CPB Closure Could Lead To Rhode Island Job Cuts

Radio & Television Business Report

Author: Cameron Coats
August 21, 2025 3:17 pm

In a message to staff following a Wednesday all-hands meeting, The Public’s Radio and Rhode Island PBS head Pam Johnston confirmed staff members are being offered voluntary buyouts, with potential layoffs on the table, after a $1.1 million annual funding cut tied to Congress’ rescission of CPB funding for 2025.

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