Curious about when Norah O’Donnell is leaving CBS Evening News? The long-time anchor’s final night with the network marks the end of an era, leaving behind a legacy of impactful journalism and national coverage. With CBS transitioning to new anchors and a revamped format, there’s plenty to unpack.
So, let’s dive into the details of O’Donnell’s departure, the upcoming shifts in leadership, and what’s next for CBS Evening News.
Here’s when Norah O’Donnell last night before leaving CBS Evening News is
Norah O’Donnell’s final night as anchor of CBS Evening News took place on January 23, 2025.
Originally set for January 24, the date was changed due to CBS Sports’ coverage of the PGA Tour’s Farmers Insurance Open, which would have limited the broadcast to a West Coast-only edition. This marked the end of O’Donnell’s five-and-a-half-year tenure as anchor and the conclusion of the program’s run in Washington, D.C.
The celebrated anchor announced in July last year her plan to step down after the 2024 election. O’Donnell will now transition to a senior correspondent role focusing on high-profile interviews. Her departure came shortly after covering Donald Trump’s second presidential inauguration on January 20.
Norah O’Donnell began anchoring CBS Evening News on July 15, 2019. Before that, she served as co-anchor of CBS This Morning and the network’s chief White House correspondent. Meanwhile, John Dickerson and Maurice DuBois will become co-anchors on January 27, 2025. The program will also move back to New York after five years in Washington, D.C.
Additionally, CBS News plans broader changes for the show, including a format featuring more 60 Minutes content. Correspondent coverage will expand, with Margaret Brennan leading D.C.-based reporting. Furthermore, Lonnie Quinn will provide regular weather updates. (via Deadline)
Bill Owens, executive producer of 60 Minutes, has additionally undertaken supervising responsibilities for CBS Evening News. Apart from anchor changes, CBS News underwent leadership restructuring in August 2024. Adrienne Roark was appointed president of editorial and newsgathering, succeeding Ingrid Ciprián-Matthews. (via Variety)
These changes aim to enhance storytelling and reporting across CBS News platforms, with Norah O’Donnell continuing her contributions to programs like 60 Minutes.
