, 01:05, 01:13):

  "I've been fully briefed... What a terrible thing it is."
  "We will retaliate."
  "This was an ISIS attack on US And Syria and again we mourned the loss."

• Nicki Minaj on X/Social Media (03:46):

  “…imagine being the guy running on wanting to see trans kids… send in the next guy on board.”

Important Timestamps

• [00:03] – Breaking: Brown University mass shooting details
• [00:22] – Providence Mayor Brett Smylie’s shelter-in-place order
• [00:32] – Scene details, shooter description
• [00:47] – President Trump statement on Brown University event
• [01:05] – US responds to ISIS killing in Syria; Trump: "We will retaliate"
• [01:23] – Fox's Lucas Tomlinson on ISIS attack implications
• [02:32] – Recap: Brown University shooting and ongoing response
• [02:59] – Washington State flooding update, on-scene report
• [03:46] – Nicki Minaj targets Governor Newsom on social media

Summary Flow & Tone

The update moves briskly between major developing news stories: a tense and ongoing shooting situation at a prestigious university, a deadly attack on US personnel abroad, extreme weather affecting American communities, and a splash of cultural and political controversy. The tone remains urgent and factual, highlighting both the gravity of events and responses from national leaders and public figures.