NPR News Now – Episode Summary

Episode: NPR News: 02-11-2026 5AM EST
Date: February 11, 2026
Host: Dave Mattingly
Length: 5 minutes

Overview

This condensed news update from NPR covers major national and international events, highlighting the latest in criminal investigations, a school shooting tragedy in Canada, a teacher strike in San Francisco, upcoming U.S.-Israel talks at the White House, concerns about climate change impacting the Winter Olympics, and updates on the U.S. economic outlook. Each story is delivered in a factual, calm, and authoritative tone characteristic of NPR news.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Disappearance of Nancy Guthrie – [00:17–01:11]

• Location: South of Tucson, Arizona
• A person was detained and questioned regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, mother of NBC's Savannah Guthrie.
• The detention followed a police break: FBI released images of a masked person at Nancy Guthrie’s front door the morning she went missing.
• The individual was later released, and no suspects have been officially named.
• The status of Nancy Guthrie is still unknown.
• Memorable Quote:

  “Authorities have yet to name any suspects. It’s also not clear whether Nancy Guthrie is still alive.” – Emma Bowman (00:58)

2. Canadian School Shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C. – [01:11–01:47]

• At least 9 people were killed, 7 at a secondary school where the alleged shooter’s body was found. Over two dozen wounded.
• Tumbler Ridge is a small town near the Alberta border.
• The suspected shooter, a woman, is believed to have died by suicide.
• Investigation ongoing into the motive.
• Memorable Quote:

  “We take it for granted. You go to school, you come home safe, and events like this give us pause.”
  — Premier David Eby at press conference (01:41)

3. San Francisco Teacher Strike – [01:47–02:59]

• Day three of a strike cancelling classes for nearly 50,000 students.
• Main demands: 100% coverage of family health care and pay raises for educators—district has only offered 80% coverage.
• The district faces a $100 million budget deficit.
• Notable Quotes:

  “Thousands of educators march through the heart of the city demanding the district fully cover family health care in one of the nation’s most expensive regions.” — Aya Ali Ahmad (02:19)
  “We walk the line until it’s 100%, and we walk the line until para educators and certificated get the raise. We deserve to stay in our city.” — Natalie Horizzi, union leader (02:35)

4. Israel-U.S. Talks on Iran Nuclear Program – [02:59–03:29]

• Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu scheduled to meet President Trump at the White House.
• Focus: Diplomatic efforts to end Iran’s nuclear program.
• Factual update, no direct quotes.

5. Climate Change Affecting the Winter Olympics – [03:29–04:13]

• Host countries for the Winter Olympics are shrinking due to the effects of climate change.
• By mid-century, only about 10 countries may remain suitable for hosting snow events.
• The IOC is considering limiting or rotating host countries and possibly moving the Games to January to avoid snowmelt.
• Notable Quote:

  “The IOC cites a recent study warning that because of climate change, by the mid-century, only about 10 countries may be able to host snow events.” — Ruth Sherlock (03:38)

6. U.S. Economic Updates – [04:13–04:56]

• Labor Department due to release January job numbers, delayed due to a partial federal government shutdown.
• Economists predict unemployment will hold steady at 4.4%.
• Retail sales unchanged in December, suggesting persistent economic concerns and the impact of tariffs.
• Dow Jones closed at a record high, up 52 points to 50,188.

Notable Quotes & Moments with Timestamps

• “Authorities have yet to name any suspects. It’s also not clear whether Nancy Guthrie is still alive.”
  – Emma Bowman (00:58)
• “We take it for granted. You go to school, you come home safe, and events like this give us pause.”
  – Premier David Eby (01:41)
• “Thousands of educators march through the heart of the city demanding the district fully cover family health care in one of the nation’s most expensive regions.”
  – Aya Ali Ahmad (02:19)
• “We walk the line until it’s 100%, and we walk the line until para educators and certificated get the raise. We deserve to stay in our city.”
  – Natalie Horizzi (02:35)
• “The IOC cites a recent study warning that because of climate change, by the mid-century, only about 10 countries may be able to host snow events.”
  – Ruth Sherlock (03:38)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Arizona Missing Persons Investigation: 00:17–01:11
• Canada School Shooting: 01:11–01:47
• San Francisco Teacher Strike: 01:47–02:59
• U.S.-Israel White House Talks: 02:59–03:29
• Winter Olympics & Climate Change: 03:29–04:13
• U.S. Economic Outlook: 04:13–04:56

This NPR News Now episode provides a succinct, comprehensive recap of major overnight developments with direct voices from the scene and clear, informed analysis.