Build with ETTG
Free API access while in Beta to the most comprehensive local news source database in the United States. Geographic data, source metadata, and media coverage for all 50 states + DC.
API is in Beta - we're still building this out, so some things may change.
By using the API, you agree to the API Terms of Service.
curl https://admin.ettgnews.com/api/v1/statesFull Geographic Hierarchy
50 states, 3,100+ counties, 119,000+ cities, and Washington DC — with population data, coordinates, and relationships.
6,600+ News Sources
Newspapers, TV stations, radio, and digital outlets — with status, medium, article counts, and geographic associations.
Geography Lookup
Resolve locations by name, FIPS code, or lat/lon coordinates. Find the nearest city within a 50-mile radius.
API Tiers
Open
No key required
Free
- 50 requests / day
- 10 requests / minute
- All geography endpoints
- All source endpoints
Researcher
Upgrade available on request
Free
- 1,000 requests / day
- 30 requests / minute
- Everything in Open
- Ideal for research projects
Professional
For organizations
Contact Us
- 10,000 requests / day
- 120 requests / minute
- Source health endpoint
- Priority support
How It Works
Sign Up
Tell us your name, email, and what you're building. Takes 30 seconds.
Get Your Key
Instantly receive a free Open-tier key. Contact us for Researcher-tier upgrades.
Start Building
Use the key in your Authorization header and start making requests.
Who Uses the ETTG API?
Academic Researchers
Study local media ecosystems, news deserts, and coverage patterns across America.
Civic Tech Developers
Build community tools that connect people with their local news sources.
Journalists
Identify under-covered regions and find peer outlets in specific markets.
Nonprofits & Foundations
Map local media landscapes to guide journalism funding decisions.
Free during Beta. No credit card required. Instant access.