Major Colombian Television News Networks

Colombia's TV news landscape is dominated by a mix of private, public, and international channels:

1. Caracol Televisión – Leading private network. Noticias Caracol (prime-time, morning, weekend). Extensive correspondent network. Owned by Grupo Valorem (Sarmiento Angulo).
2. RCN Televisión – Major private rival. Noticias RCN. Strong investigative unit (Los Informantes). Owned by Grupo Ardila Lülle.
3. Canal 1 (Señal Colombia) – Public broadcaster. Cultural, educational, regional focus. Noticias Uno (see below) formerly aired here; now independent.
4. Noticias Uno – Independent news channel (founded by Daniel Coronell). Investigative, critical, award-winning. Digital-first now; cable/satellite carriage.
5. NTN24 – International Spanish-language news (RCN-backed). Bogotá-based. 24/7 Latin America focus. Strong Colombia coverage.
6. Citytv – Local Bogotá channel (Casa Editorial El Tiempo). Light news, entertainment, urban youth focus.
7. Teleantioquia, Telecaribe, Telepacífico, Canal TRO – Regional public channels with local news.

Digital Shift

All major outlets now prioritize YouTube, TikTok, Twitter/X, and proprietary apps. La Silla Vacía, Vorágine, Cuestión Pública are leading independent digital-native investigative outlets.