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Download ABC7 Chicago APK 8.73.0 arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64 · Android 23+

By Disney • Updated May 05, 2026
News & Magazines arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64 Native (Java/Kotlin) 35.56 MB
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This is the arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64 build of ABC7 Chicago 8.73.0. Pick this build if your device's primary ABI matches.

File size: 35.6 MB   •   Min Android: 23   •   Target Android: 35   •   Version code: 53500392   •   Framework: Native (Java/Kotlin)   •   Permissions: 19

File Information

Package Namecom.abclocal.wls.news
Version Name8.73.0
Version Code53500392
Architecturearm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64
Min Android VersionAndroid 23 (API 35)
Main Activitycom.disney.bootstrap.activity.bootstrap.BootstrapActivity
FrameworkNative (Java/Kotlin)
File Size35.56 MB
Signature (SHA1)C64E807F266AB5EA39EEA738C0A09D177E7C1BDA
File Hash (SHA256)b83bb54e18270f0f8c86673dd5ab3fe3e41bc0305922d97a93c3c96344e1ee37

What's New

This release includes various bug fixes and improvements to continue providing a best-in-class news experience.

App Description

Watch Eyewitness News live and get breaking news alerts with the ABC7 Chicago app. Stay updated with the latest local and national news and the AccuWeather forecast, Get more live video than ever before with the 24/7 live stream.

WATCH

- Watch Eyewitness News Live on the 24/7 streaming channel

- Looking for videos that aired in a newscast or entire newscasts you might have missed? Find those under the "videos" tab

- Use the “picture in picture” feature to watch live video while you use other apps on your phone

EXPLORE

- Find a news story by entering a keyword into the search bar

- Browse news by topic, including I-Team, Safety Tracker, Politics and more!

WEATHER

- Easily choose your locations to get hourly conditions and 7-day forecast

- Get real-time Doppler maps along with detailed weather information

- Get weather and traffic alerts for severe conditions so you’re always up-to-date before you go

MY NEWS

- Stay informed on stories that matter to you by choosing topics you care about

-“My News” builds a unique feed just for you based on interests and locations you choose

- Choose customized alerts for topics and locations you care about, from entertainment news to sports updates and everything in between
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APK Permissions 19

  • android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID
  • android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION
  • android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS
  • android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION
  • android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE
  • android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE
  • android.permission.AD_SERVICES_CONFIG
  • android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE
  • android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK
  • android.permission.INTERNET
  • android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS
  • android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE
  • android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC
  • android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT
  • android.permission.WAKE_LOCK
  • com.abclocal.wls.news.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION
  • com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE
  • com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE
  • com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID

Frequently Asked Questions about ABC7 Chicago APK

This variant is built for devices that report `arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64` as their primary ABI. If your device's CPU matches, this is the smallest, fastest version to install.

Yes — the APK's signature has been cryptographically verified against the publisher's signing key. The SHA-256 hash is shown in the File Information panel so you can independently confirm the file matches the original release.

Android 23 (API level 35) or newer. Older devices will refuse the install.

Install a free app like 'CPU-Z' or 'Droid Hardware Info' from the Play Store and look at the ABI / Instruction Set row. Most phones made after 2017 are arm64-v8a; if in doubt, download the universal variant.

All variants are functionally identical — same features, same version. They differ only in which CPU architectures the native code is compiled for, and (sometimes) which screen densities the included graphics target. Pick the one that matches your device for the smallest install size, or pick 'Universal' if you're unsure.