FOX 8

Name: FOX 8
Rating: 3.4024897 (3932 reviews)
Author: Nexstar Inc.

By: Nexstar Inc.

Livestreaming, breaking news alerts, and Cleveland and Akron news from FOX 8.

Features & Capabilities

The FOX 8 Chrome extension delivers real-time local news from Cleveland and Akron directly to your device. Enjoy livestreaming of newscasts, breaking news notifications, detailed weather reports with interactive radar, and school closings. The app allows users to watch videos and read articles simultaneously, save stories for later, and share news easily on social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter. Stay informed anytime, anywhere with timely alerts and comprehensive coverage from trusted FOX 8 reporters.

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Version:

508.0.0 Last updated: 2026-05-20

Version code:

2023111528

Creation date:

2013-01-16

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT Moderate risk
com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID Moderate risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE Low risk

Size:

67.69MB

Email:

dm*****@localtvllc.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-07

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# 132,146 ▼ 406

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Developed by:

Nexstar Inc.

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.foxeigflash.localtv

Email:

dm*****@localtvllc.com

Website:

http://www.fox8.com

User Reviews

Users appreciate local news and live broadcasts from FOX 8 Cleveland, but the app suffers from frequent crashes, freezing, and unreliable live streaming. Excessive ads and poor article loading—often resulting in white or blank screens—frustrate users. Update requirements and intrusive prompts also detract from the experience. Overall, users find the app unreliable and difficult to use due to technical issues and ad overload.

Pros

Provides local news content from FOX 8 Cleveland.
Includes live broadcast streaming features (although unreliable).
Notifies users about breaking news and updates.

Cons

App frequently crashes and freezes while reading news articles or watching live streams.
Excessive and intrusive advertisements disrupt user experience, including full-screen ads and pop-ups.
News articles often fail to load properly; white screens appear after clicking stories or when attempting to continue reading.
Live streaming functionality is unreliable or unavailable after updates.
The app requires frequent updates, and update prompts sometimes prevent usage or cause frustration.