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CBS Evening News was a television news program that aired on CBS from 1948 to 1962. The show was anchored by Douglas Edwards and was the network's first nightly news broadcast. Edwards was a seasoned journalist who had worked for various publications before joining CBS in 1942.

The show was a pioneering effort in the field of television news and was designed to deliver the day's top stories to viewers in a concise and efficient manner. Its format was simple but effective, featuring Edwards delivering the news from behind a desk with the aid of a few basic visual aids. The broadcast was initially just 15 minutes long but grew to 30 minutes during its run.

Viewers quickly took to the program, and CBS Evening News soon became a staple of American television. Its popularity was due in part to Edwards' straightforward and objective delivery, which earned him a reputation as one of the most trusted reporters of his era. He was known for being calm and collected, providing even the most unsettling news with a sense of composure.

Over the course of its 14-year run, CBS Evening News covered some of the most important events in American history. It was the first national news broadcast to report on the Korean War, and it provided extensive coverage of the McCarthy hearings, the Cuban Missile Crisis, and the space race. Viewers tuned in to the program to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the news, and many considered Edwards to be a trusted friend and confidant.

One of the most notable features of CBS Evening News was its commitment to delivering news from a variety of sources. Edwards and his team sought out experts and eyewitnesses to provide commentary and insight on the day's events, and they made a conscious effort to avoid sensationalism and bias. Instead, the focus was on delivering objective reporting that could be trusted by viewers across the country.

Overall, CBS Evening News was a groundbreaking program that revolutionized television news. Its influence can still be seen in today's news broadcasts, which continue to strive for objectivity and fairness in their reporting. While Douglas Edwards may no longer be with us, his legacy lives on in the countless journalists who have followed in his footsteps and continue to bring the news to audiences around the world.

