Nation Jul 04 Watch 7:38 New POV doc explores the history of Confederate statues — and why they divide us Comedian and journalist C.J. Hunt joins to discuss his new POV documentary, “The Neutral Ground,” which explores the burning issues of Confederate statues. The documentary, which airs on PBS on Monday, follows the removal of four of Confederate statues in… By PBS NewsHour
Arts May 07 Watch 6:02 Newton Minow’s concern for children transformed TV. Here’s what he’d still change 60 years ago this Sunday — on May 9, 1961 — then Head of the FCC, Newton Minow, gave his first major speech, declaring U.S. television programming a "vast wasteland," because he saw the missed opportunities of what TV could…
Arts Feb 15 Watch 6:43 Henry Louis Gates Jr. on his new series ‘The Black Church’ A new four-part series, “The Black Church: This Is Our Story, This is Our Song," premieres Tuesday on PBS. It’s a sweeping history of religion, politics and culture led by Henry Louis Gates Jr., the noted Harvard scholar and host… By Jeffrey Brown, Leah Nagy
Arts Jan 08 PBS’ ‘Masterpiece’ marks 50th year with challenges ahead The drama and mystery showcase could rest on its reputation built with acclaimed programs including "I, Claudius" and "Elizabeth R" and polished anew by surprising pop-culture hits "Sherlock" and "Downton Abbey."… By Lynn Elbar, Associated Press
Nov 18 Charlie Brown specials to air on TV, after all, in PBS deal By Associated Press Last month, Apple TV+ became the new home to the beloved Peanuts holiday specials. That sparked an outcry from viewers who were accustomed to annually tuning in on network TV. Continue reading
Sep 20 Watch 8:01 How ‘Downton Abbey’ film brings beloved characters back together One of the most popular television series of the past decade is returning -- but this time, to the big screen. After four years off the air, the British period drama “Downton Abbey” is making its film debut. Judy Woodruff… Continue watching
Aug 02 Watch 3:24 A Kentucky organization that makes perfect birthday cakes for kids with imperfect lives By Brandon Turner and Chelsea Gorham, KET Sweet Blessings, based in Lexington, Kentucky, believes every child should feel special on his or her birthday. The organization bakes and decorates extraordinary birthday cakes for children who might need a treat made with love, just for them. Chelsea Gorham… Continue watching
Apr 28 Watch 4:41 ‘Nature: American Spring LIVE’ tracks the change of seasons By PBS NewsHour Starting Monday, PBS debuts "Nature: American Spring LIVE," which will document the change from winter to spring in real time from iconic locations across America. The three-day, multi-platform event looks at the unique changes spring brings and how climate change… Continue watching
Apr 26 Watch 5:06 The modern relevance of the ‘Les Miserables’ hero story By Jeffrey Brown PBS "Masterpiece" has a new spin on an old story, with a six-hour serial version of “Les Miserables.” Unlike recent Broadway and film presentations, this one is not a musical, and its length offers the audience more time to connect… Continue watching