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The Final Top of Hour Newscast

On May 22nd, CBS News Radio will sign off the air after nearly a century of broadcasting. This special presentation looks back on the 99 year history of CBS on the radio, from the network's beginnings to its final days. We explore the life and legacy of legendary newsman Edward R. Murrow, CBS Radio's coverage of World War II, the measured reporting on the day of the JFK assassination and CBS News Radio's live, anchored coverage on September 11, 2001.

Plus: the history of the iconic CBS Radio sounder, the network's ability to adapt in the age of COVID, a look at the business of radio, and so much more.

Good Night and Good Luck: A CBS News Radio Retrospective

Backlash over payout fund for Trump allies. NASCAR legend Kyle Busch dead at 41. CBS News Radio going dark after nearly 100 years. CBS News Correspondent Steve Kathan has these stories and more on the final edition of the World News Roundup.

05/22/2026  |  World News Roundup

President Trump says he's sending 5-thousand troops to Poland. Republican progress on immigration bill stalls over DOJ settlement. DOJ announces criminal charges against 15 people for Medicaid and autism medical services fraud schemes.

05/21/2026 | Evening Update 

Flight diverted over Ebola concerns. DOJ indicts former Cuban leader. January 6th cops sue to block President's payout fund. CBS News Correspondent Steve Kathan has these stories and more on the World News Roundup.

05/21/2026  |  World News Roundup

Criminal charges announced against former Cuban president Raul Castro.

Police defenders of U.S. Capitol sue to stop Trump "slush fund."

Former Massachusetts Democratic Rep. Barney Frank dead at 86.

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