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Oregon school shooter attacked special education classroom, police say
Police in Bend, Oregon, are still investigating the motive behind the deadly shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School. Four people were killed, including three young chi
Oct 16 4 min
What makes the Oregon school shooting different – and what can be learned
There are many more questions to be answered about the deadly elementary school shooting in Bend, Oregon. To explore some of them, Amna Nawaz spoke with James Densley, pr
Oct 16 4 min
News Wrap: Zacharia out as White House press secretary after less than a week on the job
In our news wrap Friday, White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia is "transitioning out" of her role after less than a week on the job, three large brush fires in South
Oct 16 4 min
Examining the controversial claims Trump is making at his midterm rallies
Ahead of the midterms, President Trump is on the campaign trail looking to rally his base in battleground races. His controversial comments at those rallies have drawn at
Oct 16 6 min
How Alaska became a key battleground in the fight for the Senate
Alaska could play a pivotal role in Democrats' efforts to reclaim control of the Senate. In a debate, Republican incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan faced questions about rising
Oct 16 5 min
Kerry Kennedy remembers her mother's life and advocacy in new book
Two years ago, Ethel Kennedy passed away. The matriarch of the prominent political dynasty, she was a steadfast supporter of her husband, Robert F. Kennedy, and a lifelon
Oct 16 8 min
Capehart and Continetti on the White House press secretary's quick exit
Jonathan Capehart of MS NOW and Wall Street Journal opinion columnist Matthew Continetti join Geoff Bennett to discuss the week in politics, the White House press secreta
Oct 16 9 min
Exhibition explores connection between Black women and the works of Shakespeare
The Folger Shakespeare Library's newest exhibition maps an unlikely historical connection between Black women and the works of William Shakespeare. Nearly 100 objects doc
Oct 16 6 min
Ukraine resumes strikes on energy targets, saying Russia never stopped its attacks
The tense alliance between Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and President Trump is nearing a new low point. After days of bitter back-and-forth between the two leaders, Ukra
Oct 15 3 min
Ukraine less reliant on U.S. as Trump-Zelenskyy rift deepens, former ambassador says
For perspective on the tensions between President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, Amna Nawaz spoke with former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine William Taylor. He's no
Oct 15 5 min
News Wrap: Trump says Fort Hood shooter's execution will not be livestreamed
In our news wrap Thursday, President Trump canceled plans to livestream the December execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan, federal law enforcement agencies are inve
Oct 15 6 min
Pennsylvania doctor urges vaccination as measles outbreak grows
The CDC has confirmed more than 4,000 cases of measles this year as the country grapples with the largest outbreak of the highly infectious virus in 35 years. Nearly a fi
Oct 15 6 min
An accounting of Trump's promised payouts and questions they raise
President Trump is cutting checks to Americans and promising more with less than three weeks left in a midterm cycle largely focused on affordability. Trump argues they'r
Oct 15 4 min
Inside Georgia's Senate race and Collins's uphill battle against Ossoff
President Trump will travel to Georgia on Friday to stump for Republican Senate candidate Mike Collins. Collins is in an uphill battle against incumbent Democratic Sen. J
Oct 15 7 min
Why small colleges are closing and the toll on students and communities
Across the nation, scores of small private colleges and universities are either closing or under threat. As each school shutters, students, faculty, and the surrounding c
Oct 15 8 min
David Byrne explores the art of rediscovery in 'Sleeping Beauties'
Why do great ideas and works of art sometimes get forgotten? And why do some get revived? These are among the questions explored by musician, writer and visual artist Dav
Oct 15 8 min
Economist breaks down new inflation report and what's driving prices higher
With the midterm elections just three weeks away, a new inflation report shows prices rising faster than expected, putting more pressure on Americans struggling with the
Oct 14 4 min
News Wrap: Iran says cargo ship sank after hitting a mine in Strait of Hormuz
In our news wrap Wednesday, Iran says a cargo ship sank after hitting a mine in the Strait of Hormuz, the Vatican says Pope Leo is eating and walking again following surg
Oct 14 4 min
How Starlink disruptions affected Ukraine's battlefield operations
A key component of Ukraine's communications network was partially disabled on Wednesday. The Starshield satellite network, funded by the Pentagon and operated by Elon Mus
Oct 14 8 min
Attorney for banned outlets on legal fight over White House press access
A federal judge has once again ordered the White House to restore access for three news organizations President Trump banned last month over their coverage of his adminis
Oct 14 5 min
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I appreciate their efforts to remain objective. There are times I can tell they’re less than thrilled about a political party, but again the effort is there and better than anything you’ll get on Fox or CNN. For that I applaud you.
The ads don’t bother me (cmon it’s PBS, let them do what it takes to stay alive. We need them). Overall I was happy to find a new source that covered the news in bite sized pieces.
The best part is if I don’t want to hear about the days politics or election news I can just skip that segment.
Great way to get informed without getting overwhelmed.
Jaz_Loves · Nov 2020
The PBS NewsHour will provide thorough, effective coverage of daily events as well as valuable dives into less obvious areas, issues, and works of art. I value it above any other daily news broadcast.
Boutie · Jul 2019
I love having this podcast separated into segments. I can look through my phone and delete the items I choose not to hear. Saves time. . It’s so much better than having to listen to the entire hour every day. Thank you!
808Sjsj · Feb 2019
There was a time public affairs programming was something that the FCC would require of the broadcast networks. News was a cost of doing business and it was good. It’s no wonder that news anchors became authoritative, trusted, household names like Walter Cronkite,
John Chancellor, Peter Jennings. The news wasn’t flawless but integrity wasn’t rare and facts held the day. Then came cable news, and news as a profit center that seeks ratings, and, with the web, clicks. If you’re looking for extreme positions, polarizing debate, or manufactured controversies, sadly you won’t find it here.
News as it should be.
T Wu · Apr 2018
Re-upping my semi-annual complaint. This podcast has been my go to source for news for years - great content - but the drastic uptick in ads over the last few weeks is making me question my listenership. I wouldn’t mind an ad or two per day, but they seem to be on every story now, even the 2-minute ones!
Peter K 0314 · Mar 2024
Oh, how we all miss Gwen Ifill. It seems that the public broadcasting station “News” program has allowed underwriters, mainstream orthodoxy, and pandering to inform and direct their practice of journalism.
In evaluating the disparate impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic, has anyone on the team of journalists or the editorial board considered the impact of income inequality or poverty on health inequities and outcome disparities? The data is there and it is quite clear if you choose to look.
Unfortunately, partisan hackery and appealing to division has become the new trope of the NewsHour. Very disappointing for a program that at one time could be reasonably counted on to provide a relatively fair and objective summary of issues faced by the nation.
Characterizing the President as “throwing red meat to the base” when he hammers away at talking points is not only corrosive and divisive, but is also irresponsible for an institution that was once considered “The Fourth Estate.”
Rojanjon · Jul 2020
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