Alexa Mae
Alexa Mae Asperin is a digital content creator who joined the FOX 11 Digital Team in March 2022. Born and raised in Ventura County, she covers local issues and topics for the network. Prior to her current role, Alexa reported in the Bay Area and Southern Colorado. She holds a master's degree in journalism from New York University and a bachelor's degree in journalism and criminal justice from St. John's University. Her work has appeared on ABC News, CBS News, Yahoo News, and in the New York Times. Alexa lives in Los Angeles and regularly reports on local news stories such as crime, politics, and community events.
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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
83%
Examples:
- The author occasionally uses sensationalist language to grab the reader's attention.
- The author selectively reports details that support their position, without providing any context or perspective on the situation.
- The author uses emotional manipulation by stating that two people died at the scene.
Conflicts of Interest
62%
Examples:
- The author has a potential conflict of interest in reporting on individuals or events that they have a personal connection to or stake in.
Contradictions
90%
Examples:
- The author contradicts themselves when they describe the victims as part of a large crowd and multiple suspects were involved, which could be seen as demonizing them.
- The author contradicts themselves when they state that most people named in the Jeffrey Epstein list are not explicitly accused of committing crimes, while also stating that Cameron Diaz never met Jeffrey Epstein.
Deceptions
62%
Examples:
- The author uses deceptive practices such as selectively reporting details that support their position, without providing any context or perspective on the situation.
- The author uses emotional manipulation by stating that two people died at the scene.
- The author uses sensationalism by stating that it was a 'deadly New Year's Eve party shooting.'
Recent Articles
Two Wildfires, Hawarden Fire and Eagle Fire, Ravage Riverside County in California: Three Homes Destroyed, Thousands Evacuated
Broke On: Sunday, 21 July 2024Two wildfires, Hawarden Fire and Eagle Fire, have broken out in Riverside County, California. Hawarden Fire destroyed three homes and damaged four others while evacuating 1,500 residents. The Eagle Fire consumed over 1,600 acres with evacuation orders for multiple communities near it. Both fires started on Sunday amidst hot temperatures and dry conditions that have put over 30 million people in the West under heat alerts. 
Del Mar Swimmer Survives Rare Shark Attack: Uncalm Composure Amidst Jaws of a Juvenile White Shark
Broke On: Sunday, 02 June 2024A 46-year-old man was attacked by a likely juvenile white shark while swimming off Del Mar, California's coast on June 2, 2024. The incident occurred around 9 a.m., leaving him with significant but not life-threatening injuries to his torso, left arm, and hand. Beaches are closed for swimming and surfing one mile in both directions from the scene until at least Tuesday. 
Actor Johnny Wactor Shot Dead in Downtown Los Angeles: Tragic Catalytic Converter Theft Victim Identified by LAPD
Broke On: Sunday, 26 May 2024On May 25, 2024, General Hospital actor Johnny Wactor was fatally shot during a catalytic converter theft near Pico Boulevard and Hope Street in downtown Los Angeles. The suspects fled the scene after the shooting, leaving Wactor to be pronounced dead at a local hospital. Known for his role as Brando Corbin on General Hospital, Wactor had recently been working as a bartender before exploring opportunities in screenwriting. His mother confirmed his identity and shared details of the incident, which occurred when he was approached by a masked suspect while returning to his car after work. 
Mega Millions Jackpot Reaches $453 Million: Winning Numbers for May 24, 2024 Drawing
Broke On: Friday, 24 May 2024On May 24, 2024, the Mega Millions jackpot reaches an estimated $453 million. The winning numbers are: 46, 54, 56, 67, and 70 with a Mega Ball of 16. A lucky winner could take home $209.8 million after taxes. 
UCLA Protests and Counterprotests: Disrupting the Educational Mission and Addressing Antisemitism
Broke On: Thursday, 23 May 2024On May 23, 2024, UCLA Chancellor Gene Block testified before Congress about campus antisemitism amidst ongoing protests and counterprotests. Pro-Palestinian protesters established a new encampment on campus after violent clashes between demonstrators and counterprotesters on April 30 resulted in over 200 arrests. The previous encampment disrupted access to classes and impaired the educational mission, leading to criticism from Republican members during Block's testimony. Jewish students have reported encountering repugnant rhetoric and images on campus, highlighting UCLA's ongoing problem with antisemitism. 
Unsealed Court Documents Reveal High-Profile Associates of Jeffrey Epstein in Ghislaine Maxwell Lawsuit
Broke On: Saturday, 13 January 2024Recently unsealed court documents have revealed the names of many high-profile individuals associated with Jeffrey Epstein, including Cameron Diaz, Prince Andrew, Leonardo DiCaprio and more. While most of these individuals have not been explicitly accused of committing crimes in relation to Epstein's case. 
Two killed, eight injured in shooting at underground New Year's Eve party in downtown LA
Broke On: Monday, 01 January 2024On New Year's Day, a shooting took place at an underground New Year's Eve party in downtown Los Angeles. Two people were killed and eight others were injured in the shootout. The victims were described as a male and a female who were in their 20s. Hundreds of people had packed the building in the 2300 block of Porter Street and many of them spilled outside. The venue is not large enough to hold the number of people that were present. An Uber driver, identified only as Mike B., was in the area picking up customers when he got caught in the crossfire. Mike's vehicle was struck by bullets and at least one of his passengers had their arm grazed by gunfire. The man believed that there were multiple gunmen involved in the shootout.