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The Sacramento Bee newspaper

The Sacramento Bee newspaper

Android McClatchy
1.9 Popularity

Addictive local news app for Sacramento

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Updated
August 14, 2025
Age Rating
Everyone 10+
Developer
Android
Android 8.0++
Package Name
com.ap.sacramento

So here's my honest take on The Sacramento Bee newspaper app. I've tried a bunch of local news apps and this one's pretty solid overall. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, and I like how quickly it delivers the latest updates. And the ability to get breaking news alerts is super handy too. On the downside, the ads can get a bit intrusive at times, and the selection of articles/content doesn't always feel as comprehensive as I'd like. But for a free app, it's a pretty good option if you want to stay connected to what's happening in Sacramento.

Manya Lyalya
AUTHOR: Manya Lyalya Editor, Grand Screen

Pros

  • Tons of local news, sports, and community coverage
  • Nice clean interface that's easy to use
  • Breaking news alerts keep you in the loop
  • Ability to share articles on social media
  • Free to download and use

Cons

  • Ads can get a little annoying
  • Not always the most in-depth reporting
  • Doesn't have as many features as some other news apps
  • Can feel a bit repetitive after using it for a while
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Been using The Sacramento Bee newspaper app for a couple months now. It’s basically a way to get the latest news and updates from the Sacramento area – everything from local stories to sports, weather, and more. Pretty solid app if you’re into keeping up with what’s going on around town.

Here’s what you can do: there’s a section for breaking news alerts so you always know what’s happening. You can also read articles, check out photos and videos, and even share stuff on social media. It’s got a bunch of different categories to browse through like politics, crime, and community events.

Look, if you live in or around Sacramento, you’ll probably find this app really useful. It’s not perfect – the ads can get a bit annoying sometimes – but overall it does a good job of keeping you informed on what’s going on locally. Worth checking out if you want an easy way to stay up-to-date.

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