6abc Action News Alert: Philadelphia Breaking Headlines, Weather & Live Updates

H2: 6abc Brings Action News to a 24/7 Live Stream Philadelphians no longer need a cable box—or even a TV—to keep up with “Action News.” 6abc’s parent station, WPVI-TV, has rolled out a free 24/7 streaming channel that mirrors the familiar broadcast while adding original digital-exclusive content. H2: Why the New 6abc Stream Matters • Always-On Local Coverage: Breaking alerts, live press conferences, and Sky 6 helicopter shots now hit phones and smart TVs seconds after they happen. • Seamless Weather Updates: AccuWeather forecasts and real-time radar loops play at the top of every hour, critical during coastal storms and snow events. • Extra Community Programming: Localish features, high-school sports spotlights, and neighborhood town halls air between newscasts, giving smaller stories more screen time. H2: All the Ways to Watch 6abc Live 1. Roku Channel Store—search “6abc Philadelphia,” install, and click “Live.” 2. Amazon Fire TV—say “Alexa, open 6abc” to launch the stream. 3. Apple TV & Apple TV 4K—download the 6abc app from the App Store. 4. Android TV/Google TV—open Play Store, install, and pin to the home row. 5. iOS & Android phones/tablets—use the free 6abc mobile app for viewing on the go. 6. Desktop & Laptop—visit 6abc.com/watch/live for instant playback. Every option is free; you only need broadband. H2: What’s on the Schedule? • 4:30 a.m.–7 a.m.: Action News Mornings with Tamala Edwards and Matt O’Donnell • 7 a.m.–9 a.m.: Digital-only “The Rush,” delivering trending stories and commuter traffic in quick hits • Noon & 4 p.m.: Full newscasts simulcast from Channel 6 • 6 p.m. & 11 p.m.: Evening and Night Action News • Overnight: Continuous rebroadcast plus live national breaking coverage from ABC News Live The station says more hyper-local sports and high-school championship streams are coming later this year. H2: How to Turn on Breaking News Alerts 1. Open the 6abc mobile app. 2. Tap the bell icon in the top-right corner. 3. Toggle “Breaking News,” “Weather Alerts,” and “Traffic.” Push notifications arrive even when the app is closed, so you never miss citywide emergencies, school closings, or Eagles playoff parades. H2: Frequently Asked Questions Q: Is the 6abc 24/7 stream the same as the over-the-air Channel 6? A: Yes—plus extra digital-first shows and extended coverage during big stories. Q: Do I need a pay-TV login? A: No. The stream is free and ad-supported. Q: Can I rewind? A: A rolling four-hour DVR lets you scrub back to see something you missed. H2: Bottom Line With its new always-on stream, 6abc turns any screen into a Philadelphia newsroom, making it easier than ever to watch Action News live, follow real-time AccuWeather forecasts, and stay plugged into community stories. Download the app or open the channel today to keep “Philadelphia’s News Leader” in your pocket wherever you go.