Five Dead After Shooting at Mosque in San Diego--Three Adults, Two Suspects

Summary

Podcast Summary: Fox News Hourly Update – Five Dead After Shooting at Mosque in San Diego

Date: May 18, 2026
Host: FOX News Podcasts (various correspondents - Tom Graham, Lucas Tomlinson, Jessica Rosenthal, Lillian Wu)
Episode: Five Dead After Shooting at Mosque in San Diego--Three Adults, Two Suspects

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Episode Overview

This FOX News Hourly Update covers several major breaking news stories from around the world, focusing mainly on a tragic shooting at a San Diego mosque. The episode also delves into recent developments concerning tensions with Iran, a commuter crisis in New York, updates on high-profile legal cases, and humanitarian aid to Cuba.

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Key Discussion Points & Timestamps

1. San Diego Mosque Shooting

[00:03 – 00:56]

• Incident Summary:
  • Two gunmen opened fire at the Islamic Center, San Diego’s largest mosque.
  • Three people—believed to be teenage adult men—were killed at the scene.
  • Both suspects are also deceased, bringing the total death toll to five.
  • San Diego Police Chief Scott Wall has labeled the case a hate crime.
• Notable Quotes:
  • “Terror at a San Diego mosque today. Two gunmen blamed for killing three men.” (Tom Graham, [00:07])
  • “Are two suspects that are deceased. We have three victims at the Islamic center. All three are adults. They are believed to be teens. Case considered to be a hate crime.” (San Diego Police Chief Scott Wall via Tom Graham, [00:13])
• Contextual Note:
  • The Islamic Center is described as the largest mosque in San Diego, amplifying the impact on the community.

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2. US–Iran Tensions & Middle East Security

[00:17 – 01:32]

• Military Developments:
  • President Trump postponed a planned military strike against Iran; fragile ceasefire reported.
  • U.S. military on alert for potential renewed combat operations.
• Regional Security Incidents:
  • United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi Arabia both report drone attacks targeting key infrastructure.
  • One drone struck near the Baraka nuclear power plant in the UAE.
  • Saudi Arabia claims all drones targeting Dubai were shot down.
• Notable Quotes:
  • “President Trump announcing he's holding off on a planned military strike against Iran. ...Serious negotiations are underway as a fragile cease fire is in place.” (Tom Graham, [00:21])
  • “The UAE says its nuclear power plant was attacked from across its western border with Saudi Arabia. Iran was not named.” (Lucas Tomlinson, [00:56])

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3. Domestic Updates: Labor Strikes & Wall Street

[01:32 – 02:13]

• Long Island Rail Road Strike:
  • Union workers have shut down the nation’s busiest rail system, demanding higher pay and better health care.
  • Resulting in significant commuter disruption in New York.
• Stock Market Recap:
  • DOW up nearly 160 points.
  • NASDAQ down 134 points.
  • S&P 500 dipped just over 5 points.

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4. South Carolina Supreme Court Overturns Alex Murdaugh Murder Conviction

[02:13 – 02:51]

• Legal Proceedings:
  • The South Carolina Supreme Court ruled attorney Alex Murdaugh did not receive a fair trial due to alleged jury tampering by trial clerk Becky Hill.
  • Hill accused of instructing jurors on their perceptions of Murdaugh, which led to the conviction being overturned.
• Prosecutors’ New Strategy:
  • The Attorney General intends to seek the death penalty in a possible retrial.
  • Murdaugh remains in prison for financial crimes.
• Notable Quotes:
  • “She deprived ALEC of his constitutional rights, deprived him of a right to a fair trial.” (Jim Griffin, via Tom Graham, [02:19])
  • “What does he know? Today he didn't know five years ago. Is there some new piece of evidence?” (Dick Harpoutlian, via Tom Graham, [02:40])

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5. Trial of Accused Killer Luigi Mangione

[02:51 – 03:35]

• Case Update:
  • Judge rules key evidence—a gun and notebook—will be allowed in the trial for the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
  • Other evidence from an improper search (including a magazine, cell phone, and wallet) is suppressed.
• Notable Details:
  • Arrest took place at a McDonald's in Pennsylvania.
  • Admissible and inadmissible items specified.

