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Tony Dokoupil’s Official ‘CBS Evening News’ Debut Features Brisk Headlines, A Momentary Glitch And A New Sign-Off – With Plenty Of Scrutiny To Come: Analysis

Tony Dokoupil made his official debut as the anchor of 'CBS Evening News' on January 3, 2026, amidst an ongoing reinvention of the network's news division. His lighter sign-off and plans for a nationwide tour highlight a shift in approach as he takes on the role, which has seen a turnover of anchors over the past decade.

Tony Dokoupil

Tony Dokoupil

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Key Highlights

  • Tony Dokoupil is the sixth anchor of 'CBS Evening News' in the last decade.
  • He signed off his debut with the phrase, 'And that’s another day in America.'.
  • Dokoupil plans to connect with viewers through a tour of 10 U. S. cities.
  • The CBS News division is undergoing a reinvention under new editor-in-chief Bari Weiss.
  • He previously co-anchored CBS' morning show since 2019.
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Sources

  1. Tony Dokoupil’s ‘CBS Evening News’ Debut Is an Inauspicious Sign of Where CBS News Is Headed
  2. The Tony Dokoupil era begins at 'CBS Evening News'
  3. Tony Dokoupil’s Official ‘CBS Evening News’ Debut Features Brisk Headlines, A Momentary Glitch And A New Sign-Off – With Plenty Of Scrutiny To Come: Analysis

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