Breaking: Arizona abduction search
Pima County deputies say they are investigating the suspected abduction of 84‑year‑old Nancy Guthrie, mother of NBC’s Savannah Guthrie. Family members last saw her Saturday night; she failed to show up for church Sunday. Authorities found her cellphone and essential medication inside her Tucson home and are reviewing surveillance footage. Sheriff’s officials described Nancy Guthrie as mentally sharp, not suffering from dementia, and warned of urgency because she needs daily medicine. More than 1,000 tips have come in, and detectives — including homicide investigators — are on the scene. Savannah Guthrie did not appear on The Today Show and traveled to Tucson to be with family.
Weather: bomb cyclone and Southern freeze
A powerful bomb cyclone battered the Carolinas and other Southern states with heavy snow, ice and subfreezing temperatures. The storm damaged coastal homes along the Carolina shore and dumped as much as 11 inches of snow in parts of Charlotte, contributing to thousands of crashes and stranded motorists. Utilities worked to restore power across the region; some areas remain without service and officials warned many families may face another week without electricity as temperatures plunge. Emergency agencies urged conservation to avoid overwhelming the grid. Forecasters expect additional Arctic intrusions into the Northeast later in the week, bringing more cold but little additional snow.
Fairfax murder verdict
A Fairfax County jury convicted former IRS special agent Brendan Banfield of aggravated murder in a staged double killing. Prosecutors say Banfield plotted to kill his wife while involved romantically with the family’s nanny; the nanny testified against him under a plea deal. Banfield had claimed he fatally shot an intruder who was attacking his wife. He now faces life in prison and is scheduled to be sentenced on May 8.
Epstein records fallout
Survivors and attorneys criticized the Justice Department after millions of pages of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein were released, saying inconsistent redactions exposed the identities of at least 31 survivors and led to harassment in some cases. The newly posted materials include emails and images mentioning high‑profile individuals; those named have denied wrongdoing. The files also contained messages involving physician Peter Attia, who has apologized and denied criminal behavior; CBS News said it is reviewing the material. The DOJ said it is working to remove names that were mistakenly released.
ICE operations in Minnesota
Tensions rose in Minnesota after a surge of ICE and Border Patrol activity and images showing agents detaining children circulated online. In Columbia Heights, school officials canceled classes amid safety concerns and a bomb threat; local officials say at least five students in the area have been detained in recent weeks. Protesters gathered at Target’s headquarters to decry immigration enforcement. Hennepin County medical examiners ruled the death of Alex Pretti a homicide as officials continue to monitor community response.
Kennedy Center renovation and proposed arch
President Trump announced a two‑year renovation plan for the Kennedy Center and proposed building an Independence Arch near Arlington National Cemetery. Trump said the center would be rebuilt using existing steel and some marble and estimated costs near $200 million, though Congress previously approved more than $250 million. Staff said they learned of the closure via social media, and many artists have canceled performances. Democrats criticized the lack of consultation. The proposed arch has been described in reports as potentially reaching heights up to 250 feet; funding and approvals are not finalized.
NASA Artemis II fueling test
NASA carried out a “wet dress rehearsal” for the Artemis II SLS rocket, loading the vehicle’s tanks with liquid hydrogen. About an hour into fueling technicians detected a leak and paused operations twice to troubleshoot before continuing after determining the leak was within acceptable limits for now. NASA is monitoring whether repairs will be necessary and warned the issue could affect the schedule for the crewed lunar flyby, which will carry four astronauts as a test ahead of a future landing mission.
Grammys highlights and Bad Bunny
At the Grammy Awards, Bad Bunny made history as the first artist to win Album of the Year for a Spanish‑language album, delivering an emotional acceptance speech addressing identity and immigration that drew a standing ovation. Kendrick Lamar won Record of the Year once again. Lady Gaga and other performers delivered notable sets, and the ceremony featured an updated In Memoriam segment with tributes to music legends.
Viral and human‑interest stories
– Clemson women’s basketball teammates surprised junior 3‑point shooter Rusne “Ruse” Augustinaite by bringing her mother from Lithuania to see her play; Ruse scored a season‑high 21 and embraced her mother after the game. Teammates helped fund the trip.
– In London, thieves carried out a smash‑and‑grab at a jewelry shop on cobbled streets known from the TV show Ted Lasso, using a sledgehammer before fleeing; arrests have not been reported.
Other national coverage
– Minnesota communities and schools continue to respond to immigration enforcement actions and their local impact.
– Courts and lawmakers are weighing the fallout from widespread document releases and other high‑profile legal matters.
Reported from CBS News headquarters by Tony Dokoupil and the CBS Evening News team.