CBS News Shuts Down Century-Old Radio Service
CBS News announced the closure of its radio news service, a division operating for nearly a century, citing shifts in programming strategies and economic challenges. This service, which began in 1927 and featured prominent figures like Edward R. Murrow, currently supplies content to approximately 700 stations nationwide. The discontinuation, effective May 22nd, reflects a broader decline in radio’s dominance as a news medium, with modern audiences increasingly turning to online platforms and podcasts for audio news.
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