National news refers to the reporting of news stories that are focused on national issues or concerns. These issues may include political events, social trends, or economic conditions. National news is often reported by the mainstream media. The news may be interpreted in various ways by viewers, depending on their own views and biases.
The most popular national news channels are Fox News, CNN, and MSNBC. These networks are often referred to as the Big Three due to their high ratings and viewership.
In addition to the Big Three, several other national news television channels exist. CBS News, for example, offers a variety of news programs that focus on both current and historical events. It is also the most popular source of live news in the United States, and its website is a significant resource for people looking for information about ongoing events.
ESPN, another major cable television network, maintains a separate news channel called ESPNews, which is primarily devoted to sports-related news coverage and highlights. It also airs a customized version of SportsCenter, SportsCenter U, which focuses on college sports.
Regional 24-hour cable news channels that are mainly concerned with local programming and some statewide interest include Spectrum News (a brand used by multiple local cable television networks in upstate New York), NY1 (which operates from New York City), and News 12 Networks (which covers a six-state region). Another regional channel is i24NEWS, which is owned by Altice USA and simulcasts its own English language international channel i24NEWS.