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CBS Evening News Anchor Maurice DuBois Announces Departure

12/4/2025

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DuBois Departs CBS

Maurice DuBois, CBS News anchor, will leave CBS Evening News on December 18, following the earlier exit of co-anchor John Dickerson.
He announced the departure on Instagram, thanking CBS for 21 years.
The exit comes as CBS News undergoes changes under Bari Weiss, the new editor of CBS Evening News.
CBS News has not named replacements, and the program remains third in ratings behind ABC and NBC.

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Historical Context

CBS News has evolved significantly since its inception in 1941, when it first broadcast news programs. In 2006, Katie Couric became the first female anchor of the "CBS Evening News," reflecting a shift towards attracting younger viewers. The network continues to face challenges in ratings, as seen with the recent departures of Maurice DuBois and John Dickerson, highlighting the competitive landscape against ABC and NBC.

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DuBois Departs CBS

Maurice DuBois, CBS News anchor, will leave CBS Evening News on December 18, following the earlier exit of co-anchor John Dickerson.
He announced the departure on Instagram, thanking CBS for 21 years.
The exit comes as CBS News undergoes changes under Bari Weiss, the new editor of CBS Evening News.
CBS News has not named replacements, and the program remains third in ratings behind ABC and NBC.

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