Tag: PBS
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Another Former PBS Station Just Shut Down After Federal Funding Cuts Left It Unable to Continue
Eastern Illinois University’s longstanding public television station WEIU-TV has officially ended its over-the-air broadcasts, marking the end of an era for traditional broadcast media in central and southern Illinois. The station, which provided programming to communities across multiple counties for four decades, transitioned entirely to a digital streaming platform known as WEIU Digital TV following…
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Clifford Is Coming Back… And Pbs Is Making Him Bigger than Ever
One of the biggest dogs in children’s television is heading back to PBS Kids. As reported in the Hollywood Reporter, new animated version of Clifford the Big Red Dog is officially in the works, with PBS Kids planning a reboot of the longtime preschool favorite for 2027. The series will once again follow Clifford and…
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Return to the Moon Lands on Prime Video as Artemis II Buzz Drives New Streaming Picks
If you’re still thinking about that recent mission that pushed human spaceflight farther than it’s gone in decades, there’s now a way to watch how it all came together. A new documentary, Return to the Moon, launched April 24 on Prime Video as part of the PBS Documentaries add-on, offering a detailed look at the…
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PBS in Minneapolis is Taking Over Control of a Smaller PBS Station, Likely a Sign of Things to Come
Twin Cities PBS, also known as TPT, has expanded its reach into southern Minnesota by entering into a comprehensive management and programming agreement with KSMQ Public Television in Austin. The partnership, which took effect on April 14, allows TPT to oversee daily operations of the Austin-based PBS member station while preserving its local identity and…
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PBS & NPR Are Saved For Now After a Judge Restores Federal Funding
A federal judge has issued a permanent injunction halting President Donald Trump’s executive order that sought to terminate all federal funding for National Public Radio and the Public Broadcasting Service. The ruling, delivered on Tuesday by U.S. District Judge Randolph Moss, declared the directive unlawful and unenforceable, citing violations of constitutional protections against government retaliation…
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PBS is Being Saved Thanks to Bob Ross’ Art
Artworks by the beloved painter Bob Ross are being used to help raise funds to support public television stations across the United States, providing a lifeline following severe federal budget cuts. The initiative has already raised nearly two million dollars through auctions of his original paintings, helping to sustain educational programming that has long been…
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9 Streaming Gems to Try in 2026 — From Live TV to Niche Alternatives
Looking for streaming options that don’t all look the same? In 2026, streaming isn’t about having the largest library; the smart play is to mix big-name originals with niche services that deliver something you won’t find anywhere else. With prices rising and content spread across multiple platforms, cord cutters can save big by curating their…
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PBS Opposes Shutting Down Free OTA TV Unless You Switch Over to ATSC 3.0
In a recent filing with the Federal Communications Commission, America’s Public Television Stations and the Public Broadcasting Service have expressed strong support for a flexible approach to upgrading broadcast technology, while cautioning against imposing a strict deadline for shutting down the current free OTA TV and switching over to ATSC 3.0. This stance comes amid…
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PBS Warns Of Scammers Pretending to Fundraise For PBS TV Stations
KEET-TV, the PBS affiliate serving Humboldt County and surrounding areas in Northern California, has issued a public alert regarding a wave of fraudulent text messages targeting local residents. These messages falsely claim that PBS or public broadcasting services face imminent shutdown and urge recipients to make urgent donations to prevent the loss of programming. The…
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5 Streaming Services Every Documentary Lover Should Try in 2026
Fact‑driven storytelling, slow‑burn investigations, and jaw‑dropping real‑life footage aren’t things every streamer does well. Though major platforms chase broad appeal, niche services are finally giving non-fiction the attention it deserves without the huge price tag. Compelling real-world storytelling is increasingly living on specialized services that are built for viewers to learn, question, and explore. If…