NEWS BREAK: NANCY GUTHRIE UPDATE

News anchor Savannah Guthrie says 'we will pay' in plea for mother's return. Savannah Guthrie and her family have released a new video pleading for the safe return of their mother.

"We received your message, and we understand," Guthrie said in the video posted to Instagram on Saturday evening, flanked by her two siblings. "We beg you now to return our mother to us so that we can celebrate with her."

"This is the only way we will have peace," she continued. "This is very valuable to us - and we will pay." Her video did not provide any details about the message she referenced.

Nancy Guthrie disappeared in the middle of night from her home in Tucson, Arizona, last weekend. Authorities believe she was taken against her will.

On Sunday, the sheriff's office said in a post on social media that no suspects, persons of interest or vehicles had been identified in the case. In a separate post, the sheriff's office also said officers would "maintain a presence at Nancy Guthrie's residence for security", at the request of the Guthrie family. The FBI is offering a $50,000 (£36,000) reward for information.

Nancy Guthrie was discovered missing when she did not attend a Sunday church service on 1 February and other members grew concerned. Authorities say that early on Sunday morning, a doorbell camera in her home was disconnected and removed. At about 02:28 local time, the app connected to her pacemaker, an implanted cardiac device, was disconnected from her phone.

FBI Special Agent Heith Janke has said the bureau was looking into a potential ransom note sent to several media outlets. Authorities said on Friday that they were "aware of a new message regarding Nancy Guthrie" and were "inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity".

Janke said the note "had facts associated with a deadline with a monetary value they were asking for", NBC News reported.

A presenter for a local CBS News affiliate told the BBC that her channel had received the "message" but did not detail its contents.

According to news website TMZ, which reportedly received one of the letters, the kidnappers were demanding millions of dollars' worth of cryptocurrency, which is popular with criminals and often difficult to trace.

The family has released two previous videos saying they were willing to speak to the potential kidnapper, and asking to provide proof that her mother was alive.

In a video on Thursday, Camron Guthrie - the son of the missing woman - confirmed the family had not had any direct contact with kidnappers.

"We have to know that you have our mum," Camron said in the family's latest video message. "We want to talk to you."

The FBI did arrest one individual regarding a fake ransom note on Thursday.

Family, and law enforcement, have warned that Nancy Guthrie may be at risk without her medication.

"She is without any medicine," Savannah Guthrie said in a previous announcement. "She needs it to survive. She needs it not to suffer."

The Pima County sheriff's office said investigators had returned to conduct "follow-up" at Nancy Guthrie's home on Friday as part of their investigation. They also revisited the home of Annie Guthrie, Nancy's daughter and Savannah's sister on Saturday, according to multiple US news outlets...

UFO SIGHTINGS OF 2026

The new year has barely begun, and already the skies are stirring with mystery. On January 2, residents of Alamogordo, New Mexico, looked up to see bright streaks cutting across the twilight sky. The lights hovered, then accelerated in ways that defied conventional aircraft behavior. While some suspected extraterrestrial visitors, experts later linked the phenomenon to a Falcon 9 rocket launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base, its exhaust plume creating a surreal “jellyfish” effect against the fading light.

Just days later, on January 6, Casper, Wyoming became the stage for another puzzling event. A local resident captured footage of a luminous object darting across the evening sky. It wasn’t a plane, nor did it match any satellite trajectory. For now, it remains officially classified as an unidentified aerial phenomenon—a term that seems to be gaining more weight with each passing week.

January 9 brought a flurry of reports to UFO tracking networks. Witnesses described green orbs over Nevada, metallic almond-shaped craft hovering silently above Tijuana before shooting skyward, and a glowing orange orb drifting south over California. These sightings echo classic UFO characteristics: erratic movement, sudden acceleration, and an uncanny silence.

Meanwhile, the conversation around UFOs is no longer confined to fringe circles. On January 17, MUFON hosted retired Air Force officer Robert Salas, who revisited chilling accounts of UFOs near U.S. nuclear missile sites—stories that have haunted defense circles since the 1960s. Just three days later, the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. became the backdrop for a startling disclosure: Brazilian whistleblowers claimed firsthand contact with non-human entities during the infamous 1996 Varginha incident, urging global protections for those who dare to speak out.

Government attention is sharpening too. The 2026 National Defense Authorization Act now requires the Department of Defense to brief Congress on UAP intercepts near critical infrastructure. The All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office continues its work, analyzing sightings and publishing updates on official channels. Even MUFON is stepping up, showcasing authenticated UFO photographs and film reels that challenge skeptics to look closer.

Beyond official halls, the cultural wave is undeniable. YouTube channels are curating eerie compilations of hovering lights and vanishing objects, while podcasts speculate that 2026 could be the year of full disclosure—a turning point for humanity’s understanding of its place in the cosmos.

