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Best Wisconsin News Apps

223+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated May 2026

Looking for free wisconsin news apps? 20 of our 223+ tracked titles are free to download ā€” no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Top Picks for Wisconsin News

WISN 12 News - Milwaukee#1

WISN 12 News - Milwaukee by Hearst Television

Breaking News and Weather
Editor's Choice
šŸ“” News
4.5šŸ˜ž(4.3K ratings)
FreeAds
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Stay informed with breaking news and weather alerts from Milwaukee and surrounding areas. Get real-time updates on local, national, sports, and entertainment stories. Features include live streaming, interactive radar, and the ability to submit your own news tips and media.

What We Love

  • šŸ‘ Warm and friendly news reports/weather people
  • šŸš€ Comprehensive and accurate weather forecast
  • šŸ‘ Newsworthy station
  • šŸ‘ Top Notch!

Room to Improve

  • šŸ› Not updated often
  • šŸ” Too many ads
  • šŸ” Ads block articles
WLUK FOX 11#2

WLUK FOX 11 by Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc

Strong Contender
šŸ“” News
4.8šŸ˜ž(246 ratings)
FreeAds
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Get instant access to local and national news, weather, and sports. Watch live newscasts, receive breaking news alerts, and stay updated on traffic conditions with this redesigned, user-friendly application.

What We Love

  • šŸ“ŗ Trusted news and weather coverage
  • āœ… Live streaming capability
  • šŸ“± Works well on some devices (iPhone XR, iPad)
  • šŸŽÆ Accurate news reporting

Room to Improve

  • šŸ› Frequent crashes and freezing
  • šŸ“¢ Excessive advertisements and pop-ups
  • šŸ”„ Poor navigation and confusing layout
Channel 3000 | News 3 Now#3

Channel 3000 | News 3 Now by Evening Telegram Company

Worth Considering
šŸ“” News
4.5šŸ˜ž(6.5K ratings)
FreeAds
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Access breaking news, weather forecasts, and sports updates for Madison and South-Central Wisconsin. Watch live newscasts, view radar maps, and get alerts for storms and school closings.

What We Love

  • šŸ‘ Personable and authentic news team
  • šŸš€ Quick access to news and weather
  • šŸ’” Useful addition of obituaries

Room to Improve

  • šŸ› Frequent crashes and freezes
  • šŸ” Incomplete or outdated content
  • šŸ“¢ Excessive ads and pop-ups

More Wisconsin News apps to explore

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FOX LOCAL: Live News & Weather
FOX LOCAL: Live News & Weather
FOX LOCAL: Live News & Weather
Local News and Weather Alerts
Free

Access live local news, breaking alerts, and weather updates from your city's FOX station. Stream 24/7 news coverage, traffic, politics, sports, and more, all tailored to your community. Stay informed about local events and weather anytime, anywhere.

Live local news streamingBreaking news alertsReal-time weather forecasts
šŸ“” News
(16K)
free with in-app purchases
5
WMTV15 First Alert Weather
WMTV15 First Alert Weather
WMTV15 First Alert Weather
by Gray Television Group, Inc.
Free

Get hyper-local weather updates with high-resolution radar and satellite imagery. Receive severe weather alerts and future radar predictions to stay informed about changing conditions. Customize forecasts for your favorite locations.

250 meter radarHigh resolution satellite imageryFuture radar predictions
ā˜€ļø Weather
(6.1K)
ad-supported
6
27 News NOW - WKOW
27 News NOW - WKOW
27 News NOW - WKOW
by Allen Media Broadcasting LLC
Free

Stay informed with local and national news, weather forecasts, and sports updates for Madison and South Central Wisconsin. Access live streams, breaking news alerts, and comprehensive coverage of regional teams and high school sports.

Local and national news27 StormTrack Weather forecastsLive streaming news
šŸ“” News
(441)
ad-supported
7
Turing Vision: Video Security
Turing Vision: Video Security
Turing Vision: Video Security
AI-driven security and safety
Free

This app provides AI-driven security and safety solutions for businesses. It offers instant alerts, comprehensive historical data search, and remote access to live streams and recordings. Manage all your security devices from a single, encrypted platform.

AI-driven security and safetyInstant AI-based alertsSearch historical security data
šŸ”§ Utilities
(57)
free
8
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Breaking News + eNewspaper
Free

Access breaking news, in-depth investigations, and local sports coverage from Wisconsin's largest newsroom. Stay informed with real-time alerts, a personalized feed, and a digital replica of the print newspaper.

Breaking news alertsPersonalized news feedDigital eNewspaper replica
šŸ“” News
(5.7K)
free with in-app purchases
9
NORTHERN NEWS NOW
NORTHERN NEWS NOW
NORTHERN NEWS NOW
by Gray Television Group, Inc.
Free

Access comprehensive breaking news, severe weather coverage, and local news, weather, and sports from the Duluth, Minnesota, and Superior, Wisconsin regions. Stream newscasts live and receive breaking news alerts and video weather forecasts.

