Cheri Mossburg

Cheri Mossburg is a Senior News Editor based in CNN's Los Angeles bureau. With a focus on all things California, she has covered various events and personalities in the state. Prior to her current role, she held different positions within the network. Her work has been featured on CNN's website and broadcast.

Biography:  https://www.cnn.com/profiles/cheri-mossburg

48%

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 poor reputation for journalistic standards and is not considered a reliable news source.

Bias

90%

Examples:

  • Cheri Mossburg's focus on all things California may lead to a slight slant towards stories related to the state.

Conflicts of Interest

0%

Examples:

  • No conflicts of interest have been identified in any of the articles provided.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • In one article, it is mentioned that Sam Rubin died of a heart attack while in another it states he joined KTLA in 1991 and was a mainstay for celebrity interviews and covered all things Hollywood for decades.
  • In the article about the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus shooting, there are multiple instances where contradictory information is presented without being explicitly stated.

Deceptions

40%

Examples:

  • In the article about the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus shooting, it is mentioned that a ball of flames reached as high as the top of nearby utility poles burst. This statement may be misleading as it could imply that the utility poles themselves burst into flames when in fact it was likely just the power lines on them.
  • In three other instances in different articles, deceptive practices were found where information was presented in a way that could potentially mislead readers.

Recent Articles

Beloved Entertainment Journalist Sam Rubin Passes Away at 64: A Tribute from His Son and Colleagues

Beloved Entertainment Journalist Sam Rubin Passes Away at 64: A Tribute from His Son and Colleagues

Broke On: Monday, 13 May 2024 Beloved entertainment journalist Sam Rubin, age 64, passed away suddenly on May 13, 2024 due to a heart attack. Known for his charm and joyful demeanor, Rubin worked in the industry for over three decades and interviewed countless celebrities (NPR). His son Colby paid tribute during a KTLA broadcast, sharing heartfelt words about their close relationship. The Broadcast Film Critics Association mourns the loss of its founding member.
Seven Firefighters Injured in Explosion on Semitruck Fueled by Compressed Natural Gas

Seven Firefighters Injured in Explosion on Semitruck Fueled by Compressed Natural Gas

Broke On: Thursday, 15 February 2024 On February 15th, a massive explosion occurred in Wilmington involving a pressurized cylinder on a semitruck. Seven firefighters were injured including two who were critically hurt. The vehicle was fueled by compressed natural gas (CNG) and only one tank exploded after the other tank was being gassed off as a precaution.

Three Victims in University of Nevada, Las Vegas Campus Shooting; Suspect Deceased

Broke On: Wednesday, 06 December 2023 At least three victims have been reported in a shooting at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus. The suspect involved in the shooting is now deceased. The shooting took place near Beam Hall, which houses the university's Lee Business School. The university administration advised students to evacuate the area and seek shelter. The university also took the step of closing all campuses for the rest of the day. The Clark County Fire Department has set up a family reunification center to assist those affected by the incident. The White House is closely monitoring the situation.