What Channel Is HLN On?

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HLN has changed shape since its headline-news days, but the channel remains a familiar destination for true-crime fans. “Forensic Files” dominates its schedule, alongside selected CNN-produced news programming and coverage of major events.

You can get HLN through participating cable, satellite, and live TV streaming services. If your package includes the channel, you can also stream its live feed through the CNN app after signing in. Just keep in mind that a standalone CNN All Access subscription won’t unlock HLN without a separate TV package.

In this guide, we’ll help you find HLN channel numbers near you, compare viewing options, and see what’s on the network. That way, you can spend less time searching for the right channel and more time watching.

What channel is HLN on near me?

HLN’s cable channel number varies by provider and market, while DIRECTV and DISH use consistent nationwide numbers. The network also has its own channel position, separate from CNN.

Check the table below for HLN channel numbers by city and provider. If your area or provider isn’t listed, enter your zip code afterward to compare local TV options.

HLN channel numbers in major U.S. cities

Data effective as of post date. Channel numbers and availability may vary by location and package.

How to get HLN

HLN is available through DIRECTV and DISH, as well as participating cable providers like Spectrum and Xfinity. For streaming, Sling Blue, Hulu + Live TV, and YouTube TV also carry the live channel.

The CNN app also lets you stream HLN if your TV package includes the network. That said, a standalone CNN All Access subscription won’t unlock the channel without a qualifying TV provider.

Live TV packages with local networks, news, entertainment, and premium add-ons.

HLN included

• Satellite and streaming TV options
• National and regional sports channels
• Unlimited cloud DVR on streaming plans

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Live TV and on-demand favorites bundled together in one plan.

HLN included

• 95+ live TV channels
• Disney+ and ESPN Select access
• Unlimited cloud DVR

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Flexible live TV packages with customizable sports, news, and entertainment options.

HLN included

• Orange, Blue, and smaller plan options
• Sports Extra and premium add-ons
• 50 hours of cloud DVR included

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Live TV from 100+ channels with strong sports coverage and unlimited DVR.

HLN included

• 100+ live channels on main plan
• Unlimited cloud DVR
• Multiple household accounts

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Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.

What’s on HLN?

“Forensic Files” is the backbone of HLN’s true-crime programming, revisiting real investigations and the evidence that helped solve them. Other shows associated with the network include “Forensic Files II” and the “Vengeance” series.

HLN also carries CNN-produced news programming and occasional coverage of major events. But with much of its schedule devoted to true-crime marathons, it offers a different viewing experience from CNN’s main news channel.

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