NBC LA: News, Weather

The weather radar is an interactive map that shows real-time precipitation moving across the Los Angeles area. You can zoom in on your neighborhood and see where rain is heading, which helped one user beat a storm home by checking the radar before leaving a meeting.

Yes, the app includes a reliable live stream of NBC LA's noon news and other broadcasts, which you can watch on your phone during lunch or any break. Users have found it handy for catching up on local news without needing a TV.

Performance can be inconsistent—some days the app is snappy, but other times loading video or tapping an article causes a few seconds of stutter. This is a known frustration, and clearing the app cache or restarting your device may help temporarily.

The 'For You' feed can feel random, sometimes showing stories from far-off areas while missing local news. Try double-checking your location settings in the app and refreshing the feed, but note that personalization may still be unreliable based on user feedback.

The NBC LA app's push alerts for major breaking news, like a highway closure, can be faster than Waze's updates. However, Waze is better for real-time navigation and rerouting, while NBC LA is more useful for getting a quick overview of traffic and weather before you drive.