Guthrie steps away from NBC Olympic duties to aid family Savannah Guthrie announced she will not host NBC’s Milan‑Cortina 2026 Winter Games coverage, citing the urgent need to focus on her mother’s disappearance [1][2]. NBC Sports confirmed the decision and noted her “Today” anchor responsibilities will continue while she assists authorities. Guthrie’s withdrawal marks the first high‑profile media change linked to a personal family crisis this Olympic cycle.

84‑year‑old Nancy Guthrie vanished after apparent forced entry Nancy Guthrie, 84, was last seen Saturday night at her Tucson home and reported missing the following Sunday [1][2]. Investigators observed signs of forced entry and emphasized that she requires daily medication that, if missed, could be fatal. Family members disclosed she lives alone, heightening concerns about her immediate health needs.

Sheriff and FBI brief public, gather forensic evidence Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos and the Tucson FBI chief held a Tuesday news conference urging tips and confirming DNA samples have been collected, though no suspect leads have emerged [1][2]. Authorities are reviewing nearby home‑camera footage, cellphone‑tower logs, and license‑plate readers while ruling out a simple robbery motive. Personal items remain at the scene, supporting investigators’ theory of a nighttime abduction.

Ransom‑note reports and presidential comment create mixed messages Anonymous sources delivered a purported cryptocurrency ransom note, which investigators are treating seriously according to WBNS [1]; King5 reported officials are currently “ruling out robbery or ransom” despite the same note [2]. President Donald Trump described the case as “terrible” and said he will call Guthrie later [1][2]. The discrepancy highlights ongoing uncertainty about whether a financial motive is involved.