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Best streaming services for live news

For live news without cable, you want reliable access to the big cable news networks and your local stations. The services below balance news coverage with price. Compare full lineups in our live TV comparison, check your channels with the channel finder, and see the cheapest routes in cheapest live TV services.

How we picked

We compare each option on the things that actually affect your experience — price, the channels or apps you get, ease of setup, and everyday reliability — and we re-check the details on a regular schedule. We only feature licensed services and mainstream hardware. Read our full testing methodology, see every option in the best live TV service guide, or match your channels with the channel finder.

Double-check before buying

  • Confirm the channels you care about are in the plan for your ZIP code — local and regional lineups vary.
  • Prices and free-trial lengths change often. Verify the current offer on the provider’s site before paying.
  • Check the number of simultaneous streams if more than one person will watch at once.

Frequently asked questions

What is the cheapest way to stream cable news?

Sling TV is usually the cheapest route to CNN, Fox News and MSNBC. Free services like Pluto TV and Tubi also carry ad-supported live news channels at no cost.

Do streaming services include local news?

Most full live TV services include your local ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC stations, which carry regional news, but coverage varies by ZIP code.