CBS News provides a free, live, 24-hour streaming news service through its rebranded platform, CBS News 24/7.
This expansion reflects a broader shift in media consumption as traditional networks pivot toward digital-first, continuous-coverage models to capture global audiences. By offering a dedicated stream, the network aims to maintain a constant presence in the breaking-news cycle.
The service is accessible via the internet through the CBS News website, the official mobile app, and various other streaming platforms. The rebrand was designed to broaden the network's live-streaming offerings and deliver original reporting, and continuous coverage to viewers worldwide.
Labor relations have also been a focal point for the streaming operation. A union representing the staff of CBS News 24/7, which consists of 60 members [1], has been engaged in contract negotiations with the network.
According to reports, the union reached a tentative three-year contract deal with CBS [2]. This agreement provides a framework for the workforce supporting the 24-hour digital operation as the company scales its streaming presence.
The move to a 24/7 digital model allows the network to bypass the constraints of traditional broadcast schedules. This ensures that breaking news is delivered in real time across multiple devices, a necessity in a competitive digital landscape where speed and accessibility are paramount.
“CBS News 24/7 provides a free, live, 24-hour streaming news service.”
The transition to a rebranded, 24-hour streaming model signals a strategic move by CBS to compete with both cable news giants and digital-native news outlets. By securing a multi-year labor agreement for its streaming staff, the network is stabilizing its operational foundation to ensure the sustainability of a high-frequency, live-reporting environment.
