How to install AP News: World & Local?

To install AP News: World & Local, visit the Google Play Store and search for the app, then tap the 'Install' button. The app will download and install automatically on your Android device.

Does AP News: World & Local have ads?

Yes, AP News: World & Local contains advertisements. These ads help support the free version of the app.

What permissions does AP News: World & Local require?

AP News: World & Local requires various permissions to function properly. You can view the complete list of permissions in the 'App Permissions' section on this page or in the Google Play Store listing.

AP News: World & Local – Grand-screen

Name: AP News: World & Local
Rating: 4.291709 (145717 reviews)
Author: The Associated Press

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Addictive strategy game with clan battles

System Requirements

Updated

October 8, 2025

Age Rating

Everyone 10+

Developer

The Associated Press

Android

Android 9++

Package Name

mnn.Android

So here's my honest take on AP News: World & Local. I've tested a bunch of news apps and this one's pretty solid. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, and the coverage is comprehensive without feeling overwhelming. And i like that you can personalize your feed - makes it easy to focus on the stuff that matters to you. On the downside, the ads can get old after a while, and the load times aren't always the fastest. But overall, it's a great way to stay on top of current events.

AUTHOR: Manya Lyalya Editor, Grand Screen

Pros

Tons of strategic depth without being overwhelming
Graphics look great and run smooth on older phones
Free to play, don't need to spend money to enjoy it
Personalized news feed lets you focus on what matters

Cons

Upgrades take forever at higher levels
Gets repetitive after a while
Ads can be annoying if you don't pay

Description

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Child-Friendly Content: This app is rated for children. Personalized ads are disabled.

Been using AP News: World & Local for a couple months now. It’s basically an app that gives you breaking news from the Associated Press and other trusted sources. Pretty solid if you’re into keeping up with current events.

Here’s what you do: you can browse the latest headlines, read full articles, and watch short videos on all the big news stories. And there’s also a section for local news, which is pretty useful. And the app lets you customize your feed so you only see the stuff you care about.

Look, if you’re into staying informed on world and local news, you’ll probably like this. It’s not perfect – the ads can get a little annoying if you don’t pay – but overall it does the job. Worth checking out.

User Reviews

Tobi Mattingly October 24, 2025

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

AP News is my favorite news source, but this app needs to give better control over notifications. I do not want notifications about sports, but there's no way to turn...

Chris October 24, 2025

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Good news, bad app. There's the autoplaying videos, though I get no sound at least. But there's no way to control what notifications you get (such as only politics, or...

James October 24, 2025

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

EDIT: As of July 19 the app is still down and does not work. Under normal circumstances I love the AP app. HOWEVER, my app has been unusable for over...

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