As January closes, one thing is clear: UFOs are no longer a late-night curiosity. They’re a global conversation, a scientific puzzle, and perhaps a harbinger of truths long hidden. Whether these phenomena are advanced technology, natural anomalies, or something far stranger, 2026 is shaping up to be a year where the skies refuse to stay silent...

VIDEO BREAK: SAVANNAH GUTHRIE'S EMOTIONAL PLEA

NEWS BREAK: NANCY GUTHRIE DISAPPEARANCE - IS THE SON 'IN' LAW INVOLVED?

There's a stunning twist in the kidnapping of "TODAY" anchor Savannah Guthrie's mother Nancy ... her son-in-law might be the prime suspect, according to Ashleigh Banfield. Banfield — the former host of Banfield on News Nation — reported Tuesday night ... Tommaso Cioni — has been identified by police as the possible suspect in the case, citing a law enforcement source.

The veteran journalist says Cioni is married to Savannah's sister Annie -- and the two were the last people to see Nancy on Saturday night. Annie reportedly had dinner with Nancy that night ... but it's unclear if Cioni was also present. As you know, Nancy's family called police Sunday after they got word she didn't show up to her regular Sunday church service.

Now, Banfield says investigators have towed Annie's car, which has "some connection" to 50-year-old Cioni. Banfield adds that all the cameras at Nancy's Tucson, Arizona home were smashed in.

Earlier Tuesday, News Nation published a video showing a trail of blood leading to the front steps of Nancy's house. The Los Angeles Times also reports that blood was found at the crime scene, which belonged to Nancy.

TMZ was sent an alleged ransom note from an unknown person or persons who demanded payment in exchange for Nancy's release. The Pima County Sheriff's Department and the FBI are investigating whether the note is authentic...

NEWS BREAK: THE ABDUCTION OF NANCY GUTHRIE

Authorities expressed concern that time could be running out for Nancy Guthrie as they search for the missing mother of three. Nancy, the 84-year-old mother of broadcast journalist Savannah Guthrie, was last seen at her Arizona home on Saturday, Jan. 31 The Pima County Sheriff’s Department has classified the home as a crime scene, citing what officials described as “very concerning” conditions.

Authorities are concerned that time could be running out for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of Savannah Guthrie, who has now been missing for more than 48 hours.

"It is a race against time, and I hope that window hasn’t closed," Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos told NBC's Liz Kreutz in a new interview for the Today show aired on Tuesday, Feb.3.

Authorities in Arizona are investigating the disappearance of the mother of three after she was reported missing by family over the weekend. Police are still appealing to the public for help as they currently have no solid leads. Sheriff Nanos said that authorities currently believe Nancy was "abducted," defining the term as: "When you’re taken from your bed and you don’t want to go somewhere, that’s an abduction."

The Pima County Sheriff Department later clarified to NBC News that Nanos meant his phrasing figuratively, adding that he "did not mean that she was literally taken from her bed."

Nancy was last seen around 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 31 at her home near East Skyline Drive and North Campbell Avenue. The Pima County Sheriff’s Department later classified the home as a crime scene, citing what officials described as “very concerning” conditions. Nanos told NBC, "We took some samples that we hope would have profile of a DNA, profile that gives us some identification as to what we’re looking at."

Sheriff Nanos previously told reporters that Nancy has “no cognitive issues” and is “very alert, she’s of good, sound mind.” However, Nanos also noted that Nancy is “not in good physical health.”

According to the sheriff, Nancy also depends on medication that could become life-threatening if she goes without it for more than 24 hours. On Monday, Feb. 2, the sheriff told reporters that investigators believe a crime occurred, describing the case as more of a "crime scene" than a "search mission," and saying authorities want the public's help.

As part of the investigation, authorities are reviewing surveillance footage and license plate readers, along with coordinating searches. “We know she didn’t just walk out of there,” Nanos said at a press conference, adding that the department is asking for the public’s help.

Savannah, 54, did not appear on the Today show on Feb. 2 or 3, as she is currently with her family in Arizona amidst the investigation. On Monday night, the journalist took to Instagram urging her followers to "please pray."

On Tuesday, co-host Carson Daly shared, "I hit my knees and prayed and I don't think I've ever prayed for anything harder in my life."

Savannah released a statement to the Today show, which her colleagues read during the broadcast. "On behalf of our family, I want to thank everyone for the thoughts, prayers, and messages of support. Right now, our focus remains on the safe return of our dear mom."

The sheriff confirmed that the Guthrie family has been fully cooperative throughout the investigation and that the FBI is also assisting.


The PCSD describes Nancy as a female with brown hair and blue eyes. She is 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighs around 150 lbs. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Pima County Sheriff’s Department at 520-351-4900...

A QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD: THE TEPE DOUBLE HOMICIDE

True‑crime stories often unfold in the most ordinary places. In Columbus, Ohio, the murders of Spencer and Monique Tepe turned a quiet Weinland Park street into a scene of grief and questions. For days after the couple was found shot to death on December 30, 2025, the case felt like a riddle with missing pieces. Then, in mid‑January, the investigation took a decisive turn: police arrested Monique’s ex‑husband, Dr. Michael David McKee, in Illinois and charged him in connection with the killings. 

