WCIA News App
Your Local News, Anytime, Anywhere
• News has never been closer to home than it is now – right in the palm of your hand.
• The WCIA mobile app is designed to keep Central Illinois residents informed with the latest updates from trusted local reporters.
• Whether it’s a breaking development, a feature story, or weather alerts, the app lets you stay connected to your community no matter where you are.
• The WCIA mobile app delivers top stories from our daily television broadcasts, as well as reports on events unfolding in real-time.
• From urgent breaking news to in-depth political coverage, sports highlights, and lifestyle features from ciLiving, you’ll find the information you need presented in a format perfectly optimized for your mobile device.
News Coverage
• Access stories from WCIA’s daily newscasts.
• Stay updated on developing news as it happens, with timely push notifications.
• Read detailed articles and watch video reports featuring WCIA’s trusted journalists on location.
Weather Updates
• Plan your day and week with accurate forecasts tailored to Central Illinois.
• Receive live alerts for severe weather conditions in your area.
• Use the interactive radar map to track storms and monitor weather patterns in real time.
Breaking News Alerts
• Enable optional alerts to be notified instantly of major events and urgent updates.
• Choose the level of notifications that suits your lifestyle and information needs.
Convenience Features
• Save stories to read later when you have more time.
• Access content anywhere, whether you’re at home, at work, or on the move.
• Navigate easily through a mobile-friendly design built for quick browsing.
With the WCIA News App, staying informed is simple, fast, and reliable.
Whether you’re interested in the latest headlines, planning for the weather, or following your favorite sports teams, WCIA puts the news of Central Illinois directly in your hands – helping you stay connected to the place you call home.
FAQ
Q: Which types of news content can I find in the app?
A: You’ll discover a rich mix of content ranging from urgent breaking news to in-depth investigative pieces produced by WCIA’s award-winning reporters. Every day you can read detailed articles and watch on-scene video reports of local events, catch debates and updates on political races, check out sports recaps and highlights, and browse lifestyle features from our ciLiving team. All of this is presented in a mobile‐friendly format designed to load quickly and keep you informed on the go.
Q: How do I receive push notifications for breaking news or weather alerts?
A: When you first install the WCIA News App, you’ll be prompted to allow notifications. Simply tap “Allow” to receive instant updates on breaking developments or severe weather in your area. If you’ve already installed the app, you can manage your alerts by opening the app’s Settings menu, navigating to “Notifications,” and toggling the alerts you want to receive. This way, you’ll only be notified about the stories and weather situations most important to you.
Q: Can I customize which alerts I receive?
A: Absolutely. The WCIA News App lets you tailor notification preferences so you get exactly the alerts you need without feeling overwhelmed. In the Settings section, you can choose to receive only breaking news, severe weather warnings, sports scores, or ciLiving lifestyle updates. You can also set quiet hours if you’d rather not be disturbed late at night, and you can adjust the geographic range of weather alerts to match your commute or home address.
Version History
v502.0.2——30 Dec 2025
WCIA 3 News App is your local news leader's app for news, weather and sports. Download the latest version of WCIA News App to enjoy new features and updates immediately!
*502.0.2
We’ve fixed some bugs and improved general performance.
*501.0.0
We’ve fixed some bugs and improved general performance.
*500.8.0
We’ve fixed some bugs and improved general performance.
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