#facebook local news

Then just last week Facebook Founder and CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, announced that the platform would give powers to the community to flag trusted news sources. In a Facebook post just hours ago, Zuckerberg, detailed the decision of why the social media platform's News Feed will now feature more news from local sources. Starting today, posts from local news publishers from a users local city or town will pop up more often. Shared posts of local news and followed publishers would also see a bump up in the News Feed. Facebook is saying goodbye to its dedicated News tab. This move follows similar removals last year in other key markets like the United Kingdom, France, and Germany.  The News tab first appeared in 2018 as Facebook sought to better serve users seeking out news stories and information. Data shows people now come to Facebook less for news and more for social connections with family and friends. In fact, news content only makes up about three percent of what the average user sees in their regular Facebook feed.  With people's interests evolving, Facebook has decided to refocus its efforts. Removing the News tab allows Facebook to redirect resources in a way that better matches what users want most. Read more in our articles including "Facebook to show more news from local sources" and "Facebook Retires Dedicated News Tab on April".