The Cable News Network launched at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on June 1, 1980. After an introduction by Ted Turner, the husband and wife team of David Walker and Lois Hart anchored the channel's first newscast. See more

Website
CNN launched its website, CNN.com (initially known as CNN Interactive), on August 30, 1995. The … See more

CNN operates bureaus in the following cities as of February 2023 :
United States
• Turner Techwood campus, Midtown, Atlanta, Georgia (operational headquarters)
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Current schedule
CNN's current weekday schedule consists mostly of rolling news programming during daytime hours, … See more

On July 27, 2012, CNN president Jim Walton announced he was resigning after 30 years at the network. Walton remained with CNN until the … See more

Over the years, CNN has launched spin-off networks in the United States and other countries. Channels that currently operate include:
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CNN has been involved in various controversies, criticisms, and allegations since its inception in 1980. The channel is known for its dramatic live coverage of breaking news, some of which has drawn criticism as overly sensationalistic.
CNN claims to be … See more