# CBS12 News

> Local news, weather, and sports updates with live streaming and alerts. (iPhone/iPad app by Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cbs12-news/id548809469 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/631472300)
- Category: News, Weather
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 603 App Store ratings · 36 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 16.3 · 144 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-08-04
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cbs12-news/id548809469/reviews.md

## What is CBS12 News?

The WPEC news app delivers news, weather and sports in an instant. With the new and fully redesigned app you can watch live newscasts, get up-to-the minute local and national news, weather and traffic conditions and stay informed via notifications alerting you to breaking news and local events. 
 
•  Breaking news alerts and stories
•  Live streaming
•  New weather section with hourly and daily forecasts
•  Live weather radar and traffic information
•  Completely overhauled app that is faster and easier to use

## Key features

- Breaking news alerts
- Live newscast streaming
- Hourly and daily weather forecasts
- Live weather radar
- Traffic information
- Customizable notifications

## What do users think of CBS12 News?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 📺 Timely and accurate news information
- 🌤️ High-quality weather app
- 📱 Good video quality and streaming
- ⚖️ Unbiased and neutral reporting

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezing
- 📺 Vague and lacking news article details
- 💡 Poor app navigation and user interface
- 📢 Excessive and unwanted notifications
- 🎬 Too many video segments, not enough text articles
- 💰 Excessive advertisements throughout app
- 🌙 No dark mode support
- 📱 Compatibility issues with various iOS versions
- ⚠️ Biased reporting and selective news coverage
- 🔊 Audio/sound issues with videos

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes on recent iOS versions
- Notifications appear twice with same timestamp
- Breaking news alerts don't link to correct stories
- App redirects to App Store instead of showing news
- Live stream freezes and audio cuts out
- iPad menu not accessible or non-functional
- Full screen feature doesn't work in landscape mode
- Weather feature causes app crashes
- App won't open on some iPhone models
- Persistent notification alerts even after disabling
- Live video controls too small and unresponsive

**Most requested features**

- Dark mode support
- Fix notification alerts to open directly to relevant stories
- Reduce number of advertisements
- Improve article depth and detail
- Better app navigation and menu structure
- More text-based articles, fewer video segments
- Fix duplicate notification delivery
- Better iPad/tablet compatibility
- Improved live stream reliability

## Recent user reviews (10 of 36)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cbs12-news/id548809469/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Click Bait

*2026-06-08*

When you scroll an article even though you not touching near the sponsors add, it routes you there.  Completely unacceptable and why this app needs improvement.

Don’t shove your sponsors adds in my face.

### 1/5 — propaganda / controlled by leftists

*2024-08-09*

i tried to use this app for local news but couldn’t find a way to hide from crazy propaganda and narrative that leftists try to use to create delusional people

### 5/5 — Palm Beach officer arrested

*2024-06-25*

This can happen to anybody who has abused alcohol and drugs.

### 1/5 — Dark Mode?

*2022-12-11, version 8.5.0*

No dark mode? These bright white pages are killing my eyes. Dark mode has been available on iOS for ages. Why does this app not support it? Other than that, the news articles are extremely vague and lacking vital information. News Channel 12 articles are like reading an overview of the latest happenings but, it seems like no one put forth any effort to report on any details on these happenings. This app and the reporting are definitely lacking the basics.

### 1/5 — Trash

*2022-10-04, version 7.38.0*

The updates are terrible. Will not work on garbage iOS 16. Stay away from iOS 16.

### 2/5 — Not useful

*2021-07-10*

This app does not give me the news/ reports; the ads are certainly there. Was out of town and tried to catch up on the local news but that was virtually impossible using the WPEC (CBS News12) app. I can understand why the rating is so poor.

### 1/5 — Selective reporting

*2020-05-23, version 7.30.0*

The app and this so called news organization is nothing but an arm of the DNC. Not one word about Biden’s racist statements. 

Biggest eat story was Trumps weight and Pelosi comment. 

It’s fake news are and they are the enemy of the people.

### 1/5 — Cat declawed

*2019-08-05, version 7.17.0*

Did you know that cats carry a bacteria that causes still births in human women. Of course it’s not that easy to get infected. Unless of course the pregnant woman gets a scratch. Oh my!!!!!!!!!  Nut cases.  Oh yes it’s very common and every cat has it!!!Yes yes. I for see more then law suits for these supporters.

### 1/5 — One Word - BAD!!!!

*2018-10-08*

Forget this app for news. Weather is a joke. Sound missing on weather vids - but sound fine on commercial before the vid. App does not work & it is useless as a news or weather tool in your life. Use another stations app.

### 5/5 — Best Station

*2018-04-03*

News Channel 12 is the best news station. The most unbiased and neutral station that I have found. Informative and they even have the balls to call out or laugh at obvious and ridiculous reports. Morning crew is my favorite. Keep up the neutral reporting!

## Frequently asked questions about CBS12 News

### What does the CBS12 News app do?

The app delivers instant local and national news, weather, and sports updates. You can watch live newscasts, receive breaking news alerts, and stay informed about weather and traffic conditions.

### What are the key features of the app?

Key features include breaking news alerts, live streaming of newscasts, a new weather section with hourly and daily forecasts, live weather radar, and traffic information. The app is also faster and easier to use.

### Is the CBS12 News app free to use?

Yes, the app is free to download and use. It is supported by advertisements.

### What kind of news does the app provide?

The app provides local and national news, with a focus on breaking news alerts and stories relevant to the local community. It also covers weather and sports.

### Can I watch live news on the app?

Yes, the app allows you to watch live newscasts directly within the application. This ensures you don't miss important local news as it happens.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 10.32.1 — 2026-08-18

This release includes some bug fixes in the video player, the story screen, and the gallery

### 10.31.0 — 2026-08-01

This release upgrades story commenting for a better user experience, and includes bug fixes.

### 10.30.0 — 2026-07-18

In this latest version, we’ve fixed bugs and made improvements to help the app run more smoothly.

### 10.29.0 — 2026-06-30

In this latest version, we’ve fixed bugs and made improvements to help the app run more smoothly. This update includes improvements to app startup, sign-in reliability, notification handling, and video playback.

### 10.28.0 — 2026-06-11

In this latest version, we've fixed a few bugs that you have brought to our attention. For instance, the splash screen loads faster and gallery images are no longer obscured by text.

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