CNN Viewership Soars Amidst Guthrie Abduction Coverage

CNN has witnessed a substantial rise in viewership, driven by its in-depth reporting on the abduction of Nancy Guthrie. The network reached over one million viewers at various points this week, a notable increase from its usual averages. The coverage has been constant, both day and night, as authorities continue their search for the 84-year-old mother of 'Today' show personality Savannah Guthrie.

Nancy Guthrie was reportedly kidnapped in the early hours of February 1 from her residence in Tucson, Arizona. Prominent CNN anchors, including Jake Tapper, Erin Burnett, and Kaitlan Collins, have been at the forefront of this extensive coverage. Tapper has been reporting live from Guthrie's home, and Harvey Levin, founder of TMZ, has also contributed to the discussions, noting emails received by the publication concerning the case.

The FBI released doorbell camera footage this week depicting an armed individual outside Nancy Guthrie's front door on the morning of her disappearance. This development has been a key focus for CNN's on-air talent. The surge in viewership comes at a critical time for CNN, which has seen a significant decline in viewers over the past decade, fueling rumors about its parent company, Warner Bros. Discovery, potentially selling the network.

Meanwhile, ratings for NBC's 'Today' show have also seen an increase. The search for Nancy Guthrie, which began on January 31, entered its thirteenth day on Friday. Authorities have yet to identify any suspects, though a man was recently detained for questioning near the border south of Tucson and subsequently released. CNN's website continues to attract a large online audience, with 120 million monthly users.