# Chicago Tribune — Your source for Chicago news

> Chicago news, sports, business, and entertainment coverage for iPhone and iPad. (iPhone/iPad app by Tribune Publishing Company, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chicago-tribune/id383137151 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Tribune Publishing Company, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/290161713)
- Category: News, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 18,335 App Store ratings · 178 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 190 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-08-18
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chicago-tribune/id383137151/reviews.md

## What is Chicago Tribune?

Now there's a simple, elegant and customizable way to get essential Chicago Tribune news, sports, business and entertainment coverage on your iPhone or iPad. 

FEATURES:

• Stay informed with Chicago's best source of news, sports, business and entertainment
• Sign up for push notifications to get the latest news from our newsroom as soon as stories break
• Build a personalized news feed by selecting topics that interest you
• Enjoy exclusive videos and photo galleries
• Save must-read stories, photos and videos for when you have the time to enjoy them
• Turn your device sideways for an entirely different visual view of the news (iPad only)
• Get the latest breaking news from our newsroom in your notifications
• Share stories easily with Twitter, Facebook, or email
• Offline reading: Download and read content offline


SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS:

• Download the app to enjoy a sampling of free stories each month. For full access, try a free month of Unlimited Digital Access to the app, the Chicago Tribune website, and our eNewspaper; then it's only $19.99 a month. Make sure to create a registration while in the app so you'll be able to log in to the website and eNewspaper when you visit them in web browsers.
• Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable.
• Your subscription automatically renews each month unless auto-renew is turned off within your Account Settings at least 24-hours before the end of the current period.
• Your iTunes account will be charged $19.99 for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period.
• No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period.
• Subscriptions may be managed by the user by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase.
• You can read our Privacy Policy here: http://www.tribpub.com/privacy-policy/
• You can read our Terms of Service here: 
http://www.tribpub.com/central-terms-of-service/
• Questions about your subscription, including adding or removing Web access to the Chicago Tribune website from your app access, can be directed to Customer Service: 610-440-3679.

CRASHES / PROBLEMS?

We've been working hard to fix any and all crashes in the app. If you're still experiencing crashes or freezes after installing this update, please contact us at consumerservices@chicagotribune.com.  A quick email to our support team helps our developers identify and resolve crashes faster.

## Key features

- Personalized news feed
- Breaking news notifications
- Exclusive videos and photo galleries
- Save stories for offline reading
- Share stories easily
- iPad visual news view

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Digital Access | $19.99 | per month |
| News Apps Only | $19.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Digital Access | $19.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Digital Access | $19.99 | per month |
| Chicago Tribune | $199.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Digital Access | $19.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Digital Access | $198.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Credit Access | $0.99 | one-time |
| Premium Story Credits | $0.99 | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #52 in Top Grossing · News (US App Store)

## What do users think of Chicago Tribune?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🗞️ Small town reporting for a big town
- 📰 Easy read for subscribers
- 🚀 Generally good news reporting

**Cons**

- 🔍 Needs better search and navigation
- 🌙 Lack of dark mode
- 🔌 Frequent login issues
- 📱 Clunky user interface
- 💰 Too many ads and pop-ups
- 🐛 Buggy and crashes often
- 📰 Politically biased reporting

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Inability to scroll through articles
- Frequent login prompts for subscribers
- Inconsistent behavior across updates
- Trouble accessing the digital edition

**Most requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Audio playback for articles
- Improved search functionality with filters
- Better organization and navigation of content

## Recent user reviews (10 of 178)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chicago-tribune/id383137151/reviews.md

### 1/5 — This App does not have in app cancellation feature

*2026-07-20, version 10.0.59*

I had this app for over a year.  After a year the price was increased by 2000%.  You can only cancel on the phone within a certain window of times.  If you’re living overseas this is difficult.

### 4/5 — Justin Fields?

*2026-07-03, version 10.0.59*

Why is there a picture of a Justin Fields story in the update?  Talk about a need for an update!

### 1/5 — Update failed.  Where’s the newspaper

*2026-07-03, version 10.0.59*

The app was updated thru the App Store.  When I opened the updated app, a white screen.  I closed the app and reopened it with the same result.  Again, the same.  I then uninstalled the app and downloaded a new version from the App Store.  The same result.  C’mon guys, can’t you get this right?

### 2/5 — Difficult

*2026-06-24, version 10.0.58*

App is difficult to navigate.

### 5/5 — Reliable and prompt

*2026-06-07, version 10.0.56*

Local national and world are covered extremely well

### 5/5 — Drinking city water for 60 years with lead pipe is that bad?

*2026-05-25, version 10.0.56*

🤔🆘

### 2/5 — International news

*2026-05-14, version 10.0.56*

the current owners has dumbed down the paper. It is being run on the cheap.

### 4/5 — Closing An Article

*2026-05-14, version 10.0.56*

After closing a read article the screen should go back to where you last left…I shouldn’t have to search through different headings and articles.

### 5/5 — Great reporting

*2026-04-29, version 10.0.54*

Appreciate the great reporting on Monsanto and companies that poison Americans, especially foreign companies that poison Americans

### 5/5 — Restaurant recommendations

*2026-04-15, version 10.0.54*

The Tribune has traditionally the best and more original list of new restaurants

## Frequently asked questions about Chicago Tribune

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

The app provides essential Chicago news, sports, business, and entertainment coverage. You can stay informed with the city's best source for these topics, including breaking news as it happens.

### How can I customize my news experience?

You can build a personalized news feed by selecting topics that interest you. This ensures you see the content most relevant to your preferences, making your news consumption more efficient.

### What are the subscription details and cost?

The app offers a sampling of free stories each month. For full access, a subscription to Unlimited Digital Access is available for $19.99 a month, which includes the app, website, and eNewspaper. A free trial month is also offered.

### Can I read content offline?

Yes, the app supports offline reading. You can download and read content when you don't have an internet connection, allowing you to catch up on stories at your convenience.

### What if I experience crashes or problems with the app?

If you encounter crashes or freezes, you can contact customer support via email at consumerservices@chicagotribune.com. Providing details to the support team helps developers identify and resolve issues faster.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 10.0.60 — 2026-08-21

Enhanced Audio Controls: Refreshed audio player interface above the navigation bar, improved notification controls, and fixed disappearing player controls.

Dynamic Island Integration: Added support for Dynamic Island audio playback and updates on supported devices.

Expanded Home Screen Widgets: New and expanded widget options for quicker access to news directly from your Home Screen.

Resolved an authentication bug that prevented login via Facebook.

Bugs and maintenance

### 10.0.59 — 2026-07-03

Added in-app audio player
Bug fixes and maintenance

### 10.0.58 — 2026-06-09

Support for World Cup content
Bug fixes and maintenance

### 10.0.56 — 2026-05-13

Bug Fixes and Maintenance

### 10.0.54 — 2026-04-14

Bug Fixes and Maintenance

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