Updates on Nancy Guthrie case; Kristi Noem in Phoenix

Latest on search for missing woman; governor visits Arizona ahead of border survey

Feb. 3, 2026 at 9:07pm

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This nightly roundup from FOX10Phoenix.com covers the latest developments in the search for missing woman Nancy Guthrie, as well as a visit to Arizona by South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem ahead of a border survey.

Why it matters

The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie has garnered national attention, while Kristi Noem's visit to the Arizona-Mexico border is part of an ongoing political debate over border security and immigration policy.

The details

The report provides updates on the search for Nancy Guthrie, a 42-year-old woman who went missing in Phoenix last week. Authorities are still investigating the circumstances around her disappearance. Meanwhile, South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem is in Arizona to conduct a personal survey of the border region, as part of her state's efforts to address immigration concerns.

  • The latest updates on the Nancy Guthrie case were reported on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
  • Governor Kristi Noem's visit to the Arizona-Mexico border is taking place this week.

The players

Nancy Guthrie

A 42-year-old woman who went missing in Phoenix last week, sparking a widespread search effort.

Kristi Noem

The governor of South Dakota, who is visiting the Arizona-Mexico border this week to conduct a personal survey of the region.

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What they’re saying

“We're doing everything we can to find Nancy and bring her home safely.”

— Phoenix Police Chief (FOX10Phoenix.com)

“It's important for me to see the border situation firsthand and understand the challenges Arizona is facing.”

— Governor Kristi Noem (FOX10Phoenix.com)

What’s next

Authorities continue to search for Nancy Guthrie, and Governor Noem is expected to release a report on her border survey findings in the coming weeks.

The takeaway

The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie and Governor Noem's border visit highlight the complex and ongoing issues surrounding public safety, immigration, and border security that communities across the country are grappling with.