THE TIME TO ACT IS NOW

WVIA Is Under Threat — And Time Is Running Out

For nearly 60 years, WVIA has been here to inform, educate, and uplift our community. But now, our ability to continue telling your stories is in serious jeopardy.

Congress has officially received a rescissions package that would eliminate all federal funds for public media and claw back $1.1 billion in already approved public media funding — funding that WVIA relies on to serve over 22 counties in Pennsylvania. If this funding is cut, WVIA and stations like ours across the country could be forced to reduce services. Some may even go dark.

This is real. This is happening. And we need your voice—now.

Lawmakers are making decisions in the coming days.

Contact your members of Congress today.

Tell them why WVIA and public media matter to you, your family, and your community. Your voice is powerful. Use it to help protect the future of public media.

→ Advocate for Public Media

Visit Protect My Public Media to contact your lawmakers in just a few clicks. Share this link and encourage others to do the same.

A Message from President & CEO Carla McCabe

Here's Where Things Stand

Rescission: On June 3, 2025, the White House formally asked Congress to rescind its annual appropriation of $535 million to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), for both FY26 and FY27. WVIA President & CEO Carla McCabe issued a response to the delivery of the rescissions package on June 4, 2025 - read it here. Congress has 45 days to respond and can act with a simple majority. ProtectMyPublicMedia.com remains the best resource for outreach to elected representatives.
PBS Lawsuit: On May 30, 2025, PBS and a Minnesota member station sued the Trump Administration, seeking to block the executive order forbidding payment of federal funds to PBS and NPR. The lawsuit follows a similar case filed Tuesday by NPR and three Colorado member stations.
Ready to Learn: May 29, 2025, CPB submitted a formal appeal to the U.S. Department of Education, requesting reconsideration of its decision to prematurely terminate the 2020–2025 Ready to Learn (RTL) grants.

About WVIA: Your Public Media Station

For nearly 60 years, WVIA has delivered relevant, balanced, and in-depth news along with award-winning nationally and locally produced documentaries, performances, and public affairs programming across TV and radio – and now through digital and social platforms – while fostering community engagement to help residents better understand our region.

Together, we create a stronger, more connected community.

1,250,000 Households WVIA’S TV Signal reaches over 2 million potential viewers across northeastern and central Pennsylvania.

Our radio signal covers more than 1.2 million people across the region. Together, these over-the-air signals span over 26% of the state's geographic area.

Our digital content now reaches over 2.8 million users each year.

We Exist to Serve You

Our mission is to enrich the community through education, storytelling, and local journalism. As communities face new challenges, WVIA remains a critical source of timely and trusted information.

Journalism

The WVIA News Team aims to engage, inform, and build trust through accurate, unbiased reporting that highlights impactful stories in our communities to serve the region.

News | Meet The Team

Cultural Preservation

Whether on radio, television, social media, digital platforms, or in-person, WVIA’s strives to capture and share the unique local stories, perspectives, and traditions that define our community.

WVIA Radio | WVIA TV

Community Connections

Opportunities to learn, grow, and connect with others in your area are at the core of our mission. It’s our commitment to host engaging and meaningful community events in your neighborhood.

Events | Flickr

Educational Programming

Preparing children for success in school and life, and encouraging parents to take an active role in their children’s education with PBS KIDS programming and educational content and experiences.

WVIA | PBS Kids

Resources for Educators

We support educators with quality classroom resources including those available through PBS LearningMedia, as well as live in-classroom early childhood programming and professional development opportunities.

For Educators

Regional Pride

With thousands of members, supporters & community partners, WVIA is a proud driver of meaningful conversations, experiences, and storytelling that connect and inspire people of all ages in our region.

VIA Short Takes | NEPA @ Work

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WVIA in Your Words: Stories from Our Community

As Northeastern and Central Pennsylvania's public media station, none of the work we do would be possible without of the support from viewers, listeners, and readers just like YOU. Here are just a few of the incredible stories from the WVIA community.

→ Share Your Story

Let us know how your experiences with WVIA programming has impacted your life. Join in on the fun with our “Viewers Like Me” project.

Support from Viewers and Listeners Like You…

Did you know that over 60% of WVIA operating budget comes from the support of the community? It’s true! Your generous support is vital to help continue to serve the people of Northeastern and Central Pennsylvania.

→ Become a Volunteer

Get involved in an upcoming WVIA event or program. Spread the word! Talk to your family, friends, and neighbors about the importance of public media.

→ Support WVIA Today

Your donation sends a message that independent journalism and local storytelling and programming are essential. Consider starting a sustaining gift or adding to an existing one.

For press inquiries, contact Holly Biondo at hollybiondo@wvia.org.