WICHITA, Kan. – If you’re a COX TV customer, you may have noticed that KAKE-TV Channel 10 and their second channel ME-TV have both been cut from the local cable lineup. This has to do with a rate dispute for carrying the station on the cable system.
The KAKE website states that they must reach agreements with the local cable and satellite companies that bring their station into your home. KAKE officials say they’ve been diligently negotiating with Cox to reach what they consider a fair deal. Unfortunately, Cox Communications has declined any agreement with the local ABC affiliate. As a result, Cox has removed the station from the area cable systems.
They’re advising viewers to voice their opinion and, learn about the choices you have including switching providers and getting their station free over-the-air. That is the key, if you don’t have cable and get your television over the air, you will not be affected. The station is also still available on satellite.
You can call COX toll free at 1-866-961-0027. You can also talk with the KAKE-TV folks at 1-800-352-2235.