Spectrum News Launches Networks in Sacramento, San Francisco and New Statewide Network, Reaching Viewers Across California

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — Spectrum News today announced the launch of networks in Sacramento and San Francisco, in addition to a new statewide network, delivering more local news to viewers across California. With the expansion, Spectrum News is now available on all Spectrum TV and Xfinity TV lineups across the state.

To help capture the stories impacting Californians, veteran Emmy Award-winning journalist and producer Lisa Ling joins Spectrum News, bringing her experience in deeply reported, human-centered storytelling across national platforms. Ling most recently served as a contributor for CBS News, where she covered a range of issues. Prior to CBS, she hosted and produced This is Life with Lisa Ling on CNN and was a correspondent for The Oprah Winfrey Show.

“California is made up of distinct communities, but the issues shaping daily life are deeply interconnected,” said Mike Bair, Executive Vice President of Spectrum Networks. “This expansion allows us to go deeper, telling more layered, purpose-driven stories, connecting what’s happening across state, and bringing audiences closer to the issues that matter most.”

The additional networks in San Francisco and Sacramento have dedicated reporters covering each market to deliver deep, original reporting on the topics that matter. The networks also will feature local weather updates and Spectrum News’ signature “SN90” headlines tailored to each region. The expanded coverage also includes a statewide Spectrum News network, delivering California-focused coverage to viewers in Bakersfield, Fresno, Palm Springs, San Diego, San Luis Obispo, Redding and more – extending Spectrum News’ reach across Northern, Central and Southern California.

The Los Angeles-based, Emmy Award-winning Spectrum News 1 will continue its local coverage, ensuring viewers in the Los Angeles area receive the reporting they rely upon.

Spectrum News is available to Spectrum TV customers in California on channel 1, and via the Spectrum TV app on mobile, Xumo Stream Box, and Apple and Roku devices. For Xfinity customers, Spectrum News is available on Channel 1132.

Statewide Coverage and Local Reporting

In addition to its Southern California newsroom, Spectrum News has added multimedia journalists in key markets to strengthen local reporting across California, including Raquel Maria Dillon and Jack Molmud in San Francisco, Muna Sadek in Sacramento, Brent Cannon in Fresno, and additional journalists to be based in Palm Springs, San Diego, San Francisco and San Luis Obispo. Each brings strong local journalism experience and a deep understanding of the communities they cover.

Original Programming

Spectrum News offers a mix of original programming focused on in-depth reporting, community storytelling and political analysis, connecting local perspectives with broader issues shaping California.

Programming across all California networks includes:

• California Stories – A reimagined version of the Emmy Award–winning weekly series LA Stories with Giselle Fernandez, expanding its lens statewide to highlight individuals making an impact in their communities. The program airs every Monday at 6 p.m.
• Inside the Issues – A half hour political show hosted by anchor Amrit Singh, airing weeknights at 7 p.m., with a weekend “best of” edition featuring standout stories from the week. The show offers timely conversations and deeper context around the top political stories shaping California.
• The Big Deal – A weekly program hosted by award-winning veteran journalist Errol Louis, airing Fridays at 6 p.m., takes a deeper look at one of the week’s most consequential stories.
• In Focus: California – A monthly public affairs program hosted by anchor Tanya McRae, featuring key policymakers and influencers discussing a wide range of issues affecting California. The show airs on the first Sunday of each month at 9 a.m.

Spectrum News has continued to expand its reach in recent years, launching several local linear TV news networks, a streaming news network, Spectrum News+; a Spanish-language news network, Spectrum Noticias; introducing a mobile news app currently with over 6.5 million downloads; and creating its local connected TV news app on Xumo Stream Box, Roku and Apple TV, underscoring its commitment to making Spectrum News available and accessible across multiple platforms.

About Spectrum Networks

Spectrum Networks is a series of 24/7 news and sports networks owned and operated by Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ:CHTR), a leading broadband connectivity company with services available to nearly 59 million homes and small to large businesses in 41 states, supported by our 100% U.S.-based employees. Spectrum Networks carry distinct, comprehensive, and exclusive local programming on over 35 networks across Charter’s footprint. More information on Spectrum Networks is available at spectrumlocalnews.com.

Media Contact

Stella Moon, Stella.Moon@Spectrum.com