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Best Local News Radio Apps

237+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated July 2026

With an average user rating of 4.6★, the local news radio category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 237+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

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😐(64K ratings)
FreeAds
#32in 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
TuneIn Radio: Music & Sports#2

TuneIn Radio: Music & Sports by TuneIn

Listen to News & FM Stations
Strong Contender
🎵 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
Radio FM: Music, News & Sports#3

Radio FM: Music, News & Sports by RadioFM

Internet & Broadcast Stations
Worth Considering
🎵 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

More Local News Radio apps to explore

4
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
(16K)
free with in-app purchases
5
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
(517K)
free with in-app purchases
6
NewsBreak: Local News & Alerts
NewsBreak: Local News & Alerts
NewsBreak: Local News & Alerts
News Updates, Alerts, & More
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
7
Police Scanner Radio & Fire
Police Scanner Radio & Fire
Police Scanner Radio & Fire
Live Breaking News & Alerts
Free

Listen to live police, fire, and emergency radio broadcasts from around the world. Receive breaking news alerts and stay informed about local events and major national incidents in real time.

Live police and fire scanner broadcastsBreaking news alertsLocal and national event updates
📡 News
(523K)
free with in-app purchases
8
TuneIn Radio: Music & Sports
TuneIn Radio: Music & Sports
TuneIn Radio: Music & Sports
Live News, Local FM Stations
$9.99

Access over 100,000 live AM/FM radio stations, news, sports, music, podcasts, and audiobooks. Enjoy personalized content and exclusive features with an optional premium subscription.

100,000+ live AM/FM radio stationsLive news from top sourcesLive sports coverage
🎵 Music
(57K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Top Radio - music, live news
Top Radio - music, live news
Top Radio - music, live news
Free local FM stations, sports
Free

Access thousands of live radio stations from around the globe, including music, news, and sports. Easily request new stations to be added and enjoy efficient battery usage. Discover a vast selection of popular international and local FM channels.

Thousands of global radio stationsLive music, news, and sportsRequest new stations
🎵 Music
(2K)
free with in-app purchases
10
BBC: World News & Stories
BBC: World News & Stories
BBC: World News & Stories
Live, Breaking, Podcast, Video
Free

Access breaking news, in-depth articles, podcasts, and live video streams from a trusted global news network. Enjoy documentaries, sports updates, and customizable alerts. Save content for later and listen to radio shows on demand.

Breaking news headlines and articlesLive global news and sport updatesOn-demand podcasts and radio shows
📡 News
(80K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Police Scanner: Fire Radio
Police Scanner: Fire Radio
Police Scanner: Fire Radio
Live Emergency & Breaking News
Free

Stay informed about live emergency events, breaking news, and public safety alerts. Access thousands of police, fire, and weather radio feeds from around the world. Receive real-time notifications for critical incidents and understand emergency codes.

Live police and fire radio feedsEmergency and breaking news alertsWildfire and weather warnings
📡 News
(154K)
free with in-app purchases
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
Headlines: Live Breaking News
Headlines: Live Breaking News
Headlines: Live Breaking News
Local US World Weather Updates
Free

Get breaking news, weather updates, and sports scores from around the world and the US. This app offers a clean interface for news junkies, featuring national and local forecasts, traffic alerts, and business summaries. It also includes content on politics, science, technology, entertainment, and more, updated 24/7 from reputable sources.

Live breaking news updatesLocal and world weather forecastsSports scores and notifications
📡 News
(4.4K)
ad-supported
14
CBS News: Live Breaking News
CBS News: Live Breaking News
CBS News: Live Breaking News
Top stories and local news
Free

Stay informed with breaking U.S. and world news, plus local news, weather, and sports from numerous cities. Access live streaming news channels, full episodes of popular shows, and personalized alerts for stories that matter to you.

Local news coverageLive streaming newsFull episodes and clips
📡 News
(6)
free with in-app purchases
15
CBC News: Breaking & Local
CBC News: Breaking & Local
CBC News: Breaking & Local
National, World & Sports News
Free

Stay informed with breaking news alerts, in-depth analysis, and live streams of national, world, and local events. Customize your feed to follow regional news and save stories for offline reading.

Breaking news alertsLock screen widgetIn-depth journalistic coverage
📡 News
(2.2K)
ad-supported
16
FM Radio App
FM Radio App
FM Radio App
Local stations tuner
Free

Access over 40,000 radio stations globally with a visually engaging 3D globe interface. Discover new music, identify songs, and enjoy seamless playback across multiple devices and with friends. Save your favorites and explore local and popular stations.

40,000+ global radio stations3D Globe station explorationSong detection (Shazam support)
🎵 Music
(23K)
subscription
17
WHIO News
WHIO News
WHIO News
by Cox Media Group, Inc
Free

Stay informed with 24/7 local and national news coverage. Access live and on-demand videos, detailed weather forecasts with radar, and real-time traffic updates. Get sports scores and community news for the Dayton-Miami Valley Area.

24/7 news coverageLive and on-demand videoStormTracker Doppler Radar
📡 News
(20K)
ad-supported
18
NJ 101.5 - News Radio (WKXW)
NJ 101.5 - News Radio (WKXW)
NJ 101.5 - News Radio (WKXW)
Proud to be New Jersey
Free

Stay informed with real-time news, weather, and traffic updates for the Trenton area. Listen live to the station, interact with hosts, and receive instant alerts for breaking stories and contests. Save articles for later and share content easily.

Live radio streamingBreaking news alertsWeather and traffic updates
📡 News
(1.6K)
free with in-app purchases
19
Breaking News: Local & Alerts
Breaking News: Local & Alerts
Breaking News: Local & Alerts
Local & Breaking News Near You
Free

Stay informed with daily news alerts and relevant updates delivered directly to your phone. Access local, national, and international headlines, weather warnings, and more from hundreds of trusted sources. Enjoy a personalized news feed tailored to your interests.

Daily news alertsLocal and breaking newsInternational headlines
📡 News
(7.1K)
ad-supported
20
Patch - Everything Local
Patch - Everything Local
Patch - Everything Local
Local News, Events, Weather
Free

Stay informed about your local community with real-time news, events, and weather updates. Discover schools, homes for sale, jobs, and announcements in a single, easy-to-scroll feed. Receive breaking news alerts and share stories with friends.

Local news and events for 1,200+ townsBreaking news push notificationsLocal weather forecasts and alerts
📡 News
(24K)
ad-supported

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