# Milwaukee Journal Sentinel — Breaking News + eNewspaper

> Wisconsin's largest newsroom provides local news, investigations, and sports coverage. (iPhone/iPad app by Gannett.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/milwaukee-journal-sentinel/id526882300 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Gannett](https://appshunter.io/developer/404843797)
- Category: News, Magazines & Newspapers
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 5,754 App Store ratings · 197 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 18.6 · 188 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Armenian, Catalan, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany) and 21 more
- Released: 2012-05-22
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/milwaukee-journal-sentinel/id526882300/reviews.md

## What is Milwaukee Journal Sentinel?

We're working to make the place we call home, better. As the largest newsroom in Wisconsin, and a three-time Pulitzer Prize winner, we have an obligation to our community, to tell all the stories that need to be told. 

We’re here because we believe that local journalism is valuable – from simple things like the weather to hard-hitting opinions, breaking news and in-depth investigations. 

We’re our Milwaukee’s trusted storytellers. We’re here for it. 
  
WHAT WE’RE ALL ABOUT: 
• Journalism that makes our home better by celebrating the good, solving the bad, and investigating the ugly. 
• Access to Public Investigator, our Pulitzer Prize finalist series of quick-turn investigations. 
• Access to PackersNews.com, your source for unbeatable Packers coverage. Go pack go. 
• Sports coverage for locals, by locals: the Bucks, Brewers, Packers, Wisconsin Badgers, Marquette Hoops, and UW-Milwaukee. 
• Reporting that keeps you informed on the actions of decision makers and the political issues that impact residents. 
• Get the latest updates on the 2024 Presidential Election, as well as Wisconsin’s U.S. Senate and House races. 
• App features like real-time alerts, challenging puzzles and lively podcasts, a personalized feed, the eNewspaper, and more. 
  
APP FEATURES: 
• Real-time breaking news alerts  
• A personalized feed on the all-new For You page  
• The eNewspaper, a digital replica of our print newspaper 

Subscription Information:
• The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel app is free to download and all users can access a sampling of free articles every month. 
• Subscriptions are charged to your account at confirmation of purchase and automatically renew each month or year, unless turned off in your account settings at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. See "Subscription Support" in the app's Settings for more details and customer service contact information.  

MORE INFORMATION:
• Privacy Policy: https://cm.jsonline.com/privacy/
• Terms of Service: https://cm.jsonline.com/terms/
• Help Center: https://help.jsonline.com

## Key features

- Breaking news alerts
- Personalized news feed
- Digital eNewspaper replica
- In-depth investigations
- Local sports coverage
- Political reporting

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Annual Digital Subscription | $69.99 | per year |
| Monthly Digital Rate | $24.99 | per month |
| Monthly Digital Rate | $19.99 | per month |
| Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Digital Subscription | $24.99 | per month |
| Monthly Digital Subscription | $24.99 | per month |
| Annual Digital Subscription | $19.99 | per year |


## Chart rankings

- #186 in Top Free · Magazines & Newspapers (US App Store)
- #60 in Top Grossing · News (US App Store)
- #43 in Top Grossing · Magazines & Newspapers (US App Store)

## What do users think of Milwaukee Journal Sentinel?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 👍 Well-organized and informative content
- 🚀 Efficient app performance
- 💡 Useful features like access to USA Today
- 👍 Excellent sports coverage
- 👍 Reliable local news source

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional app crashes and freezes
- 🔍 Lack of national/international news coverage
- 🔍 Perceived political bias in reporting
- 🔍 Frustrating login and subscription issues
- 🔍 Cluttered UI with too many ads

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App fails to recognize active subscriptions
- Scrolling issues and content disappearing
- Incompatibility with older devices

**Most requested features**

- Improve offline reading capabilities
- Provide more customization options
- Streamline login and subscription management
- Enhance sports statistics integration

## Recent user reviews (10 of 197)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/milwaukee-journal-sentinel/id526882300/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Almost Unreadable due to Ads

*2026-07-31, version 8.11.0*

Reading in the app has become almost unbearable due to ads popping up through scrolling. Ads open up in Safari or open the App Store, forcing you to close and go back to the JS online app. Nearing the point of canceling subscription.

