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Best Local Police News Apps

0+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated June 2026

Whether you're new to local police news or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 0+ iOS apps has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Compare top Local Police News Apps (June 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1NewsBreak: Local News & AlertsNewsBreak: Local News & AlertsFree4.8★ (1.4M)YesYesAug 2026
2Police Scanner Radio & FirePolice Scanner Radio & FireFree4.6★ (529K)YesYesAug 2026
3Police Scanner: Fire RadioPolice Scanner: Fire RadioFree4.7★ (164K)YesYesAug 2026
4Citizen: Safety & Live VideoCitizen: Safety & Live VideoFree4.7★ (513K)NoYesAug 2026
5Police Scanner +Police Scanner +Free4.5★ (101K)YesYesAug 2026
6Patch - Everything LocalPatch - Everything LocalFree4.7★ (26K)YesNoAug 2026
7Police Scanner: Crime RadarPolice Scanner: Crime RadarFree4.6★ (28K)NoYesAug 2026
8Neighbors by RingNeighbors by RingFree4.8★ (305K)NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Local Police News

NewsBreak: Local News & Alerts#1

NewsBreak: Local News & Alerts by Particle Media Inc.

Weather, Safety & Crime Alerts
Editor's Choice
📡 News
4.8😞(1.4M ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#6in News
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Efficient news aggregation
  • 📰 Diverse news sources
  • 📍 Useful for local news
  • 💬 Ability to comment on articles

Room to Improve

  • 🔍 Difficulty finding specific articles
  • 🤖 Excessive clickbait and misinformation
  • 💬 Toxic and hateful comments
Police Scanner Radio & Fire#2

Police Scanner Radio & Fire by GordonEdwards.net LLC

Live Breaking News & Alerts
Strong Contender
📡 News
4.6😊(529K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#11in News
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great app
  • 👍 Useful features
  • 🔒 Helpful during emergencies
  • ⭐ Excellent app

Room to Improve

  • 🔍 Inconsistent coverage
  • 🔇 Audio issues
  • 🚧 Buggy
Police Scanner: Fire Radio#3

Police Scanner: Fire Radio by Guru Network Limited Inc.

Live Emergency & Breaking News
Worth Considering
📡 News
4.7😐(164K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#16in News
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Clear and accurate audio
  • 📡 Wide selection of channels
  • 💡 Useful alert feature
  • 👍 User-friendly interface

Room to Improve

  • 🔔 Excessive notifications/alerts
  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🐛 Channels going offline

More Local Police News apps to explore

4
Citizen: Safety & Live Video
Citizen: Safety & Live Video
Citizen: Safety & Live Video
Crime Map & Breaking News
Free

Receive real-time safety alerts for crimes, natural disasters, and emergencies in your area. Watch live incident videos and access crime trend data to stay informed and protected. An optional premium subscription offers enhanced features like scanner audio and detailed archives.

Real-time safety alertsLive incident video streamingRegistered offender map
📡 News
(513K)
freemium
5
Police Scanner +
Police Scanner +
Police Scanner +
Police, EMS, ATC & Fire Radio
Free

Access over 100,000 free radio stations, including police, fire, EMS, and music. Listen live, record for later, set alarms, and customize your background. Connect with other listeners and share what you're enjoying.

Listen to 100,000+ radio stationsRecord stations for playbackSet wake-up alarms
📡 News
(101K)
free with in-app purchases
6
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
(26K)
ad-supported
7
Police Scanner: Crime Radar
Police Scanner: Crime Radar
Police Scanner: Crime Radar
Broadcastify Dispatch Audio
Free

Transform your device into a professional emergency radio. Hear and read live dispatch audio with AI transcription. Access thousands of live feeds, interactive maps, and 24-hour archives for real-time situational awareness.

AI Live TranscriptionInteractive Live Map7,000+ Live Feeds
📡 News
(28K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Neighbors by Ring
Neighbors by Ring
Neighbors by Ring
Join the Neighborhood
Free

Stay informed about local safety with real-time updates from your community, news, and public safety agencies. Connect with neighbors to share information and build safer neighborhoods together.

Real-time safety alertsHyper-local informationIncident Map
📡 News
(305K)
ad-supported
9
Police Scanner + Fire Radio
Police Scanner + Fire Radio
Police Scanner + Fire Radio
Police, Fire, ATC, AM/FM Radio
Free

Access live audio feeds from police, fire, EMS, and other public safety services. Discover active events, record broadcasts, and rewind live streams. Enjoy a vast collection of stations with background playback and personalized favorites.

