Norah O'Donnell Exits Amid CBS News Overhaul

Norah O'Donnell bid farewell to her role as anchor of 'CBS Evening News' after a five-year tenure, marking the end of her anchor duties with an emotional sign-off featuring a tribute from Oprah Winfrey. O'Donnell, who showcased significant interviews and investigations during her time, will transition to a new role as a senior correspondent at CBS. CBS plans to revamp the 'Evening News' by introducing a co-anchored format aimed at mirroring local newscasts, as O'Donnell's departure marks a shift amidst broader changes in the TV news landscape. The broadcast remained in third place in ratings during O'Donnell’s tenure, but she emphasized the continued importance of journalism in her farewell message. The transition reflects ongoing shifts in the industry, with networks adapting to changing viewer habits and the decline of traditional TV news formats.