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Best Local News Radio Apps

246+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

With an average user rating of 4.3★, the local news radio category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 246+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Local News Radio Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1NPR: National & Local NewsNPR: National & Local NewsFree4.6★ (68K)YesNoAug 2026
2Radio FM: Music, News & SportsRadio FM: Music, News & SportsFree4.6★ (89K)YesYesAug 2026
3TuneIn Radio: Music & SportsTuneIn Radio: Music & SportsFree4.7★ (1.1M)YesYesAug 2026
4Simple Radio - FM AM StationsSimple Radio - FM AM StationsFree4.7★ (525K)NoYesAug 2026
5Radio‎‎ AppRadio‎‎ AppFree4.7★ (17K)NoYesAug 2026
6All News Radio 106.5 & 99.5All News Radio 106.5 & 99.5Free——NoJun 2026
7KNOX News RadioKNOX News RadioFree3.8★ (5)YesNoJul 2026
8K-NEWS 98.5K-NEWS 98.5Free—YesNoMay 2026

Top Picks for Local News Radio

NPR: National & Local News#1

NPR: National & Local News by NPR

Podcasts. Live Radio. Music.
Editor's Choice
📡 News
4.6😐(68K ratings)
FreeAds
#31in News
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great but loses track after inactivity
  • 🚀 Excellent content
  • 🚀 Very high quality and reliable news
  • 🚀 Balanced and well-presented/organized news

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 App used 79GB of data in two weeks
  • 🐛 Broken, freezes, and crashes frequently
  • 🐛 Poor UI with ads
Radio FM: Music, News & Sports#2

Radio FM: Music, News & Sports by RadioFM

Internet Stations & Podcasts
Strong Contender
🎵 Music
4.6😐(89K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Stream thousands of live online radio stations, popular podcasts, and drama shows. Discover music, news, sports, and more from over 190 genres worldwide. Features include a sleep timer, alarm clock, and car mode for a seamless listening experience.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Wide selection of stations
  • 💡 Ability to listen to stations from around the world
  • 🎶 Good audio quality

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Stability issues (crashes, freezes, buffering problems)
  • 💸 Excessive ads and in-app purchases
  • 🔍 Difficulty in finding and accessing specific stations
TuneIn Radio: Music & Sports#3

TuneIn Radio: Music & Sports by TuneIn

Listen to News & FM Stations
Worth Considering
🎵 Music
4.7😞(1.1M ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#11in Music
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Access over 100,000 live radio stations worldwide, plus exclusive news, sports, music, podcasts, and audiobooks. Enjoy personalized streams and on-demand content across all your devices.

What We Love

  • 🌎 Access to global radio stations
  • 🎧 Wide selection of content
  • 👍 Convenient for listening on-the-go
  • 🚀 Generally stable performance

Room to Improve

  • 🔈 Excessive and repetitive ads
  • 🐛 Frequent playback issues (buffering, skipping, repeating)
  • 💸 Expensive subscription model

More Local News Radio apps to explore

4
Simple Radio - FM AM Stations
Simple Radio - FM AM Stations
Simple Radio - FM AM Stations
Listen to Music, Sports & News
Free

Listen to over 90,000 AM, FM, and online radio stations worldwide. Save your favorites for one-tap access and enjoy a reliable streaming experience. Discover new music, stay updated with news, or practice languages with this versatile radio tuner.

Access 90,000+ global radio stationsReliable, drop-free streamingSave and access favorite stations
🎵 Music
(525K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Radio‎‎ App
Radio‎‎ App
Radio‎‎ App
Free Live FM AM Local Stations
Free

Stream live FM and AM radio stations from around the world for free. Discover over 120,000 stations, access news, sports, and music, and enjoy a simple, intuitive interface. Listen in the background with no login required.

Listen to global radio stationsAccess news, sports, and musicSimple and intuitive design
🎵 Music
(17K)
free with in-app purchases
6
All News Radio 106.5 & 99.5
All News Radio 106.5 & 99.5
All News Radio 106.5 & 99.5
by Community Media, LLC
Free
📡 News
(0)
7
KNOX News Radio
KNOX News Radio
KNOX News Radio
Leighton Broadcasting
Free

Listen live to a local radio station broadcasting news, weather, sports, and community information. Tune in to AM and FM frequencies for on-demand audio content.

