CBS News and its Stations division has launched CBS News 24/7, a free anchored streaming news service available worldwide via the internet [1].
The service represents a shift toward continuous, platform-agnostic news delivery. By integrating live events and on-demand video, the network aims to capture viewers who prefer streaming over traditional cable broadcasts.
CBS News 24/7 serves as a destination for continuous breaking news and storytelling from CBS News and its local stations [1]. The service is accessible through the CBS News mobile app and on platforms such as Xbox One [2]. This accessibility allows the network to reach a broader demographic of viewers across various hardware ecosystems.
In addition to its distribution reach, the network has addressed labor stability for the service. A 60-member union representing the CBS News 24/7 staff has reached a tentative contract deal [3]. The agreement between the union and the network is set for three years [3].
The streaming service delivers a mix of original reporting and live event coverage. Anchors and correspondents provide the primary structure for the broadcast, ensuring a consistent human presence in the news cycle. This model combines the immediacy of digital media with the traditional authority of anchored news desks [1].
Because the service is free, it lowers the barrier for global audiences to access U.S.-based reporting. The integration of on-demand video further allows users to consume news on their own schedules, rather than relying solely on a linear broadcast clock [2].
“CBS News 24/7 is a free, anchored streaming news service.”
The launch of CBS News 24/7 and the accompanying three-year labor agreement indicate a strategic move to stabilize a digital-first workforce while competing in the growing free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) market. By deploying on gaming consoles and mobile apps, CBS is diversifying its delivery pipeline to reach younger audiences who have largely abandoned linear television.
