Local platform preferences
% of U.S. adults who say they prefer __ for getting local news and information
Source: Pew Research Center survey of U.S. adults conducted Dec. 8-14, 2025.
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Local platform preferences
% of U.S. adults who say they prefer __ for getting local news and information
| Year | A print newspaper | Radio | Television | A social media site | A news website or app |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 13% | 8% | 41% | 15% | 23% |
| 2024 | 9% | 9% | 32% | 23% | 26% |
| 2025 | 8% | 8% | 34% | 20% | 28% |
Source: Pew Research Center survey of U.S. adults conducted Dec. 8-14, 2025.
PEW-KNIGHT INITIATIVE
