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PBS News Weekend Canceled Amid Federal Funding Cuts

1/17/2026

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Summary

Story summary

PBS canceled PBS News Weekend due to federal funding cuts.
Horizons from PBS News, hosted by William Brangham, will air Saturdays at 6:00 PM ET.
Compass Points from PBS News, hosted by Nick Schifrin, will air Sundays at 6:00 PM ET.
Both shows will be available online and as podcasts.

History

Historical Context

In 1995, the U.S. Congress cut federal funding for public broadcasting, significantly impacting the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), which received about $400 million annually. This decision led to financial challenges for PBS and NPR, highlighting ongoing struggles for public media funding. By 2025, CPB ceased operations due to continued funding cuts, threatening the availability of diverse public news programming in America.

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Story summary

PBS canceled PBS News Weekend due to federal funding cuts.
Horizons from PBS News, hosted by William Brangham, will air Saturdays at 6:00 PM ET.
Compass Points from PBS News, hosted by Nick Schifrin, will air Sundays at 6:00 PM ET.
Both shows will be available online and as podcasts.

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