KIRO 7

Frankie Katafias is an award-winning journalist and weather anchor for KIRO 7. He joined the station in [year] after working as a freelance and part-time reporter in various cities across California. He has also worked as a multimedia journalist in Boise, Idaho, where he discovered his passion for forecasting weather.

Biography:  https://www.kiro7.com/author/frankie-katafias/

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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 is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

Bias

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  • KIRO 7 tends to focus on negative stories and tragedies, rather than positive or uplifting ones.
  • The articles provided by KIRO 7 are biased in favor of sensationalizing events and exaggerating their importance. They often use clickbaity headlines that do not match the content of the article or mislead readers about what they will find.

Conflicts of Interest

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Examples:

  • KIRO 7 does not always present balanced or objective perspectives on the issues they cover, which can affect how readers perceive and understand them.
  • The articles provided by KIRO 7 do not disclose any clear conflicts of interest in their reporting. However, given that they are a news outlet that may have ties to various organizations and individuals, there is always the potential for hidden biases or agendas.

Contradictions

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Examples:

  • KIRO 7 does not always provide accurate or complete information about the events they cover, leaving readers with a biased and incomplete understanding of what happened.
  • The articles provided by KIRO 7 are full of contradictions in their reporting. They often present information that is not verified or sourced properly and sometimes even contradict themselves within the same article.

Deceptions

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Examples:

  • KIRO 7 does not always provide complete or accurate information about the events they cover, leaving readers with a distorted and misleading view of what happened.
  • The articles provided by KIRO 7 are deceptive in their presentation of information. They often use emotional language or dramatic imagery to manipulate readers' feelings and opinions.

Recent Articles

Whooping Cough Surges in US: Over 4,800 Cases Reported in Mid-2024 - A Triple Increase from Last Year

Whooping Cough Surges in US: Over 4,800 Cases Reported in Mid-2024 - A Triple Increase from Last Year

Broke On: Thursday, 06 June 2024 Whooping cough cases in the US surged by nearly three times in 2024, with over 4,800 reported cases as of mid-June. Oregon and Washington saw the most significant increases. The reasons for this surge are unclear but may be linked to decreased vaccination rates and COVID-19 pandemic disruptions. Health officials urge everyone to stay up-to-date on vaccinations, particularly pregnant women, and encourage good hygiene practices to prevent spread.
Potential Measles Exposure at Seattle-Tacoma Airport: Check Vaccination Status and Symptoms if You Were There on May 10 or 11

Potential Measles Exposure at Seattle-Tacoma Airport: Check Vaccination Status and Symptoms if You Were There on May 10 or 11

Broke On: Friday, 10 May 2024 An individual with a confirmed case of measles potentially exposed others at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, raising concerns in the Pacific Northwest. Public health officials urge travelers to check their vaccination status and seek medical attention if symptoms develop. Over 140 measles cases have been reported in the US this year, emphasizing the importance of vaccination for prevention.
President Biden's Seattle Visit: Local Leaders Welcome Him for Campaign Events, Temporary Flight Restriction and Road Closures Enforced

President Biden's Seattle Visit: Local Leaders Welcome Him for Campaign Events, Temporary Flight Restriction and Road Closures Enforced

Broke On: Friday, 10 May 2024 President Joe Biden visited Seattle on May 10-11, 2024 for campaign events. Local leaders welcomed him, including Gov. Jay Inslee and Rep. Pramila Jayapal. Biden attended receptions in Seattle and Medina, causing temporary flight restrictions and road closures at SEA Airport. SPU contractors performed pavement restoration on Sylvan Way SW during his visit, closing the road temporarily. The West Seattle Community Garage Sale Day took place concurrently with over 500 locations.
Cyclists Attacked by Cougar on Tokul Creek Trail in Washington State

Cyclists Attacked by Cougar on Tokul Creek Trail in Washington State

Broke On: Sunday, 18 February 2024 On February 18th, a group of five cyclists were attacked by a cougar while riding on the Tokul Creek trail in Washington State. One received injuries and was hospitalized with non-life-threatening wounds. The other four managed to hold off the animal until authorities arrived, who removed one subadult cougar before searching for more but found none.
Boeing to rework 50 planes due to design flaw in 737 Max jets production

Boeing to rework 50 planes due to design flaw in 737 Max jets production

Broke On: Monday, 05 February 2024 Boeing faces new problem with 737 Max jets, must rework 50 planes after internal memo reveals holes not drilled to spec. The issue is linked to the design flaw that caused two fatal crashes in 2018 and 2019, killing 346 people.

Pedestrian Killed, Several Injured as Bus Crashes into Building in Seattle

Broke On: Sunday, 05 November 2023
    A pedestrian was killed when a bus crashed into a building in Seattle's Belltown area. The incident occurred when a red sedan collided with the bus. The driver of the sedan is in critical condition and is being evaluated for signs of impairment. Eleven passengers on the bus sustained minor injuries. The part of the building hit by the bus was vacant at the time of the incident.