### 1/5 — One of the worst apps I’ve experienced!

*2026-07-30, version 8.11.0*

Took forever to get the Review line to let me enter Review.

I’m logged into your app and can now see most news.  Why does it still tell me that some stories are only available to subscribers?  And why is it always sending a link to subscribe?

### 2/5 — If I don’t have a paid subscription, why are almost all of my push notifications behind the paywall

*2026-07-08, version 8.10.2*

🙄

### 5/5 — MJS App

*2026-06-18, version 8.10.2*

I recently started reading the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and I am pleased with the depth of coverage from local to world news. The app is easy to navigate and I will continue to explore its features.

### 1/5 — Way too many advertisements

*2026-06-10, version 8.10.2*

Could be a good app, but as usual too many advertisers so you have to scroll through what seems like a 100 adds to get to one story.  Sad

### 3/5 — J/S online

*2026-05-15, version 8.9.0*

Although I look forward to reading through the J/S online everyday to keep connected to the Milwaukee area’s news, I do find it a couple of days late on reporting news and also find articles repeated two,three sometimes four times. Seems like just filling space. Also, to be honest, media, including newspapers should report real news without bias. I find J/S to be VERY slanted liberal/left leaning everyday, with numerous articles by columnists going out of their way to find one negative about any positive item a conservative newsmaker is making.  It’s SO obvious. Bring back REAL JOURNALISTIC REPORTING,PLEASE.

### 5/5 — JSO

*2026-05-11, version 8.9.0*

Is a great, well written paper!

### 1/5 — App has become useless

*2026-04-18, version 8.9.0*

I’ve used this app for years without any issues, but over the last month or so, it’s become useless. Within a minute of opening, a MJS ad pops up, blocking the entire page, and I’m unable to close it.  I tried deleting and reinstalling the app and it still happened. I only have a digital subscription. If the app isn’t fixed soon, I’m going to cancel it.

### 3/5 — Bias

*2026-04-17, version 8.9.0*

The biased runs deeper than ever, whether it’s what, who or how they cover the story. That said it’s still a useful digital purchase for spotty local coverage and plenty of opinion.

### 5/5 — Quality News

*2026-03-31, version 8.9.0*

I enjoy getting quality, thorough news delivered through an app where it doesn’t keep me endlessly scrolling.

## Frequently asked questions about Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

### What does the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel app offer?

The app provides breaking news alerts, a personalized news feed, and a digital replica of the print newspaper. It also features in-depth investigations, local sports coverage, and reporting on political issues impacting residents.

### How much does the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel app cost?

The app is free to download, and users can access a limited number of free articles each month. Full access requires a subscription, which is charged to your account and automatically renews unless canceled.

### What kind of content can I expect from this app?

You can expect a wide range of content including local news, weather updates, hard-hitting opinions, breaking news, in-depth investigations, and comprehensive coverage of local sports teams like the Packers, Bucks, and Brewers.

### Is this app available on all devices?

The description does not specify compatibility. However, mobile applications are typically available on both iOS and Android operating systems. For specific device compatibility, please refer to the app's listing on your device's app store.

### What are some of the unique features of this app?

Unique features include access to the Public Investigator series, exclusive PackersNews.com coverage, real-time breaking news alerts, a personalized 'For You' page, and the eNewspaper, a digital replica of the print edition.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 8.11.0 — 2026-07-29

• This update includes bug fixes and stability improvements.

### 8.10.2 — 2026-05-27

• This update includes bug fixes and stability improvements.

### 8.10.1 — 2026-05-20

• This update includes bug fixes and stability improvements.

### 8.9.0 — 2026-03-12

• This update includes bug fixes and stability improvements.

### 8.8.1 — 2026-02-23

• This update includes bug fixes and stability improvements.

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