Fox News Hourly Update – Episode Summary

Date: February 11, 2026
Host: Lisa Lacera (FOX News Podcasts)
Main Theme: This episode covers breaking developments in several ongoing news stories—including an update on the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, developments in a missing persons case in Alabama, policy moves from President Trump, diplomatic news about Israel and Iran, the passing of actor James Van Der Beek, and a lighter wildlife rescue story.

Episode Overview

The main focus of the episode is on fresh updates in high-profile missing persons cases (including Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance), policy news from President Trump, diplomatic moves involving Israel and Iran, and the death of actor James Van Der Beek. The tone is urgent and informative, with brisk transitions between major national and international stories.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Development in Nancy Guthrie Disappearance

[00:03 – 00:49]

• New Evidence Found:

  • A black glove was discovered by the FBI approximately 1.5 miles from Nancy Guthrie’s home. Guthrie, 84, is the mother of Today Show anchor Savannah Guthrie and has been missing for 11 days.
  • “It could be a new clue.” —Lisa Lacera [00:03]

• Law Enforcement Activity:

  • Agents, possibly FBI or private security, were observed at the home of Guthrie’s other daughter, Annie.
  • “A couple of hours ago, an unmarked SUV pulled up… One of the men carried out a couple of bags from the home and the other was wearing latex gloves.” —Fox News Field Reporter [00:23]

• Potential Lead and Ransom Attempt:

  • A man previously detained in Rio Rico has reportedly been released.
  • TMZ reportedly received a message from someone claiming knowledge of the kidnapper’s identity, offering information in exchange for Bitcoin.

2. National Policy & White House Developments

[00:49 – 01:53]

• Trump Executive Order on Coal:

  • President Trump signed an executive order directing the Pentagon to buy electricity from coal-fired plants, specifically in West Virginia, Ohio, North Carolina, and Kentucky.
  • “I'm directing the Department of Energy to issue funds to coal plants... to keep them online and keep those plants open.” —President Trump [00:49]

• Efforts to Reopen Coal Mines:

  • The administration is working to approve previously rejected permits to bring coal mines back online.

• U.S.–Israel–Iran Diplomatic Push:

  • Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu meets with President Trump aiming to ensure a strict nuclear deal with Iran.
  • “He came to Washington to push President Trump personally on Israel's demands that any deal with Iran ends all uranium enrichment, remove stockpiles, ends ballistic missile production and ends Iran's support for proxy militias in the region.” —Jackie Heinrich [01:39]

3. Alabama Missing Persons Case

[03:01 – 03:35]

• Arrest Tied to Disappearances:

  • Juan Carlos Guerra was arrested after a traffic stop and charged with three counts of kidnapping relating to the disappearance of Aurelia Chalkok, her teenage daughter, and her two-year-old son.
  • “Juan Carlos Guerra was arrested after a traffic stop and charged with three counts of kidnapping.” —News Reporter [03:07]
  • Sheriff Paul Burt is hopeful Guerra will provide information:
    • “Anytime you arrest somebody, you’re in hopes that they’re gonna tell you what occurred and then you know, our main goal is to find them safely.” —Paul Burt (News Reporter paraphrasing) [03:27]

• Additional Suspect:

  • Silverio Garcia, the missing woman’s boss and reportedly dating her adult daughter, was arrested for gun possession but not (yet) charged in the disappearances.

4. Entertainment News: James Van Der Beek

[03:48 – 04:37]

• Actor’s Death:
  • James Van Der Beek, famed for his roles in "Dawson’s Creek" and "Varsity Blues," died at 48 after a colorectal cancer diagnosis in 2023.
  • "Actor James Van Der Beek has died. Best known for his role as Dawson Leary in 90s teen drama Dawson's Creek..." —Jackie Heinrich [03:52]
  • Family Statement:
    • "There is so much to share regarding his wishes, love for humanity and the sacredness of time. Those days will come. For now, we ask for peaceful privacy as we grieve our loving husband, father, son, brother and friend." —as read by Jackie Heinrich [04:11]

5. Wildlife Rescue: Florida Manatee

[04:37 – 04:59]

• Manatee Recovery:
  • A 410-pound manatee rescued from storm drains in Florida is now in recovery at SeaWorld Orlando.
  • “A spokeswoman says it’s breathing and moving on its own and they’re working to stabilize him and other manatees so they can be returned to the wild.” —Lisa Lacera [04:37]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On New Evidence in the Guthrie Case:
  • “It could be a new clue. A black glove found by the FBI about a mile and a half from the home of Nancy Guthrie.” —Lisa Lacera [00:03]
• On Law Enforcement Activity:
  • “A couple of hours ago, an unmarked SUV pulled up. Two men walked inside… One of the men carried out a couple of bags from the home and the other was wearing latex gloves.” —Field Reporter [00:23]
• On President Trump’s Coal Order:
  • “I'm directing the Department of Energy to issue funds to coal plants in West Virginia, Ohio, North Carolina and Kentucky to keep them online and keep those plants open.” —President Trump [00:49]
• Netanyahu’s Demands:
  • “Any deal with Iran ends all uranium enrichment, remove stockpiles, ends ballistic missile production and ends Iran's support for proxy militias in the region.” —Jackie Heinrich quoting Israeli demands [01:39]
• Family Statement on Van Der Beek:
  • “There is so much to share regarding his wishes, love for humanity and the sacredness of time... For now, we ask for peaceful privacy as we grieve our loving husband, father, son, brother and friend.” [04:11]

Timestamps for Important Segments

• [00:03] – Breaking update: Black glove found in Guthrie case
• [00:23] – FBI/private security activity at Annie Guthrie's home
• [00:49] – President Trump signs coal executive order
• [01:39] – Netanyahu meets Trump: Iran nuclear deal demands
• [03:07] – Arrests in Alabama missing persons case
• [03:52] – James Van Der Beek’s death announced
• [04:37] – Manatee rescue and recovery update

Summary

This FOX News Hourly Update is a rapid-fire delivery of top news stories, shifting from developments in major missing person cases—including a new clue in the Nancy Guthrie disappearance and related law enforcement actions in Arizona—to national energy policy changes from President Trump, intense diplomatic efforts between Israel and the U.S. over Iran, the passing of a beloved 90s television star, and an uplifting wildlife rescue story from Florida. Each segment is concise and direct, providing listeners with essential details and capturing the urgency and significance of these breaking events.