Best Local Insights is a trusted local news platform dedicated to providing communities with timely, relevant, and engaging stories that reflect the issues and events that impact their everyday lives. Our platform is designed to help residents stay connected with what’s happening in their neighborhoods, covering everything from local government decisions to school events, crime reports, and business openings. We believe that well-informed communities are stronger, more engaged, and better equipped to make decisions that affect their collective future.
Our Name and Mission
Best Local Insights is committed to providing timely and relevant local news to communities across North America. We specialize in delivering hyper-local stories, community updates, and critical information that directly impacts the lives of our readers. Our mission is to keep residents informed about the latest events, developments, and important issues within their neighborhoods, fostering a sense of community and local engagement.
US locations Best Local Insights will start with include:
- Alabama
- Florida
- Georgia
- South Carolina
- North Carolina
- Louisiana
and more.
Our Vision
To revolutionize how communities stay informed by offering data-driven local news that is personalized, relevant, and accessible to everyone. We aim to empower local citizens and businesses by providing the insights and information they need to make informed decisions in their daily lives.
Company Overview
Founded in 2015 with the legal name “Best Local Insights Inc.”, we started with a mission to fill the gap in hyper-local journalism by focusing on the stories that matter most to small and medium-sized communities. Over the years, we’ve grown into one of the most trusted sources of local news in North America. Our editorial team is dedicated to uncovering the stories that larger media outlets often overlook, while maintaining the highest standards of journalistic integrity.
Our journey began with a few local city blogs and expanded rapidly as we recognized the widespread need for detailed local news coverage. Today, Best Local Insights serves thousands of communities, providing comprehensive reporting that informs, engages, and inspires local action.
Founding and Legal Information
Best Local Insights was founded in 2015 with the legal name “Best Local Insights Inc.” We set out to fill the gap in hyper-local journalism by focusing on the news and issues that matter most to smaller communities, where larger media outlets often fail to provide sufficient coverage.
Our Story
Best Local Insights began as a small, local news platform focused on providing community-driven news coverage. Our founders recognized that many local communities were underserved by traditional news outlets, and there was a need for a platform that could provide hyper-local, up-to-date information. Over the years, we’ve grown to serve thousands of communities across North America, thanks to our dedication to reporting on what matters most to local citizens.
Key milestones include:
- 2016: Launched in our first city, covering local politics, events, and community updates.
- 2018: Expanded coverage to five additional cities, with a focus on regional news.
- 2020: Introduced our digital platform, allowing readers to access real-time local news on their smartphones and tablets.
- 2022: Reached 1 million monthly active users, serving over 50 cities across the U.S. and Canada.
Where We Operate
Best Local Insights operates across major metropolitan areas and smaller local communities throughout North America. Our head office is based in New York City, New York, but we have news teams and correspondents across multiple cities, ensuring that our coverage is always timely and relevant to the local audience.
Our Headquarters
123 Madison Avenue, Suite 502, New York, NY 10022, USA
Our headquarters is located in New York City, New York where our editorial and technical teams work to provide quality content and innovative digital news solutions.
Areas We Serve
Best Local Insights provides news coverage in cities and communities across North America. Our primary service areas include:
- Toronto, New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Vancouver, and Montreal.
- We also provide localized coverage for smaller towns and rural areas, ensuring no community is left out when it comes to receiving important news updates.
Meet Our Team
Founders
Jane Johnson (CEO) and Michael Brown (Editor-in-Chief) co-founded Best Local Insights with the vision of creating a news platform that focused on underrepresented communities.
- Gene Simons: With over 20 years of experience in media and digital content, Jane leads the overall strategy and growth of the company.
- Michael Brown: A seasoned journalist with a deep passion for local reporting, Michael is responsible for the editorial direction of Best Local Insights, ensuring that our content is accurate, timely, and community-focused.
Key Team Members
- Sarah Green (Managing Editor): Oversees the editorial team, ensuring high-quality, accurate reporting across all of our news platforms.
- David White (Head of Technology): Leads the development of our digital news platform, ensuring a seamless user experience for our readers.
- Emily Roberts (Director of Community Engagement): Responsible for building relationships with local communities and fostering partnerships that enhance our news coverage.