CBS News anchor Major Garrett celebrated the one-year anniversary of the streaming program "The Takeout" on CBS News 24/7 [1].
The milestone reflects the growth of digital-first news programming as traditional networks expand their reach through streaming services. By marking the first year of the show, the network highlights its commitment to a continuous news cycle tailored for online audiences.
"The Takeout" operates as part of the CBS News 24/7 streaming platform. This service is designed to provide around-the-clock coverage and is currently available on more than 30 platforms [2]. The program has spent one year on the air [1] providing analysis and reporting to its viewers.
Major Garrett has led the program since its premiere. The show's presence on a wide array of digital distributors allows the network to bypass traditional cable constraints, reaching a broader demographic of viewers across various devices.
The anniversary serves as a marker for the program's stability and integration into the larger CBS News ecosystem. As the streaming landscape continues to evolve, the network uses such milestones to signal the viability of specialized digital news products.
“"The Takeout" celebrated its one-year anniversary on CBS News 24/7.”
The anniversary of "The Takeout" underscores the strategic shift of legacy media organizations toward streaming-first content. By distributing news across more than 30 platforms, CBS is diversifying its delivery methods to maintain relevance in a fragmented media market where linear television viewership is declining.