Largest collection of AM/FM, police, fire, EMS, and other stationsView active events and current station audioRecord stations for playback and sharing
📡 News
(13K)
free with in-app purchases
10
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
(7.4K)
ad-supported
11
FOX LOCAL: Live News & Weather
FOX LOCAL: Live News & Weather
FOX LOCAL: Live News & Weather
Local News and Weather Alerts
Free

Access live local news, breaking alerts, and weather updates from your city's FOX station. Stream 24/7 news coverage, traffic, politics, sports, and more, all tailored to your community. Stay informed about local events and weather anytime, anywhere.

Live local news streamingBreaking news alertsReal-time weather forecasts
📡 News
(17K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Police Scanner App, live radio
Police Scanner App, live radio
Police Scanner App, live radio
Breaking news, cop, fire alarm
Free

Access live police radio, breaking news, and public safety broadcasts from around the world. Stay informed about local events, emergencies, and crimes in real time with a vast streaming service and customizable alerts.

Live police radio streamingBreaking news alertsFire and emergency broadcasts
📡 News
(3K)
free with in-app purchases
13
SILive.com
SILive.com
SILive.com
Local News, Sports & Weather
Free

Stay informed with local news, sports, and weather impacting your community. Get timely and reliable reporting from journalists who live and work in your area, covering everything from local events to politics and culture.

Local news reportingSports coverageWeather updates
📡 News
(6.6K)
subscription
14
Police Scanner Live Radio
Police Scanner Live Radio
Police Scanner Live Radio
Local 911, Fire News Radar App
Free

Listen to live police radio feeds from over 7000 sources worldwide. Advanced AI monitors feeds for significant events, providing real-time alerts and notifications. Stay informed about local news, public safety incidents, and enjoy police radio chatter for entertainment.

Over 7000 live radio feedsAI-powered event alertsReal-time notifications
📡 News
(134)
free with in-app purchases
15
Local News -Breaking & Latest
Local News -Breaking & Latest
Local News -Breaking & Latest
Breaking news, weather, alerts
Free

Stay informed with breaking news alerts, local headlines, and real-time weather. This app aggregates news from multiple sources, offering a personalized feed and features like audio playback for a convenient reading experience.

Breaking news alertsLocal headlinesPersonalized news feed
📡 News
(2.5K)
free with in-app purchases
16
Action News 5
Action News 5
Action News 5
by Gray Television Group, Inc.
Free

Access local news coverage for Memphis and the Mid-South region directly on your iPhone. Stay informed with breaking news alerts, live headlines, sports updates, and video content.

Breaking news alertsLive local news headlinesSports coverage
📡 News
(4.6K)
ad-supported
17
Breaking News Network
Breaking News Network
Breaking News Network
Real-time local news alerts
Free

Receive real-time local news and fire alerts with proximity notifications. View and submit local news as it happens, complete with images and videos. This free app is for members of the Breaking News Network.

Real-time news alertsFire notificationsProximity alerting
📡 News
(38)
free
18
CrimeRadar Dispatch Audio
CrimeRadar Dispatch Audio
CrimeRadar Dispatch Audio
Dispatch audio & alerts
Free

This app monitors first-responder audio using AI to summarize and map potential public safety incidents. Users can view an interactive map, listen to live dispatch audio, and receive customized alerts for events like wildfires or police activity.

AI-powered incident summarizationInteractive safety mapLive first-responder audio
📡 News
(33K)
free
19
Crime Radar: Police Scanner
Crime Radar: Police Scanner
Crime Radar: Police Scanner
Live Emergency News - Local
Free

Listen to live police, fire, and EMS radio feeds from around the world. Get real-time alerts for local incidents, road closures, and public safety events. Discover and save your favorite stations for instant access.

Live police, fire, and EMS audio feedsReal-time incident alertsLocation-based scanner access
📡 News
(94)
free with in-app purchases
20
CP24: Toronto's Breaking News
CP24: Toronto's Breaking News
CP24: Toronto's Breaking News
Local News and Weather
Free

Access breaking news, accurate weather forecasts, and traffic information for Toronto and beyond. Personalize your news feed, get real-time updates, and watch live and on-demand expert coverage of local and global events.

Personalized news feedReal-time weather updatesLive and on-demand expert coverage
📡 News
(1.1K)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Local Police News

What are the best local police news apps for iPhone?
NewsBreak: Local News & Alerts tops our local police news apps ranking as of June 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 1.4M App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top local police news apps we rank are free to download, including NewsBreak: Local News & Alerts and Police Scanner Radio & Fire.
NewsBreak: Local News & Alerts shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of June 2026.
This app delivers daily news and events directly to your phone, focusing on both local and national current events. It provides curated daily briefings, live news streams from local channels, and in-depth stories from a wide range of trusted sources.
Key features include local news highlights, breaking news alerts for both national and local events, a personalized news feed tailored to your interests, live local news streams, and at-a-glance weather and traffic updates. It also aggregates news from over 10,000 trusted sources.