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The Minnesota Star Tribune — Addictive news app from Minnesota's top source

Android Star Tribune Media Company
4.3 GP
119,685+
Google Play

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Been using The Minnesota Star Tribune for a couple months now. It’s basically a news app that covers everything happening in the state – local, regional, national, even global news. Pretty solid if you wanna stay on top of what’s going on in Minnesota.

Here’s what you can do: you can browse through different sections to find stories, search for specific topics or reporters, and get breaking news alerts. There’s also the ability to share articles, leave comments, and discuss with other readers. Took me a bit to figure out all the features but it’s a pretty useful app overall.

Look, if you’re into staying informed about Minnesota news, you’ll probably like this. It’s not perfect – there are some ads that can get annoying – but it does the job. Worth checking out if you wanna get news from the state’s largest newsroom.

Editor Opinion

So here's my honest take on The Minnesota Star Tribune. I've tested a bunch of news apps and this one's pretty solid. The coverage is comprehensive, with in-depth reporting on local issues as well as national/global stories that affect Minnesotans. And the interface is clean and easy to navigate, though it did take me a little while to discover all the features. One thing I really like is the ability to engage with other readers through comments - it makes the experience more interactive. On the downside, the frequent ads can get a bit intrusive, and the app can feel a little bloated with all the different sections and tools. But overall, it's a reliable source for Minnesota news that I'd recommend checking out.

Manya Lyalya
Author Manya Lyalya Editor, Grand Screen

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Tons of news coverage from Minnesota's largest media outlet
  • Intuitive layout with easy browsing and search
  • Breaking news alerts keep you in the loop
  • Ability to share, comment, and discuss articles
  • Free to download and use

Cons

  • Ads can be intrusive and disruptive at times
  • Can feel overwhelming with all the different sections and features
  • Occasional bugs or crashes, especially on older devices

Specifications

Updated 05.08.2025
Age Rating Everyone 10+
Developer Star Tribune Media Company
Android Android 8.0++
Package Name com.startribune.android.newsclient

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4.3/5
1,203 reviews
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