DirecTV quietly built the cheapest streamer for local channels

Here is a 191-word summary of the news article: DirecTV has quietly launched a new streaming bundle called "MyNews" that offers a cost-effective way for cord-cutters to access local broadcast channels. The $40-per-month bundle includes ABC, CBS, Fox, and NBC in several major U.S. markets, with plans to expand availability ahead of the upcoming football season. This makes DirecTV MyNews the cheapest option for streaming local channels, undercutting competing services like Sling TV. While the initial MyNews offering was limited, DirecTV has since added more local affiliates, including CBS and ABC stations in select areas. The article highlights which major cities currently have at least three of the four major broadcast networks available through MyNews. However, nationwide coverage is not yet complete, and DirecTV is still working to bring more local stations online. For those who can receive local channels for free with an antenna, MyNews may not offer significant value. But for cord-cutters who want reliable access to local programming, including live sports, DirecTV's new bundle provides a budget-friendly alternative to traditional pay-TV packages.