# Local Now: News, Movies & TV

> Stream Local News, Weather & Entertainment, with 1000s of Movies & TV Shows

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.weathergroup.localnow](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.weathergroup.localnow)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.weathergroup.localnow`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Weather Group, LLC
- **Category:** NEWS\_AND\_MAGAZINES
- **Downloads:** 2,836,259
- **Rating:** 3.97 / 5 (3,445 ratings)
- **Version:** 6.5.17
- **Last updated:** 2026-04-06
- **First published:** 2016-06-08
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 20 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-09
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.weathergroup.localnow)
- **Website:** [https://www.localnow.com](https://www.localnow.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://weathergroup.com/company/privacy-policy-0](http://weathergroup.com/company/privacy-policy-0)

## Description

Local Now is your ultimate streaming destination for free local news, weather updates, and entertainment. Enjoy over 400 live channels and thousands of Hollywood movies and TV shows spanning genres like comedy, nature, documentaries, sports, horror, and more. From national news and live courtroom programming to international favorites and Spanish-language content, Local Now offers a vast array of options for every viewer. Experience unlimited free access to premium entertainment and stay informed with the latest local updates, all in one place.

## Rankings

- #35,853 — Overall
- #130 — News and magazines (Free)

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.providers.tv.permission.READ_EPG_DATA`
- `com.android.providers.tv.permission.WRITE_EPG_DATA`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.huawei.appmarket.service.commondata.permission.GET_COMMON_DATA`
- `com.weathergroup.localnow.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users praise Local Now for free live TV, local news access, and a broad range of programming without a subscription. Many report it works well when functioning and offers enjoyable content. However, multiple reviews note stability issues: crashes, freezing, or won't open, especially after updates. Some channels fail to load and content quality is inconsistent. Location prompts and having to repeatedly set a location irritate users. Weather content is also questioned for accuracy. Overall, it’s appealing for free streaming, but reliability and channel availability need improvement.

### Pros

- Free streaming with no subscription required
- Live TV with a large number of channels
- Local news updates across multiple stations
- Entertaining and diverse programming available for free

### Cons

- Frequent crashes and some users can't open the app
- Some channels not loading or not working
- Content quality is inconsistent (some content is poor while other content is good)

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