CBS News and CBS News & Stations operate CBS News 24/7, a free anchored streaming service providing continuous news coverage [1, 2].
The service represents a shift toward accessible, digital-first journalism. By removing paywalls and leveraging multiple platforms, the network aims to reach a global audience that consumes news outside of traditional cable television.
CBS News 24/7 delivers breaking news, live events, and original storytelling 24 hours a day, seven days a week [2]. The service was rebranded to its current name in March 2023 to better reflect its commitment to constant coverage [2].
Access to the stream is free for anyone with an internet connection [1]. Viewers can access the content through the CBS News website, and various mobile applications [1, 2]. Additionally, the service is available on platforms such as Xbox One, which integrates the streaming news service with on-demand video from other award-winning news programs [1].
"CBS News is expanding its live‑streaming offerings with a new brand, CBS News 24/7, to deliver continuous news coverage to viewers wherever they are," a CBS News spokesperson said [2].
The network designed the platform to expand its live-streaming capabilities and ensure that news remains available to viewers worldwide without a subscription fee [2]. This strategy allows the organization to maintain a presence in the rapidly growing FAST (Free Ad-supported Streaming Television) market, a sector that competes directly with traditional broadcast networks.
“CBS News 24/7 delivers breaking news, live events, and original storytelling 24 hours a day, seven days a week.”
The transition to a 24/7 free streaming model indicates a broader industry trend where legacy media outlets prioritize reach and digital accessibility over subscription revenue. By integrating with gaming consoles and mobile apps, CBS is targeting younger demographics who have largely abandoned linear television in favor of on-demand and live-streamed content.
