Savannah Guthrie's Mom is Missing

Breaking news involving a beloved member of the broadcast journalism community. Authorities in Arizona have elevated the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie—the mother of NBC "Today" show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie—to a criminal investigation.

The 84-year-old was reported missing yesterday from her home in the Catalina Foothills, north of Tucson. While initial reports hoped for a standard search and rescue, the situation took a grave turn this afternoon.

Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos confirmed that detectives have processed Ms. Guthrie’s home and discovered evidence suggesting she did not leave voluntarily. Sheriff Nanos stated, "We believe now... that we do in fact have a crime scene."

Homicide detectives have taken over the lead on the case, though search teams, drones, and canine units spent the night combing the desert terrain surrounding the residence.

Savannah Guthrie was absent from the "Today" show this morning to be with her family. In a statement read on-air by colleague Craig Melvin, she said: "On behalf of our family, I want to thank everyone for the thoughts, prayers, and messages of support. Right now, our focus remains on the safe return of our dear mom."

Nancy Guthrie is described as having limited mobility but no cognitive issues. Police are urging anyone in the Tucson area with security camera footage from Saturday night to come forward.