Highlights Archive

Horizons from PBS News • WXXI-TV

This new weekly science, health, and tech show hosted by William Brangham explores in-depth topics like AI and climate change, aiming to provide deeper dives into complex issues with experts.

Horizons from PBS News airs Saturdays at 6 p.m. on WXXI-TV and streaming live on the WXXI and PBS apps.

Horizons from PBS News will feature experts and professionals in the world of science, health, technology and the environment and will dive into a single issue each week such as the Artificial Intelligence race, advances in medicine, and the latest developments in climate science. Horizons will be hosted by Peabody and Emmy award-winning journalist and PBS News Hour correspondent William Brangham and will be executive produced by Talesha Reynolds, who also serves as senior producer of content and special projects for PBS News Hour.

Please note: This program replaces PBS NewsHour Weekend. PBS cancelled the show due to the loss of federal funding for public media.

Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History • WXXI-TV

A new four-part docuseries that explores the complex relationship between Black Americans and Jewish Americans – forged in shared struggle, tested by division, and representing a uniquely American experience.

Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History airs Tuesdays, February 3-24 at 9 p.m. on WXXI-TV and streaming on the WXXI app.

lack and Jewish Americans began on fundamentally different footing, but by the early 20th century, they were drawn together by entrenched racism and rising antisemitism. These shared experiences led to productive civic partnerships and sparked creative bonds that led to collaborations in music and film that would profoundly shape American popular culture. The relationship between these communities deepened after World War II, when the atrocities of the Holocaust came to light, reinforcing a sense of common struggle as both communities grappled with the devastating consequences of hatred and intolerance. The civil rights era is often described as the “golden age” of the alliance, when Jewish Americans worked closely with Black leaders and organizers to dismantle Jim Crow segregation.

While shared ideals of justice united Black and Jewish people, they were also divided by the realities of race in America. The historic alliance suffered as each group turned inward, prioritizing its own struggles and agendas in an increasingly fragmented social and political landscape. Still, the hope and promise of cross-cultural solidarity endures to this day, amid constant reminders of the persistent threat of violence and injustice in the world. Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History offers a lesson in fulfilling that promise while confronting the challenges of maintaining unity against divisiveness.

ANTIQUES ROADSHOW is coming to the Rochester Area!

Do you have this pop-culture phenomenon’s next big find?

America’s favorite treasure hunt ANTIQUES ROADSHOW is going back on the road in 2026 to film for an all new season of must-watch episodes — and people from across the country will be the stars of the show! ROADSHOW will stop in Rochester on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.

“Nothing can stop America’s love of life-changing discoveries and authentic guest reactions,” said executive producer Marsha Bemko. “We’re excited to stop in the Rochester area as we create a new season full of surprising items with jaw-dropping values, and are grateful for the support of our fans and sponsors who help ROADSHOW travel the country and bring TV magic to viewers!”

ROADSHOW will reveal the distinctive and historic venue for Rochester in the coming weeks.

At the appraisal event, guests will receive free verbal evaluations of their antiques, art, and collectibles by experts from the country’s leading auction houses and independent dealers. Each ticketed guest is invited to bring two items for appraisal.

Three one-hour episodes of ROADSHOW in Rochester will be created and will be part of the 2027 broadcast season.

How to get tickets

Admission to ANTIQUES ROADSHOW is free but tickets are required and must be obtained in advance. Fans can enter the 2026 ANTIQUES ROADSHOW Sweepstakes for a chance to win one pair of free tickets per household.

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The 2026 ANTIQUES ROADSHOW Sweepstakes entry period begins NOW and ends on Monday, April 6, 2026, at 11:59PM PT. Information about ANTIQUES ROADSHOW and the 2026 Tour is available by calling toll-free 888-762-3749.

A small number of free tickets will also be available on social media to fans who enter on ANTIQUES ROADSHOW’s Instagram. Social media entries will be accepted now with an entry deadline of Thursday, February 12, 2026, at 11:59PM PT.

