How To Get Live Local News On Roku

Want to watch your local news without even touching the remote? You totally can! Getting live local news on your Roku is easier than ordering a pizza. Ready to ditch the antenna and still stay informed about what's happening down the street?

First Things First: The Roku Channel

The *Roku Channel* is your best friend here. Think of it as Roku's own app store, but already installed! It's usually right there on your home screen, looking all innocent and ready for action.

Find the *Roku Channel* icon. Click it open. Time for some local news hunting!

Channel Surfing, But Make it Digital

Once you're in the *Roku Channel*, you'll see tons of options. Movies, TV shows, even some seriously binge-worthy reality TV. But we're on a mission: local news!

Look for a section labeled "Live TV," "News," or something similar. Roku is pretty good at organizing things. Usually the **local news** is under the *News* Section.

Scroll through the channels. Hopefully, you'll see a local news station from your area listed. If you are lucky, you'll find one with your local TV station name or broadcast area.

Adding Your Local News MVP

Spotted your local news channel? Awesome! Now, select it. It'll probably ask if you want to add it to your lineup. Of course, you do! Hit that "Add Channel" button.

Boom! The channel is now part of your *Roku Channel* experience. Find it and start watching your favorite **local news** anchors!

Other Avenues for Local News Goodness

Sometimes, the *Roku Channel* might not have *exactly* what you're looking for. But don't despair! There are other fish in the streaming sea.

News Apps Directly from the Source

Many local news stations have their own dedicated apps. Head over to the Roku Channel Store. Search for your local news station's name.

If they have an app, download it! These apps often have live streams. Plus, they are usually filled with on-demand news clips.

Haystack News: Your Personalized News Feed

Haystack News is another fantastic option. It aggregates news from various sources. You can customize it to show you local stories.

Haystack News learns what you like. The more you watch, the better it gets at showing you relevant local content. It's like having a news editor in your pocket... or in your Roku!

Why Bother? The Joy of Local News

Okay, so you're probably wondering why all this effort is worth it. Trust us, it is! Local news is seriously entertaining. It's more than just headlines.

It's about knowing what's happening in *your* community. The restaurant opening down the street? The school board meeting drama? The annual pie-eating contest?

Local news connects you to your neighbors. You'll feel more involved in your town. And you might even learn something new! Plus, those local weather forecasts are clutch.

More Than Just Headlines

Local news often features heartwarming stories about people in your area. You might see a segment about a local artist. Or a profile of a community volunteer.

These stories remind you that your town is full of amazing people. It is a great way to feel good. Get ready for a dose of community pride!