Local Now

Local Now

Localβ€―Now is a free, ad-supported OTT (over-the-top) streaming platform owned by Allen Media Group’s Weather Group (The Weather Channel). It combines live local news and weather with national news, entertainment channels, and on-demand contentβ€”all without requiring a subscription or login.

πŸ’° Price

  • πŸ’Έ Free to watch

  • πŸ“Ί Ad-supported

  • πŸ™…β€β™‚οΈ No login or subscription required


πŸ“‘ How to Watch

  • 🌐 Website: localnow.com

  • πŸ“± Mobile Apps: Available on iOS and Android

  • πŸ“Ί Smart TVs & Devices: Compatible with Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Android TV, Samsung, Vizio, LG, and Hisense

  • πŸ“‘ Streaming Services: Accessible via YouTube TV, Sling TV, FuboTV, Xumo, and Dish Network(allenmedia.tv)


⭐ Key Features

  • πŸ“° Localized News & Weather β€” Customized feeds based on ZIP code, providing local news, weather, sports, and traffic updates

  • πŸ“Ί Live TV Channels β€” Over 500 live channels, including national news, entertainment, and niche content

  • 🎬 On-Demand Library β€” Access to more than 20,000 movies and TV shows across various genres

  • πŸŽ₯ Original Programming β€” Exclusive series like β€œMom Life with Adrianna Costa” and β€œThe Great Outdoors”

  • 🌐 Wide Accessibility β€” Available on multiple platforms and devices for convenient streaming(the-sun.com, thestreamable.com)


πŸ”₯ Notable Content

  • πŸ“° News Channels β€” CBS News, NBC News NOW, Bloomberg TV+, Cheddar News

  • πŸŽ₯ Movie Channels β€” Adrenaline Rush, Fear This!, Romantique, Family Flicks

  • 🎭 Entertainment β€” Dateline 24/7, 21 Jump Street, Antiques Roadshow, Fear Factor

  • 🎢 Music β€” Local Now Music, featuring a variety of genres

  • 🌐 Lifestyle & Travel β€” Local Now Discover, showcasing food and travel content
    (as of June 7, 2025)


🧭 User Experience & App Quality

  • πŸ“± Multi-Platform Access β€” Seamless streaming on web, mobile apps, and smart TVs

  • πŸ”„ Regular Updates β€” Content and features are periodically refreshed

  • 🌐 Global Reach β€” Expanding availability to international markets(en.wikipedia.org, allenmedia.tv)


❌ Limitations

  • πŸ“₯ No Offline Viewing β€” Streaming only; no download option

  • πŸ” Limited Search Functionality β€” Navigation relies on browsing categories

  • πŸ“Ί Content Availability β€” Some programming may vary by region(the-sun.com)


πŸ‘€ Ideal For

  • βœ… Best For: Viewers seeking a wide range of free, localized entertainment options

  • 🎬 Great For: Fans of live TV, classic movies, and lifestyle programming

  • πŸ™…β€β™€οΈ Not Great For: Viewers looking for the latest blockbuster movies or premium content


πŸ‘ Pros & πŸ‘Ž Cons

πŸ‘ Pros πŸ‘Ž Cons
πŸ’Έ Free and easy access πŸ“₯ No offline viewing option
πŸ“Ί Extensive content library πŸ” Limited search and navigation features
🌍 Available on multiple platforms πŸ“Ί Content availability may vary by region
πŸ“° Localized news and weather updates πŸ“… Relies on scheduled programming

πŸ“ Final Thoughts

Local Now offers a comprehensive selection of free, ad-supported content, making it a valuable resource for cord-cutters and viewers seeking alternative entertainment options. Its emphasis on localized news and weather, combined with a vast on-demand library, provides ample viewing choices without the need for a subscription.(clark.com)

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