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PBS NewsHour Celebrates 50 Years of Impactful Journalism

10/25/2025

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PBS NewsHour celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2023, reflecting on its evolution since inception in 1973.
The program was originally hosted by Robert MacNeil and Jim Lehrer.
In 2013, Gwen Ifill and Judy Woodruff became the first all-female anchor team.
It now reaches millions on digital platforms.
The program provides thoughtful coverage of wars, disasters, and political crises.

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Story summary

PBS NewsHour celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2023, reflecting on its evolution since inception in 1973.
The program was originally hosted by Robert MacNeil and Jim Lehrer.
In 2013, Gwen Ifill and Judy Woodruff became the first all-female anchor team.
It now reaches millions on digital platforms.
The program provides thoughtful coverage of wars, disasters, and political crises.