CBS News 24/7 is a free, anchored streaming news channel providing breaking news and original reporting to a global audience [1, 2].
The service expands the reach of CBS News by removing traditional barriers to access. By offering a 24-hour continuous feed, the network ensures that live events and top stories are available worldwide without a subscription fee [1, 2].
Operated by CBS News and its stations, the channel delivers content from a network of anchors and correspondents [1, 2]. The streaming service is accessible via the internet and is compatible with various platforms, including mobile devices and Xbox One [1, 2]. This infrastructure allows the organization to distribute live reporting and original programs seven days a week [1, 2].
While the service focuses on public delivery, internal organizational structures continue to evolve. A union representing CBS News 24/7 consists of 60 members [3]. These members recently dealt with a tentative contract that covers a period of three years [3].
The primary objective of the 24/7 stream is to provide the public with consistent access to breaking news and live events [1, 2]. By leveraging digital platforms, the network can pivot quickly to emerging stories while maintaining a steady flow of scheduled programming, and original reporting [1, 2].
“A free, anchored 24-hour streaming news channel”
The shift toward free, 24/7 streaming news reflects a broader industry transition from linear cable television to digital-first distribution. By offering a free service, CBS News is competing for eyeballs in a fragmented media landscape where immediacy and accessibility are the primary drivers of audience growth.