The discovery of the bodies, according to local reports, came after friends and coworkers couldn’t reach the couple. Police found Spencer and Monique shot inside their home; their two young children were physically unharmed. There were no signs of forced entry or theft, only a sense that the violence had been precise and deeply personal. Early on, investigators released a sliver of surveillance footage and asked the public for tips, while confirming the killings likely happened in the predawn hours. The uncertainty only intensified interest. 

On January 10, 2026, federal agents took McKee into custody near his workplace in Rockford, Illinois. Columbus police said a silver SUV seen on neighborhood cameras arriving near the Tepes’ home before the shootings and leaving shortly afterward was traced to McKee through distinctive features and license plate clues that linked the vehicle to addresses in Illinois and to his hospital. He was arrested without incident and, days later, a Franklin County grand jury indicted him on four counts of aggravated murder and one count of aggravated burglary; he has pleaded not guilty. 

Court filings unsealed the following weeks expanded the picture prosecutors intend to present. An affidavit describes weeks of alleged stalking behavior and cites witnesses who told detectives that Monique had long confided fears about McKee, including allegations of abuse, strangulation, and threats that he could kill her at any time and that she would “always be his wife.” Investigators also say video placed McKee on the couple’s property on December 6, while the Tepes were out of town at the Big Ten Championship game—an incident that friends recalled because Monique abruptly left the outing, upset about something involving her ex‑husband. 

Detectives say the investigation then pivoted on forensics and digital breadcrumbs. In a press briefing, Columbus Police Chief Elaine Bryant said that a firearm recovered from McKee’s Chicago residence preliminarily matched evidence from the crime scene through a national ballistics database, reinforcing what the surveillance trail suggested about a targeted attack. Meanwhile, phone records indicated McKee’s device was inactive for roughly seventeen hours spanning the window of the murders, which investigators believe occurred around 3:50 a.m. on December 30. The absence of forced entry, the lack of a recovered weapon at the home, and the presence of the couple’s children and dog—unharmed—added to the portrait of a planned, intimate crime rather than a random invasion. 

Local and national outlets have since chronicled the shockwaves through the community, highlighting friends’ memories of the couple and advocates’ reminders that abuse can hide in plain sight. In interviews, those who knew Monique described her warmth and resilience, while officials emphasized that tips from the public and neighborhood video were crucial to moving the case from mystery to arrest. The case, now squarely in the courts, remains active, and McKee’s legal team has entered not‑guilty pleas while declining detailed comment on the allegations. 

As winter deepens, the story has shifted from “who did this?” to “how will the evidence hold up?” Forensic testing continues, and prosecutors will now be tasked with turning an array of surveillance clips, phone gaps, and ballistics hits into a cohesive narrative that answers the hardest question of all: why. For the Tepes’ family, the arrest offers the first fragile outline of accountability, though the ache of an empty home and two children’s altered futures can’t be undone by a docket number. The neighborhood remains changed by what happened behind a familiar front door, and the city watches as the case moves toward trial—an intimate tragedy entering its public phase, where each quiet fact must carry the weight of two stolen lives... 

THE BLACK DAHLIA: JANUARY'S DARKEST UNSOLVED MYSTERY

January in Los Angeles is usually mild, a month of cool breezes and golden sunsets. But in 1947, the city woke to a horror that would haunt its history forever. On the morning of January 15, a young mother walking through Leimert Park with her child spotted what she thought was a discarded mannequin in a vacant lot. As she drew closer, the truth froze her blood: it was the mutilated body of Elizabeth Short, a 22-year-old aspiring actress. Her corpse had been severed at the waist, drained of blood, and grotesquely posed. Her mouth had been slashed from ear to ear, creating a ghastly “Joker smile.”

The press dubbed her The Black Dahlia, a name inspired by the film The Blue Dahlia and her penchant for wearing black. The murder shocked the nation—not only for its brutality but for the eerie precision of the mutilation. Investigators believed the killer had surgical skill. Theories swirled: a spurned lover, a Hollywood insider, a sadistic doctor. Over 150 suspects were questioned, and dozens of false confessions poured in, but no one was ever charged.

The case became a media circus. Reporters trampled evidence, leaked rumors, and even answered police tip lines, muddying the investigation. Some detectives suspected links to other gruesome killings, like the Cleveland Torso Murders, but nothing was proven. Over the decades, theories multiplied—mob connections, secret affairs, even ties to occult practices—but the truth remains elusive.

The Black Dahlia murder is more than a crime; it’s a cultural obsession. Books, films, and documentaries revisit the case year after year, trying to piece together the puzzle. Yet, nearly eight decades later, Elizabeth Short’s killer remains a phantom. Every January, the anniversary casts a long shadow over Hollywood—a chilling reminder that beneath the glamour lies darkness, and some mysteries refuse to die...