Last 30 days
Last 30 days
Avg per download
2K reviews
Last 30 days
Last 30 days
Avg rev. per download
2K reviews
Performance Insights
Competition level
Low competitionUnder 100K on both downloads and revenue — the kind of niche a small team can still take.
On the store
Released October 2009 · 113 releases since
NBC 5 Chicago: News & Weather is an iOS app (Free) by NBCUniversal Media, LLC in the mobile app category. It holds a 4.5-star rating.
- Ships new versions about one a month.
- Latest version is 8.9, released August 12, 2026.
- 73% of ratings are five-star.
- Available in 1 language.
- Strongest in US.
- Downloads at 232.0 MB and requires iOS 16.6+.
- Rated 13+.
App details
- Version
- 8.9
- Release status
- Regional release
- Age rating
- 13+
- Requires
- iOS 16.6+
- Size
- 232.0 MB
- Languages
- English
- Price
- Free
- First seen
- October 2009
- Top markets
- US
- Publisher country
- US
- Website
- Visit website
- Support
- Visit support
Release history
113 versions tracked
- Version 8.9Latest
- Version 8.8
- Version 8.7.1
- Version 8.7
- Version 8.6.1
- Version 8.6
- Version 8.5.1
- Version 8.4
- Version 8.3.2
- Version 8.3
- Version 8.2
- Version 8.1.1
Ships about one a month.
What users say
- 4.0
Great except for video player
The app works very well except for the video player. I'll often click on articles and have a suggested video that seems to be related to the story. After clicking, it's usually a live broadcast and unrelated to what I'm looking at. When the video is correct, the player is unstable. Going into full screen doesn't truly put you in landscape mode - the speakers don't correctly play audio from both sides (top and bottom speakers) of the phone. Furthermore, spatial audio with AirPods seems to always be used dispute having it disabled in my phone settings. Improving the video player would really increase the usability of the app.
- 3.0
NBC NEWS APP REVIEW
I like to be informed daily of the local, national, and international news. The news stories are interesting and informative. However, I do wish there would be more positive happy stories told leaving the public the network serves ending the news at the end of the day on a positive note. The magic of the holidays during that special time of year should be felt in the news throughout the year. I have spoken to several Family members and friends who rarely watch the news anymore, because of daily violence, negative politics, taking the place of real life heartwarming stories. So when we tuck our children in bed every night after reading a feel good story, we say “Pleasant dreams.” Shouldn’t the adults have the same happy positive dreams at the close of their day every night when they sleep? I would like to believe that could be true. Pleasant stories! Pleasant dreams to all and good night.
Reviewed on version 5.6.6
- 3.0
Update seems like a downgrade...
So...I used to love this app. However some recent changes have made for some annoying glitches. Several stories will not scroll up, leaving me unable to finish the article. The new ad format is aggressively large and often in middle of article. Sometimes I scroll up and it goes directly to ad or sponsored story content. It’s becoming a hassle just to read an article! I used to love this app, and I’m hopeful next update will solve the problems. Other than that story content is good, yet sometimes repetitive. It is very up to date, informative (when you can read the full article), and interactive. I really enjoy the interactive ness of several articles, most recently being able to type in your hometown and pull down the wildfires out west and being able to visualize what that would look like in your community.
About NBC 5 Chicago: News & Weather
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The NBC Chicago app is your source for Chicago news, First Alert Weather, breaking alerts, live radar, traffic updates, local video and NBC Chicago News 24/7 streaming.
Get trusted local reporting, real-time weather updates and live coverage from NBC 5 Chicago in one app. Follow stories across Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, including breaking news, politics, public safety, severe weather, traffic, transit, entertainment and urgent updates that affect your day.
Customize alerts by location so you can get the news and weather updates that matter most to you.
Why use the NBC Chicago app?
If you live in Chicago, Illinois or the surrounding suburbs, NBC Chicago helps you stay informed about breaking news, severe weather, traffic, transit and public safety with trusted reporting and personalized alerts.
What can you do with the NBC Chicago app?
Follow Chicago local news and breaking alerts
* Get alerts for local, national and world news, politics and developing stories * Read articles and watch videos from NBC 5 Chicago journalists * Check the Alerts Center for stories you may have missed
Check NBC 5 Storm Team weather
* View current conditions, forecasts and severe weather alerts * Access hourly and 10-day forecasts * Track air quality and UV index data * Watch weather videos from NBC 5 meteorologists
Use the NBC Chicago weather widget
* Add the weather widget to your Home Screen * Get real-time weather conditions based on your location * Tap for full forecasts and live radar * View saved-location weather details
Track weather with live radar
* Follow changing weather conditions across Chicago and the suburbs * Access live radar and weather data * Save locations and receive weather alerts
Stream NBC Chicago News 24/7
* Watch the NBC Chicago News 24/7 streaming channel * Stream live NBC 5 Chicago newscasts * View breaking news briefings and NBC Chicago streaming content * Watch live coverage of urgent local events
Stay informed during severe weather, traffic, transit disruptions and major events
* Follow severe weather, traffic, transit and public safety updates * Watch live briefings and breaking news events * Stay informed during elections and developing stories
Read NBC 5 Investigates and NBC 5 Responds
* Access investigative journalism from NBC 5 Investigates * Get consumer reporting from NBC 5 Responds * Follow stories that help Chicago-area residents get answers
Create an NBC Chicago account
* Sign in with an NBCUniversal Profile * Save articles and videos to view later * Manage newsletter subscriptions across NBC platforms
Who is the NBC Chicago app for?
The NBC Chicago app is for people across Chicago, Cook County, DuPage County, Lake County, Will County, Kane County and Northwest Indiana who want local news, weather, live radar, traffic, transit, public safety and breaking news updates.
When should you use the NBC Chicago app?
Use the NBC Chicago app to:
* Get Chicago breaking news alerts * Check NBC 5 Storm Team forecasts and live radar * Use a Home Screen weather widget * Watch NBC 5 Chicago newscasts * Stream NBC Chicago News 24/7 * Follow local investigations and consumer reports
Can I get Chicago breaking news alerts?
Yes. Personalize alerts for:
* Chicago breaking news * Illinois and local headlines * Weather updates * National and world news * Urgent local stories
Does the NBC Chicago app include live radar and weather widgets?
Yes. Get live radar, weather widgets, real-time conditions, hourly and 10-day forecasts, weather alerts, saved locations and videos from NBC 5 meteorologists.
Can I watch NBC Chicago live in the app?
Yes. Stream NBC Chicago News 24/7, live NBC 5 Chicago newscasts, breaking news briefings and urgent local event coverage.
Screenshots
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NBC 5 Chicago: News & Weather iOS app is available. The app maintains a 4.5-star rating based on 2K user reviews, indicating strong user satisfaction in the mobile app market.
NBC 5 Chicago: News & Weather iOS app competes actively in the mobile app category.
You can download NBC 5 Chicago: News & Weather iOS app from the App Store for iOS devices, requiring iOS 16.6 or later. The app provides its core features without requiring in-app purchases.
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