Chris Oberholtz
Chris Oberholtz is a skilled journalist with extensive experience in print and digital media. He graduated from the Missouri School of Journalism at the University of Missouri-Columbia in 2003 and began his career as a photojournalist at The Kansas City Star. Over the years, he has documented numerous severe weather events across the Midwest and traveled to New Orleans to cover Hurricane Katrina and Rita. In 2011, Chris joined KCTV5 News (CBS), a Gray Television station in Kansas City, as a digital producer and was later promoted to digital content manager. During his time at KCTV5, he played a key role in launching the station's OTT platforms and increasing online readership to nearly 30 million users annually. Chris has been awarded multiple national, regional, and state awards for breaking news coverage and website design.
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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
89%
Examples:
- The articles provided show no instances of bias.
Conflicts of Interest
75%
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- There are no major conflicts of interest detected in the articles.
Contradictions
88%
Examples:
- However, these contradictions do not significantly impact the overall accuracy of the information provided.
- There are minor contradictions in some of the articles, such as specific weather details and event occurrences.
Deceptions
60%
Examples:
- However, these instances do not significantly impact the overall accuracy of the information provided.
- Some articles use sensationalist language and anecdotal evidence to create a more engaging story.
Recent Articles
NASA's Hubble and James Webb Space Telescopes Reveal Unprecedented 3D View of the Pillars of Creation, Showcasing Star Formation in Detail
Broke On: Thursday, 27 June 2024NASA's Hubble and James Webb space telescopes collaborate to create a 3D visualization of the Pillars of Creation in the Eagle Nebula, revealing towering structures composed of molecular hydrogen and dust, infant stars, and a newborn star. The immersive experience showcases Hubble's visible light capabilities and Webb's infrared sensitivity to reveal embedded stars. A 3D printable model is available for educational purposes. 
Massive Sinkhole Opens at Gordon Moore Park in Alton, Illinois: Mine Collapse Causes Soccer Field Destruction
Broke On: Wednesday, 26 June 2024A soccer field at Gordon Moore Park in Alton, Illinois was destroyed by a 100-foot wide, 50-foot deep sinkhole caused by a mine collapse from New Frontier Materials in St. Louis. No injuries were reported, but the park remains closed for investigations. Previous mining activities have caused damage to the park in 2013. Mine collapses pose safety concerns for nearby communities. 
Heavy Rain from Tropical Disturbance Headed for Florida: Potential Development and Flood Risks
Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024A tropical disturbance is moving towards Florida, bringing heavy rain and potential flooding. The National Hurricane Center monitors the system for development, with environmental conditions unfavorable but some slow development possible offshore. Heavy rainfall, capable of producing flash flooding, is expected across Florida through Thursday night. Areas from Sarasota to Everglades National Park are at greatest risk for rainfall totalling 10 inches or more. 
Central and Southern US Braces for Severe Storms: Large Hail, Damaging Winds, and Heavy Rain in Plains Region
Broke On: Sunday, 02 June 2024Severe storms with large hail, damaging winds, and heavy rain are expected to hit the central and southern US through the weekend. The Plains region, including Texas and Nebraska, face a high risk of severe weather. Residents in affected areas are advised to stay informed and take necessary precautions. 
DFW Weather: Unsettled Pattern Brings Rain and Storm Chances Every Day Through the Weekend
Broke On: Tuesday, 28 May 2024North Texas faces multiple rounds of storms from Thursday to Friday, with severe weather possible and heavy rain that could cause flooding. Thunderstorms may bring quarter size hail, 60 mph wind gusts, and a low tornado threat. 
NASA Confirms Space Debris from ISS Crashes into Florida Home: Unusual Occurrence in Space History
Broke On: Friday, 08 March 2024On March 8, 2024, a stanchion from NASA's International Space Station (ISS) crashed through the roof of a Naples, Florida home. The object weighed approximately 1.6 pounds and caused significant damage to the house. NASA later confirmed that it was likely due to a failure in the re-entry process of discarded ISS cargo during a mass release in March 2021. 
New Jersey Witnesses Brilliant Meteor Streak During Another Bizarre Week of Natural Phenomena
Broke On: Friday, 12 April 2024A meteor streaked across the sky in New Jersey early Wednesday morning, creating a brilliant light that was seen by residents from at least 10 towns. The event occurred during an already bizarre week of natural phenomena in the Garden State and surrounding area, including an earthquake and solar eclipse. Severe Weather Threatens Multiple Cities in South-Central US
Broke On: Tuesday, 09 April 2024A multiday storm system is developing and intensifying across the south-central United States, increasing the likelihood of tornadoes, flash flooding, hail up to baseball size and damaging winds in cities such as Austin, Waco, New Orleans among others. All modes of severe weather including thunderstorms are expected to accompany this threat. 
20 Tornadoes Confirmed in Midwest and Ohio Valley This Week; Three Deaths Reported After EF-3 Tornado Hits Logan County
Broke On: Sunday, 17 March 2024Tornadoes caused damage in Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky on Thursday night. At least 20 tornadoes have been confirmed this week in the Midwest and Ohio Valley. Three deaths occurred when an EF-3 tornado hit Logan County. 
Three Dead in Severe Weather System that Hit Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky on March 15th
Broke On: Friday, 15 March 2024A severe weather system struck Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky on March 15th causing widespread destruction with tornadoes and funnel clouds reported in several states. Three people died as a result of the extreme weather conditions.
