Best Citizen Journalism Apps

PressReader: News & Magazines

Digital Newspaper Aggregator

Free

Stay informed with a versatile news app that offers access to thousands of global publications. Get the latest news from various sources in one convenient platform. Join now for a world of news at your fingertips.

Straight Arrow | SAN

Unbiased News. Straight Facts.

Free

Stay informed with the app for unbiased news, featuring latest updates, original podcasts, expert commentary, and diverse opinions. Receive notifications for important reports, save and share stories, and access a more comprehensive news landscape. Join to support balanced journalism and explore stories beyond mainstream coverage. Download the app now.

Flipboard: The Social Magazine

Stories curated by enthusiasts

Free

Discover and dive deeper into curated stories on various topics with Flipboard. Personalize your feed, create your own magazine, and stay connected with enthusiasts while staying up-to-date with leading publishers. Get Flipboard in your inbox for tailored newsletters or follow their social platforms for updates and tips.

Medium: Read & Write Stories

News, Tech, Business, Design

Free

Discover a platform where you can explore a wide range of articles, writers, and topics. Dive into thought-provoking content, connect with a community of readers and writers, and share your own stories. Join now to start exploring and engaging with diverse ideas and perspectives.

HuffPost - News & Politics

HuffPost.com

Free

Get the latest news and stay informed with real-time updates on global events, politics, entertainment, and more. Download now to access a diverse range of breaking news stories and insightful articles.

Noosphere: Journalism Direct

Trusted News, Not AI-Generated

Free

Noosphere: Journalism Direct is a direct-to-consumer news platform that connects premium, award-winning journalists with their followers. It offers high-quality, trustworthy content in the form of articles, briefs, photos, and videos, with the goal of providing readers with real, human-produced information in an increasingly complex world. Become a Founding Member during the First 100 Days and enjoy exclusive benefits at a discounted price.

The Free Press

News and Sensemaking

Free

Get the latest investigative stories, provocative commentary, and in-depth analysis on current events through our app, where curiosity and quality journalism come together. Download our app to read, listen, and watch expertly reported content and connect with our community.

Citizen Times

Breaking News + eNewspaper

Free

Get the latest local news, sports updates, and weather alerts tailored to your interests with the Citizen Times app. Enjoy in-depth journalism, customizable features, and access to USA TODAY and 200+ local eNewspapers. Stay informed on-the-go and never miss out on important stories.

MxM News

Credible, curated news

Free

Get instant access to curated news free from censorship and bias with a focus on overlooked stories. Stay informed and empowered with minute-by-minute updates on diverse topics. Join now for reliable news coverage.

Tousi TV+

Premium Content

Free

Unlock a world of premium content, including exclusive shows, documentaries, and original series, curated to your interests. Join a community of like-minded individuals and support independent media by subscribing today for as little as £5/month or £55/year.

Mother Jones

Enjoy reading on the go!

Free

Get exclusive access to award-winning journalism covering politics, climate change, and more with this nonprofit news outlet app. Stay informed and inspired with in-depth investigations and stories that matter. Subscribe today for just $13.99 a year.

The Nation Magazine

by The Nation

Free

An independent, progressive magazine championing civil liberties, human rights, and economic justice. Subscribe for monthly or yearly access to insightful content. View privacy policy and terms of use for details.

Times Union

Trusted Capital Region news

Free

Get the latest Capital Region news with the app offering access to top stories, investigations, and commentary. Subscribe for unlimited digital access and stay informed on any device. Join now for a month free!

Jackson Citizen Patriot

by Michigan Live LLC

Free

$24.99 | 100% OFF

Stay up-to-date with award-winning local news, sports, entertainment, and more with this online newspaper app, available anywhere, anytime. Subscribers can access full editions, while non-subscribers can opt for an app-only subscription to enjoy an enhanced reading experience with exclusive features.

New Republic

by The New Republic

Free

An app for public-minded thinkers advocating liberal reform, offering access to the complete magazine, latest web content, podcasts, and newsletters, as well as the ability to share and clip articles. It provides both free and subscription-based access options. Check out the app for more information.

The Observer: News & podcasts

UK news, lifestyle & puzzles

Free

Stay informed with curated audio stories, newsletters, and investigative journalism at Tortoise. Dive into in-depth analyses of current events with shows like Sensemaker, The News Meeting, and Trendy. Join as a member for exclusive benefits and early access to content.