$50k reward in Guthrie search with no suspect; Trump launches Rx drug site

A new reward is on the table as investigators continue searching for Savannah Guthrie’s mother. The ransom note deadline has passed, but authorities say they still have no suspect.

Plus, the U.S. and Iran have quietly reopened indirect talks in Oman. The discussions are focused on Iran’s nuclear program, but officials on both sides are signaling limits on how far negotiations can go.

And President Donald Trump launches a cash-discount prescription site, pitching lower drug prices without insurance

These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, February 6, 2026.

FBI offers $50,000 reward in Guthrie search, but still no suspect

The FBI is offering a $50,000 reward in the search for Savannah Guthrie’s mother, Nancy Guthrie. Authorities in Pima County, Arizona, said they have not yet identified a suspect and are treating a ransom note tied to the case as credible.

Investigators said the note demanded millions of dollars in bitcoin and set a 5 p.m. Thursday deadline. The FBI said the note referenced a second demand schedule for Monday if the transfer was not made. 

Officials would not disclose what the note threatened or what would come next if the demands are not met, but TMZ, one of the media organizations that received a note, said the threat is much more serious after Monday.

Authorities said at least three media organizations received ransom notes addressed to them and turned them over to investigators.

The Pima County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that one person was arrested after a separate ransom note was found to be a hoax.

“At this time, we have not identified a suspect or a person of interest in this case,” said Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos. “We are working our best to do that. But to be clear, we have nobody of interest or any suspects that you would consider a prime suspect. We’re just not there. We’re not there yet.”

Nanos also confirmed that the blood droplets found at Guthrie’s home matched her DNA. He said her doorbell camera and pacemaker app were disabled early Sunday morning, around the time investigators believe she was abducted.

While Nanos said Guthrie is “still out there,” he acknowledged authorities still have no proof she is alive.

Meanwhile, her family continues to plead for contact. Her son, Cameron, posted a message on social media Thursday, asking whoever is holding his mother to reach out.

“Whoever is out there holding our mother. We want to hear from you. We haven’t heard anything directly,” Cameron said. “We need you to reach out, and we need a way to communicate with you so we can move forward. But first, we have to know that you have our mom. We want to talk to you, and we are waiting for contact.”

Authorities have also raised concerns about the possible use of artificial intelligence tools, including deepfake videos, which experts say could complicate efforts to verify proof of life.

US, Iran conduct first indirect talks in months

There’s some high-stakes diplomacy happening in the Middle East as the U.S. and Iran resume indirect talks in Oman, their first such channel in months, with a focus on Iran’s nuclear program.

Iranian state media reported the talks took place in Muscat, with U.S. and Iranian delegations kept in separate rooms, exchanging written messages through Omani mediators. Oman is seeking to revive a diplomatic track that stalled after earlier negotiations collapsed amid rising regional conflict and U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites.

But the talks are unfolding against new tensions in the Gulf.

Iran said it seized two foreign oil tankers near its territorial waters, accusing them of fuel smuggling. Crews were detained and referred to judicial authorities. Iranian officials framed the move as a law enforcement operation, though details remain limited.

@PressSec: While these negotiations are taking place, I would remind the Iranian regime that the President has many options at his disposal aside from diplomacy as the Commander-in-Chief of the most powerful military in the history of the world. pic.twitter.com/2AwRWvZIc8

— Department of State (@StateDept) February 5, 2026

The formal agenda in Oman is nuclear-related, but Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said any lasting agreement would also need to address Iran’s missiles, its regional activities and human rights conditions that Tehran continues to reject.

Trump lets nuclear treaty expire, leaving US and Russia without binding limits

The last remaining nuclear arms control treaty between the U.S. and Russia is now officially over.

President Donald Trump let the New START agreement expire on Thursday, ending the final set of binding limits on the world’s two largest nuclear arsenals.

In a post on Truth Social, Trump called the treaty “badly negotiated” and “grossly violated.” He said the U.S. should replace it with a new, modernized deal.

Trump praised what he described as a massive U.S. military rebuild, including nuclear modernization, new warships and a space force. He said nuclear experts should now work toward a stronger agreement for the future, though he did not offer a timeline.

