With the additions, the satcaster now offers local HD channels in 66 markets, reaching 69 percent of U.S. TV households.
Dish did not reveal which local channels were added in the new markets. Satellite and cable TV services sometimes do not offer all major broadcast networks in local high-def due to carriage disputes with the local affiliates.
The satcaster plans to offer local HD channels in 100 markets by year's end.
On August 1, the satcaster will add 17 national HD channels, which it says will increase its total to 100 national HD channels.
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