Blockast - local news map app for iPhone and iPad

Covering hyperlocal news and events in Denver, Seattle, San Francisco, LA, Dallas, Detroit, Atlanta, Chicago, Boston, Washington, D.C., and NYC.

Stay up to date with important local news happening right under your nose. Blockast keeps you connected to your community by delivering only the local news and events happening closest to your current location. We constantly monitor news and Twitter feeds from select areas across the US, looking for articles that mention an address or location. These items are then pinpointed and delivered to you in real-time. We show the newest and closest items first, so you can stay on top of breaking local news nearby. Whether youre curious about crime around your office or community events close to your neighborhood, Blockast has you covered. Thumb-friendly navigation and easy-to-read headlines make browsing a pleasure, while quick access to articles and maps of locations help you dive deep when it matters.