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Jan 16, 2026
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January 16, 2026
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Jan 15, 2026
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January 15, 2026
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Jan 14, 2026
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January 14, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 12, 2026
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January 12, 2026
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Jan 9, 2026
7. Jan 9, 2026
January 9, 2026
Newly obtained cellphone video taken by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent involved in the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis shows a different angle of the encounter and the moments leading up to the shooting. Matt Gutman reports. In an interview with CBS Evening News anchor Tony Dokoupil, San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie discusses his conversations with President Trump that held off a surge of federal immigration agents in the city, reducing crime and hopes for the future. In an interview with CBS Evening News anchor Tony Dokoupil, San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie dodges questions about a proposed tax on billionaires in California, saying he's focused on constituents' concerns rather than what he calls a "theoretical issue" that hasn't yet happened. The U.S. military seized a fifth oil tanker linked to Venezuela. It comes as President Trump met with oil executives about investing in Venezuela's oil industry. Nancy Cordes and Charlie D'Agata have more. Jacques and Jessica Moretti, the couple who owns the Swiss ski resort bar where a deadly inferno broke out on New Year's Eve, were grilled by prosecutors for about six hours Friday. Jacques was then detained after he was deemed a flight risk. Ramy Inocencio has the latest. A badly damaged Chevy that turned heads across South Bend, Indiana, sparked an unexpected act of generosity. Steve Hartman has the story "On the Road."
Jan 8, 2026
6. Jan 8, 2026
January 8, 2026
For George Floyd's aunt, Angela Harrelson, the fatal shooting of Renee Good, less than a half mile from George Floyd Square, hits close to home. Jonah Kaplan spoke to her about the circumstances. In an interview with CBS Evening News anchor Tony Dokoupil, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey answers questions about what's next for the city and his leadership. The federal agent who fatally shot a woman in south Minneapolis belonged to a specially trained tactical ICE unit, sources told CBS News. Nicole Sganga has details. Minneapolis residents are mourning 37-year-old Renee Good, who was shot and killed by an ICE officer, sparking outrage and nationwide protests. Tony Dokoupil, Matt Gutman, Nicole Sganga and Jonah Kaplan have more. Federal officers fired pepper balls and surged into a crowd of protesters outside the Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis, as tensions boiled over following the fatal shooting of a woman by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer a day earlier. Matt Gutman was there. Retired ICE agent Eric Balliet reviewed bystander video of a federal immigration officer shooting and killing a woman in Minneapolis on Wednesday. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports. What began as a revolt over a collapsing currency and rising prices in Iran has morphed into nationwide unrest, with dozens killed and thousands arrested. Imtiaz Tyab has the latest. With so much to be said about the last 24 hours, CBS Evening News anchor Tony Dokoupil reflects on what's yet to be said -- and what some still need to hear.
Jan 7, 2026
5. Jan 7, 2026
January 7, 2026
Eyewitness video shows one angle of the moments before an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer fatally shot a woman in south Minneapolis. Nicole Sganga has more. Trump border czar Tom Homan speaks with "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil about the deadly Minneapolis ICE shooting, the Trump administration's immigration operations and more. In an interview with CBS Evening News anchor Tony Dokoupil, border czar Tom Homan declined to comment about the deadly shooting of a woman in Minneapolis, calling for an investigation to "play out." When asked more broadly about allegations of excessive force, Homan said he hasn't seen any examples of it under President Trump so far. Nick Reiner's arraignment was postponed again in the murders of his parents, filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Singer Reiner, after his attorney, Alan Jackson, withdrew from the case. Matt Gutman reports. The U.S. carried out operations Wednesday to seize two oil tankers linked to Venezuela -- a Russian-flagged tanker in the North Atlantic, and a second tanker in the Caribbean Sea, officials said. Charlie D'Agata has details. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. flipped the food pyramid, unveiling new dietary guidelines with an emphasis on protein, dairy and healthy fats. Nancy Cordes spoke with Kennedy about the recommended changes. If you're looking for Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, just head to The Star, the Cowboys' new headquarters in the Dallas suburb of Frisco. CBS Evening News anchor Tony Dokoupil has the story.
Jan 6, 2026
4. Jan 6, 2026
January 6, 2026
María Corina Machado praised what she called the "flawless" U.S. military mission to capture Nicolás Maduro and his wife, saying the Jan. 3 operation will go down in history as "the day justice defeated tyranny." Nicolás Maduro may be gone, but his deputies are still in power in Caracas, and the question of who should lead Venezuela is an urgent one. In a network exclusive with CBS Evening News anchor Tony Dokoupil, Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado said she's already been chosen to lead. Following the arrest and capture of Nicolás Maduro, armed militia members known as the Colectivo have been canvassing the streets of Caracas. Lilia Luciano has more on the volatility there. After decades of fear and instability, Venezuelans in the U.S. are cautiously hopeful about what comes next. CBS Evening News anchor Tony Dokoupil spoke to Venezuelans in Doral, Florida. The Trump administration has launched another crackdown on illegal immigration in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. Nicole Sganga is there and spoke exclusively with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. Families of the children and teachers killed at Robb Elementary School sat in the courtroom this week as a former school police officer went on trial, seeking accountability nearly four years after the devastating mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas. Jason Allen reports. Police are asking for the public's help identifying a person seen walking in an alleyway near the home of Spencer and Monique Tepe hours before they were found shot dead in Columbus, Ohio. Tom Hanson has more. From Florida senator to a central player on the global stage, Marco Rubio has become one of the most influential figures in U.S. foreign policy.
Jan 5, 2026
3. Jan 5, 2026
January 5, 2026
President Trump's national security team briefed senior lawmakers amid mounting questions over the strategy in Venezuela. Ed O'Keefe has the latest. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth revealed new details Monday about the U.S. operation to capture and arrest Nicolás Maduro, describing a meticulously planned raid that caught the Venezuelan leader completely off guard. Charlie D'Agata has details. The capture of Nicolás Maduro is prompting strong reaction from Venezuelans in the United States, and those who fled across the border into Colombia. Lilia Luciano has more on the two women vying to lead the country. Then, Cristian Benavides reports on opposing viewpoints on U.S. intervention. The arrest of Nicolás Maduro sent oil stocks higher. With Chevron leading the way, the Dow hit a record-high of nearly 49,000. Oil prices are also up. Jill Schlesinger explains what it means. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says he is dropping his reelection campaign amid increased criticism over his handling of fraud in the state. Jonah Kaplan reports. The Centers For Disease Control and Prevention on Monday announced updated recommendations for childhood vaccines with some significant changes. Dr. Jon LaPook joins to break them down. Last winter, Lakeview, Oregon, couldn't afford to clear snow from all its roads, but rather than make everyone pay higher taxes, community leaders found 12 local volunteers to pose for a nude calendar.
Jan 2, 2026
2. Jan 2, 2026
January 2, 2026
Heading into the first weekend of the new year, it is a busy night on the roads and at the airports as holiday travelers make their way home. Several days of heavy snow have made a mess in parts of central New York, while coastal flooding left roads underwater in the San Francisco Bay Area. Skyler Henry reports, and Lonnie Quinn has the forecast. President Trump warned in a social media post that if Iran "violently kills peaceful protesters, which is their custom, the United States of America will come to their rescue." Natalie Brand and Elizabeth Palmer have more. Investigators said that the deadly fire that tore through a popular bar in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana early on New Year's Day was caused by sparklers on Champagne bottles, which ignited the bar's ceiling. Ramy Inocencio reports. Police in Columbus, Ohio, are asking for the public's help as they search for a suspect in the fatal shooting of a dentist and his wife on the city's Near East Side. Lacy Crisp of CBS Columbus affiliate WBNS has details. A potential New Year's Eve terror attack inspired by ISIS was thwarted in North Carolina, authorities announced. A suspect is in custody, accused of planning to attack a grocery store and a fast-food restaurant in the town of Mint Hill, which is located near Charlotte. Scott MacFarlane has the latest. A woman hiking on a trail in Colorado was found dead after a suspected mountain lion attack, authorities said. Carter Evans reports. Steve Hartman returns to a story about a widowed goose first told in 2023, with a bittersweet update from an Iowa cemetery pond. "You come first," declares the new anchor of the Evening News. "Not advertisers. Not politicians. Not corporate interests — including the new owners of CBS."
Jan 1, 2026
1. Jan 1, 2026
January 1, 2026
President Trump says he underwent a CT scan, rather than an MRI, during his October examination at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Ed O'Keefe has details. A night of celebration in the Swiss Alps ended in tragedy after a fire tore through a ski resort bar, killing at least 40 people and injuring dozens more. Ramy Inocencio reports. Heavy snow and a rare thundersnow hit the Northeast as flooding rain soaks parts of California and a deep freeze reaches the South. Carter Evans and John Elliot have more. Zohran Mamdani was publicly sworn in as the 112th mayor of New York City on New Year's Day. Meg Oliver reports. In Iran, some are protesting the rising cost of living and clashing with security forces in a number of cities. Elizabeth Palmer has the latest. Enhanced tax credits that have helped reduce the cost of health insurance for the vast majority of Affordable Care Act enrollees expired overnight as 2026 arrived, cementing higher health costs for millions of Americans at the start of the new year. Nicole Sganga reports.
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  • Premiere Date
    September 9, 2025
  • IMDB Rating
    7.3  (19)