The Charlotte Observer NC News

The McClatchy Company · News

4.3 3.9K ratings Free

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Chart standing · US

Top Grossing Magazines & Newspapers
#74
Best #41 ▲ 22
Top Grossing News
#94
Best #57 ▼ 37

What changed · US

Listing changes AppTracker has observed for this app in this storefront — new versions, price moves, rating shifts, and store copy.

Sep 19, 2026
Rating ★ 4.3 → 4.31
Sep 9, 2026
New version 11.1.17 → 11.1.18

This hotfix addresses background issues with analytics event tracking and privacy prompt handling, plus improves how app installs are recorded.

Aug 26, 2026
Rating ★ 4.28 → 4.3
Aug 26, 2026
New version 11.1.15 → 11.1.17

Price & rating history · US

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Average rating history over the observed period. 4.20 4.25 4.30 4.35 Aug 23 Sep 5 Sep 18 Oct 2 Oct 15

Average rating · ★ 4.31 now · 2 changes on record

Ratings breakdown · US

The star breakdown behind this app's rating in this storefront.

5★ 65% 2.6K
4★ 20% 775
3★ 5% 177
2★ 3% 100
1★ 8% 318

In-app purchases · US

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Subscriptions
Montly Subscription $15.99/ month
Annual Subscription $159.99/ year

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About

The Charlotte Observer local newspaper app is faster and easier to use. Read or watch daily local news coverage, investigative reporting, national headline news, crime, sports, local business, and more from Charlotte and communities across Mecklenburg, Union, Cabarrus, York, Iredell, Gaston and Catawba counties. The Charlotte Observer local newspaper is your trusted source for local, daily journalism serving the Charlotte region. Our newsroom delivers reporting on local government, public safety, education, courts, business, and community developments affecting residents throughout the seven county region in North Carolina and South Carolina, alongside statewide coverage and national headline news. We bring you real time updates on news from Charlotte, Concord, Fort Mill, Monroe, Lake Norman, Gastonia, Mooresville, Hickory and Rock Hill, and from communities such as Ballantyne, University City, Mint Hill, Steele Creek and more. LOCAL NEWS • Daily local news and stories from around the Carolinas • AI generated summaries on all articles reviewed by our newsroom • The Charlotte Observer local newspaper opinions, editorials and columns you love • Edition, a digital destination for the latest news, features, and insights. Like the printed newspaper, it is intended to be a complete report of the day’s news compiled by our editors overnight LIVE VIDEO • Watch live video of local news stories and national news coverage • View stunning photos and videos of local news and community events LOCAL SPORTS • Full coverage reporting on local, pro and college sports teams • Stay connected to your favorite teams and favorite sports writers PERSONALIZATION • Stay informed on the topics and articles that matter to you • Favorite topics to get personalized feeds. • Search for news articles, videos, games and more • Bookmark news articles to read later • Read articles your way with full support for dark mode and light mode Other Features • Browse articles by category • Share articles on Facebook, X Twitter or by email • Comment on news articles • Access and download previous issues of our local newspaper • Recharge and unwind with our puzzles and games GET DAILY NEWS AND MORE WITH THE CHARLOTTE OBSERVER LOCAL NEWSPAPER APP The Charlotte Observer covers North Carolina and South Carolina like no other media in our area. Wherever you go, stay connected to news that’s important to you. Download our local newspaper app today to stay informed on local daily news, crime, sports, national headlines, and more. Read our Privacy policy here: https://mcclatchy.com/privacy-policy Read our Terms of Service here: https://www.charlotteobserver.com/customer-service/terms-of-service/text-only/ For California Residents: To learn more about managing your sharing preferences and Do Not Sell My Info rights visit https://www.mcclatchy.com/ccpa-pp

What's new · 11.1.18

This hotfix addresses background issues with analytics event tracking and privacy prompt handling, plus improves how app installs are recorded.

Details

ReleasedDec 2010
UpdatedJul 2026
Version11.1.18
Size151.4 MB
RequiresiOS 17.0 or later
Age rating12+
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
PriceFree
Categories NewsMagazines & Newspapers
Bundle IDcom.mcclatchy.charlotte