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6. Humanitarian Shipment to Cuba

[03:35 – End]

• Aid Delivery:
  • Mexico and Uruguay send 1,700 tons of food and hygiene supplies to Havana.
  • Shipment is in response to worsening crisis, reportedly exacerbated by a U.S. energy blockade.
• Notable Quotes:
  • “Ship packed with humanitarian aid...arriving in Havana today to help ease Cuba's spiraling crisis.” (Tom Graham, [03:35])

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Memorable Moments & Quotes

• “Terror at a San Diego mosque today…” (Tom Graham, [00:07])
• “President Trump announcing he's holding off on a planned military strike against Iran.” (Tom Graham, [00:21])
• “Are two suspects that are deceased. We have three victims at the Islamic center. All three are adults. They are believed to be teens. Case considered to be a hate crime.” (San Diego Police Chief Scott Wall, via Tom Graham, [00:13])
• “She deprived ALEC of his constitutional rights, deprived him of a right to a fair trial.” (Jim Griffin, [02:19])
• “What does he know? Today he didn't know five years ago. Is there some new piece of evidence?” (Dick Harpoutlian, [02:40])

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Conclusion

This FOX News Hourly Update provides a sweeping overview of national and international breaking news, emphasizing the tragic hate crime at a San Diego mosque, fraught US-Iran relations, disruptions in New York transit, major legal cases, and global humanitarian efforts. The reporting’s tone is urgent and direct, spotlighting both the immediacy of the events and the prevailing uncertainty across multiple fronts.

Transcript

[Tom Graham]

This is a FOX News alert. Gunfire erupts at a California mosque. I'm Tom Graham, FOX News. Terror at a San Diego mosque today. Two gunmen blamed for killing three men. San Diego Police Chief Scott Wall says both suspects are now dead. Are two suspects that are deceased. We have three victims at the Islamic center. All three are adults. They are believed to be teens. Case considered to be a hate crime. The Islamic center is the largest mosque in San Diego. President Trump announcing he's holding off on a planned military strike against Iran. Announcing on Truth Social today. And serious negotiations are underway as a fragile cease fire is in place. Over the weekend, the president said he instructed the US Military to be prepared to move forward with a large scale assault on Iran. Meantime, President Trump weighing whether to resume combat operations against Iran. United Arab Emirates says its energy infrastructure was targeted.

[Lucas Tomlinson]

The UAE says its nuclear power plant was attacked from across its western border with Saudi Arabia. Iran was not named as the culprit. In a statement from the Emirati Ministry of Defense, UAE says it was attacked by three drones. Two were shot down, but one managed to hit an electrical generator near the Baraka nuclear power plant in the western part of the country. It's the country's only nuclear power plant, which produces up to 25% of its electricity. Saudi Arabia also said it was attacked overnight by three drones. All were shot down in Dubai. Lucas Tomlinson, FOX News.

[Tom Graham]

Commuter chaos on New York's Long island. Union workers with the Long Island Railroad shutting down the nation's busiest rail system. They're demanding better salaries and better health care benefits. On Wall street today, with stocks finishing mixed. The dow gaining nearly 160 points while the NASDAQ fell 134s and P500 dipping just over 5 points. America's listening to FOX News. The South Carolina Supreme Court has ruled a former attorney convicted of murdering his wife and one of his sons did not receive a fair trial. The court clerk in the first murder trial, Becky Hill, is accused of influencing the jury.

[Jessica Rosenthal]

Attorneys for Alex Murdaugh, including Jim Griffin, say they filed a lawsuit against Colleton County Clerk Becky Hill.

[Tom Graham]

She deprived ALEC of his constitutional rights, deprived him of a right to a fair trial.

[Jessica Rosenthal]

Hill was accused of telling jurors during trial not to be frank, fooled by Murdoch to watch him closely look at his movements, which prompted the state Supreme Court to overturn his conviction. Separately, the attorney general has said he will seek the death penalty in a second trial. Another attorney for Murdoch, Dick Harpoutlian, says he can't do that.

[Tom Graham]

What does he know? Today he didn't know five years ago. Is there some new piece of evidence?

[Jessica Rosenthal]

Murdoch will remain in prison, serving time separately for several financial crimes. Jessica Rosenthal, FOX News.

[Tom Graham]

A legal blow for accused killer Luigi Mangione in his trial for the murder of United Healthcare executive Brian Thompson.

[Lillian Wu]

A gun and notebook prosecutors say link Luigi Mangione to the 2024 killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson will be allowed as evidence in his New York state murder trial, according to a ruling by Judge Gregory Caro, who also gave the defense some wins granting a motion to suppress evidence found during what he called an improper, warrantless initial search of a backpack at the Pennsylvania McDonald's where Mangione was arrested. Among the inadmissible evidence, a loaded magazine, cell phone, passport, wallet and chip. Lillian Wu, FOX News, LA Ship packed

[Tom Graham]

with humanitarian aid from the governments of Mexico and Uruguay arriving in Havana today to help ease Cuba's spiraling crisis. The vessel departed from a Mexican port with 1700 tons of grains, powdered milk and other food items. Also, personal hygiene items are on board. Cuba's hardship has been exacerbated by a US Energy blockade of the Continent Island. I'm Tom Graham and the.