The Charlotte Observer | News

The Charlotte Observer | News

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 16, 2010
  • July 8, 2026
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Stay informed with local news, investigative reporting, and national headlines from across the Carolinas. Watch live video, get sports updates, and enjoy personalized content. Access digital newspaper editions and puzzles.

Daily local news and stories
AI-generated article summaries
Live local news and national video
Full local, pro, and college sports coverage
Personalized news feeds
Digital newspaper editions
Puzzles and games
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What's New in The Charlotte Observer | News

11.1.15

July 8, 2026

Adds support for Edition banner ads

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Charts

Top Grossing

This app dropped -13 positions in Magazines & Newspapers chart.

Last updated on July 19, 2026.

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This app rose +4 positions in Magazines & Newspapers chart.

Last updated on July 19, 2026.

User reviews

Ridiculous

The Observer online edition is an embarrassment of redundant postings ( e.g., as recently as May of 2026, the lead story in the Weather section warned of an impending storm due to hit the Carolina coast —- news from the prior September!) and hard to navigate sections.

Improved but still need work

This new version is much better but there are entirely too many add, that load slowly and interfere with reading/scrolling

Ughh

Customer Service does not exist. Poor communication and more than 1 active account at 1 time(???)
Oh, and the glitchy app!

Sucks

McClatchy news can eat dicks

We need local independent news

Despite all of its challenges over the years, the Observer still maintains its integrity and independence. If we want to keep having newspapers, we must keep subscribing.

Developer apps

User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Login issues

Bug

Sections not loading properly

Bug

Blurry/fuzzy content

Bug

Compatibility problems with iOS updates

Bug

Requested Features

4 requests

Bring back previous app version

Feature

Improve e-edition reading experience

Feature

Add keyboard navigation

Feature

Provide offline reading mode

Feature

FAQ

What kind of news does the app provide?

The app provides daily local news and stories from across the Carolinas, including investigative reporting, national headlines, crime, sports, and local business news. It also features opinions, editorials, and columns from the Charlotte Observer.

Can I watch videos on the app?

Yes, you can watch live video of local news stories and national news coverage. The app also features stunning photos and videos related to local news and community events.

Is the app free to download and use?

The app is free to download and offers access to news content. However, it does have in-app purchases and advertisements, which may offer additional features or content.

What regions does the app cover?

The app focuses on news from the seven-county region of Mecklenburg, Union, Cabarrus, York, Iredell, Gaston, and Catawba in North and South Carolina. It provides real-time updates on news from specific cities and communities within this area.

How can I personalize my news experience?

You can personalize your news experience by favoring topics that matter to you, which will provide you with personalized feeds. You can also search for news articles, videos, and games, and bookmark articles to read later.