Nicholas Bogel-Burroughs

Nicholas Bogel-Burroughs is a reporter at The New York Times, covering a broad range of stories with a focus on criminal justice. Born and raised in upstate New York, he has spent his career reporting for various newspapers including The Baltimore Sun and The Albany Times Union. He has traveled extensively to cover trials, protests, wildfires, hurricanes and other stories across more than 20 states in the U.S.

Biography:  https://www.nytimes.com/by/nicholas-bogel-burroughs

80%

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

90%

Examples:

  • The author has a focus on covering high-profile trials and the criminal justice system, which may lead to a potential for sensationalism or selective coverage.

Conflicts of Interest

75%

Examples:

  • The author has worked for multiple newspapers, including The Baltimore Sun and The Albany Times Union. There is a potential for conflicts of interest when reporting on stories related to these organizations.

Contradictions

88%

Examples:

  • In one article, contradictions were found regarding the court clerk Rebecca Hill's role in the Alex Murdaugh murder trial. The author reported that Hill made fleeting and foolish comments during the trial and that the judge ruled these comments did not affect the jury verdict.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • In some articles, the author uses passive voice and avoids attributing opinions to sources, which may lead to a lack of clarity or misleading information.

Recent Articles

Convicted Murderer Ramiro Gonzales Faces Execution Amid Debate Over Rehabilitation and Probability of Future Violence

Convicted Murderer Ramiro Gonzales Faces Execution Amid Debate Over Rehabilitation and Probability of Future Violence

Broke On: Thursday, 25 January 2001 Convicted killer Ramiro Gonzales, who abducted, raped, and murdered 18-year-old Bridget Townsend in 2001, is set for execution on January 25, 2023. Despite his lawyers' claims that he has rehabilitated through faith and ministry work behind bars and unsuccessful organ donation attempts, the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles denied clemency. Gonzales' case raises debates about the use of probability in death penalty eligibility and the importance of considering rehabilitation.
The Devastating Economic Impact of Wildfires on Texas Ranchers and Farmers

The Devastating Economic Impact of Wildfires on Texas Ranchers and Farmers

Broke On: Wednesday, 06 March 2024 Wildfires in Texas Panhandle region cause significant financial losses to ranchers and farmers, with thousands of cattle lost and hundreds of thousands of acres burned. The economic toll has a profound impact on livelihoods and communities.
Judge Denies New Trial for Convicted Murderer Alex Murdaugh Amid Allegations of Jury Tampering by Court Clerk Rebecca Hill

Judge Denies New Trial for Convicted Murderer Alex Murdaugh Amid Allegations of Jury Tampering by Court Clerk Rebecca Hill

Broke On: Tuesday, 30 January 2024 On January 30, 2024, a judge in South Carolina denied convicted murderer Alex Murdaugh's request for a new trial after an evidentiary hearing that centered on allegations of jury tampering by court clerk Rebecca Hill. The judge found that Hill is not completely credible as a witness and was lured 'by the siren call of celebrity', but that the jurors were not persuaded by her actions. The judge went through each statement in her affidavit and asked her if she stood by her words, with Hill denying making any improper comments to the jury during Murdaugh's trial.

Charleston Elects First Republican Mayor Since Reconstruction Era

Broke On: Wednesday, 22 November 2023 William Cogswell, a former state representative and real estate developer, won a tight runoff election against incumbent Democrat Mayor John Tecklenburg. Cogswell claimed 51% of the vote to Tecklenburg's 49%. Cogswell earned endorsements from others within South Carolina's GOP political circles, including Sen Tim Scott and Drew McKissick, the chairman of the South Carolina Republican Party. Cogswell emphasized his experience in real estate and preservation, arguing that he would prioritize development that maintains Charleston's historic character. He also addressed the city's rising cost of living and the need for more help from regional, state, and federal governments to manage an influx of residents and tourists.