HLN TV Guide & Broadcast Schedule

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12:00 AM

Forensic Files

A woman is found dead from a gunshot wound and police suspect her husband, however, forensic teams prove what really happened, and the truth is stranger than fiction.

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12:30 AM

Forensic Files

After American Atheists founder Madalyn Murray O'Hair disappears, the discovery of a mutilated body helps police catch the culprit.

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1:00 AM

Forensic Files

Two people witness a truck driving over an unconscious man and flee into a nearby bar, but when the police turn up, the truck, the man and the witnesses are gone.

1h
1:30 AM

Forensic Files

Insect evidence helps to solve the mystery of a woman found dead near a river bank.

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2:00 AM

Forensic Files

A girl who is abducted and then released soon afterward uses her knowledge of forensics to lead police to the kidnapper.

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2:30 AM

Forensic Files

A trash collector finds a severed human leg in a trash bin, but police cannot use conventional methods of victim identification; investigators turn to toxicology and DNA tests to find the murder-mutilator.

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3:00 AM

Forensic Files

A coroner finds telltale clues on the badly burned body of a murder victim, sending police in pursuit of a couple of killers.

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3:30 AM

Forensic Files

A man is arrested and convicted for a series of sexual assaults in Indiana; years later, forensic developments reveal new facts about the case.

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4:00 AM

Forensic Files

The murder of a young Seattle couple puzzles investigators until the victims' dog, Chief, leads police to the killer.

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4:30 AM

Forensic Files

A handsome young doctor's fiancée experiences severe illness after revealing that she is pregnant, and launches her own investigation to determine if the doctor is somehow responsible.

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5:00 AM

Forensic Files

A seemingly model citizen turns out to be a serial killer.

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5:30 AM

Forensic Files

An abandoned, still-running car leads investigators to a body with unusual marks and a DNA trail that lead to the killer.

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6:00 AM

Forensic Files

Police find fragments of deleted computer files leading them to suspect a woman's suicide is really murder.

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6:30 AM

Forensic Files

A suspicious neighbor gives police a break in a cold case.

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7:00 AM

Forensic Files

A family suspects their teenage daughter's new friends were involved in her disappearance.

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7:30 AM

Forensic Files

When a 62-year-old man opens a car restoration business and becomes seriously ill, his doctors cannot find the cause, but forensics can; identification of a highly toxic metal in the victim's blood leads to his poisoner.

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8:00 AM

Forensic Files

When a 6-year-old disappears, her father becomes the prime suspect; he fails a polygraph test and even confesses, but 10 years later, the investigation gets turned on its head.

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8:30 AM

Forensic Files

Investigators build a makeshift tent around a woman's body and use superglue fumes to lift the killer's palm print from the victim's skin.

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9:00 AM

Forensic Files

The disappearance of a mail-order bride proves suspicious when detectives learn that two of the Texas husband's previous wives had died in mysterious circumstances.

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9:30 AM

Forensic Files

A jeweler's search through old sales records helps police find likely suspects in the murder of elderly couple Edward Kowalzck and Gertrude Thompson.

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10:00 AM

Forensic Files

A husband was shot and killed, forensic psychiatry helped the wife to remember the details for what happened.

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10:30 AM

Forensic Files

The body of a 16-year-old girl is discovered nine months after her disappearance; forensic scientists find clues that paint a virtual portrait of her killer.

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11:00 AM

CNN News Central (HLN)

The anchors share the latest stories about significant events that take place across the world and interview prominent figures.

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12:00 PM

CNN News Central (HLN)

The anchors share the latest stories about significant events that take place across the world and interview prominent figures.

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1:00 PM

CNN News Central (HLN)

The anchors share the latest stories about significant events that take place across the world and interview prominent figures.

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2:00 PM

Forensic Files

Investigators weigh several theories while probing the death of a retired police officer, including a botched robbery and suicide.

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2:30 PM

Forensic Files

The bodies of two young women are found in the ashes of an apartment fire.

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3:00 PM

Forensic Files

Two different men report the murder of a single mother and when the case's other anomalies stall the police, a candy wrapper and seeds help expose the killer.

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3:30 PM

Forensic Files

After a Connecticut man's body is found in a burning rental car on a Mexican highway, an insurance company suspects a scam.

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4:00 PM

Forensic Files

When a pipe bomb rips through a rural home, killing a young man and seriously injuring his mother, detectives hope that the remnants of a mailing label will lead them to a killer.

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4:30 PM

Forensic Files

A quiet residential community, shattered by the murder of a neighbor. See how modern techniques helped investigators catch the culprit in less than 12 hours.

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5:00 PM

Forensic Files

A man is found dead in his Michigan auto-salvage shop.

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5:30 PM

Forensic Files

A man is murdered in a drive-by shooting. When a mobile phone trace incriminates a killer, it's up to a forensic geologist to find evidence that he was at the scene.

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6:00 PM

Forensic Files

When a teenage girl is found dead, her boyfriend confesses to her murder. However, in a strange twist, so does another man; police must determine which is the killer.

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6:30 PM

Forensic Files

A high school gym teacher gives his friend a ride home but never returns; his wife and friend receive letters saying he started a new life, but they suspect foul play despite no body being discovered.

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7:00 PM

Forensic Files

A 16-year-old girl is killed in her own home by her mother and father. Her parents said they acted in self-defense, but the forensic evidence indicates otherwise.

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7:30 PM

Forensic Files

Investigators determine if a computer crash which almost ruined a manufacturing company was accidental or deliberate sabotage.

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8:00 PM

Forensic Files

A garbage bag leads police to a child's killer.

