'Never too late': Savannah Guthrie's new plea

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February 16, 2026

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Gun holster may help identify suspect in Nancy Guthrie case

Holster: A gun holster spotted in surveillance video from the Arizona home of missing 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie could offer a lead as investigators enter the third week of their search. Authorities are closely investigating the $10 holster, which is sold at Walmart. The latest >

Missing: Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, was last seen the night of Jan. 31. Watch NewsNation's "Missing: The Nancy Guthrie Mystery" >

'Never too late': Savannah Guthrie posted a new video, pleading for the release of her mother and telling kidnappers, "It is never too late to do the right thing." She appears weary in the message — the latest in a series of public pleas from the family. Criminologist weighs in >

Glove: An FBI spokesperson said a glove found near Guthrie's home with a DNA profile "appears to match the gloves of the subject in the surveillance video." Sheriff in Guthrie case denies tension with FBI >

'Signal sniffer': Authorities used a device known as a "signal sniffer" mounted on a helicopter in an attempt to detect Guthrie's pacemaker. The relatively compact device was on one of the skids of a helicopter spotted flying over the Tucson area, NewsNation's Brian Entin reports. Details >

Who is Nancy Guthrie? A close-up look at missing grandmother >

Nancy Guthrie search: Timeline from her disappearance to now >

How often are people over 70, like Nancy Guthrie, kidnapped? >

Here's how the partial shutdown could affect TSA, spring air travel

Shutdown: TSA workers are clocking in without pay as a partial government shutdown impacting the Department of Homeland Security hits its third day. Congress remains deadlocked on how to fund DHS, impacting about 13% of the federal workforce at FEMA, TSA and more. Details >

Flights: It's the second time TSA workers are working without pay in the past four months. Widespread cancellations and delays aren't happening yet, but a TSA official said financial strain could lead to absences from workers picking up additional jobs to pay bills. Read more >

Trump's border czar says 'small' security force will remain in Minnesota

Immigration: White House border czar Tom Homan said a "small" security force will stay in Minnesota for a short period to protect immigration agents and respond if things get "out of control." Homan did not define "small." What to know >

Drawdown: Homan said more than 1,000 immigration agents have left Minnesota and hundreds more are expected to depart as part of the administration's drawdown of its immigration enforcement surge in the Twin Cities. Read more >

Minnesota: The Department of Homeland Security said the surge in Minnesota marked the largest immigration enforcement ever. The operation sparked protests and increased criticism following the shooting deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti by federal officers. The latest >

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Noem: Trump admin ensuring 'we have the right people voting' >

Perjury probe opened into ICE officers' testimony on shooting of Venezuelan man >

Trump announces Board of Peace members have pledged over $5B toward Gaza

Gaza: President Donald Trump said Board of Peace members have pledged $5 billion toward efforts to rebuild Gaza and will commit thousands of people to "maintain security and peace." He's expected to formally announce the pledge at the board's inaugural meeting Thursday. Details >

Personnel: Trump hasn't specified which countries made pledges or have contributed personnel. The Associated Press reports Indonesia expects thousands of its troops to be prepared for a potential deployment to Gaza this summer for a humanitarian mission. The Board of Peace explained >

Deadline in $30M 23andMe settlement nears

Settlement: The deadline to claim part of a $30 million settlement in a lawsuit against 23andMe is approaching. In 2023, the genetic testing company announced it had been the victim of a data breach attack. Last year, 23andMe filed for bankruptcy. Who qualifies for the settlement >

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WHAT WE'RE WATCHING 👀

Secretary of State Marco Rubio meets the Hungarian prime minister, who is expected to sign a civilian nuclear pact heralded by Trump.
The first day of early voting begins this week in some states.
The Milan Cortina Olympics continue as controversy swirls in curling.

Opening statements begin today in the trial of a man whose teenage son is accused of killing four people at a Georgia high school. The latest >

In a podcast interview, former President Barack Obama said aliens are real, but they aren't being kept in Nevada's Area 51. What to know >

Surveillance footage captured the moment a store clerk fought an armed robber in California. Video >

The driver in an August tour bus crash in New York that killed five people and injured dozens more now faces charges. Read more >

A Missouri man on the FBI's "Most Wanted" list and four others are accused of carrying out a nationwide cattle fraud scheme. The investigation >

Institutional failures in Utah nursing homes led to the death of a Walmart greeter, her family claims in a new lawsuit. Details >

A pickleball brawl at a Florida country club ended with a couple's arrest. Video >

Teen's job earnings help homeless

With one of his first paychecks, Jessie Wade bought blankets and hand warmers for those struggling with homelessness in his community. Read more >

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