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PBS News Weekend to End Amid Budget Cuts

1/10/2026

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  • PBS News Weekend will end its broadcasts on January 11 due to budget cuts eliminating 34 positions.
  • PBS News Hour anchors announced the decision during a Friday broadcast.
  • They highlighted John Yang, weekend anchor for PBS News Hour.
  • The Corporation for Public Broadcasting Board voted to dissolve the organization after Congress rescinded funding.
  • Patricia Harrison, president of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, stated the decision was necessary.