Breaking news coverageSevere weather alertsLive newscast streaming
šŸ“” News
(1.3K)
ad-supported
10
WDIO News Duluth-Superior
WDIO News Duluth-Superior
WDIO News Duluth-Superior
Iron Range & NW Wisconsin
Free

Get up-to-the-minute local news, weather forecasts, and sports scores for Duluth, Superior, Iron Range, and surrounding Wisconsin and Michigan areas. Stay informed with the latest headlines and updates from your community.

Up-to-the-minute news coverageLocal weather updatesSports scores
šŸ“” News
(4K)
ad-supported
11
Insight for Living
Insight for Living
Insight for Living
by Insight for Living
Free

Access current and popular broadcast messages, short wisdom videos, and articles on various faith-based topics. Share content easily through social media.

Listen to current broadcast messagesAccess popular message seriesWatch wisdom and humor videos
šŸŒŸ Lifestyle
(119)
free
12
News 9 WAOW
News 9 WAOW
News 9 WAOW
by Allen Media Broadcasting LLC
Free

Access local and national news, real-time weather forecasts, and live news streams. Stay updated on Wisconsin sports, including professional and high school teams, with comprehensive coverage.

Local and national news9 StormTrack Weather forecastsLive news streaming
šŸ“” News
(273)
ad-supported
13
Spectrum News: Local Stories
Spectrum News: Local Stories
Spectrum News: Local Stories
Daily Updates & Weather Alerts
Free

Get personalized local news, weather forecasts, and community information. Watch live news streams, read articles, listen to podcasts, and receive breaking news alerts tailored to your location. Available to Spectrum subscribers with a free trial for non-subscribers.

Personalized local newsLive news streamingWeather forecasts and radar
šŸ“” News
(50K)
free with in-app purchases
14
TMJ4 News
TMJ4 News
TMJ4 News
Local News, Weather, Sports
Free

Stay informed with real-time local news, breaking alerts, and live video streams. Get accurate weather forecasts, severe weather updates, and in-depth community reporting. Access top stories, recent updates, and interactive weather radar.

Breaking news alerts24/7 live streaming videoAccurate weather forecasts
šŸ“” News
(179)
ad-supported
15
FanTV App
FanTV App
FanTV App
Video Streaming Platform
Free

Watch your favorite long-form videos on this platform. Its user-friendly interface makes navigation and content access effortless.

Watch long-form videosUser-friendly interfaceEffortless navigation
šŸŒ Social Networking
(1)
free
16
WFRV Local 5 News
WFRV Local 5 News
WFRV Local 5 News
by Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc.
Free

Stay informed with local news, weather, and sports from Northeast Wisconsin. Access top stories, real-time updates, and detailed weather forecasts with interactive radar. Get breaking news alerts and save articles for later.

Top local storiesReal-time developing newsDetailed weather reports
šŸ“” News
(1.3K)
ad-supported
17
Wausau Daily Herald
Wausau Daily Herald
Wausau Daily Herald
Breaking News + eNewspaper
Free

Stay informed with local news, in-depth journalism, and real-time alerts. Access a digital replica of the print edition, along with national and other local eNewspapers. Customize your reading experience with features like offline access and adjustable text size.

In-depth local journalismBreaking news alertsSports coverage
šŸ“” News
(208)
free with in-app purchases
18
Oshkosh Northwestern
Oshkosh Northwestern
Oshkosh Northwestern
Breaking News + eNewspaper
Free

Stay informed with local news, in-depth journalism, and multimedia content. Receive real-time alerts for breaking news, sports scores, and weather. Customize your reading experience with offline access and adjustable text sizes.

In-depth local journalismBreaking news alertsSports coverage
šŸ“” News
(141)
free with in-app purchases
19
CBS 58 News
CBS 58 News
CBS 58 News
Breaking news and local video
Free

Stay informed with breaking news and local video updates from southeast Wisconsin. Access live newscasts, school closings, election results, and local sports coverage. Contribute your own photos and videos of breaking events.

Breaking news alertsLive newscast streamingSchool closings and election results
šŸ“” News
(7)
free
20
WGBA NBC 26 in Green Bay
WGBA NBC 26 in Green Bay
WGBA NBC 26 in Green Bay
Serving Northeast Wisconsin
Free

Access real-time local news, breaking alerts, and live video streams. Get accurate weather forecasts, severe weather updates, and in-depth local investigations. Connect with your community and stay informed about local issues and solutions.

Breaking news alerts24/7 live streaming newsAccurate weather forecasts
šŸ“” News
(35)
ad-supported