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As more searchers look up the query “news near me” than ever before, Google is launching new features for local search results and new tools for journalists.

Google reports that searches for “news near me” have tripled over the past five years, reaching an all time high in May 2020.

In response to the demand for local news, Google is adding new features to search results to help people find locally relevant stories.

Google is also releasing new and upgraded tools for reporters to produce more work that’s tailored to a digital medium.

Here’s an overview of everything Google is rolling out.

New Features For Local News In Google Search

New features coming to Google Search will make it easier for people to find content from local news publishers.

  • Local News Carousel: Google will display a carousel dedicated to local news stories when there’s local that’s relevant to the user’s query.
  • Top Stories Carousel: Authoritative local news sources will appear more often in the Top Stories carousel, which is typically reserved for stories from national publications.
  • Deeper Understanding Of Topics: Google is refining its ability to connect broad topics with local stories. For example, searches for “football” may return stories about the searcher’s local teams.

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