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Did you know that 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 want every day.

However, if you’ve cut the cord from traditional cable, it can be difficult to know how to watch everything from late-night local coverage that airs after prime-time TV blocks to top-rated national news channels. To watch America’s most popular news channels without a cable subscription, your best bet is to opt for a live TV streaming service connected via the Internet which includes a wide range of content in its range.

Luckily, if you’ve ditched the satellite dish, DIRECTV via Internet is one of the easiest ways to always have access to 24/7 coverage from the nation’s most-watched “big three” news networks (Fox News Channel, MSNBC and CNN ).¹as well as local affiliate networks like ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC². Here’s how to stay informed and follow coverage of the latest news and other major events across the country with DIRECTV.

How to Stream National News on DIRECTV

If there’s anyone that offers a comprehensive mix of national, international, financial and weather news networks that you can watch anytime, anywhere, that’s it. DIRECTV³. Even with the increase in smaller news channels, there are three major news networks, generally referred to as the “big three” – Fox News Channel, MSNBC and CNN – that you can watch through DIRECTV over the Internet. Signing up is simple and not to mention you can start watching straight away.

If you’re looking for even more news coverage, each of DIRECTV’s channel lineups also includes
C-Span, C-Span2, NewsNation, TheGrio and TIME.

How to Stream Local News on DIRECTV

One thing that makes a lot of live TV streaming platforms don’t do it the offer, however, concerns local news. With DIRECTV, however, you can access more coverage related to your specific area, including all of your local news channels like ABC, CBS, Fox, and NBC (this always depends on which affiliate stations are offered in your area). Ultimately, you deserve top-notch premises And national media coverage, and DIRECTV has you covered.

What DIRECTV plans offer news networks?

No matter where you get your information from, there are plenty of packages you can take advantage of to get the channels you want, without having to sign up for more than you need. And with unlimited Cloud DVR storage included with DIRECTV over the Internet, you can record all your favorite programs and news segments whenever you want.⁴.

ENTERTAINMENT

The ENTERTAINMENT package is DIRECTV’s most affordable package that still gives you the “big three” news networks in Fox New Channel, MSNBC and CNN. You’ll also be able to watch new local channels when available and get unlimited cloud DVR recording.

($89.99/month for 24 months + taxes and fees. Price includes $15/month, ARS fees. 24 month Agmt required.)

CHOICE

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/month. $79.99/month for the first 24 months + taxes and fees.

($112.98/month with required ARS fee of $15/month, regional sports fees up to $17.99/month and an additional $10 bill credit for 24 months) with 24 months. agt)

ULTIMATE

The ULTIMATE package includes everything in CHOICE, plus sports, movie and more international news channels like BBC News and more. ULTIMATE is available for $119.99/month. $109.99/month. for the first 24 months + taxes and fees.

($142.98/month with required ARS fee of $15/month, regional sports fees up to $17.99/month and an additional $10 bill credit for 24 months with 24 months AGMT)

FIRST

The PREMIER package includes what’s offered in ULTIMATE, plus premium networks like Max, Paramount+ with SHOWTIME, STARZ, and Cinemax. It is available for $164.99/month. $154.99/month for 24 months, plus taxes and fees, which will save you $10/month.

($187.98/month with required ARS fee of $15/month, regional sports fees up to $17.99/month and an additional $10 bill credit for 24 months with a 24-month AGMT)

New approved residential customers, prices including tax. TV and equipment pack. fee for the first television. Additional fees may apply to non-qualified customers. Equipment rental required. Early termination fee applies ($20/month) and additional fees may apply if equipped. not returned. Credit card required. Restr applies.

DIRECTV via INTERNET: Service subject to DIRECTV’s terms and conditions provided via the Internet (see directv.com/legal/legal-policy-center/). Available only in the United States (except Puerto Rico and USVI). Some offers may not be available on all channels and in certain areas. Different offers may apply for eligible collective accommodation. An early termination fee applies for a maximum of $480, prorated at $20 per month over the 24-month term. If you cancel your service within the first 14 days of ordering, a full refund of fees will be applied and early termination fees will be waived. If service is canceled after 14 days, you may continue to access DIRECTV until the end of the billing period, but there are no refunds or credits for partial month or unwatched content.

BILL CREDIT OFFER: Limited time offer. Get $10/month. credit for 24 months. with the CHOICE package. or greater 24 months. agt. request. Customer must activate service and account must remain in good standing to receive all discounts. You will lose this offer and/or any part of this offer if you cancel your service. LIMIT ONE OFFER PER DIRECTV ACCOUNT. Cannot be combined with certain offers. Offer may be changed or discontinued at any time.

Requires a high-speed Internet connection. Minimum Internet speed of 8 Mbps per stream recommended for a visualization. DIRECTV app: Compatible device and data connection required; Data charges may apply. Pricing: ENTERTAINMENT $89.99/month, CHOICE $122.98/month, ULTIMATE $152.98/month, PREMIER $197.98/month. for 2 years. After 2 years, continues from month to month at the prices in effect at that time, unless canceled. Prices reflect base package prices plus required price. $15/month. Advanced Receiver Service Fees and Regional Sports Fees (RSF) up to $17.99/month. RSF applies to CHOICE Pkg. or higher and varies by location. May be lower in some areas. $7/month. the rental fee for each additional device will be charged to your account. State and local taxes or other governmental fees and charges may apply, including such taxes, fees or charges assessed against reduced fees or service credits. See directv.com/directv-fees/ for more information.