NPR: National & Local News

NPR: National & Local News

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • August 15, 2009
  • October 2, 2026

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Access breaking news, in-depth stories, and personalized audio streams from public radio. Discover podcasts, enjoy live music performances, and stream radio content from across the country. Enhance your listening experience with smart features and support public media.

✓Personalized news and story streams
✓Curated podcast library
✓Live music performances (Tiny Desk Concerts)
✓Live radio streaming
✓Cross-device connectivity (Chromecast, AirPlay, etc.)
✓Smart speaker integration
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What's New in NPR

7.10.2

October 2, 2026

We're getting the NPR app ready for Election 2026 - to support the network-wide coverage you know and trust. You'll now find playable audio stories in Top Headlines and on your favorite station's headlines, with the option to add them to your playlist too. This release also addresses some fixes needed to support the release of iOS 27. Need help or have feedback to share? Write to us at help.npr.org.

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Last updated on October 12, 2026.

User reviews

Good content. Bad ap.

Has a lot of interesting, but liberal, content. The big problem is when you don’t finish listening to a story. You can’t you come back in a few hours. Its gone. You can’t get back to it.

NPR Provides the News

NPR makes a real difference! Thank you for providing the news we need.

Love NPR

Had an issue with the app. Turns out it was just a bug and is now fixed. Got a nice message from the developers. amazing service.

My favorite news source

Couldn’t live without NPR!

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We are out of range of a NPR radio station. Since your upgrade, we are unable log onto NPR to read the NPR news.
It’s a pity we cannot afford a new cell phone.
Perhaps a worse pity is that NPR has chosen to enable corporations, and their billionaire owners to get richer and richer yet at our expense.
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Reported Bugs

5 issues

App crashes frequently

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Playback issues, stops and starts randomly

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Freezes and becomes unresponsive

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Fails to load content properly

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Syncing and login problems

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Requested Features

8 requests

Bring back the playlist feature

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Add a sleep timer

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Improve search functionality

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Provide offline listening options

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Customize home screen and content

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Improve integration with iOS features

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Add a dark mode

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Streamline navigation and reduce clutter

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FAQ

What does the NPR app do?

The NPR app provides access to the latest news, in-depth stories, and a personalized stream of audio content from public radio. It also features a wide selection of podcasts, live radio streams, and music content, including Tiny Desk Concerts.

What are the key features of the NPR app?

Key features include a personalized NPR One stream, a curated podcast library with editor recommendations, full Tiny Desk Concert videos, live radio streaming, and connectivity with devices like Chromecast and Apple CarPlay. Users can also integrate with smart speakers.

Is the NPR app free to use?

Yes, the NPR app is free to download and use. However, there is an optional subscription called NPR+ which offers additional perks like sponsor-free podcast listening and bonus content to support public media.

What devices is the NPR app compatible with?

The app is designed for mobile devices and can connect to various platforms for an enhanced listening experience. This includes Chromecast, AirPlay, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, and integration with smart speakers like Alexa.

How can I personalize my listening experience?

You can personalize your experience by using the NPR One feature, which creates a continuous stream of shows, news, headlines, and music tailored to your preferences. You can also add stories to a playlist, and the app will learn your tastes to deliver content you'll enjoy.