How would you get your local news? Would you just do ultra-basic package through cable/satellite or just get a hi-def antennae and pray you get something that way?
I mean, I like the idea of Chromecast/Roku/etc... just haven’t decided yet and if I can answer that local question, then I think the wife is on board, too.
I can get my news from FreeRepublic.
If you live in a large metro area, and your had antenna doesn’t work, try Aereo....$8/month on Roku.