Good to be with you. I’m Tony Dokoupil. Day four of the search for Nancy Guthrie — still no suspect. New details say the last person to see the 84‑year‑old was her son‑in‑law. Authorities say Nancy Guthrie was dropped off around 9:45 p.m. after dinner at her daughter’s home. Investigators taped off the property, brought in canines and additional FBI personnel, and are combing hundreds of tips. The Pima County sheriff says the family has been assisting the search and that investigators are working to authenticate an unverified ransom note. A candlelight vigil was planned. President Trump called Savannah Guthrie to offer support.
In Minnesota, Border Czar Tom Homan announced an immediate drawdown of roughly 700 federal agents after weeks of protests and clashes that included the deaths of two people. Homan said the goal is a complete drawdown as soon as possible; the pullback leaves more than 2,000 federal officers in the state. The operation has drawn local criticism over ICE tactics, including the detentions of young children, and prompted lawsuits from school districts and teachers’ groups alleging raids near schools disrupt learning. DHS defended its practices.
A Florida judge sentenced Ryan Routh — convicted of attempting to kill President Trump in 2024 — to life in prison. Routh tried to stab himself in the neck with a pen when found guilty; the judge called his actions evil.
Election news: Georgia election officials asked the FBI to return ballots and records seized last week. Body camera footage shows agents searching the Fulton County election center. President Trump, continuing to falsely press claims about 2020, has talked about “taking over” some state elections; sending federal agents to voting precincts was predicted by allies. Some Republicans pushed back, saying states administer elections. The Supreme Court cleared the way for California’s newly approved congressional map to stand; the court denied the California GOP’s emergency request to block it before the midterms.
A ski rescue in New York’s Adirondacks: more than 60 skiers were stranded when a lift stopped because of a mechanical issue. Gore Mountain crews trained in high‑elevation rescue lowered people from gondolas over several hours; all were evacuated safely.
Surf and storm damage: a winter storm and high surf in the Outer Banks collapsed at least four beachside homes into the ocean. Meteorologist Rob Marciano warned another arctic surge with brutally cold wind chills for parts of the Midwest and Northeast later in the week.
Self‑driving cars: executives from Waymo and Tesla faced questions from lawmakers after viral videos showing robotaxis and autonomous vehicles misbehaving — including a Waymo that drove onto light‑rail tracks and multiple tickets in Austin for not yielding to school buses. Waymo says its vehicles are far safer than human drivers, but senators called for more transparency and federal standards rather than a patchwork of state rules.
From Tucson, Arizona: investigators say Nancy Guthrie’s daughter Annie and son‑in‑law Tommaso Cioni were the last family members to see her; Cioni dropped her at her home after dinner. The sheriff emphasized the focus is on finding Nancy before worrying about a “whodunit.”
Border operations in Minneapolis: after weeks of enforcement sparked protests and violence, the administration described a “drawdown” driven by a shift in tactics. Officials defended the operation’s effectiveness in public safety, while teachers and community leaders highlighted fear in immigrant communities and disruption to schooling.
Georgia and national election fights: the debate over federal intervention in state election administration intensified after the FBI sought records in Fulton County. Some federal officials traveled to oversee actions; the episode alarmed Democrats and some Republicans as an escalation by the White House.
Waymo and Tesla testifying: senators demanded answers about how autonomous vehicles are certified safe, calling for transparency about where and how companies allow vehicles to operate. Safety advocates pushed for federal standards; industry warned of global competition.
In Norway’s Arctic: NATO allies conducted antisubmarine training called Arctic Dolphin to practice hunting for Russian submarines that could threaten Atlantic sea lanes. Commodore Kyrre Haugen said cooperation is vital; US‑Norway military ties remain strong despite political tensions over Greenland and tariffs.
Northern California rescue: body‑cam video shows first responders breaking into a burning Sacramento home to rescue two people; crews forced entry through a window and safely removed the occupants.
Sports and culture: Mickey Lolich, famed Detroit Tigers pitcher from the 1968 World Series, died at 85; he was known for three complete games in that Series and for throwing left after a childhood accident. A 90‑year‑old teacher in Michigan, Beverly Hannett‑Price, was honored with a Guinness World Record for 67 years teaching English — she encouraged students to be their best selves.
A lighter moment from Greenland: sled dogs stole a $700 camera; footage caught a dog pressing record, chewing the camera, then hiding it under a sled. The camera survived with bite marks and still worked.
Westminster Kennel Club dog show: at the 150th Best in Show, a Doberman Pinscher named Penny — a breed often seen as fearsome but celebrated here for temperament and beauty — won Best in Show. Judges noted the breed’s modern role as therapy and family companions, overturning old stereotypes tied to cropped ears and intimidation.
That’s another day in America. I’m Tony Dokoupil. We’ll see you back here tomorrow night. Good night.