Live radio streamingLocal news updatesWeather forecasts
🎵 Music
(5)
ad-supported
8
K-NEWS 98.5
K-NEWS 98.5
K-NEWS 98.5
The Power of Information!
Free
🎵 Music
(0)
9
NewsBreak: Local News & Alerts
NewsBreak: Local News & Alerts
NewsBreak: Local News & Alerts
Weather, Safety & Crime Alerts
Free

Stay informed with breaking news, local events, and personalized updates delivered directly to your device. Discover curated daily briefings, live news streams, and in-depth stories from trusted sources, covering everything from weather and traffic to national headlines.

Local news highlightsBreaking news alertsPersonalized news feed
📡 News
(1.4M)
free with in-app purchases
10
Radio Plus: News, Sports, Info
Radio Plus: News, Sports, Info
Radio Plus: News, Sports, Info
by RADIO PLUS, INC.
Free

Access live streams of local radio stations, including music, news, and sports. View song information, check recent playlists, and get local updates. Customize notifications for broadcasts, closings, and weather alerts.

Live radio station streamingSong and artist informationRecently played history
🎵 Music
(2)
free
11
Rocket Daily News
Rocket Daily News
Rocket Daily News
by SKYROCKET RADIO, LLC
Free
🎬 Entertainment
(0)
12
Audacy: Radio & Sports Talk
Audacy: Radio & Sports Talk
Audacy: Radio & Sports Talk
Your Stations, News, Podcasts
Free

Access your favorite radio stations, live sports talk, news, and podcasts all in one free application. Enjoy on-demand content, exclusive extras, and save your preferred audio for later listening.

Live sports talk and play-by-playLocal and national news radioOn-demand music stations
🎵 Music
(92K)
free with in-app purchases
13
News Radio 1440
News Radio 1440
News Radio 1440
by Cumulus Media
Free

Stay informed with live and on-demand news, podcasts, and local updates. Features include an alarm clock, sleep timer, and real-time weather. Connect with social media and share content easily.

On-demand podcast listeningLive radio streamingOffline listening option
📡 News
(26)
free with in-app purchases
14
Fox News Radio AM 1590 and 105
Fox News Radio AM 1590 and 105
Fox News Radio AM 1590 and 105
by Todd Ingstad
Free

Listen to live radio broadcasts from a prominent news network, featuring top talk radio hosts. Stay informed with 24/7 coverage, especially during election cycles. Access content from popular personalities.

Live radio streaming24/7 news coverageTop talk radio hosts
🎬 Entertainment
(11)
free
15
KXLG Radio
KXLG Radio
KXLG Radio
by TMRG Broadcasting LLC
Free
📡 News
(0)
16
Newsradio WGAN
Newsradio WGAN
Newsradio WGAN
by Saga Communications
Free
📡 News
(0)
17
Paper Folds News
Paper Folds News
Paper Folds News
by Rose Media Co. LLC
Free
📡 News
(0)
18
88.5 WFDD
88.5 WFDD
88.5 WFDD
by 88.5 Wfdd Fm Public Radio
Free

Access live radio broadcasts, on-demand shows, and podcasts from a public radio station. Stay informed with breaking news alerts and support quality journalism through the app. Customize your listening experience on your mobile device.

Live broadcast streamingOn-demand shows and podcastsBreaking news alerts
📡 News
(3)
free
19
Local Raydio
Local Raydio
Local Raydio
by Raydio Corp
Free

This app provides a local online radio experience with music, community news, and live broadcasts. Discover local sports, events, and exclusive podcasts. It also offers opportunities for advertisers to reach a local audience.

Local online radio stationUpbeat music selectionCommunity insights and news
🎬 Entertainment
(6)
ad-supported
20
Nao Local News
Nao Local News
Nao Local News
Local News, Now
Free

Access curated local news from trusted sources in an easy-to-digest format. Enjoy articles or listen via "Pod Mode" while avoiding distracting ads and videos.

Curated local newsTrusted local sourcesEasy-to-digest format
📡 News
(4)
free

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FAQ about Local News Radio

What are the best local news radio apps for iPhone?
NPR: National & Local News tops our local news radio apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 68K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top local news radio apps we rank are free to download, including NPR: National & Local News and Radio FM: Music, News & Sports.
NPR: National & Local News shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 246+ local news radio apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
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.
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.