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August 19, 2023 - PBS News Weekend full episode

Season 2023 Episode 242 | 24m 09s

Saturday on PBS News Weekend, as the death toll in Maui climbs, we look at how communities can improve disaster warnings and responses. Then, families in Montana prepare for a new law banning certain medical treatments for minors with gender dysphoria. Plus, the impact the writers' strike is having on reality and unscripted TV.

Aired: 08/18/23 | Expires: 09/18/23
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UN commission accuses Israel of genocide in Gaza. Lawyers offer opposing views on findings
Woman wrongfully detained in immigration raid describes what she endured
What ousted CDC director Monarez revealed about RFK Jr. during a Senate hearing
Archivist fired by Trump launches a national effort to strengthen democracy
Federal Reserve cuts interest rates amid economic uncertainty
Trump greeted with royal reception to begin his second state visit
News Wrap: Patel faces criticism for not releasing FBI's Epstein files
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