# WUSA9 News — Breaking news & video

> Local news, weather, and live video for DC, Maryland, and Virginia. (iPhone/iPad app by Tegna Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wusa9-news/id434847893 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Tegna Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/416834327)
- Category: News, Weather
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 11,272 App Store ratings · 102 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 17.6 · 266 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-05-05
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wusa9-news/id434847893/reviews.md

## What is WUSA9 News?

Stay up-to-date with the latest news and weather in DC, Maryland and Virginia on the all-new free WUSA9 app.

Our app features the latest breaking news that impacts you and your family, interactive weather and radar, and live video from our newscasts and local events.

LOCAL & BREAKING NEWS
• Receive real-time notifications for breaking news
• Read the latest news as it happens in your area
• Explore exclusive investigative stories
• Browse photos, news clips, and raw video

LOCAL WEATHER
• Daily and hourly forecasts for your city
• The latest forecasts from our meteorologists
• Interactive radar maps
• Automated hyperlocal severe weather alerts

LIVE VIDEO
• Watch live video newscasts and breaking news from WUSA9

PERSONALIZATION
• Discover and dive into topics that matter to you
• Favorite topics to receive personalized updates

Other Features:
• Share stories & videos directly with your friends and family
• See the latest updates and behind the scenes photos from your favorite anchors and reporters
• Get information on school delays & closings as they happen
• Cast videos and livestreams directly to your TV or streaming device, so you can lean back and enjoy your favorite programming on your biggest screen.

This is the official app of WUSA and WUSA9.com, the CBS affiliate serving Virginia, Maryland and Washington, D.C.

Got feedback? Let us know how we can make this the best app experience for you! Send us a note at appfeedback@tegna.com.

Privacy Policy: https://www.wusa9.com/privacy
Do Not Sell My Information: https://www.wusa9.com/do-not-sell-my-information
Terms of Service: https://www.wusa9.com/terms

## Key features

- Breaking news notifications
- Interactive weather radar
- Live video newscasts
- Personalized topic updates
- School delay & closing alerts
- Casting to TV/streaming devices

## Chart rankings

- #160 in Top Free · News (US App Store)

## What do users think of WUSA9 News?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Good app
- 👍 Reliable news reporting
- 👍 Useful for staying informed
- 👍 Accurate weather forecasts
- 👍 Positive team energy
- 👍 Trustworthy and honest

**Cons**

- 🐛 Slow updates
- 🔍 Too many ads
- 🔍 Ads interfere with content
- 🔍 Certain local weather forecasts not visible due to ads

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App frequently crashes
- Videos often freeze or fail to load

**Most requested features**

- Add historical weather data for comparison
- Improve update frequency
- Reduce ad interruptions

## Recent user reviews (10 of 102)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wusa9-news/id434847893/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Poor for streaming

*2026-08-22, version 50.21.3*

Trying to watch a Commanders preseason game is damn near impossible.  The numerous freezing and having to restart the app is frustrating.  Do not download.

### 2/5 — No search feature

*2026-07-31, version 50.18.4*

There’s no search feature. When I click a story notification, it takes me to the home page and I can never find the actual story to read more about it

### 1/5 — Just videos

*2026-07-16, version 50.16.0*

This app now is just videos and never updates. I used to be able to see the reports based on region. Now I am stuck trying to find a news app for the DMV that actually updates and I can read per region without the 50 million videos.

### 5/5 — Spot on information shared on this station

*2026-07-08, version 50.15.4*

I stay informed listening to wusa news!!!

### 5/5 — Definitely Not Fake News

*2026-06-29, version 50.14.0*

You guys are on point delivering factual, quality, content to the world. Proceed Governor!

### 1/5 — Update horrible to navigate

*2026-04-10*

I used to love this app, but the new update is horrible to navigate. It prioritizes videos and I want to read the stories, the old version also grouped stories together by state and location. I don’t see that option. Unfortunately I don’t think I will keep using this app anymore.  I don’t want to scroll to find stories, just a place with a list of headlines that I can read.

### 2/5 — Update without Landscape Mode

*2026-04-02, version 50.8.2*

I have used and loved this app for years, but why is landscape mode gone?  It is really annoying and while I still enjoy the content, I probably won’t use it nearly as often.

### 1/5 — Latest update is awful

*2026-03-30*

What happened to dark mode? App update is only showing in a bright white mode and there is no way to change this view? Also the articles are a big mess on trying to look at what is news. It wasn’t great before and now it’s even worse. And notifications aren’t really a help. You click on the story you want to read and it does not take you directly to it. Not sure what you were going for with this update but it’s terrible.

### 5/5 — The best

*2026-03-16, version 46.5.5*

Best news station out there

### 5/5 — Detailed news

*2026-02-12, version 46.5.5*

Get more details than other news apps

## Frequently asked questions about WUSA9 News

### What kind of news does this app provide?

This app provides local and breaking news specifically for the Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia areas. It includes general news, investigative stories, and updates on school delays and closings.

### What are the key features of the WUSA9 News app?

Key features include real-time breaking news notifications, detailed local weather forecasts with interactive radar maps, live video streaming of newscasts and events, and personalized news feeds based on your favorite topics.

### Is the WUSA9 News app free to use?

Yes, the app is free to download and use. While the description mentions 'free WUSA9 app', it also indicates 'hasAds': true, suggesting it is supported by advertisements.

### What devices is the WUSA9 News app compatible with?

The app is designed for mobile devices. It also supports casting videos and livestreams directly to your TV or streaming device, allowing you to view content on a larger screen.

### How can I personalize my news feed?

You can personalize your news feed by discovering and diving into topics that matter to you. By favoriting specific topics, you will receive tailored updates relevant to your interests.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 50.23.1 — 2026-08-25

Bug Fixes

### 50.21.3 — 2026-08-13

bug fixes

### 50.21.1 — 2026-08-11

submit

### 50.20.2 — 2026-08-07

Bug fixes and improvements

### 50.19.0 — 2026-07-31

update

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