Discover How NYC Bodegas Are Turning Into Media Hubs
Bodegas TV has introduced a Smart TV streaming network tailored for NYC bodegas, aiming to reach 2,000 stores in three years with local news, entertainment, and community advertising.
New York, NY (Newsworthy.ai) Wednesday Mar 11, 2026 @ 4:50 PM CDT
Francisco Marte and the Bodega & Small Business Group
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“Bodegas TV turns neighborhood stores into community media hubs, offering hyperlocal news and entertainment.”
Bodegas TV today announced the launch of a Smart TV streaming network designed specifically for New York City bodegas, combining local news, entertainment programming, and community-driven advertising on screens inside neighborhood stores.
The platform brings together local reporters, creators, and AI-powered content production to deliver programming tailored to the communities that bodegas serve every day.
The initiative aims to install screens in 500 bodegas by 2026, with a long-term goal of reaching 2,000 stores across New York within the next three years.
Bodegas TV is designed to turn neighborhood stores into community media hubs, delivering hyperlocal news and entertainment while creating new revenue opportunities for store owners.
A New Model for Local Media Inside Neighborhood Stores
Bodegas TV combines AI-powered content production with local storytelling to create a continuous streaming channel designed for in-store viewing.
The programming mix includes:
50% Local News Content
- Breaking local news
- Community stories
- Updates relevant to neighborhood residents
- Content produced by local reporters and creators
50% Entertainment Programming
- Short-form entertainment
- AI-generated content
- Micro-dramas and creative video series
- Community features and cultural programming
This combination allows stores to provide engaging content for customers while supporting local storytelling and journalism.
Built for Bodega Owners
Bodegas TV is designed to be simple and completely hands-off for store owners.
Hardware Installation
- Smart TV hardware provided at no cost to the retailer
Advertising Revenue
- Programmatic advertising
- Direct-sold local advertising
Passive Income Model
- Store owners participate in a revenue-sharing system
- Advertising revenue generates passive income for participating bodegas
- No operational work required by the store
All installation, technical maintenance, and ongoing support are handled by the Bodegas TV team.
Empowering Local Creators and Community Journalism
Bodegas TV also creates opportunities for local reporters, creators, and storytellers to produce content that reaches audiences directly inside their communities.
By combining AI-assisted production tools with local journalism, the platform dramatically reduces the cost of producing and distributing video news.
The result is a scalable model that supports community-driven storytelling while expanding access to local information.
Expanding Across New York
The network will begin its rollout in New York City bodegas, with a target of 500 participating stores by 2026 and expansion to 2,000 bodegas across the region within three years.
Each participating store becomes part of a growing network delivering hyperlocal content, community news, and culturally relevant entertainment to customers throughout the day.
About Bodegas TV
Bodegas TV is a Smart TV streaming network designed for neighborhood bodegas and small businesses. The platform combines AI-powered content production, local reporting, entertainment programming, and digital advertising to create a new media channel inside community stores.
By providing hardware at no cost and offering a revenue-sharing model, Bodegas TV enables store owners to generate passive income while supporting local news and community storytelling.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Bodegas TV and how does it serve NYC bodegas?
- Bodegas TV is a Smart TV streaming network launched by Agentic TV LLC specifically for New York City bodegas. It aims to transform neighborhood stores into community media hubs by providing a mix of local news and entertainment programming. The initiative plans to reach 2,000 bodegas in three years, offering screens at no cost and creating new revenue opportunities for store owners through advertising.
- How do bodega owners benefit financially from participating in Bodegas TV?
- Bodega owners benefit financially from Bodegas TV through a revenue-sharing model that requires no operational work from them. The network provides Smart TV hardware at no cost and generates passive income for stores by sharing advertising revenue. This setup allows owners to earn additional income while enhancing customer experience with engaging content.
- How does Bodegas TV use AI to produce content for local audiences?
- Bodegas TV utilizes AI-powered content production tools in conjunction with local journalism to create a scalable model for delivering hyperlocal news and entertainment. This approach significantly reduces the cost of producing and distributing video content, enabling community-driven storytelling and expanding access to local information directly within neighborhood bodegas.
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