# Columbus Dispatch: Local News

> Local and national news, spectacular photography, and rich video content.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.dispatch.coldispatch](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.dispatch.coldispatch)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.dispatch.coldispatch`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** USA TODAY Co.
- **Category:** NEWS\_AND\_MAGAZINES
- **Downloads:** 66,969
- **Rating:** 2.50 / 5 (780 ratings)
- **Version:** 8.10.3
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-05
- **First published:** 2014-03-20
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 133 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-17
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dispatch.coldispatch)
- **Website:** [https://myusatodaynetwork.com](https://myusatodaynetwork.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.gatehousemedia.com/privacy-policy/](http://www.gatehousemedia.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

We're devoted to elevating the Columbus community—uncovering, understanding, and sharing stories that shape our city's narrative. From weather updates to in-depth investigations, our app delivers trusted journalism and compelling visuals to keep you informed about Columbus.

App features include real-time breaking news alerts, a personalized For You feed tailored to Columbus interests, engaging podcasts, and the eNewspaper replica for a seamless reading experience. We provide comprehensive Columbus sports coverage (Blue Jackets, Crew, Buckeyes) and Ohio politics, plus flexible subscription options via Google Play for ongoing access.

## Rankings

- #265,268 — Overall
- #62 — News and magazines (Gross)

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.AD_SERVICES_CONFIG`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN`
- `android.permission.BROADCAST_STICKY`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.DOWNLOAD_WITHOUT_NOTIFICATION`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.alarm.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.dispatch.coldispatch.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Users appreciate the quality local journalism of the Columbus Dispatch but are frustrated by the app's frequent pop-up ads, persistent login issues, instability, and poor navigation. Many subscribers cannot access their paid content properly and face intrusive ads and app crashes. Features like printing, sharing, and accessing past editions are lacking, diminishing the overall user experience and causing some to consider canceling subscriptions.

### Pros

- The Columbus Dispatch newspaper content is of good quality and has been a trusted local news source for many years.
- Some users appreciate the availability of puzzles and special features like the crossword and Sudoku, even if print options are lacking.
- Push notifications alert users to new stories.

### Cons

- Frequent and intrusive pop-up ads despite being a paid subscription app.
- Persistent login and authentication issues preventing access to subscriber content.
- The app is unstable, often crashing or requiring frequent reinstallations to function properly.
- Print and share options are limited or missing, especially for puzzles and specific content.
- Navigation is difficult with missing features like the sections menu, and users struggle to find articles or past editions.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.dispatch.coldispatch)