System/Policy
GBH sale of CAI building sparks pushback from community
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CAI staff are expected to remain in the building until a new location is found.
How stations are enhancing statehouse journalism with CPB funding
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With its latest round of funding, CPB has invested $4.9 million in its state government initiative.
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The U.S. public wants more news coverage of climate change, surveys find
As hurricanes, floods, wildfires, and heat waves have intensified over the past decade, public concern about climate change has grown dramatically. Today, 65% of the U.S. public is worried about the issue, up from 52% a decade ago, according to nationally representative surveys conducted by scientists at Yale University and George Mason University.
Programs/Content
Short films examine impact of immigration law on undocumented youth
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“This film series just tries to give people a window into what their life is like and how this important law has changed their lives and contributed more to our society.”
Obituaries
KLCS-TV leader Thomas dies at 59
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Thomas began her career in television when she was just 16 years old.
Awards
Two leaders recognized for service and innovation at Super Regional
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Bruce Theriault and Michelle Srbinovich received the awards.
Programs/Content
New royal drama seen as ‘golden opportunity’ to build on success of ‘Downton’
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The series shares some elements in common with Downton but is based on historical events.
System/Policy
CPBN cuts costs by laying off five staffers
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Adjusting to a $300,000 budget deficit from last fiscal year, CEO Jerry Franklin told staff that his leadership team is also cutting expenses in ways that won’t significantly affect the network’s audiences.
System/Policy
Despite snags, Connecticut network pushes ahead with reinvention
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New programs such as “The Cobblestone Corridor” are part of a sweeping plan to overhaul Connecticut Public Broadcasting Network.
Quick Takes
NPR hires first general manager for podcasting
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Neal Carruth starts in the new position after Thanksgiving.
Programs/Content
With Holocaust theme, ‘Last Laugh’ probes subject even comedians want to avoid
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A public TV documentary questions the boundaries of humor.
Programs/Content
‘Hamilton’s America’ boosts audience for PBS Arts Festival
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PBS and WNET say 3.6 million tuned in for the Oct. 21 airing.
System/Policy
KUSP license, assets, wine sold off to religious broadcaster
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KCRW was outbid for the bankrupt station.