Launched in 1996, ESPNews began as a 24-hour sports news channel focused on highlights, live press conferences, and breaking stories. Today, it serves as one of ESPN’s secondary national networks alongside ESPN2 and ESPNU. Viewers might tune in for breaking NFL updates one hour and a live college basketball game the next.
Finding the channel on traditional TV services isn’t always straightforward. ESPNews is rarely included in entry-level cable packages, as it’s often bundled in sports add-ons or higher-tier plans. Fortunately, streaming the network is much simpler. ESPNews is now fully integrated into ESPN Unlimited, the network’s flagship direct-to-consumer streaming product.
To save you from endless searching, I’ve put everything you need in one place. Below, I outline ESPNews channel numbers for 50+ U.S. cities and explain how to watch it on cable, satellite, and streaming services.
What channel is ESPNews on near me?
ESPNews doesn’t have one universal channel number across the country. Its placement depends entirely on the TV provider and the specific region. Cable services like Spectrum, Verizon Fios, and Xfinity assign different numbers by city, whereas satellite providers like DIRECTV and DISH typically use a single national channel designation.
Because tracking down the exact broadcast location is often frustrating, I compiled the ESPNews channel numbers for over 50 major U.S. cities in the table below. If you don’t see your city listed, enter your zip code into our service finder tool after the table to browse providers available in your area.
ESPNews channel numbers in major U.S. cities
| City | Cox channel | DIRECTV channel | DISH channel | Optimum channel | Spectrum channel | Verizon Fios channel | Xfinity channel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque, NM | — | 207 | 142 | — | — | — | 102 |
| Anchorage, AK | — | 207 | 142 | 502 | — | — | — |
| Atlanta, GA | — | 207 | 142 | — | 300 | — | 121 |
| Austin, TX | — | 207 | 142 | 406 | 302 | — | — |
| Bakersfield, CA | — | 207 | 142 | — | 105 | — | — |
| Baltimore, MD | — | 207 | 142 | — | — | 72 | 719 |
| Boston, MA | — | 207 | 142 | — | — | 72 | 248 |
| Bronx, NY | — | 207 | 142 | 216 | 302 | 72 | — |
| Brooklyn, NY | — | 207 | 142 | 216 | 302 | 72 | — |
| Buffalo, NY | — | 207 | 142 | — | 302 | 72 | — |
| Charlotte, NC | — | 207 | 142 | — | 302 | — | — |
| Chicago, IL | — | 207 | 142 | — | — | — | 231 |
| Cincinnati, OH | — | 207 | 142 | — | 305 | — | — |
| Cleveland, OH | 210 | 207 | 142 | — | 305 | — | — |
| Colorado Springs, CO | — | 207 | 142 | — | — | — | 174 |
| Columbus, OH | — | 207 | 142 | — | 305 | — | — |
| Dallas, TX | — | 207 | 142 | 406 | 284 | — | — |
| Denver, CO | — | 207 | 142 | — | — | — | 402 |
| Detroit, MI | — | 207 | 142 | — | — | — | 102 |
| El Paso, TX | — | 207 | 142 | — | 302 | — | — |
| Fort Lauderdale, FL | — | 207 | 142 | — | — | — | 449 |
| Fort Worth, TX | — | 207 | 142 | — | 284 | — | — |
| Fresno, CA | — | 207 | 142 | — | — | — | 402 |
| Honolulu, HI | — | 207 | 142 | — | 225 | — | — |
| Houston, TX | — | 207 | 142 | 406 | — | — | 116 |
| Indianapolis, IN | — | 207 | 142 | — | 403 | — | 102 |
| Jacksonville, FL | — | 207 | 142 | — | — | — | 449 |
| Kansas City, MO | — | 207 | 142 | 406 | 302 | — | — |
| Las Vegas, NV | 321 | 207 | 142 | — | — | — | — |
| Los Angeles, CA | — | 207 | 142 | — | 302 | — | — |
| Louisville, KY | — | 207 | 142 | — | 513 | — | — |
| Memphis, TN | — | 207 | 142 | — | — | — | 220 |
| Miami, FL | — | 207 | 142 | — | — | — | 449 |
| Milwaukee, WI | — | 207 | 142 | — | 305 | — | — |
| Minneapolis, MN | — | 207 | 142 | — | — | — | 102 |
| Nashville, TN | — | 207 | 142 | — | — | — | 102 |
| New Orleans, LA | 320 | 207 | 142 | — | — | — | — |
| New York, NY | — | 207 | 142 | 216 | 302 | 72 | — |
| Oklahoma City, OK | 254 | 207 | 142 | — | — | — | — |
| Orlando, FL | — | 207 | 142 | — | 33 | — | 102 |
| Philadelphia, PA | — | 207 | 142 | — | — | 72 | 102 |
| Phoenix, AZ | 331 | 207 | 142 | — | — | — | — |
| Pittsburgh, PA | — | 207 | 142 | — | — | 72 | 102 |
| Portland, OR | — | 207 | 142 | — | — | — | 402 |
| Sacramento, CA | — | 207 | 142 | — | — | — | 402 |
| Salt Lake City, UT | — | 207 | 142 | — | — | — | 402 |
| San Antonio, TX | — | 207 | 142 | — | 302 | — | — |
| San Diego, CA | 323 | 207 | 142 | — | 302 | — | — |
| San Francisco, CA | — | 207 | 142 | — | — | — | 402 |
| San Jose, CA | — | 207 | 142 | — | — | — | 402 |
| Seattle, WA | — | 207 | 142 | — | — | — | 402 |
| St. Louis, MO | — | 207 | 142 | — | 214 | — | — |
| St. Paul, MN | — | 207 | 142 | — | — | — | 102 |
| Tampa, FL | — | 207 | 142 | — | 150 | — | 102 |
| Tucson, AZ | 331 | 207 | 142 | — | — | — | 102 |
| Washington, DC | — | 207 | 142 | — | — | 72 | 719 |
Data effective as of post date.
