May 9, 2024 - PBS NewsHour full episode

Friday on the NewsHour, fresh reaction and analysis of the historic guilty verdict in Donald Trump's criminal hush money trial as the former president rails against his conviction. President Biden calls on Hamas to accept Israel's latest cease-fire proposal. Plus, a preview of Mexico's election as a violent and polarized campaign season comes to a close. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Thursday on the NewsHour, former President Trump is found guilty on all counts in his criminal hush money trial. President Biden gives Ukraine permission to fire U.S. weapons into Russia. Plus, a former senior State Department official on why she resigned in protest of U.S. policy in Gaza. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Wednesday on the NewsHour, jury deliberation gets underway in Manhattan in the criminal hush money trial of former President Trump. A razor-thin primary win for a Texas incumbent highlights the growing rift within the Republican Party. Plus, Judy Woodruff looks at how Alaska changed its primary elections to break partisan gridlock. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Tuesday on the NewsHour, the defense and prosecution make their closing arguments in former President Trump's criminal hush money trial. Israeli tanks reach the center of Rafah as outrage and tensions intensify in the wake of a deadly strike on a refugee camp. Plus, Sudan's brutal civil war brings mass killing, torture and looming famine to millions of people caught in the crossfire. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Monday on the NewsHour, a wave of deadly tornadoes leaves a path of destruction as forecasters predict an above-average number of hurricanes this season. Global outcry after 45 people are killed in an Israeli airstrike on a tent camp in Rafah. Plus, how advancements in DNA technology are helping identify the more than 80,000 U.S. service personnel still missing in action. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Sunday on PBS News Weekend, a science advocacy group says one of the world's biggest meat and poultry producers is pouring pollutants into U.S. waterways. Then, how the federal government's food assistance program isn't keeping up with rising prices at grocery stores. Plus, Grammy-winning teacher Annie Ray discusses her inclusive approach to music education. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Saturday on PBS News Weekend, how the lasting effects of George Floyd's death continue to shape the city of Minneapolis four years later. Then, a front-line report as depleted Ukrainian forces struggle to contain Russia's advances. Plus, the hidden history of Anna May Wong, considered to be the first Asian American movie star, and her struggles with Hollywood's racism. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Friday on the NewsHour, a multi-billion dollar settlement could compensate former NCAA players and allow current college athletes to be paid. Louisiana restricts access to abortion pills after becoming the first state to classify them as a controlled substance. Plus, Myanmar's military regime suffers a series of defeats as brutal fighting compels thousands to flee to neighboring Thailand. YouTube: PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Thursday on the NewsHour, the White House considers allowing Ukraine to use American-supplied weapons to strike inside Russia. The Justice Department sues Ticketmaster and Live Nation, accusing the companies of blocking competition. Plus, the Supreme Court rejects a claim of racial gerrymandering in South Carolina, raising questions about future judgments on race and representation. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Wednesday on the NewsHour, a deadly tornado devastates an Iowa town, killing multiple residents and injuring many more. Democratic lawmakers call for a criminal investigation into what they call big oil's deception about the impact of fossil fuels on climate change. Plus, we look at the role social media plays in the rise in violent crime committed by young people in America. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders