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Peñalolén TV

Peñalolén TV (Canal 8) is a Chilean community television channel based in Peñalolén, Santiago, known for its local news and social coverage.

Last updated September 29, 2026

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Overview

Peñalolén TV, also known as Canal 8, is a Chilean community television channel based in Peñalolén, a commune in Santiago. The channel operates as a local media outlet, providing news, opinion, and cultural programming focused on the Peñalolén area and broader Chilean social issues. Its website, canal8.cl, serves as a platform for articles, videos, and live broadcasts. The channel gained attention for its coverage of the 2019 Chilean social protests (estallido social), including reports on human rights issues and police violence. Peñalolén TV is part of the landscape of community and alternative media in Chile, often highlighting grassroots perspectives and local events. While specific details about its founding and ownership are not widely documented, its presence on Wikidata (Q6137623) indicates recognition as a notable entity. The channel continues to produce content related to social justice, local politics, and community affairs.

History

Peñalolén TV, also known as Canal 8, is a community television channel based in Peñalolén, Santiago, Chile. While its exact founding date is not documented in the available evidence, it has been active as a local media outlet, particularly noted for its coverage during the 2019 Chilean social protests. The channel's website, canal8.cl, features articles and videos on topics such as health policy, anti-mafia efforts, and human rights abuses. Its reporting during the estallido social included coverage of international media like The New York Times on police violence. The channel appears to operate as an independent or community-focused entity, though ownership details remain unclear. It continues to serve as a platform for local news and social commentary.

Products and positioning

Community and alternative media focusing on local and social issues in Peñalolén and Chile.

Product categories. Local news · Opinion pieces · Video reports · Live broadcasts

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