# WCBD News 2 - Charleston, SC

> Local news, weather, and traffic for Charleston, SC and surrounding counties. (iPhone/iPad app by Media General.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wcbd-news-2-charleston-sc/id398494424 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Media General](https://appshunter.io/developer/330899733)
- Category: News, Weather
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 2,547 App Store ratings · 66 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 77 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-10-21
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wcbd-news-2-charleston-sc/id398494424/reviews.md

## What is WCBD News 2?

News has never been more local than in the palm of your hand. The WCBD mobile app brings you all the top stories from our daily broadcasts, as well as stories developing in real time.

Count on us to deliver real-time news, weather, traffic and sports headlines in the Lowcountry – including Charleston, Berkeley, Dorchester, Colleton, Georgetown and Williamsburg Counties in South Carolina.

FEATURES:
• Watch video of your trusted reporters on the scene, and read revealing articles on what's going on in your community.
• Plan your day and week with detailed weather reports, live alerts of severe conditions, and an interactive radar map.
• Optional alerts on breaking news keep you in the know.
• On the go? Save stories for later to access at your convenience.

## Key features

- Real-time local news updates
- Detailed weather reports
- Interactive radar map
- Breaking news alerts
- Save stories for later
- Video reports from reporters

## What do users think of WCBD News 2?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 👍 Easy to navigate app
- 🚀 Timely news and weather updates
- 💡 Useful push notifications
- 👍 Enjoyable news team and coverage

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezes
- 📢 Intrusive and disruptive ads
- 🕰️ Slow to update news stories
- 📰 Too much focus on negative/sensational news

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes when clicking on news articles
- No sound alerts despite notifications being enabled
- News articles not loading or available

**Most requested features**

- Improve app stability and performance
- Reduce ad frequency and intrusiveness
- Provide more balanced and positive news coverage
- Enhance weather forecasting and radar features

## Recent user reviews (10 of 66)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wcbd-news-2-charleston-sc/id398494424/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Does not work

*2026-08-05, version 509.0.0*

I’ve downloaded it and opened it. It loads but is a dead screen. Uninstalled it. Redownload and open it. It opens to the main screen but won’t move as I try to scroll. Nothing reacts to touch. Just a dead screen.

### 1/5 — Add for Compass Financial is disruptive

*2024-12-16, version 500.6.0*

Every time I try to read the news, an add for compass financial constantly opens and interrupts what I was reading. Most of the time I’m not even clicking on the add and it just pops up out of nowhere and directs me away from the news and to the website of compass financial. I don’t need Compass Financial services shoved down my throat and interrupting my news feed. If I wanted your services I would seek you out. Now I won’t use you at all because you have ruined my news feed. Stop with the absolute intrusive adds.

### 5/5 — Best in Charleston

*2023-08-16, version 41.20.0*

I love the Count on 2 team. They are always quick with the top stories of the day and sending news alerts. Their app has the most local news of the main stations.

### 2/5 — Poor app management

*2022-05-20, version 41.9.0*

Pop up ads freeze up the app constantly

### 2/5 — Please update. News is 10-12 hours behind.

*2022-04-09, version 41.9.0*

Please update this app. Your Channel 2 needs to greatly improve this app.

### 1/5 — Lazy reporting

*2021-01-09, version 40.35.570057534*

Why are all your articles so negative.  How about reporting some positive things?  Also, how about being balanced.  Your C19 coverage is like all the other hyper media.  This has nothing to do with how contagious it is.  It is about keeping the high risk people safe, not how many people get it.   80% of deaths are in nursing homes.    That is where the emphasis should be.  99% of people who get it have no symptoms or mild symptoms.    It is the flu, unless you are 70+ or comorbid.  

Why do you not talk about how many people in the country have the antibodies?   The CDC and many others have shown that the real number are about 10x higher than the number testing positive.  So, that makes the ratios just like a very bad flu season.   Look at the deaths in 17/18, and no one said a word that flu season.

### 5/5 — Easy peasy lemon squeezey app to navigate.

*2020-09-23, version 40.35.480056299*

Current events...weather...national news...at my fingertips....WHAT’S NOT TO LIKE !

### 1/5 — Commercial

*2020-09-12, version 40.35.480056299*

Tired of seeing Geico commercial

### 1/5 — Screen constantly freezes

*2020-08-12, version 40.35.470055388*

Screen constantly freezes. It’s not my iPhone, because this is the only app that constantly freezes. I’ve restarted my iPhone several times. I’ve uninstalled and reinstalled the Channel 2 app. No joy.

### 5/5 — Outstanding coverage

*2020-04-11, version 40.35.290053041*

Channel 2 WCBD delivers timely, accurate news that I can use. The newscasters genuinely appear to like each other so the broad casts flow well from scene to scene. My favorite overall news is the early morning with Temple, Brad, Octavia, and Josh. They are simply the best around! Temple Ricke’s midday is awesome and Brendan, Carolyn, Rob, and the great sports team all knock themselves out to get it right and get it out there. The cub reporters are doing great work, as well. Whenever I travel I can’t wait to get back to my WCBD guys!

## Frequently asked questions about WCBD News 2

### What kind of news does the WCBD News 2 app provide?

The app delivers local news, including top stories from daily broadcasts and real-time developing news. It covers headlines in weather, traffic, and sports specifically for the Lowcountry region of South Carolina.

### What are the key features of the WCBD News 2 app?

Key features include watching video reports from reporters, reading articles about community events, detailed weather forecasts with an interactive radar map, live severe weather alerts, and the ability to save stories for later access.

### Is the WCBD News 2 app free to use?

Yes, the app is free to download and use. It is supported by advertisements, as indicated by its monetization model.

### What areas does the WCBD News 2 app cover?

The app focuses on delivering local news, weather, and traffic for the Lowcountry region of South Carolina. This includes Charleston, Berkeley, Dorchester, Colleton, Georgetown, and Williamsburg Counties.

### Can I get notified about important news events?

Yes, the app offers optional alerts for breaking news, ensuring you stay informed about significant events as they happen. You can also receive live alerts for severe weather conditions.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 510.0.1 — 2026-08-11

We've fixed some bugs and improved general performance.

### 509.0.0 — 2026-07-07

We've fixed some bugs and improved general performance.

### 508.0.0 — 2026-05-20

We've fixed some bugs and improved general performance.

### 507.0.0 — 2026-04-22

We've fixed some bugs and improved general performance.

### 505.0.0 — 2026-03-09

We've fixed some bugs and improved general performance.

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