For both sweepstakes, no purchase is necessary, restrictions apply, you must be 18 or age of majority. Tickets have no cash value and may not be sold or transferred. Odds of winning depend on number of eligible entries received. For the ANTIQUES ROADSHOW Sweepstakes you must be a resident of U.S. or Canada (excluding Quebec). All Social Media Sweepstakes entrants must be US residents only. Void where prohibited. Sponsored by WGBH Educational Foundation, One Guest Street, Boston, MA 02135.

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DON’T LOOK AWAY Virtual Screening & Workshop

Join Move to Include^TM for a FREE virtual screening of the documentary ‘Don’t Look Away’ and a workshop by the filmmakers.

Move to Include is proud to present a virtual screening of the documentary short ‘Don’t Look Away’ with filmmaker Joseph Lingad and the film’s main subject Corey R. Taylor. This screening will be followed by a workshop facilitated by Lingad and Taylor.

DON’T LOOK AWAY Virtual Screening & Workshop
When: Thursday, January 22 from 6pm to 8 pm
Where: Virtual on Zoom
Accessibility: Zoom auto-generated captions will be enabled for this session. If you have additional accessibility requests, please note this in the registration form.

About the Film:
Born with a rare condition requiring over 50 cranial reconstructive surgeries, 36-year-old Corey searches for normalcy, love, and acceptance in a swipe-left, swipe-right world. The film follows Corey’s daily activities to show how his facial difference affects his life, friendships, family relationships, romantic relationships, and career, and how these experiences shape his personality and perspective.

‘Don’t Look Away’ was named “Best Short Doc Film 2024” at the Toronto Documentary and Short Film Festival and placed second for “Best Short Doc Film 2024” at the New Jersey Documentary Film Festival.

About the Workshop:
Following the film, Joseph and Corey will facilitate an interactive workshop on the impact of the film, providing space for discussion and resource sharing. Topics include finding your voice with self compassion and navigating personal relationships.

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This event is presented as part of our annual Dialogue on Disability, a partnership between the Al Sigl Community of Agencies and WXXI, in conjunction with the Herman and Margaret Schwartz Community Series. Dialogue on Disability is supported by the Fred L. Emerson Foundation with additional support from The Golisano Foundation.

WXXI Classical Presents… THE CHORAL

A choral society’s male members enlist in World War I, leaving the demanding Dr. Guthrie to recruit teenagers. Together, they experience the joy of singing while the young boys grapple with their impending conscription into the army.

WXXI Classical Presents… THE CHORAL screens Saturday, January 17 at 3 p.m. at The Little Theatre. It will be followed by a panel discussion hosted by WXXI’s Brenda Tremblay, with Annika Bentley, Jimmie Highsmith Jr., and Jonathan Allentoff.

1916. As war rages on the Western Front, the Choral Society in Ramsden, Yorkshire has lost most of its men to the army. The Choral’s ambitious committee, determined to press ahead, decides to recruit local young males to swell their ranks. They must also engage a new chorus master, and despite their suspicions that he has something to hide, their best bet seems to be Dr. Henry Guthrie (Ralph Fiennes) – driven, uncompromising, and recently returned from a career in Germany. As conscription papers start to arrive, the whole community discovers that the best response to the chaos that is laying waste to their lives is to make music together.

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WXXI Classical Presents is a series of films that are related to classical music in some way, co-produced by WXXI Classical and The Little Theatre. Selected by classical music hosts Brenda Tremblay, Mona Seghatoleslami, and Steve Johnson each film chosen exemplifies the power of music in an exciting or non-traditional narrative way. More details about the WXXI Classical Presents Series

Sunday Night Kicks Off Two New Masterpiece Seasons + One New British Mystery Series! • WXXI-TV

It’s a great night for British drama and mystery fans as “Miss Scarlet” (at 8 p.m.) and “All Creatures Great and Small” (at 9 p.m.) premiere their new seasons followed (at 10 p.m.) by a new murder mystery series “Bookish.”

Miss Scarlett on Masterpiece — Sunday at 8 p.m.

Courtesy of Miss Scarlet Limited and MASTERPIECE

Lace up your corset or dust off a bowler hat and prepare to step back into the shadowy streets of Victorian London—Miss Scarlet is returning to MASTERPIECE Mystery!

