SpotlightNews: College & Local v2.0.0

Spotlight News

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About this app

Developer Description

No paywalls, just real news + weekly sports contests for students.

SpotlightNews is the #1 news app for students and young alumni — bringing you access to hundreds of trusted publications with no paywalls, no AI feeds, and no spam. Stay informed, join weekly sports contests, and compete for rewards.

📰 Real News, No Paywalls
Get direct access to over 300+ local, national, and college publications — including Bloomberg, TIME, and The Philadelphia Inquirer. SpotlightNews keeps you informed without hidden costs or pop-ups.

🏈 Weekly Sports Contests
Play NFL and College Football contests every week. Make your picks, track your streaks, and climb the leaderboard. Win prizes while showing your school pride.

📊 Gamified for Students
Track your reading streaks, unlock badges, and compete with friends. SpotlightNews turns staying informed into a challenge you’ll actually enjoy.

Download SpotlightNews today — the student-first news app that combines trusted journalism with the fun of sports contests and rewards.

What's New

At SpotlightNews, we aim to put the spotlight on your news.

In this release:
• Refreshed look and experience for the MyNews feed
• Updated bottom navigation icons
• New onboarding UI/UX
• Other various UI, stability changes and bug fixes

In-app purchases

$3.99 - $139.99 per item

Version Information

Version: 2.0.0
Downloads: 1K+
Updated on: Dec 17, 2025
Released: Nov 29, 2019
Requires: Android 7.0

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SpotlightNews: College & Local users say on Google Play

★★★★★

A Google user

A fully customizable news app where I select and choose what I prefer to view and read. Great for viewing your favorite college newspapers and many others all across the country! Can't wait to utilize the #Fantasy Sports interest tab during the season so all of my research articles are organized to one app!