# The Oklahoman News

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

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ghm.oklahoman](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ghm.oklahoman)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.ghm.oklahoman`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** USA TODAY Co.
- **Category:** NEWS\_AND\_MAGAZINES
- **Downloads:** 24,041
- **Rating:** 3.41 / 5 (160 ratings)
- **Version:** 8.10.3
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-05
- **First published:** 2019-05-31
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 133 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ghm.oklahoman)
- **Website:** [https://www.myusatodaynetwork.com](https://www.myusatodaynetwork.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.gatehousemedia.com/privacy-policy/](http://www.gatehousemedia.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

From critically acclaimed journalism to stunning photography and engaging videos, The Oklahoman News app brings you the local coverage that matters most. Explore in-depth reporting on things to do around town, sports from high school to the pros, and more with a fast, streamlined reading experience.

Stay informed with real-time breaking news, sports scores, and weather alerts tailored to your interests. Customize your reading with saved stories, adjustable text size, night mode, and offline access, plus eNewspaper access including USA TODAY and 200+ local newspapers. The app is free to download with a sample of articles and offers auto-renewing subscriptions for full access.

## Rankings

- #403,715 — Overall
- #113 — 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.ghm.oklahoman.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 having local Oklahoma news and sports available through the app. However, common issues include persistent pop-up ads disrupting reading, frequent app crashes, and sign-in problems preventing access to paid subscriptions. Additionally, users find the app lacks full screen or landscape mode and has trouble providing access to previous editions. These issues have significantly impacted the user experience and satisfaction.

### Pros

- Provides access to local Oklahoma news and sports content
- Includes sports TV listings that some users find useful
- Offers digital subscription options

### Cons

- Frequent and intrusive pop-up advertisements hinder reading experience
- App often crashes or becomes unresponsive, affecting accessibility
- Users face issues signing in with existing subscriptions and accessing paid content
- Lack of full screen/landscape mode limits usability
- Difficulty accessing previous editions and certain sections of the newspaper

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