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CBS backtracks on 'Evening News' revamp just weeks after launch - with network boss in the hot seat: sources


Published on 2025-02-21 19:04:09 - MSN
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  • CBS News is already backtracking on a revamp of its "Evening News" program
  • and the network's embattled boss risks becoming a casualty, The Post has learned. Just weeks after a drastic overhaul replaced Norah O'Donnell with a "60 Minutes"-style newsmagazine helmed by a pair of little-known anchors,

CBS has decided to revert changes made to its "CBS Evening News" format just weeks after its launch, following a backlash from viewers and internal criticism. The revamp, which included anchor Norah O'Donnell broadcasting from a new studio in Washington, D.C., and a shift towards more digital and streaming content, was intended to modernize the broadcast. However, the changes led to a significant drop in viewership and dissatisfaction among staff. Sources indicate that network president Wendy McMahon is now under scrutiny, with her leadership decisions being questioned. The network has acknowledged the misstep and is planning to return to a more traditional format, focusing on stability and viewer trust.

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