CBS News Radio Concludes Nearly 100-Year Run With Edward R. Murrow’s ‘Good Night, and Good Luck’ Sign-Off

Alyssa Ray· May 23, 2026 · 4:59 AM UTC ·4 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 38 views

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CBS News Radio has concluded its nearly 100-year run with a final broadcast featuring Edward R. Murrow's iconic sign-off. The network, which began in 1927, was the last of the original three radio networks still in operation. CBS News leadership cited economic challenges and shifting programming strategies as reasons for the closure.

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▪CBS News Radio aired its final broadcast on May 22, 2026, after 99 years on the air.
▪The final sign-off featured Edward R. Murrow's famous phrase, 'Good night, and good luck.'
▪CBS News Radio was the last of the original three radio networks, following the closures of NBC Radio Network and Mutual Broadcasting System.

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▪ CBS News Radio Ends With An Edward R. Murrow Sign Off: “Good Night, And Good Luck” — Deadline

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Home > Culture & Lifestyle > Culture CBS News Radio Concludes Nearly 100-Year Run With Edward R. Murrow’s ‘Good Night, and Good Luck’ Sign-Off “For this final newscast, the news anchors you’ve been listening to for years wanted to say goodbye,” Christopher Cruise adds Alyssa Ray May 22, 2026 @ 9:59 PM Share on Social Media Share on Facebook Share on X (formerly Twitter) Share on LinkedIn Share on Email Edward R. Murrow (Photo credit: Getty Images) CBS News Radio came to an end after a nearly 100-year run by broadcasting Edward R. Murrow’s iconic sign-off, “Good night, and good luck” one last time. “CBS News special report, after 99 years, CBS News Radio is going off the air tonight,” Christopher Cruise said.

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