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Did you know you don’t actually need cable to watch your favorite “cable” news live? You heard us right – starting with the 2024 presidential election season and beyond, there are more ways than ever to get the comprehensive news coverage you seek on a daily basis.
However, if you cut the cord on traditional cable, figuring out how to watch everything from nightly local coverage that appears after the TV goes off the air in prime time, to top-rated national news channels can be tricky. To watch America’s most popular news channels without a cable subscription, your best bet is to choose a connected live TV service that includes a wide range of content in its lineup.
Fortunately, if you ditch the satellite dish, DIRECTV online is one of the easiest ways to access 24/7 coverage of the country’s most-watched “Big Three” news networks (Fox News Channel, MSNBC, and CNN)1along with local affiliate networks such as ABC, CBS, FOX, and NBC2. Here’s how to stay well-informed and listen to coverage of breaking news and other major events across the country with DIRECTV.
How to stream national news on DIRECTV
If there’s anyone who offers a comprehensive mix of national, international, financial, and weather networks that you can watch anytime, anywhere, it’s DIRECTV3. Even with the increase of smaller news channels, there are three major news networks, commonly referred to as the “Big Three” – Fox News, MSNBC, and CNN – that you can watch through DIRECTV online. Signing up is easy, not to mention you can start watching right away.
If you’re looking for more news coverage, each DIRECTV channel list also includes
C-Span, C-Span2, NewsNation, TheGrio, and TIME.
How to stream local news on DIRECTV
One thing many live TV streaming platforms not The show, however, is local news. With DIRECTV, you get access to more coverage related to your specific area, including all local news stations such as ABC, CBS, Fox, and NBC (this still depends on the affiliate stations available in your area). Bottom line – you deserve top-notch local and national news coverage, and DirecTV has you covered.
What DIRECTV packages do the networks offer?
No matter where you get your news, there are plenty of packages you can take advantage of to get the channels you want, without having to log in to get more than you need. And with the unlimited Cloud DVR storage included with DIRECTV Online, you can record all your favorite shows and news segments whenever you want4.
Entertainment
The Entertainment package is DIRECTV’s least expensive plan that still provides you with the “Big Three” news networks in Fox New Channel, MSNBC, and CNN. You’ll also be able to watch new local channels where available, and get unlimited cloud DVR recording.
($89.99 per month for 24 months + taxes and fees. Price includes $15 per month, ARS fee. 24 months required.)
Option
Choice is DIRECTV’s most popular package, and includes entertainment channels as well as specialty news channels like VICE, Cheddar News, The Weather Channel, and CNBC World. You can get the Choice package for $89.99 per month. 79.99 per month for the first 24 months + taxes and fees.
($112.98 per month with a $15 per month required fee, ARS and regional sports fees up to $17.99 per month and an additional $10 bill credit for 24 months.) w/24 months. Aghmt)
peak
The ULTIMATE package includes everything in the Choice channel, plus sports channels, movies, and more global news channels like BBC News and more. ULTIMATE is available for $119.99 per month. 109.99 per month. For the first 24 months + taxes and fees.
($142.98 per month with a required ARS fee of $15 per month, a regional sports fee of up to $17.99 per month and an additional $10 bill credit for 24 months with a 24-month agmt fee)
Prime Minister
The PREMIER package includes what’s offered in ULTIMATE, plus premium networks like Max and Paramount+ with SHOWTIME, STARZ, and Cinemax. It’s available for $164.99 per month. 154.99 per month for 24 months, plus taxes and fees, which will save you $10 per month.
($187.98 per month with a required ARS fee of $15 per month, a regional sports fee of up to $17.99 per month and an additional $10 bill credit for 24 months with a 24-month agmt fee)
New residential customers approved, price is inclusive. TV bundle and set-up. First TV fee. Additional fees may apply for non-qualified customers. Equipment rental required. Early contract termination fee ($20/month) applies and additional fee(s) may apply in the case of equipment. No returns. Credit card required. Convenience applies.
Live online streaming: Service is subject to DIRECTV’s Internet Terms and Conditions (see directv.com/legal/legal-policy-center/). Available only in the United States (excluding Puerto Rico and USVI). Some offers may not be available across all channels and in certain regions. Different offers may apply to multiple qualifying condominiums. Early termination fees apply up to a maximum of $480, divided by $20 per month over 24 months. If you cancel your service within the first 14 days of ordering, the fee will be fully refunded, and the early termination fee will be waived. If service is canceled after 14 days, you can continue to access DIRECTV until the end of the billing period, but there is no refund or credit for part of the month or unwatched content.
View bill balance: Limited time offer. Get $10 per month. Credit for 24 months. With bundle selection. Or top 24 months. agmt. Required. Customer must activate the service and the account must remain in good standing in order to receive all discounts. You will forfeit this offer and/or any portion of it if you cancel your service. Limit one offer per DIRECTV account. May not be combined with certain offers. Offer may be changed or discontinued at any time.
Requires high-speed internet. A minimum internet speed of 8 Mbps per stream is recommended for optimal performance viewing. DirectTV app: Compatible Req device and data connection; data charges may apply. Pricing: Entertainment $89.99 per month, Choice $122.98 per month, Ultimate $152.98 per month, Premium $197.98 per month. For two years. After two years, continues month-to-month at then-current rates unless canceled. Prices reflect base bundle prices plus demand. 15 dollars per month. Advanced Reception Service Fee and Regional Sports Fee (RSF) up to $17.99 per month. RSF applies to Choice Pkg. or higher and varies by location. May be lower in some areas. 7 dollars per month. Rental fees will be charged for each additional device on your account. State and local taxes or other governmental fees and charges may apply including any taxes, fees or charges assessed against discounted fees or service credits. See directv.com/directv-fees/ for additional information.
Non-return of equipment fees: If the service is canceled, you must return the included, rented device to avoid a non-return fee of $120 per device.
Regional and local sports channels: Regional sports are available with selection and above. Not available in select regions. Channels vary by package and billing region. Device may need to be in the billing area to be able to view. In select markets, certain local channels are not available, call 800-535-5000 or visit directv.com/channel-lineup/ for more information. Borders: Programming is subject to obfuscation constraints.
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