CBS Radio, a pioneer in radio news coverage for nearly a century, is set to end its service on May 22. Known for shaping the landscape of broadcast journalism, CBS Radio featured iconic figures like Edward R. Murrow, Robert Trout, and Charles Osgood. Mo Rocca highlights the station’s rich history and its impact on journalism, speaking with current and former staff members, including Martha Teichner, a long-time radio reporter, and Dan Rather, a veteran correspondent and former anchor of “CBS Evening News.” The closure marks the end of an era for a service that set the standard for radio news and influenced generations of journalists.
QUESTION: How might the end of CBS Radio’s service influence the future of radio journalism and the way news is consumed by younger audiences?
CBS News Radio, a beacon of broadcast journalism, signs off
