News Star

News Star

Breaking News + eNewspaper

262 ratings
19 reviews
Free
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • September 6, 2012
  • May 27, 2026
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Access in-depth local journalism, including community events, sports, and photography. Enjoy a fast, streamlined experience with real-time notifications for breaking news and weather. Customize your reading with offline access, adjustable text size, and night mode.

In-depth local journalism
Breaking news alerts
Sports coverage
Streamlined reading experience
Customizable text and night mode
Offline reading
eNewspaper access
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What's New in News Star

8.10.2

May 27, 2026

• This update includes bug fixes and stability improvements.

Subscription plans

The News-Star Annual Digital Subscription

Enjoy the latest news, photos, and videos from The News-Star with the digital subscription!

$69.991 Year
1 Year trial
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User reviews

New App

New app is terrible. Old addition was easier to read. If I did not have it on another device I would cancel.

Not an easy sight

This site is terrible. The old one worked much better. It jumps around, locks up and will not enlarge without jumping off of the page most of the time. I wish they would bring back the old version.

Double Charged for a year

When I realized they had been charging me twice a month, for same thing, I called and they said they’d take care of it. They couldn’t issue a refund, but they would not charge me for a year. However, they are still charging me.

Propaganda

Liberal fish wrap.

Working again after update

Revised review: the app is now working again since the latest update. Leaving the below because I still think it’s poor planning to have the only support option be within the app itself!

Original review: [Like the title says, I upgraded to iOS 14 yesterday and now this app crashes when I try to open it. And when I tap on App Support here in the App Store, it tries to send me to...the app. Which crashes. So I’m leaving feedback in a review here because I don’t feel like waiting on hold just to talk to someone about this.

ETA: I tried uninstalling and reinstalling the app. I got through the screen where I told it I didn’t want notifications, then it crashed again before loading the main screen or having me log in.]
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FAQ

What kind of news does the News Star app provide?

The app delivers local news that matters most to your community, including in-depth journalism, coverage of things to do around town, high school and professional sports, and powerful photography and engaging videos.

What are the key features of the News Star app?

Key features include access to in-depth journalism, a fast-loading experience, real-time breaking news and weather alerts, customizable reading options like text size adjustment and night mode, offline reading, and access to the eNewspaper.

How does the subscription model work for the News Star app?

Subscriptions are charged to your account upon purchase and automatically renew monthly or yearly unless turned off in account settings at least 24 hours before the current period ends. You can manage subscriptions and auto-renewal in your account settings after purchase.

Is the News Star app compatible with different devices?

The app is designed for mobile devices, offering an eNewspaper experience similar to the print edition but accessible digitally. It also provides access to USA TODAY and over 200 other local eNewspapers.

What are common use cases for the News Star app?

Common use cases include staying updated on local events and news, following community sports, reading the daily newspaper digitally, and receiving timely alerts for breaking news and weather.