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8:30 PM

Forensic Files

An investigation into the disappearance of a young woman uncovers a tooth that helps police solve a crime without a body.

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9:00 PM

Forensic Files

The sensitive nose of a forensic examiner sniffs out murder.

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9:30 PM

Forensic Files

Discovering that an assault suspect is left-handed is crucial to a police investigation dating back 16 years.

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10:00 PM

Forensic Files

Forensic scientists try to find a way to "lift" the serial number from a shotgun that's their only clue in a case.

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10:30 PM

Forensic Files

Investigating the worst arson spree in U.S. history -- a rash of more than 75 fires near Seattle.

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11:00 PM

Forensic Files

Computers aid the police and FBI in solving a string of crimes.

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11:30 PM

Forensic Files

Using an anonymous letter and geographical profiling, investigators close in on a serial rapist, and a cleverly obtained DNA sample confirms their suspicions.

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12:00 AM

Forensic Files

When a young boy has serious respiratory problems and his father shows signs of early Alzheimer's disease, a chance encounter with a stranger kicks off an investigation into the cause.

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12:30 AM

Forensic Files

Police in St. Petersburg, Fla., use cell phone mapping, wiretapping and a host of forensic evidence to find a surgeon's killer.

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1:00 AM

Forensic Files

A woman wins her release after being imprisoned for allegedly killing her mother in a car fire.

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1:30 AM

Forensic Files

Authorities are able to apprehend a kidnapper because he allowed his victim to write a will on a telltale pad of paper.

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2:00 AM

Forensic Files

Experts debate whether an apparent heart attack victim died from natural causes or alleged poisoning by his girlfriend.

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2:30 AM

Forensic Files

When a 12-year-old was found dead in her home, police were left clueless until a string of burglaries months later. A trail of stolen goods may help solve a murder.

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3:00 AM

Forensic Files

When 15-year-old Marlene Miller was murdered, it would take 24 years and several retrials before forensic scientists discovered the evidence to bring her killer to justice.

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3:30 AM

Forensic Files

Detectives use a forged signature to find a woman's abductor.

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4:00 AM

Forensic Files

A woman is killed two days before she was scheduled to testify against a man accused of assaulting her and the prime suspect has an alibi.

1h
4:30 AM

Forensic Files

A bite mark is all the evidence needed to convict a suspect who was robbing tourists in Florida.

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HLN is an American basic cable news and entertainment channel owned by Warner Bros. Discovery through its CNN division. Originally launched as CNN Headline News, HLN historically operated as a 24-hour continuous news network before transitioning toward a heavy focus on true crime, investigative documentary series, and legal programming. Using a modern tv guide allows viewers to track daily broadcasts, find upcoming episode times, and check what is airing across different time zones.

About the HLN Channel

HLN stands for Headline News, reflecting its legacy as a fast-paced news service. Over time, the network shifted its main focus to true crime original series, trial coverage, and unscripted crime programming, often drawing from CNN's extensive investigative archive alongside popular acquired series. The channel is distributed widely across cable, satellite, and digital streaming television providers across North America.

Using the HLN TV Guide

A reliable tv guide helps viewers navigate HLN's daily programming block. Because network schedules include both daytime blocks and evening crime series, reviewing the complete listings ensures you never miss a specific episode or series marathon. The schedule layout typically provides clear details on program titles, episode descriptions, original air dates, and scheduled start times.

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Checking the tv guide listings for tonight allows viewers to plan evening viewing around prime-time true crime series and documentary marathons. Evening lineups frequently feature multi-episode blocks of popular investigative franchises. Programming times can vary by date, region, and television provider, so viewers should always consult the latest listings for the most current schedule updates.

HLN Programming Categories

HLN concentrates its daily schedule on a distinct blend of factual and investigative content. Primary programming categories include:

  • True Crime & Investigation: In-depth look into real-life criminal cases, forensic analysis, and legal mysteries.
  • Documentary Series: Unscripted series focusing on historical events, high-profile trials, and investigative journalism.
  • News Summaries & Breaking Coverage: Special news updates and live breaking news coverage during significant national events.

How to Navigate the HLN Schedule

Finding specific show times on the HLN broadcast schedule is simple when following a few quick steps:

  1. Select your current date to view today's or tonight's active broadcast lineup.
  2. Review the chronological program list to find specific air times.
  3. Check local time zone designations (Eastern, Central, Mountain, Pacific) to align with your location.
  4. Verify your specific TV provider's channel number or streaming service availability.

Regional & Time-Zone Differences

Television schedules are broadcast in primary time zones—typically Eastern Time (ET) and Pacific Time (PT). Depending on your cable or satellite provider, broadcast feeds may run simultaneously nationwide or be delayed for western time zones. Local channel numbers also vary based on your specific television provider and geographic region.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the HLN TV Guide?

The HLN TV Guide provides a complete schedule of all programs, documentary series, and true crime broadcasts airing on HLN, including dates, show titles, and local broadcast times.

What is on HLN tonight?

HLN's evening lineup typically features true crime series, court coverage, and investigative documentaries. Check tonight's TV guide listings for exact show titles and air times.

Where can I find the HLN TV schedule?

You can find the updated HLN schedule through online TV guide listings, digital program guides provided by cable and satellite operators, or streaming TV service interfaces.

How do time zone differences affect HLN broadcast times?

HLN broadcasts are typically listed in Eastern Time (ET). Viewers in Central, Mountain, or Pacific time zones should adjust times based on whether their provider uses a live national feed or a regional tape-delayed feed.