# FOX 32 Chicago: News

> Chicago and Northwest Indiana news, weather, traffic, and sports from WFLD

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.fox.droid.foxwfld](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.fox.droid.foxwfld)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.fox.droid.foxwfld`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** Fox Television Stations, Inc.
- **Category:** NEWS\_AND\_MAGAZINES
- **Downloads:** 129,840
- **Rating:** 3.89 / 5 (1,254 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.51.1
- **Last updated:** 2024-02-23
- **First published:** 2015-01-26
- **Size:** 35 MB
- **Data as of:** 2025-03-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fox.droid.foxwfld)
- **Website:** [https://www.fox32chicago.com/](https://www.fox32chicago.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.fox32chicago.com/privacy-policy](http://www.fox32chicago.com/privacy-policy)

## Description

FOX 32 Chicago: News is an essential app for staying informed with local and national news, live video streams, real-time weather forecasts, and in-depth sports coverage, including updates on your favorite teams like the Bears, Bulls, and Cubs. Enjoy breaking news alerts and access a variety of topics that matter most to you. Connect with FOX 32 Chicago for comprehensive news coverage wherever you go.

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_INTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `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

### Pros

- Some users appreciate the live streaming feature when it works.
- Users enjoy the content provided, stating it is useful for news updates.
- The app has been recommended for those without cable or satellite.

### Cons

- Frequent issues with video playback and loading times.
- Notifications often redirect users to irrelevant content.
- Repetitive news articles and limited variety in content.
- Awkward layout and navigation difficulties post-update.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.fox.droid.foxwfld)