NBC Nightly News

NBC Nightly News (1970- )

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NBC Nightly News is the most-watched evening newscast in America, providing the very latest on the day's top stories and going beyond the headlines to add context and analysis to the most pressing issues of our time, both at home and abroad. We go to the heart of breaking news stories, introduce you to everyday people caught up in extraordinary events, offer in-depth reporting on health and medicine, cover international news as it unfolds and we profile those who inspire us to do better in our popular Making A Difference reports. The award-winning broadcast carries a legacy that spans more than six decades, beginning in 1948 - when NBC started broadcasting television's first-ever regularly scheduled network evening newscast.

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ScheduleMonday - Sunday (daily) at 18:30 (30 min)

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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When was NBC Nightly News premiered?

NBC Nightly News premiered on August 3, 1970.

Who was the first anchor of NBC Nightly News?

Chet Huntley was the first anchor of NBC Nightly News until his retirement in 1970.

Who replaced Chet Huntley as the anchor of NBC Nightly News?

John Chancellor replaced Chet Huntley as the anchor of NBC Nightly News.

What was the format of NBC Nightly News in 1970?

In 1970, NBC Nightly News was a 30-minute evening news program.

What was the time slot of NBC Nightly News in 1970?

In 1970, NBC Nightly News aired at 7:00 PM Eastern Time.

How many minutes of commercial time were allotted during NBC Nightly News in 1970?

In 1970, NBC Nightly News allotted just two minutes of commercial time.

What was the focus of NBC Nightly News in 1970?

In 1970, NBC Nightly News focused on presenting the day's news in a clear and concise manner.

Which news agency did NBC Nightly News primarily rely on for their news coverage in 1970?

In 1970, NBC Nightly News primarily relied on the Associated Press for their news coverage.

Did NBC Nightly News have any regular correspondents in 1970?

Yes, NBC Nightly News had regular correspondents in 1970, including Edwin Newman and Jack Perkins.

Did NBC Nightly News cover international news in 1970?

Yes, NBC Nightly News covered international news in 1970, including the Vietnam War and the Cold War.

What was the role of the news anchors on NBC Nightly News in 1970?

The news anchors on NBC Nightly News in 1970 were responsible for presenting the news in a clear and unbiased manner.

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Also known as

  • NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt (United States)
  • NBC Nightly News with Tom Brokaw (United States)
  • NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams (United States)
  • NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas (United States)

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