# Acadiana News First — Local News, Weather, Sports

> Local news, weather, and sports updates with live streaming video. (iPhone/iPad app by Gray Television Group, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/acadiana-news-first/id1468168438 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Gray Television Group, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/416888140)
- Category: News, Weather
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 344 App Store ratings · 14 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 79 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-07-17
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/acadiana-news-first/id1468168438/reviews.md

## What is Acadiana News First?

Acadiana News First gives you up-to-the-minute local news, breaking news, 24/7 live streaming video, accurate weather forecasts, severe weather updates, and in-depth investigations from the combined KADN, KATC, and KLAF News teams.

Now under one name, ANF connects you more accurately and dependably to the news, weather, sports, and community content you love. Through our combined local news app, we’re expanding our capabilities and providing users with access to the latest information from trusted local sources.

LOCAL NEWS
•	Get up-to-the-minutes breaking news alerts and stories.
•	Read the most important news of the day as curated by our local news teams.
LOCAL WEATHER
•	Get daily video weather updates from your trusted local weather team.
•	Stay up to date with hourly and daily weather forecasts.
•	View interactive weather radar to help you track rain, storms, and snow.
•	Get weather conditions and forecasts for your location.
LOCAL VIDEO
•	Watch our 24/7 live streaming news channel
•	Watch video on demand clips from recent newscasts
•	You’re in control over what you want to watch and when.

We’re committed to continually improving your experience in our app. Please let us know how we’re doing by leaving a review in the App Store.

## Key features

- Breaking news alerts
- 24/7 live streaming video
- Accurate weather forecasts
- Interactive weather radar
- In-depth local investigations
- Dark and Light Mode support

## What do users think of Acadiana News First?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 Up-to-date local, state, and national news
- 👍 Well-written and concise news content
- 👍 Reliable weather forecasts
- 👍 Easy to navigate website
- 👍 Provides 24/7 news access
- 👍 Considered a trusted source for information

**Cons**

- 🐛 App crashes or closes immediately
- 🐛 Ads run longer than news stories
- 🐛 Poor quality news videos
- 🐛 Loud and intrusive advertisements
- 🐛 Constant errors in writing and spelling
- 🐛 Cannot enlarge pictures
- 🐛 Headlines are cut off
- 🐛 Requires username and password for sign-on
- 💰 Option to pay to remove ads

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App opens and immediately closes
- Constant errors on sign-on
- Headlines next to pictures are cut off

**Most requested features**

- Simple icons on the first page (News, Weather, Sports, Live)
- Send button to quickly share news stories or weather pictures
- iOS 14 widgets

## Recent user reviews (10 of 14)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/acadiana-news-first/id1468168438/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2024-09-17*

Every time I click on a notification it opens the app and automatically closes. Same thing happens when I click on the app. This has been going on forever!

**Developer response:** Hello! We are sorry to hear you are having some trouble with the notifications. When you have some time, please feel free to reach out to our Support Team by going to the app Menu > Help > Send an Email so we can look into this further for you. We appreciate your time!

### 5/5 — KATC TV3 in your pocket

*2022-05-16*

The latest version seems to be running very smoothly. I would change the layout out the first page. Like simple Icons. News, Weather, Sports & Live buttons. Please add a send button so we can directly send a news story or weather pictures quickly.

### 5/5 — Cyndi

*2022-03-09*

Love the up to date local, state & national news! It’s tightly written and gives just enough info to let me know what is going on. Keep up the good work!

### 5/5 — Weather

*2021-06-23*

Rob Perillo and his team are the best weather forecasters. I feel confident when they report the weather.

### 4/5 — Curtis c

*2021-03-08*

Always working never have time for tv so this how I keep up with the news

### 5/5 — KATC Ch3

*2021-02-17*

Ch3 website is easy to navigate and understand it’s well put together.

### 1/5 — The ads run longer than the stories

*2020-10-29*

If you want to spend your time watching advertising, this app is perfect for you.  The ads are always loud and clear, but the actual news videos are always of extremely poor quality.

### 5/5 — iOS 14 widgets

*2020-09-23*

Please add iOS 14 widgets!

### 5/5 — The only source for correct information

*2020-07-18*

On news and weather. Don’t believe the other guys.  They are waiting to see what you say first then talk about it all day long

### 5/5 — Trinity13

*2020-03-18*

I’m a active person and don have time to sit to watch the news on Tv. So I depend on your app to the News on what’s having in our community and the world! Very pleased and appreciate the technology to be able to gave access to TV 3 24/7!

## Frequently asked questions about Acadiana News First

### What kind of news does KATC News provide?

KATC News provides up-to-the-minute local news, breaking news alerts, and in-depth investigations from your local news station. You can access top news stories curated by local teams or view the most recently published articles.

### Does the app offer live video content?

Yes, the app features a 24/7 live streaming news channel and on-demand video clips from recent newscasts. You have control over what you watch and when.

### What weather information is available?

You can get daily video weather updates, hourly and daily forecasts, and view an interactive weather radar to track rain, snow, and storms. The app also provides weather conditions and forecasts for your specific location.

### Is KATC News free to use?

The app is free to use and is supported by advertisements. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees mentioned.

### What are the benefits of using the app for local information?

The app connects you to your community by celebrating local strengths, providing context for local issues, and sharing solutions. It aims to keep you informed about what makes your community great.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 8.0.1 — 2026-09-01

General fixes and performance enhancements

### 7.17 — 2026-07-01

This release includes some maintenance items to improve your overall news experience. Thanks for supporting local journalism!

### 7.15 — 2026-05-06

This release includes some maintenance items to improve your overall news experience. Thanks for supporting local journalism!

### 7.13 — 2026-02-03

This release includes some maintenance items to improve your overall news experience. Thanks for supporting local journalism!

### 7.11 — 2025-07-14

This release includes some maintenance items to improve your overall news experience. Thanks for supporting local journalism!

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