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PBS, NPR broadcasters defend funding as GOP pushes to cut support over bias claims

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3 months ago

March 26, 2025

www.youtube.com – WCHS Eyewitness News – 2025-03-26 18:05:27

SUMMARY: Republicans in Congress are pushing to cut funding for PBS and NPR, accusing them of bias and indoctrination. They argue that both networks cater to wealthy urban liberals while neglecting rural America. NPR and PBS defend their taxpayer funding, emphasizing their educational contributions, with PBS receiving 16% of its funding from the government. The GOP focuses on allegations of bias, including limited coverage of stories like Hunter Biden’s laptop. Democrats criticize these claims, highlighting the public trust in PBS and the benefits both broadcasters offer. Public broadcasting executives argue their services serve the greater good, particularly in education.

The two biggest public broadcasters in the U.S. could be on the chopping block for federal funding, with Congressional Republicans accusing NPR and PBS of bias and ideological programming.

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Jay's Evening Weather for 07/04/25

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19 hours ago

July 4, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WOAY TV – 2025-07-04 18:07:19

SUMMARY: Jay’s Evening Weather for 07/04/25 forecasts lots of sunshine and very high UV levels (UV index 10) this weekend, urging use of sunscreen, hats, and shade to avoid sunburn. Temperatures are warm statewide, ranging from upper 70s at night to highs near 90°F in places like Huntington. Humidity is currently moderate but will rise Sunday, increasing heat-related illness risks—know heat exhaustion and heat stroke signs. A tropical system may develop off the North Carolina coast, possibly named Shantel, but rain chances remain low until a front arrives Monday, bringing increased showers and thunderstorms through the week.

It has been another very nice day around the region. Tomorrow will be nice again, but warmer. FOR ALL THE LATEST, BE SURE …

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Practice fireworks safety this Independence Day

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2 days ago

July 3, 2025

Staff Editor

www.youtube.com – WOAY TV – 2025-07-03 18:02:52

SUMMARY: With Fourth of July approaching, Beckley is filled with firework tents, but safety is crucial. Beckley Fire Station 1 advises setting off fireworks only in clear, open areas away from buildings, people, vehicles, and flammable materials. Always read instructions before use, understand the range and effects, and keep children away from fireworks. Never relight a dud firework; wait 10 to 20 minutes, then soak and safely dispose of it. Use long-nose lighters to avoid burns, and never hold or point fireworks unless designed to be held, like sparklers. For maximum safety, consider leaving fireworks to the professionals.

There’s no shortage of fireworks tents all over Beckley in anticipation of July 4th. If you plan to purchase any, you must know how to properly and safely handle the sparklers.

~ Newswatch reporter Jillian Risberg (https://www.facebook.com/JillianRisTV).

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Trump’s big beautiful bill set to pass after GOP holdouts fall in line

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2 days ago

July 3, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WCHS Eyewitness News – 2025-07-03 17:19:21

SUMMARY: A deeply divided House is poised to pass the Senate’s version of President Trump’s mega bill after GOP holdouts agreed following White House negotiations. The trillion-dollar legislation extends Trump’s 2017 tax cuts, enforces stricter Medicaid and SNAP work requirements, raises tax deduction caps, and boosts defense and immigration funding. While benefiting corporations and high-income earners, it includes historic cuts to Medicaid and food stamps, potentially harming low-income Americans and rural hospitals. The bill could add \$3.4 trillion to the deficit over ten years. Despite low public support, Republicans are pushing to meet Trump’s signing deadline, facing Democratic opposition.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has broken the “magic minute” record with his over 8 and a half hour speech on the House floor to delay a final vote on President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful bill.”

#BigBeautifulBill #ImmigrationBill #Trump2024 #BorderSecurity #ImmigrationReform #USPolitics #CongressNews #LegislationUpdate #TrumpNews #PoliticalNews #PolicyDebate #BreakingNews #BuildTheWall #BorderCrisis #NationalSecurity #ImmigrationPolicy
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