Get ESPNews with cable or satellite TV
ESPNews is widely available through traditional cable and satellite TV services. As part of the core ESPN family, the network remains a staple on most pay-TV lineups. That said, securing the channel often requires upgrading to a higher-tier package, as providers frequently place ESPNews in more expensive plans compared to its sister networks.
Here’s a list of popular providers that offer ESPNews. Be sure to hit the “View Plans” button to explore exact package details and monthly costs associated with securing the channel.
| Provider | Type | Price | ESPNews | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cox | Cable | $20.00–$184.00/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for Cox Read Cox review |
| DIRECTV | Satellite | $89.99–$169.99/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for DIRECTV Read DIRECTV review |
| DISH | Satellite | $89.99–$119.99/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for DISH Read DISH review |
| Optimum | Cable | $15.00–$140.00/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for Optimum Read Optimum review |
| Spectrum | Cable | $40.00–$110.00/mo. | ✔ |
Check Availability Read Spectrum review |
| Verizon Fios | Cable | $105.00–$149.00/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for Verizon Read Verizon Fios review |
| Xfinity | Cable | $55.00–$125.00/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for Xfinity Read Xfinity review |
Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
Get ESPNews with a streaming service
Streaming ESPNews is simpler than ever thanks to the ESPN Unlimited streaming service. A standalone subscription unlocks complete access to every linear ESPN channel, plus all the digital exclusives from the ESPN+ catalogue.
If you want ESPNews packaged with a more robust lineup of entertainment and news networks, you can turn to traditional live TV streaming services. Platforms like DIRECTV, Hulu + Live TV, and Fubo include the channel within specific base packages.
Sling TV provides an economical cable alternative. By adding the Sports Extra add-on to the Sling Orange plan, you get ESPNews paired with several other must-have sports channels.
| Provider | Type | Price | ESPNews | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DIRECTV | Streaming | $89.99–$169.99/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for DIRECTV STREAM Read DIRECTV review |
| ESPN Unlimited | Streaming | $29.99/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for ESPN+ Read ESPN Unlimited review |
| Fubo | Streaming | $14.99–$94.99/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for FuboTV Read Fubo review |
| Hulu + Live TV | Streaming | $88.99–$99.99/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for Hulu Read Hulu + Live TV review |
| Sling TV | Streaming | $19.99–$60.99/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for Sling TV Read Sling TV review |
| YouTube TV | Streaming | $82.99/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for YouTube TV Read YouTube TV review |
Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
What’s on ESPNews?
ESPNews serves as a reliable hub for rolling sports updates, studio show simulcasts, and overflow from live events across the broader ESPN family. Rather than broadcasting exclusive mainline events, the network functions primarily as a backup channel during crowded sports weekends or as a replay destination for popular daytime analysis programs.
Fans tuning in can expect to see the following programming.
- Studio shows & analysis: The network features live simulcasts and frequent daily re-airs of flagship talk programs, including “SportsCenter,” “Get Up,” “First Take,” “NFL Live,” “NBA Today,” “Pardon the Interruption,” and “The Pat McAfee Show.”
- Live game overflow: During busy sports seasons, ESPNews picks up live broadcasts bumped from ESPN or ESPN2. This overflow coverage frequently includes college basketball tournaments, college football matchups, NCAA baseball, and international soccer matches.
- Documentaries & specialty sports: The channel also dedicates airtime to archival content and niche sports, broadcasting documentary series like “30 for 30” alongside extreme sports highlights from the X Games and unique competitions like the USPA Gold Cup.
ESPNews channel FAQ
What's the cheapest way to get ESPNews?
The cheapest way to get ESPNews is by subscribing directly to the ESPN Unlimited streaming app. After that, Sling TV is the next most affordable way to get ESPNews by combining the Sling Orange plan with the Sports Extra add-on.
Is ESPNews on Amazon Prime Video?
No, ESPNews isn't available through Amazon Prime Video. Live ESPN networks aren't offered as channel add-ons or through any tier of Prime Video.
Can I get ESPNews as a standalone subscription?
While you cannot sign up for ESPNews entirely by itself, you can purchase an ESPN Unlimited subscription to stream every live ESPN channel. It's an ideal service for cord-cutters looking to stream ESPN coverage without a bulky TV plan.
