The Charlotte Observer News is a full version iPhone application developed by McClatchy Interactive that offers the latest news and updates from the Carolinas. The app provides real-time updates on local and breaking news from seven counties, including Mecklenburg, Union, Cabarrus, York, Iredell, Gaston, and Catawba. The Charlotte Observer News app covers topics like banking, politics, education, weather, traffic, crime, sports, arts and entertainment, food, faith, health, and national news.

The Charlotte Observer News app also provides coverage of local sports teams like Carolina Panthers, Charlotte Hornets, and NASCAR, and school sports like 49ers, Tar Heels, and Blue Devils. The app also offers features like breaking news alerts, stunning photo galleries, local and national videos from dozens of news sources, editorials, columns, and obituaries. You can share stories and galleries on social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and email. Additionally, the app provides an app-native eEdition of the printed newspaper, including 60 additional pages in the ExtraExtra section. Stay connected to news that’s important to you with The Charlotte Observer News app.