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FBI Says DNA From Glove Near Guthrie Home Appears to Match Suspect’s
Federal investigators say they’ve recovered a glove containing DNA about two miles from the Arizona home of missing 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, mother of “Today” anchor Savannah Guthrie. That glove appears to match what the masked suspect was wearing in surveillance footage from the night Guthrie vanished on Jan. 31. Authorities are awaiting further lab analysis and have not yet made an arrest, as the high-profile search continues.
Partial DHS Shutdown Begins Amid Political Dispute
Parts of the federal government have shut down after funding for the Department of Homeland Security expired. Lawmakers are deadlocked over proposed restrictions on immigration enforcement tied to the funding debate, with Democrats refusing to approve new funding until changes are made. The shutdown has left some federal workers, including Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agents, working without pay.
Woman Rescued From Burning Apartment in Northeast Houston
Houston firefighters pulled a woman from a burning northeast Houston apartment early Monday morning after flames broke out late Sunday night. The woman was hospitalized with injuries, and crews are investigating what sparked the blaze. At least one other resident is missing as fire officials continue their inquiry.
Early Voting Begins for 2026 Texas Primaries
Early voting for Texas’s 2026 primary elections kicks off this week, running through February 27 ahead of the March 3 election. Voters from both major parties will choose their nominees for various contests, and if no candidate wins majority support, runoff elections are scheduled for May 26.
Rain Leaks Through NRG Stadium Roof During Monster Jam
Heavy rainfall during a Monster Jam event in Houston caused significant leaks inside NRG Stadium. Fans experienced water pouring into the venue through its roof amid ongoing roof-replacement work, though no serious injuries were reported.