Fox News Hourly Update – February 7, 2026

Episode Overview

This episode focuses on ongoing news stories, headlined by the seventh day of the search for Nancy Guthrie, mother of NBC Today co-host Savannah Guthrie. Additional segments include updates on a Benghazi suspect’s arrest, a high-profile New York murder case, the 2026 Winter Olympics opening, and developments on the Hudson River Rail Tunnel project.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Seventh Day in the Search for Nancy Guthrie

• Continued Investigation
  • Investigators, including both the Pima County Sheriff’s Department and the FBI, intensify their search at Guthrie’s Tucson home.
  • Focus seemed to be on the property and roof, with notable activity involving removal of a "mounted and wired device" (00:12).
• Second Mysterious Note
  • Local TV station KOLD receives a second note, but contents are withheld. The note reportedly does not offer proof of life for Nancy Guthrie.
• Evidence Collection
  • Authorities towed a blue Subaru from Guthrie’s property (00:41).
• FBI Involvement
  • FBI is now offering a $50,000 reward for information leading to Guthrie's recovery or an arrest (00:50).

“Both Pima county sheriffs and the FBI were on scene. Drone footage shows agents removing what looked like a mounted and wired device from the side of the home.” — Alicia Cooney (00:15)

2. Benghazi Attack Suspect in Custody

• Arrest and Charges
  • Zubair Al Bakush, implicated in the 2012 Benghazi attack, is now on U.S. soil facing severe charges: murder, terrorism, and arson; potential penalties include life imprisonment or the death penalty (01:06).
• Details & Legacy
  • The 13-hour attack killed four Americans, including Ambassador Chris Stevens.
  • Al Bakush's arrest location remains undisclosed.
  • Kash Patel notes the significance of this arrest but avoids specific operational details.
• Accountability Discussion
  • Reminders of past criticisms toward then-Secretary Hillary Clinton and President Obama regarding security for the Benghazi team (01:45).

“Al Bakush is charged with murder, terror and arson in connection with the 2012 attack… If convicted, he could face the death penalty or life in prison and a hefty fine.” — Mike Emanuel (01:10)

3. Murder Case Against Luigi Mangione

• Trial Date Set
  • Judge Gregory Caro schedules Mangione's New York State murder trial for June 8, despite objections from Mangione's defense (02:46).
  • Defense argues overlap with federal trial preparations (set for September 8).
• Defendant’s Protest
  • Mangione personally calls it “double jeopardy by any common sense definition” (02:58).
  • Mangione pleads not guilty to both state and federal charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a Manhattan hotel.

“Be ready.” — Judge Gregory Caro, responding to defense objections (02:54)

“It’s the same trial twice. Double jeopardy by any common sense definition.” — Luigi Mangione (02:58)

4. Opening of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan

• Opening Ceremony and Spectator Experience
  • The global audience tunes in to a vibrant ceremony filled with Italian flair (03:28).
  • First-time in-person spectators describe the energy as incomparable to watching on TV.

“It was actually more fun being here in person than seeing the commentary and all the special effects on tv.” — Olympics Spectator (03:56)

• Logistics
  • The 2026 Olympics have events widely dispersed across northern Italy, roughly the size of New Jersey (04:00).

5. Hudson River Rail Tunnel Construction Resumed

• Court Order
  • A US District Judge provides a temporary restraining order to restore federal funding to the Gateway project (04:10).
  • Officials emphasize that a shutdown would cost thousands of jobs and disrupt a vital commuter link (04:20).

Notable Quotes and Memorable Moments

• Alicia Cooney (on search at Guthrie’s home, 00:15):

  “Both Pima county sheriffs and the FBI were on scene. Drone footage shows agents removing what looked like a mounted and wired device from the side of the home.”

• Mike Emanuel (on Benghazi suspect, 01:10):

  “Al Bakush is charged with murder, terror and arson in connection with the 2012 attack… If convicted, he could face the death penalty or life in prison and a hefty fine.”

• Luigi Mangione (objecting to trial date, 02:58):

  “It’s the same trial twice. Double jeopardy by any common sense definition.”

• Olympics Spectator (on opening ceremony, 03:56):

  “It was actually more fun being here in person than seeing the commentary and all the special effects on tv.”

Segment Timestamps

• [00:02] – Opening; Nancy Guthrie search update
• [00:12]–[00:50] – On-the-ground details from Guthrie's home, investigation actions
• [01:06]–[01:40] – Benghazi suspect’s arrest and accountability context
• [02:46]–[03:28] – Luigi Mangione murder trial scheduling, defendant feedback
• [03:28]–[04:00] – 2026 Winter Olympics opening, spectator impressions, logistical notes
• [04:00]–[04:37] – Gateway Hudson River rail tunnel project court update

Summary

This episode provides concise yet detailed reporting on some of the day's most pressing news. The developments in the Nancy Guthrie disappearance headline the podcast, with investigators racing against time and sifting through complex leads. The capture of a key Benghazi attack suspect marks a significant step in U.S. terrorism prosecutions, while a high-profile New York murder case highlights legal maneuvering over federal and state charges. Internationally, the energy and spectacle of the Milan Winter Olympics enthrall both broadcasters and on-site fans. Lastly, continued federal attention to infrastructure underlines the ongoing significance of critical transportation projects to the region.