The Sports & News TV package will include major news channels like CNBC, CNN, FOX News, and MSNBC give subscribers access to live sports events.

Comcast is making a new play for value-conscious TV fans who wanted a slimmed-down channel lineup — and pay less. The cable giant announced the launch of Sports & News TV, a new video package for Xfinity Internet broadband customers that includes 50-plus live news,

A week after DirecTV launched its first sports-only streaming package, Comcast unveiled a similar offering that adds news to the mix. The Xfinity Sports & News TV package combines over 50 broadcast, cable news and sports channels with Peacock,

Xfinity joins DirecTV in offering a slimmed-down bundle with most — but not all — sports channels in a bid to lure wary consumers.

Available at a monthly price of $70 when bundled with Xfinity Internet, Sports & News TV leverages Comcast's robust broadband network, optimized for streaming and live sports viewing.

Comcast announced a new Xfinity package for its internet customers, “Sports & News TV,” which includes over 50 broadcast, cable news and sports channels, plus streaming service Peacock, coming in at $70 per month.

Comcast announced on Thursday the launch of Sports & News TV, a new video package for its Xfinity internet customers, as part of its strategy to remain competitive in the streaming era.

Comcast (CMCSK) (CMCSA) announced the launch of Sports & News TV, a new video package for Xfinity Internet customers that brings together

As more pay-TV operators embrace slimmer packages, Comcast Xfinity is rolling out Sports & News TV, a $70-a-month offering based on two foundational elements of live programming. The $70 price is available only to customers who also have Xfinity internet service.