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YouTube TV subscribers have a few weeks to prepare for a major lineup change. The popular streaming television service announced Sept. 11 that it will remove three channels from its platform at the end of September.
Court TV, Tastemade and The Young Turks will no longer be available through YouTube TV beginning Sept. 30, 2026. The change applies not only to live programming but also to content that subscribers have recorded in their personal Library.
YouTube TV is removing three channels
In an email to customers, YouTube TV said the three channels would leave the service starting Sept. 30. The company also confirmed that access to Tastemade Español and Tastemade in 4K will be discontinued.
The announcement means subscribers who regularly watch courtroom coverage, food and lifestyle programming, or political commentary will need to find another way to access some of their favorite content.
- Court TV: The channel is known for courtroom trials, legal analysis and true-crime programming.
- Tastemade: The lifestyle network features food, travel, home and entertainment programs.
- The Young Turks: The channel offers news and political commentary.
- Tastemade Español and Tastemade in 4K: Both services will also be removed from YouTube TV.
What happens to recorded shows?
One of the most important details for subscribers is that the change affects existing Library recordings. YouTube TV said content recorded from the departing channels will no longer be available after the removal date.
That means viewers should review their Library before Sept. 30 if they have saved programs they still want to watch. Subscribers may wish to watch those recordings before the deadline, although the announcement did not provide a separate download or transfer option.
The removal could be particularly noticeable for people who use YouTube TV as a replacement for traditional cable. Unlike many on-demand streaming services, YouTube TV combines live channels with cloud-based recording features. Losing access to both live broadcasts and saved content can make a channel change more disruptive for longtime users.
Where can subscribers watch the content?
YouTube TV said subscribers can continue watching select content from Court TV, Tastemade and The Young Turks on YouTube. However, the company did not say that every program or live broadcast currently available on YouTube TV would move to the separate YouTube platform.
Viewers should therefore expect some differences in availability. Certain shows may appear as individual videos, clips or other programming rather than as part of a traditional live channel. The viewing experience may also vary depending on the program and the rights available on YouTube.
For Tastemade fans, “Jamie Oliver’s Money-Saving Meals” is among the programming associated with the channel. Subscribers who follow food, travel and lifestyle series may want to search YouTube for individual shows or official channel content after the September deadline.
A critical deadline for YouTube TV subscribers
The Sept. 30 cutoff gives customers limited time to check their viewing habits and make alternate plans. Anyone who watches Court TV, Tastemade or The Young Turks regularly should take note of the date, especially if those channels are included in recurring recordings or favorite-channel settings.
This is also a reminder that streaming television lineups can change quickly. Services routinely adjust channel packages, programming agreements and premium features. While these changes can help platforms manage costs and partnerships, they can leave subscribers searching for replacement options.
For now, YouTube TV’s guidance is straightforward: select content from the three channels will remain available on YouTube, but the channels themselves will disappear from the live-TV lineup. Subscribers should check their Library, watch any must-see recordings and look for official programming on YouTube before and after the deadline.
Frequently asked questions
Which channels is YouTube TV removing?
YouTube TV is removing Court TV, Tastemade and The Young Turks from its lineup on Sept. 30, 2026.
Will recorded programs remain in my YouTube TV Library?
No. YouTube TV said live content and recordings from the affected channels will no longer be available after the removal date.
Are Tastemade Español and Tastemade in 4K also affected?
Yes. YouTube TV will discontinue access to Tastemade Español and Tastemade in 4K as part of the same change.
Can I still watch content from these channels?
YouTube TV said subscribers can watch select content from Court TV, Tastemade and The Young Turks on YouTube. Availability may vary by program.
When do the channels leave YouTube TV?
The channels will be removed beginning Sept. 30, 2026.
