Corporation for Public Broadcasting to wind down operations, conclude majority of staff positions after loss of federal funding

WASHINGTON – The Corporation for Public Broadcasting says it will wind down its operations this year after a loss of federal funding.

CPB informed its employees Friday that the majority of staff positions will conclude with the close of the fiscal year on Sept. 30, according to a news release from the organization. The CPB says a small transition team will remain through January 2026 to ensure a responsible and orderly closeout of operations.

The team will focus on compliance, final distributions, and resolution of long-term financial obligations, including ensuring continuity for music rights and royalties that remain essential to the public media system, according to the news release…

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