New START, signed in 2010, capped the number of nuclear warheads, missiles and bombers. It also included inspections meant to prevent miscalculation. With its expiration, there are now no enforceable limits on U.S. and Russian nuclear forces.

Russia proposed a temporary extension without inspections. The Kremlin said it regrets the treaty’s end but claims it will continue to act responsibly on strategic stability.

At the United Nations, concern over the treaty’s collapse was immediate.

“This dissolution of decades of achievement could not come at a worse time. The risk of a nuclear weapon being used is the highest in decades,” said Stéphane Dujarric, spokesperson for the United Nations Secretary-General. “Yet even in this moment of uncertainty, we must search for hope. This is an opportunity to reset and create an arms control regime fit for a rapidly evolving context.”

Experts caution that negotiating a replacement could take years, especially as China rapidly expands its arsenal and shows little interest in talks.

Weapons, manifesto notes cited in case of man accused of threatening OMB director

A Maryland man faces attempted murder charges after investigators say he targeted a senior Trump administration official.

According to CBS News, investigators arrested 26-year-old Colin Demarco last month after he allegedly showed up at the northern Virginia home of Russel Vought, the director of the Office of Management and Budget.

Court records indicate that Demarco was seen on a Ring doorbell camera wearing gloves, a surgical mask, sunglasses and a backpack. Investigators said he looked through Vought’s mailbox and asked a neighbor if anyone was home. That neighbor told police that Demarco appeared to have a gun tucked under his shirt.

Demarco later admitted going to the home, telling investigators he wanted to confront Vought about Project 2025 — a conservative policy agenda developed ahead of the 2024 election. He denied carrying a weapon or planning to harm anyone.

But according to CBS News, investigators uncovered notes detailing a weapons stash, a draft manifesto and a document titled “Body Disposal Guide.” Authorities also cited social media messages in which Demarco is accused of discussing the killing of Trump and of referencing Vought directly.

Investigators said Demarco expressed admiration for Luigi Mangione, who is charged and now on trial for the killing of the United Health Care CEO Brian Thompson. 

Demarco is scheduled to appear in court later this month.

White House launches TrumpRx website

Trump has rolled out a new prescription drug website, pitching it as a major step to cut costs for Americans who pay cash for medications. It’s called TrumpRx.

The Trump administration said the site offers discounted prices from more than a dozen drugmakers, including Pfizer and Novo Nordisk.

For example, a four-week supply of Wegovy Pen costs $199 for the first two months, then increases to $349, which is well below the drug’s approximate $1,349 list price.

TrumpRx does not deliver medication. Users print a coupon and fill the prescription at a participating pharmacy.

The White House said the program is aimed at uninsured Americans, people with high deductibles and patients whose medications aren’t covered by insurance. It urges consumers to check the site before paying out of pocket.

However, a health economist told CBS News that the majority of insured patients are still expected to process prescriptions through their insurance, viewing TrumpRx more as an alternative than a replacement.

Puppy Bowl XXII: Senior and special needs dogs take center stage

It’s an exciting weekend for sports fans. The Winter Olympics have begun, and the Super Bowl will take place Sunday. Plus, dog lovers can enjoy Puppy Bowl XXII.

This year, it’s not just Team Ruff versus Team Fluff. For the first time, puppies of all ages are getting their moment.

The Puppy Bowl will feature senior dogs in a special halftime matchup, with Team Oldie facing Team Goldie. While special-needs dogs have appeared before, this year’s lineup is the most inclusive yet.

“This year, with 15 and all different types of special needs, wheelchairs, sight and hearing impaired. One’s missing an ear, god love her. There are so many different things happening. We thought, let’s pull in as many as we can. Let’s bring in the seniors as well. At halftime, we have a senior exhibition game of senior adoptable dogs to showcase as many different dogs as we can. So that is what’s new this year is like the sheer amount of special needs dogs and how blended they are into team ruff and team fluff.”

— Dan Schachner, Puppy Bowl referee and executive producer

Puppy Bowl XXII will feature 150 dogs from 72 shelters across the United States, Puerto Rico and the British Virgin Islands.

The game kicks off Sunday at 2 p.m. ET, with pregame starting at 1. It will air on Animal Planet, Discovery, TBS, TruTV, HBO Max and Discovery+.

And here’s the best part: every single one you see — young or old, with or without special needs — will find a loving home through adoption.

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