Can I watch The CW for free?

Yes. The CW broadcasts free over the air in Chico, so a one-time antenna purchase gets you the live signal at no monthly cost. Several live TV streamers that carry it also offer free trials.

Is The CW available with an antenna?

Yes, reception in Chico is rated good.

Which streaming services have The CW?

In the Chico market, The CW is carried by YouTube TV. Of those, YouTube TV offer free trials.

How to Watch The CW Chico-redding For Free & Without Cable

Last updated: June 15, 2026

The CW Chico-redding is one of the local channels serving the Chico market. Below is how to watch it without a cable subscription, including the free options.

Watching The CW With an Antenna

The CW broadcasts free over the air in the Chico market. A standard antenna pulls it in at no monthly cost.

Over the air: Free · Reception: Good

Streaming The CW Without Cable

With a free trial: YouTube TV all carry The CW and let you watch free during the trial period before any charge.

YouTube TVFree Trial

Every Local Channel in Chico

Here is the full Chico lineup, whether each channel is available free with an antenna and how well it comes in, plus the streaming services that carry it.

Channel	Antenna (Free)	Streaming services
ABC	YesGood	Fubo (free trial) YouTube TV (free trial) Hulu + Live TV
NBC KNVN · Ch 24	YesGood	Fubo (free trial) YouTube TV (free trial) Hulu + Live TV DirecTV Stream (free trial)
Univision KUCO · Ch 27.1	YesGood	Fubo (free trial)
UniMás KKTF	YesGood	Fubo (free trial)
ABC KRCR · Ch 7	YesGood	YouTube TV (free trial) Hulu + Live TV
The CW KHSL-DT2 · Ch 12.2	YesGood	YouTube TV (free trial)
CBS KHSL · Ch 12	YesGood	Fubo (free trial) YouTube TV (free trial) Hulu + Live TV
FOX KCVU · Ch 20	YesGood	Fubo (free trial) YouTube TV (free trial) Hulu + Live TV DirecTV Stream (free trial)

Antenna reception is free with a one-time antenna purchase. Services tagged “free trial” let you watch at no cost during the trial window; the rest require a paid subscription from day one.

The CW FAQ

Can I watch The CW for free?: Yes. The CW broadcasts free over the air in Chico, so a one-time antenna purchase gets you the live signal at no monthly cost. Several live TV streamers that carry it also offer free trials.
Is The CW available with an antenna?: Yes, reception in Chico is rated good.
Which streaming services have The CW?: In the Chico market, The CW is carried by YouTube TV. Of those, YouTube TV offer free trials.

Last updated: June 15, 2026