Ditching Cable? Here's How I Get My Local Channels

So you've cut the cord, congrats! But what about local news, sports, and those must-see shows on the major networks? Here's how I tackled that as a cord cutter, and the solution I landed on.

Option 1: Just Say No to Local

Honestly, this almost worked for me. I'm not glued to live local news, and I catch up on most network shows via Hulu the next day. The only real snag? Live sports, especially college football.

Option 2: Go Old School with an Antenna

This is a classic cord-cutter move for a reason. A good antenna can snag those local channels for free. To boost the signal and watch on any TV in my house (and even outside the home!), I added AirTV. Tablo is another popular option for this.

Option 3: Splurge on a Live TV Streaming Service

YouTube TV has all the major networks, but it's a hefty $73/month. Not exactly budget-friendly.

Option 4: The Hybrid Approach

This was intriguing: Paramount+ ($13/month) gets me live CBS, and Peacock Premium Plus ($14/month) has live NBC. That's two out of four major networks for $27, plus a bunch of other shows and movies. Still cheaper than YouTube TV!

My Choice: Antenna Power!

In the end, I went with a good old antenna and AirTV. It's the most cost-effective way to get the local channels I need, with the added bonus of watching on the go.

My Streaming Life has found the antenna has been my perfect solution. I don't need constant access to live local TV, but when I do, it's there. Find what works best for you.