Streaming Local Channels Without Cable? Here's How from Michael Saves

It's the ultimate cord-cutting challenge: figuring out how to watch local channels without cable. We all want our live news, prime-time shows, and especially our sports, but the solutions aren't always clear -- or affordable.

That's why I want to feature this video from Michael Saves, "How to Stream Local Channels Without Cable in 2025 (Best Options)." Michael's video provides a great breakdown of the current landscape, exploring the different ways you can get your local ABC, CBS, Fox, and NBC stations.

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The Highlights

Michael gets straight to the point about why streaming locals can be a frustrating experience and a surprisingly expensive one. He explains how the high cost of sports rights and the relationships between broadcast and cable networks can drive up prices and limit our options.

The video goes on to cover the main choices available to cord-cutters:

• Standalone Apps for individual networks.

• Skinny Bundles, which offer a smaller package of channels.

• Full Live TV Bundles, which are basically just cable replacements.

The Best Way to Watch

As a long-time cord-cutter, my takeaway from the video is a simple one, and it's a message I've been sharing for years: the best, most practical solution for getting local channels is an over-the-air (OTA) antenna. While it may seem old-fashioned, it's the most reliable and cost-effective method. As the video explains, you can supplement with a standalone app if you happen to be missing a channel. This is exactly how my streaming life is, using my antenna and AirTV Anywhere to get the channels I need.

My Streaming Life is about finding value and practicality in a crowded streaming landscape, and this video perfectly aligns with that philosophy. Let me know in the comments what you think! Have you tried any of the services or methods mentioned?