Overview

• Trust in US news outlets has improved, with 32% of Americans trusting the news most of the time.
• Interest in news has rebounded to 52%, up from a low of 47% in 2022.
• News avoidance has reached a record high, with 39% of people selectively avoiding news.
• Local TV news and regional newspapers are the most trusted sources, while Fox News has the highest reach.
• Podcasts and online video, especially short-form content, are increasingly popular among younger audiences.