Search for Missing Mother of Today Show Host Continues

Billboards with FBI tip line appear across 3 states as second ransom deadline passes

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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The search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of Today show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, is entering its second week after a second ransom deadline passed on Monday. Investigators have expanded their efforts, with digital billboards featuring an FBI tip line appearing across Texas, New Mexico and California. So far, no suspects or persons of interest have been identified in Guthrie's disappearance from her Tucson home on February 1st.

Why it matters

The high-profile case of Nancy Guthrie's disappearance has garnered national attention, with Savannah Guthrie making an emotional plea to her followers on Instagram for information. The search highlights the challenges law enforcement can face in missing persons cases, especially when ransom demands are involved.

The details

Nancy Guthrie, 84, was reported missing from her Tucson, Arizona home on February 1st. A second ransom deadline passed on Monday, but investigators have not identified any suspects or persons of interest. Digital billboards with an FBI tip line have been placed across Texas, New Mexico and California in an effort to generate new leads in the case.

  • Nancy Guthrie was reported missing from her Tucson home on February 1st.
  • A second ransom deadline passed on Monday, February 10th.

The players

Nancy Guthrie

The 84-year-old mother of Today show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, who was reported missing from her Tucson home on February 1st.

Savannah Guthrie

The co-anchor of the Today show and daughter of missing woman Nancy Guthrie.

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

The federal law enforcement agency that has set up a tip line as part of the search for Nancy Guthrie.

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What they’re saying

“In an emotional Instagram video, Savannah Guthrie told followers the family believes her mother is still out there.”

— Savannah Guthrie, Today show co-anchor (Instagram)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.