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Savannah Guthrie pleads for help amid reports ransom note said mother is dead
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· June 23, 2026
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Key points Savannah Guthrie, who hosts the "Today" show, became emotional as she asked for the public's assistance. A television host has made a public plea for help in a personal matter.
A television host has made a public plea for help in a personal matter. Savannah Guthrie, who hosts the "Today" show, became emotional as she asked for the public's assistance.
Her request comes amid reports about a ransom note that contains disturbing information. The note allegedly suggests that her mother may have passed away several months ago.
Further details about this situation are available from KXXV, the local ABC affiliate, which has been following the story. For more information, readers can consult the station's news coverage.
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Category: local Published: June 23, 2026 Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News Reading time: 1 min
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