No ABC, CBS, or NBC

Hi @IvanJT,

Depending on your zip code some of those channels are available on DIRECTV NOW. Visit this link to get more information on available channels.

-DIRECTVNOWCare

List of markets and  channels available.

http://imgur.com/a/5rVkg

If you are going to cut the cord, then part of that strategy must include putting up an antenna and getting the app Channels (if you use Apple TV as your hub)  You have to invest in hardware (HD Homerun) and software (channels), but is flawless and has pause and fast forward available.  Between Directv Now, Channels and Netflix, I have everything I would need right from Apple TV.  Waiting for these streaming services to figure out the licensing issues associated with "free" tv could take years.  

It's not a question of difficulty.  The networks have to agree to have their channels streamed. 

i live in Los Angeles 90066, and I can't get any local channels at all.  Not on my PC, mac, iphone/ipad, appletv, amazon fire stick.

Same thing in Oklahoma over 2 months later...

@frustrat3d @markcling

We are working on increasing the local channel availability for our viewers. At the moment, being able to view Local/RSN Channels are based on your streaming location, your billing location, and the selected market the channel is offered in. You can check out our DIRECTV NOW Channel Lookup to see what Local/RSN Channels are available in your Zip Code. In some cases, it also depends on the device you are using: You can only stream NBC via web browser or the DIRECTV NOW app. You cannot stream NBC from Apple TV, Amazon Fire, or other media streaming players.

Check out more info in the Forums about Local Channel Streaming with DIRECTV NOW or our Help Center (Local Channel).

-DIRECTVNOWCare

I would have to put up a 300-foot antenna to get channels where I live. Not everybody lives in Big City USA. My answer to not being able to watch the ball drop was don't I get local channels? I don't get local channels on DirecTV now. I was supposed to get ABC as part of my package. I might as well just not pay for anything and runs one of the free programs that are supposed to be illegal like some people, I would have better luck.

Same here. Blatant lie to get our business - bait and switch. I had the locals for about 6 weeks, now gone. 

At home, on amazon fire stick:  I’m not the only one with ABC and NBC and CBS channels disappearing on them. 2 days ago I could watch ABC live /local network. How do I get them back?

{keep it courteous} seriously, there are hundreds of posts related to this topic, especially recently. but since i'm such a nice guy, i'll type out the gist of what is going on for like the eighth time in the past 24 hours.

there is an issue coming up very frequently right now where you (your IP address) are being kicked out of your local area. i bet if you tried watching on your smartphone app you would get your local channels because smartphones use geolocations to get your location. there really is no fix right now. you could call your internet service provider and ask them about your IP address and tell them what's going on, but they will most likely tell you that it is not their fault. and DTVN will tell you that it is not DTVN's fault. and you'll get the run around. the other option is to chat with an agent here, but they will just tell you what i just told you or something basic like 'we are escalating your issue'.

@rkrichter  You had me laughing.  I relate to your frustration.  I actually work in IT.  And, thanks for being such a nice guy!

1.  I did do a search.  I did it from my phone, at a red light.  I guess I used the wrong search terms and/or went down the wrong threads.

2.  I've called Direct TV and AT&T who told me I need the only way I can get help is thru the Directv web site.

3.  I've tried the "live chat"; ie FAQs.

4.  I've looked at the settings on TV and on my mobile device..

5..  I have 4 kids, work full time, and am a single Mom.

6.  When I posted, I had had enough: 

All I want to do is turn on my TV when I get up in the morning and listen to the local news as I'm getting ready for work, and it not cost me a zillion $ in time and $..  Is that a hard ask?  I don't want to spend any more time trying to figure out why it's not working.  I just want ABC to stream live on my TV, and I don't want to research any more.as to why it is not.

Rather than me getting blamed for repeating a question in a forum, why doesn't Directv put an ALERT on their page saying "we are experiencing blah, blah, blah."  If it's a known issue, why doesn't Directv have the question and answer in the FAQs?  If it is a known issue, what is the known fix?  If it's a Common issue, why doesn't Directv make it easy to find a solution or fix the problem?

Ok, I feel better now, and thanks for a least giving me a light at the end of the tunnel...although it might be a train.

Now, my Golden Retriever is FED UP with me being on the computer "searching for a solution"....he really wants me to sit down in front of my TV and throw the ball!

I can watch my local channels on directv now, but CBS won't show up on my iPad, only for live news.  My Apple TV, iPhone, web works fine CBS.

No idea what to do to watch CBS on my iPad.  All devices running on the same place (IP, home)