NBC Chicago

NBC Chicago is a news organization that provides local, breaking news, weather updates, sports coverage, and entertainment content to the Chicago area. The company is owned by NBCUniversal and operates out of NBC Tower in Chicago. The station's mission is to serve diverse English- and Spanish-speaking audiences with accurate and timely information across multiple platforms. Some of the key personalities at NBC Chicago include Kevin Cross, President and General Manager; Sally Ramirez, Senior Vice President of News; Akemi Harrison, News Director; and Brant Miller, Chief Meteorologist for the NBC 5 Storm Team. The station is known for its award-winning investigative journalism and original documentaries, as well as its comprehensive coverage of major events and issues affecting the Chicago area.

Biography:  https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/about-us/2951228/

82%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

95%

Examples:

  • The author has a strong bias towards reporting the truth and presenting accurate information.
  • The author often includes sources for their claims, but sometimes relies on unnamed sources or second-hand information.
  • There is a tendency to present only one side of the story, which can be misleading.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • The author does not appear to have any financial or personal ties that could influence their coverage.
  • There is no evidence of conflicts of interest in the reporting.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Contradictions are occasionally found in the articles, but they are usually minor and do not significantly impact the overall accuracy of the reporting.
  • In some cases, contradictions may be due to outdated information or errors that have been corrected in later articles.

Deceptions

50%

Examples:

  • However, these instances are rare and do not appear to be a deliberate attempt at deception.
  • The author occasionally uses sensationalist language and misleading headlines to grab attention.
  • There are instances of the author relying on clickbait and false claims to drive traffic.

Recent Articles

Former Chicago Alderman Ed Burke Sentenced to Prison for Corruption: A Longtime Politician's Fall from Grace

Former Chicago Alderman Ed Burke Sentenced to Prison for Corruption: A Longtime Politician's Fall from Grace

Broke On: Monday, 24 June 2024 Former Chicago Alderman Ed Burke, a 54-year political veteran and Finance Committee chair, was sentenced to two years in prison and fined $2 million for racketeering, bribery, and extortion convictions on June 24, 2024. Despite letters of support from prominent figures like former federal prosecutor Dan Webb and his wife Anne - a former Illinois Supreme Court justice - Burke was convicted for using his power to force developers to hire his law firm in exchange for political favors.
Chicago Measles Outbreak: 65 Cases Reported as Health Officials Urge Vaccinations and School Monitoring

Chicago Measles Outbreak: 65 Cases Reported as Health Officials Urge Vaccinations and School Monitoring

Broke On: Tuesday, 09 April 2024 A measles outbreak in Chicago and its surrounding areas has infected 65 people as of April 18, 2024. The most recent case was identified at a Sam's Club store in Evergreen Park, and anyone who visited between 10 a.m. and 2:45 p.m. on April 9 may have been exposed. Measles is highly contagious and can result in fever, coughing, rash, and conjunctivitis. Illinois health departments are urging schools to monitor vaccination statuses and encourage MMR shots to reduce the risk of infections.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued in Cook County with Multiple Tornado Touchdowns Reported

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued in Cook County with Multiple Tornado Touchdowns Reported

Broke On: Wednesday, 28 February 2024 A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for Cook County on Tuesday, February 27th. Multiple tornado touchdowns were reported in the western suburbs of Chicago as a cluster of strong thunderstorms raced through the area. The storm system affected much of northern Illinois and included record-high temperatures in the Chicago area on Monday and Tuesday afternoon, followed by a rapid cooldown which will see wind chill values drop to below 0 degrees in much of the region.
Winter Storm Alert: Chicago to Expect 1-3 Inches of Snow on Monday Night into Tuesday Morning Commute

Winter Storm Alert: Chicago to Expect 1-3 Inches of Snow on Monday Night into Tuesday Morning Commute

Broke On: Tuesday, 09 January 2024 A winter storm is set to hit Chicago on Monday, January 8th. The first round of snow will begin late Monday night into early Tuesday morning and could bring between 1 and 3 inches of precipitation to the city, transitioning into a rain/snow mix throughout the Tuesday morning commute. Areas south of Chicago are expected to get the heaviest wet snow.

October's Full Hunter's Moon Illuminates Sky, Coincides with Partial Lunar Eclipse

Broke On: Friday, 20 October 2023 The full Hunter's Moon illuminated the night sky over the weekend. This year's Hunter's Moon coincided with a partial lunar eclipse.