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Cascade PBS announced layoffs and restructuring due to the U.S. Congress's defunding of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, resulting in a $3.5 million budget loss and a 12% staff reduction.

The outlet will cease long-form written journalism and focus on streaming and video programming, expanding local series and their news show, The Newsfeed, to five days a week.

Cascade PBS president Rob Dunlop expressed the impact of the cuts on the community and staff, emphasizing their commitment to continue providing high-quality programming despite the challenges.

SEATTLE - Cascade PBS, formerly known as Crosscut, announced layoffs and restructuring Monday, following U.S. Congress's complete defunding of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

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