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Breaking News Alert. In a Channel Z exclusive we are the first to break this story that you will see only here on Channel Z. When we return we will show you the shocking news that you have been waiting to see. It’s a story you don’t want to miss and will continue later in the broadcast. After the break we’ll talk about this very important 6-part exclusive investigation only on Channel Z that is developing right now in your area. And it’s only on Channel Z Action News that works for you where local news comes first.

I hate local news. If their shameless self-promotions were removed, the broadcast with the real news would only last 10 minutes. I much rather get my news from online sources where I can quickly scan items of interest and bypass all the fluff. My intelligence is being insulted each time I watch any of the local news stations and I’ve had enough.

The overused “Breaking News Alerts” are like a kid crying wolf. Too many stories are “breaking news” so I don’t bother to pay attention to the important ones. Also, the ridiculous gimmicks that force us to stay tuned after the commercials are stupid and try my patience.

Just report the news, stop making us wait to hear the story and only call it Breaking News if its something really important. This morning’s breaking news involved some tree that fell over from the strong winds. Sheesh. I’m done with them.