241+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
NBC 5 Chicago is the household name in channel 5 news chicago, but it's far from the only option. We track 241+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.5★ (2K) | Yes | No | Sep 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free | 3.7★ (20K) | Yes | No | Sep 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.7★ (29K) | Yes | No | Sep 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.6★ (3.2K) | Yes | No | Sep 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.7★ (17K) | Yes | No | Sep 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | — | — | No | Aug 2026 | |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.7★ (6) | No | No | Aug 2026 | |
| 8 |  | Free | 3.0★ (109) | No | No | Sep 2026 |
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