CBS Weekend News

CBS Weekend News (2016- )

RunningNews show

CBS Weekend News offers the latest headlines, original reporting and in-depth pieces that add context and perspective to the world's events.

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Scheduleevery Saturday, Sunday at 18:30 (30 min)

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Episode 66
Year 2026Episode 6630 min

Episode 66

The river in Nepal that surged like a tsunami from the high Himalayas surged again on Sunday, this time from torrential rains this wet season. Thousands of people are still missing after the devastating floods last week. Ramy Inocencio reports. Dozens of people have been evacuated after sudden flash flooding struck the Grand Canyon. Torrents of water raced through, washing out footbridges over a creek that leads to the Colorado River. The National Park Service said approximately 15 people are missing or unaccounted for. Andrew Kozak has more. President Trump said the U.S. will begin "topping out" its strategic petroleum reserve with Venezuelan oil under last week's agreement. But that's unlikely to provide much relief to Americans facing sustained high gas prices. Olivia Gazis has more details on the unprecedented agreement. An NBC News crew was in a Palestinian village in the West Bank when they were attacked by Israeli settlers over the weekend. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned the incident. Leigh Kiniry reports. White House border czar Tom Homan rejected claims that ICE officers arrest parents at bus stops in Connecticut. But there is no argument that arrests are up nationwide. Lana Zak reports from Stamford, Connecticut. NASA's next-generation telescope blasted off atop a SpaceX rocket at the Kennedy Space Center on Sunday. The $4.3 billion Roman Space Telescope is on a journey to peer at distant stars and galaxies. Mark Strassmann has more about what some call "the discovery machine." 

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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did CBS Weekend News premiere?

CBS Weekend News premiered on May 7, 2016

Who anchored the Saturday edition of CBS Weekend News in 2016?

Reena Ninan anchored the Saturday edition of CBS Weekend News in 2016

Who anchored the Sunday edition of CBS Weekend News in 2016?

Elaine Quijano anchored the Sunday edition of CBS Weekend News in 2016

What type of news does CBS Weekend News typically cover?

CBS Weekend News typically covers national and international news, as well as feature stories and investigative reports

Is CBS Weekend News a daily news program?

No, CBS Weekend News is a weekly news program that airs on Saturdays and Sundays

Who are the correspondents for CBS Weekend News?

CBS Weekend News has a team of correspondents who report on various stories and events

What is the format of CBS Weekend News?

The format of CBS Weekend News typically includes a mix of live and pre-recorded segments, including interviews, reports, and analysis

Does CBS Weekend News have a regular panel of commentators?

No, CBS Weekend News does not have a regular panel of commentators, but rather features a rotating group of experts and analysts

Can CBS Weekend News be streamed online?

Yes, CBS Weekend News can be streamed online through the CBS News website and other online platforms

Is CBS Weekend News available in high definition?

Yes, CBS Weekend News is available in high definition

Who is the executive producer of CBS Weekend News?

The executive producer of CBS Weekend News is Steve Patterson

What is the tone of CBS Weekend News?

The tone of CBS Weekend News is serious and informative, with a focus on in-depth reporting and analysis

Does CBS Weekend News cover entertainment news?

Occasionally, CBS Weekend News may cover entertainment news, but its primary focus is on hard news and current events

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