DirecTV Launches $12 Discount Plan Allowing Customers to Drop Local Channels
- DirecTV to offer package allowing customers to opt out of local TV stations
- Customers who opt out will receive $12/month discount on bill
- DirecTV says pay TV is too expensive, new package gives more choice
- Package called "No Locals" to let customers remove certain content
- Move comes amid dispute with Tegna over local station retransmission fees