Li Cohen
Li Cohen is a senior social media producer for CBS News. Li graduated from Nova Southeastern University in South Florida in 2017 with a degree in communication and media studies before getting her master's degree in journalism at NYU in 2019. Li started her career in South Florida at The Seminole Tribune, a newspaper run by The Seminole Tribe of Florida, where she reported on local and national tribal issues and events while also serving as copy editor. Before joining CBS News, where she primarily covers environmental and social justice issues and produces documentaries, she covered local news at amNewYork. She has won awards for her environmental, news and coverage of Native issues, been a nominee for The Webby Awards and has won an Anthem Award for the CBS News climate change-focused Instagram page, @CBSNewsPlanet. Li Cohen is known to have a strong sense of empathy for marginalized communities and a focus on environmental and social justice issues. She also appears to have a tendency to include emotional language and personal opinions in her reporting.
Biography:
https://www.cbsnews.com/team/li-cohen/
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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
87%
Examples:
- The author appears to have a strong sense of empathy for marginalized communities, as evidenced by their coverage of Native American issues.
- The author has a tendency to include emotional language and personal opinions in their reporting. They also seem to have a focus on environmental and social justice issues.
- There are instances of the author highlighting the negative consequences of human actions on the environment and criticizing those who deny climate change.
Conflicts of Interest
75%
Examples:
- However, there are also instances where it can be inferred that the author may have a personal interest in certain topics, such as environmental issues.
- There are instances where the author discloses potential conflicts of interest, such as the connection between high-income nations and those considered middle- or low-income in terms of e-waste disposal.
Contradictions
85%
Examples:
- The author also reports on inconsistencies in government policies and actions related to environmental issues, such as the lack of enforcement of recycling laws.
- There are instances where the author reports on contradictions in data or actions, such as the discrepancy between official records and unofficial estimates of electronic waste generated globally.
Deceptions
75%
Examples:
- There are also instances where the author's personal opinions or emotions may influence their reporting, which could potentially lead to deceptive practices.
- There are instances where the author uses misleading language or presents information in a way that could be considered deceptive. For example, stating that the amount of electronic waste generated in 2022 was enough to fill so many trucks that they could form a bumper-to-bumper traffic jam across the imaginary line that divides the northern and southern hemispheres.
Recent Articles
2024 Summer Olympics: Seine River's Contaminated Waters Pose Health Risks for Swimming Events
Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024The 2024 Summer Olympics face water quality issues as the Seine River, set to host swimming events, exceeds acceptable limits for E. coli and enterococci bacteria due to unfavorable hydrological conditions and upstream pollution. Contamination risks include diarrhea, urinary tract infections, and severe infections. Organizers remain optimistic about improving water quality but lack a backup plan. 2024 Summer Olympics: Seine River's Contaminated Waters Pose Health Risks for Swimming Events
Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024The 2024 Summer Olympics face water quality issues as the Seine River, set to host swimming events, exceeds acceptable limits for E. coli and enterococci bacteria due to unfavorable hydrological conditions and upstream pollution. Contamination risks include diarrhea, urinary tract infections, and severe infections. Organizers remain optimistic about improving water quality but lack a backup plan. Thai Elephant Gives Birth to Rare Male-Female Twins: A Miraculous Event at Ayutthaya Elephant Palace
Broke On: Saturday, 15 June 2024In a surprising turn of events, Asian elephant Chamchuri gave birth to rare twin calves - a male and a female - at Ayutthaya Elephant Palace and Royal Kraal in Thailand on June 7, 2024. The mother's initial reaction was chaotic, causing injury to one caretaker. Both calves required assistance due to the mother's difficulty providing milk for both. Buddhist monks blessed the family shortly after their arrival, which was described as a miracle amidst ongoing conservation efforts for endangered Asian elephants. 
South Florida Experiences Historic Flooding: 18 Inches of Rain, Flight Disruptions, and State of Emergency Declared
Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024Severe weather hit South Florida from June 12-14, 2024, causing heavy rainfall and flooding that disrupted travel and daily life. Miami International and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood airports reported numerous cancellations and delays. Governor Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency in several counties due to the life-threatening flooding, which dropped over a foot of rain in some areas. 
Record-Breaking CO2 Surge in 2024: Atmospheric Carbon Dioxide Levels Reach New Peak Amidst Extreme Weather Events
Broke On: Friday, 07 June 2024Carbon dioxide levels reached a new record high of 426.9 ppm in May 2024, marking the largest increase in NOAA's record despite plateauing fossil fuel emissions. This surge contributes to extreme weather events and ocean acidification, with 2023 and 2024 recording the hottest year and ocean temperatures on record respectively. NOAA Administrator Rick Spinrad emphasizes the importance of recognizing these signals and reducing fossil fuel use quickly. Unprecedented Global Heatwave: 12 Consecutive Months of Record-Breaking Temperatures and Its Impacts on Communities
Broke On: Tuesday, 04 June 2024Record-breaking heat for 12 consecutive months has led to extreme weather conditions and challenges for communities worldwide. Scientists attribute this trend to human-induced climate change caused by greenhouse gas emissions. The Paris Agreement aims to limit global warming, but current trends indicate we're far from achieving these targets. To minimize further warming, it's necessary to reduce emissions, adopt renewable energy sources, and take action against the fossil fuel industry. The UN Secretary-General urges immediate action towards a sustainable future. 
Iowa and USDA Report Over 4.2 Million Chickens Culled Due to HPAI H5N1 Outbreak in Sioux County
Broke On: Thursday, 30 May 2024Iowa and the USDA report HPAI H5N1 outbreaks at commercial layer farms in Sioux County, affecting over 4.2 million chickens. This is Iowa's first avian flu outbreak this year and adds to cases in other states. The virus has also affected mammals, including cats, foxes, and raccoons. Authorities urge biosecurity measures as the US has lost over 92 million birds since 2022 due to HPAI H5N1. 
Unprecedented Summer Heat: 2023 Surpasses 2,000-Year Record with a 2.2°C Increase in Northern Hemisphere Temperatures
Broke On: Tuesday, 14 May 2024Last summer, identified as the hottest in at least 2,000 years based on new research, was 2.2 degrees Celsius warmer than average Northern Hemisphere summer temperatures from 1 to 1890. Scientists attribute this extreme heat to human-induced greenhouse gas emissions and other factors like El Niño and reduced sulfur dioxide aerosol pollution. The Paris Agreement aims to limit global warming below 2.7 degrees Fahrenheit (1.5 degrees Celsius), but the Northern Hemisphere has already surpassed this threshold. Unprecedented Solar Storm of 2024: Stunning Auroras Light Up Northern Hemisphere, Potential Risks to Infrastructure
Broke On: Friday, 10 May 2024An unusually strong solar storm hits Earth on May 10-11, 2024, causing rare severe geomagnetic storm warnings and stunning auroras across the Northern Hemisphere. Two powerful solar flares sent billions of tons of plasma and magnetic fields towards Earth, resulting in vibrant displays of pink, green, and purple lights in Europe, North America, and beyond. NOAA advised operators to take precautions due to potential disruptions to power grids and communication networks. At least five coronal mass ejections are directed towards Earth from the large sunspot AR3664. 
Severe Solar Storm to Supercharge Northern Lights: NOAA Issues Rare Warning, Disruptions Expected
Broke On: Friday, 10 May 2024A rare severe geomagnetic storm watch is issued by NOAA due to the approaching solar storm on May 10, 2024. At least five coronal mass ejections are expected, potentially causing power grid disruptions and triggering northern lights as far south as Alabama and northern California.