When we last saw Eliza Scarlet, her life seemed out of balance. A new Detective Inspector had taken charge at Scotland Yard; one with no intention of enlisting her services. But true to form, Eliza didn’t back down. Through grit and brilliance, she earned the DI’s respect. And Eliza’s maternal housekeeper decided to marry coroner Barnabus Potts as Season 5 wrapped—what will that mean for the household?Now as a new chapter begins, we wonder: Will Eliza continue to pour everything into the job, or will she attend to her personal life?

All Creatures Great and Small on Masterpiece — Sunday at 9 p.m.

Season 6 of All Creatures Great and Small takes us back to the rolling hills of the Yorkshire Dales, where life in Darrowby is starting to find its rhythm again as the war in Europe winds down. It’s 1945, and the Skeldale family is stepping into a new chapter—one shaped by change, hope, and the opportunities that come with a more peaceful future.

There are new veterinary cases to tackle, growing families, and a few new faces around town. But at its core, the show continues to celebrate what it always has: community, compassion, and connection. The war may have left its mark, but the people of Darrowby keep showing up for each other—and their creatures.

James and Helen sitting on a bench outside looking up at the night sky. — Courtesy of Playground Entertainment and MASTERPIECE.

Bookish — Sunday at 10 p.m.

In post-war London, Gabriel Book, a literary enthusiast and bookseller, combines his day job with his favorite hobby — helping solve knotty murder cases. Although happily married to his best friend, Trottie, Book is a gay man at a time when homosexuality was illegal. When a new assistant, Jack, arrives at the bookshop, it soon becomes clear his appointment wasn’t as random as it at first seems.

Educator Webinar On-Demand: Visualize History with Student-Created Documentaries

Description

History documentaries transform research into powerful films that bring the past to life and help make sense of complex topics. To coincide with the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, join National History Day and PBS member station KQED, and PBS LearningMedia to explore how student-created history documentaries can help your students share their voice, knowledge, skills, and creativity.

When: Archived from Tuesday, December 9, 2025 7:00-9:00 PM EST Virtual Training via Webinar

What you’ll do:

Explore ready-to-use curriculum using National History Day’s 2026 theme of Revolution, Reaction, Reform in History and the Revolutionary Era as a case study
Practice video pre-production strategies
Start a sample mini-documentary you can use as a model with students

What you’ll get:

National History Day’s documentary projects
Modifiable curriculum and resources in English and Spanish for PBS LearningMedia’s The American Revolution Youth Media Challenge (hosted by KQED)
No-cost access to web-based video tools
A copy of the presentation deck to modify and use with students
A PDF letter of attendance–verifying 2 hours of attendance–to submit to your district or administration for approval towards professional development credit. (Requirements for professional development credits vary, so check with your district and/or state.)
Ongoing facilitator support for technical and classroom implementation questions, as needed

Designed by educators for educators, KQED’s well-paced workshops provide ready-to-use resources, instructional strategies, and genuine interaction with experienced and dynamic facilitators.

Speakers

KQED Education
National History Day
PBS LearningMedia

KQED is a nonprofit, public media station and NPR and PBS member station based in San Francisco. As a leader in media innovation, KQED provides free standards-aligned classroom content and professional development that educators can trust. Our workshops and courses help educators in all roles, subjects and grades strengthen their media literacy skills, empower youth voices, and encourage civil discourse. Learn more at kqed.org/education.

National History Day®, a world leader in history and civics education, is a nonprofit education organization improving the teaching and learning of history. NHD reaches more than half a million students and tens of thousands of teachers each year via its international student history contest and its wide range of teacher professional development programs, curriculum tools, and other educational activities.

PBS LearningMedia, a partnership of PBS and GBH, is an online destination that offers free access to thousands of resources from PBS stations and partners. These digital tools are designed to complement classroom instruction — from videos, images, and interactives to lesson plans, articles, and primary sources. Available for free to all educators PreK through 12th grade, PBS LearningMedia offers classroom-ready content aligned to state and national standards, compatible with the tools teachers use most, such as Google Classroom, and contextualized with supporting materials. Learn more at pbslearningmedia.org.

Questions about the event? Email education@kqed.org