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Tuesday, May 27th, 2025 1:19 PM

local NBC, ABC, CBS News channels

Is Xfinity blocking access to NBC, ABC or CBS local news channels in Michigan?

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1 month ago

 

user_13h50i Xfinity is not intentionally blocking access to NBC, ABC, or CBS local news channels in Michigan. However, there have been reports of issues with local channels on Xfinity Stream. These problems might be due to subscription plans or location settings. Additionally, there is an ongoing carriage dispute between Nexstar Media Group and Comcast, which could affect access to local TV stations.

 

If you're experiencing issues, you might want to:

Verify your subscription to ensure your plan includes local channels.
Check for service outages using the Xfinity Status Center or My Account app.
Enable location services on your device.
If you need further assistance please let us know. 

 

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1 month ago

To be specific, I am currently in buffalo Grove IL, (Zip Code 60089) and signed into my Xfinity Stream account for service in Florida. I am able to watch local NBC and ABC stations, but not CBS. How do I get this resolved?

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@user_13h50i
Thanks for the additional details. Some content and networks are only available while connected to your home Xfinity Wi-Fi network. Are you seeing any error messages when you try to access CBS?

I find using the filter typically located at the top of the app and select available out of home then click done as it will only display available content for out of home streaming. Is CBS still listed?

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