Feeling News Fatigue? Why Local News Might Be the Answer

What is News Fatigue?

In today’s always-on world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the constant flood of headlines. From national politics to global crises, many people are experiencing what’s now known as news fatigue; that sense of burnout or anxiety caused by nonstop news exposure.

But staying informed doesn’t have to come at the expense of your mental well-being.

One solution? Turning to local news.

Local news focuses on what directly impacts your community, like weather alerts, school updates, local elections, traffic issues, and neighborhood events. It’s not about sensationalism or endless opinion panels. It’s about what matters to you, right now.

Local News On Your Terms

With NewsON, you can tune in to hundreds of trusted local stations across the U.S., live or on demand. Whether you’re at home or traveling, it gives you control over how and when you watch the news. Set alerts for breaking updates, skip what doesn’t apply to you, and take in the news on your terms.

No doomscrolling. No clickbait. Just local news you care about.

Watch Short-Form News Content to Avoid News Fatigue

NewsON provides on demand local news clips that are easily digestible and allow you to select the story that matters most to you. Additionally, What’sON is a daily series that covers top trending news of the week. Each day, the story corresponds to the segment. For example, Monday is Motivation Monday, Tuesday is True Crime Tuesday, there’s Wild Wednesday, Strange But True Thursday, and Feel Good Friday.

You don’t need to disconnect completely to protect your peace of mind. You just need a smarter way to stay connected.

So if you’re feeling overwhelmed by the 24/7 news cycle, try shifting your focus closer to home. Local news might be exactly what you need to stay informed, without feeling drained.

Download the free NewsON app on iOS or Android to stream local news anytime, anywhere.