Stay Connected with FOX 8 Like Never Before — Streaming Live on Your Smart TV for Free! If you’re a fan of FOX 8, here’s some exciting news: you can now watch your favorite FOX 8 programs live and on demand straight from your smart TV with zero cost. But here’s where it gets controversial — is streaming on smart TVs really the future of local news consumption? We’ll dive into that and show you exactly how to get started.
FOX 8 is expanding its reach with the brand new, free FOX 8 CLE+ app, designed specifically for smart TV users. Whether you own an Amazon Fire, Roku, or Apple TV device, the CLE+ app brings you live FOX 8 News, the upbeat daily show New Day Cleveland with David and Natalie, and a rich library of on-demand videos that are continually updated.
Wondering how to set it all up? Here’s a simple guide:
On Amazon Fire: Press ‘home’ on your remote, then select the magnifying glass icon at the top left of the menu. Search for ‘FOX 8 CLE+,’ browse until you find it, and hit download.
On Roku: Press ‘home,’ scroll down to the ‘streaming store,’ search for ‘FOX 8 CLE+,’ and download the app.
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But this isn't the only way to stream FOX 8. If you prefer, you can catch all FOX 8 newscasts live and revisit recent broadcasts anytime through the live stream on their website or the FOX 8 mobile app.
What about original content? FOX 8 CLE+ boasts a variety of exclusive programs you won’t want to miss, all available on demand after their first broadcast:
Friday Night Touchdown: Now in its 29th season, this award-winning show delivers comprehensive highlights from local high school football games every Friday night live, only on FOX 8 CLE+.
Fox 8 Extra with Stefani Schaefer: Join Morning News Anchor Stefani Schaefer, a Northeast Ohio native, as she chats with local influencers shaping the community. Tune in Saturdays at 10 a.m. for new episodes.
Wayne’s World with Wayne Dawson: Another morning news anchor, Wayne Dawson, holds insightful conversations with leaders in religion, art, sports, and faith in Northeast Ohio. New episodes appear Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.
Talkin’ Sports with P.J. Ziegler: Fox 8’s sports anchor P.J. Ziegler talks sports with experts, athletes, and coaches from around Northeast Ohio. Catch new shows every Wednesday at 9 p.m.
Battleground Ohio: Political discussions with FOX 8’s Joe Toohey featuring local to national politicians on key Ohio issues. New episodes drop Sundays at 11:30 a.m.
Orange and Brown Countdown: Kick off NFL gamedays on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. during the 2025 season with this spirited pre-game show.
Parenting Playbook with Maureen Kyle: Navigating parenthood isn’t easy, so Maureen Kyle brings local experts to discuss everything from toddler tantrums to teenage troubles. New episodes air Saturdays at 11:30 a.m.
Rescue Me with Natalie Herbick: Every week, anchor Natalie Herbick highlights local animal shelters and rescue groups, introducing viewers to dogs looking for forever homes. Tune in Saturdays at noon.
The big question: With so many ways to watch, will traditional TV broadcasts still hold the same power, or is this shift to streaming apps on smart TVs changing how news is consumed in Northeast Ohio? And what does that mean for local communities and advertisers? Share your thoughts below — is FOX 8’s new approach the future or do you prefer the Sunday paper and evening TV news?
