KARE 11 Will Move Breaking the News to Streaming
The Minneapolis station will shift its program to a digital-only format starting October 5, 2026.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Television
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Beginning October 5, 2026, KARE-TV will transition its Breaking the News program to an exclusive digital-only format on its streaming and mobile apps. The shift supports the station's ongoing move to prioritize digital content for its audience.
Why it matters
The change follows a significant rise in digital viewership, with the station aiming to leverage the reach of its original programming on streaming platforms. This pivot aligns with broader trends of broadcasters moving content toward on-demand accessibility.
KARE recorded a 104% growth in streaming minutes throughout 2025. The station is currently on track to surpass those figures before the end of the year.
The players
KARE-TV
This is a Minneapolis-based television station that serves as an affiliate for the NBC network.
The details
Breaking the News will continue producing live weekday shows at 5:30 p.m. for the KARE 11+ platform and mobile applications. Concurrently, the station will expand its traditional KARE 11 News at 6 broadcast to a full hour starting September 28, 2026.
Timeline
In 2025, the station saw streaming minutes increase by 104 percent.
KARE 11 News at 6 expands to a one-hour broadcast on September 28, 2026.
Breaking the News shifts to digital-only streaming on October 5, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
This strategic pivot mirrors the broader industry transition where local news outlets shift resources toward connected TV and mobile streaming platforms. By reallocating airtime to an expanded 6 p.m. broadcast while keeping specific programs digital-only, the station adapts to changing viewer habits.
Viewers can catch live episodes of the program at 5:30 p.m. through the KARE 11+ app or mobile devices starting in October. Those preferring the traditional 6:00 p.m. news hour will see that broadcast extend to a full hour starting late September.
The takeaway
As stations move programs to digital-exclusive formats, viewers should update their streaming apps to ensure uninterrupted access to local news. This transition highlights the increasing importance of digital infrastructure in how local communities receive live, daily reporting.
Further reading
For more information on the evolving local media landscape, explore the Television section.
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