Channels & viewing

[Zelda39]

I've tried the directions carefully, bit my Roku TV gets service from my internet connection, I don't have either cable nor an antenna  - what can I do to get my local stations back?

Help please.

[renojim]

@Zelda39, the easiest (and cheapest) thing to do would be to get an antenna and connect it to your TV and see what it can pick up.  Otherwise, you need one of the streaming providers that includes your local channels.  You might want to start here:

6 cable alternatives and live TV streaming services (2022)

[Shawn9]

I bought a Roku because I don’t want to pay for cable or streaming services. Come on Roku, fix whatever the glitch is after the update. It’s clearly something that y’all have done on your end. Is anyone even checking into this? I’ve tried everything that the Community has suggested now I don’t have a lineup it all.

[jdhortwort]

I can't receive WXII channels in my area (Greensboro, NC). This happens periodically for no apparent reason. The channels go away, sometimes for months. Then they mysteriously come back. I tried turning off streaming channels. That didn't work. Any suggestions?

[AlexNOLA]

Has there ever been a fix for this?  Is it still either/or antenna versus streaming live tv?

[Tcoruse]

Mine did that if you shut off the internet Locals will show up 

[RokuCarly]

Welcome to the Roku Community, @AlexNOLA.

Thanks for reaching out. We'd be happy to help provide further information regarding your concern.

Depending on where you live, you may be able to receive free “over-the-air” TV broadcasts from nearby TV stations using an HDTV antenna. You can refer to Antenna Web for more information on accessing “over-the-air” TV in your area and finding using an HDTV antenna.

Otherwise, if you're streaming via the Live TV Channel app directly on your Roku streaming device, it also depends on your current location and whether it's available.

Here are some web links that may help you regarding this case:

• How to set up and watch live TV on your Roku TV system
• How to watch local channels and news on Roku devices (2023)

We hope this helps!

Warm regards,
Carly