Daniel Macht

Daniel Macht is a news reporter who covers various topics including crime, wildfires, and local events. He has provided in-depth coverage of the Park Fire in California and the arrest of Ronnie Dean Stout II on charges of arson. Macht has also reported on the impact of wildfires on communities in Northern California and the efforts to restore power after severe storms. His reporting often highlights the challenges faced by residents during natural disasters and explores ways to prevent future incidents.

Biography:  https://www.kcra.com/article/park-fire-arson-suspect-claims-fire-started-by-accident-butte-county-da-says/61732400

76%

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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

95%

Examples:

  • But District Attorney Mike Ramsey said it was his view that ‘the evidence tends stronger to the witness.’

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • The Park Fire has burned more than 350,000 acres as of Sunday.
  • The Park Fire is now the state’s largest wildfire this year, covering over 350,000 acres and still spreading.
  • The Park Fire is only 12% contained.
  • Thousands of residents in the Chico area have been told to flee their homes as the flames continue to advance.

Deceptions

30%

Examples:

  • Stout has previous convictions for lewd and lascivious acts with a child under 14 in 2001 in Butte County and robbery with great bodily injury in 2002 in Kern County.
  • The witness then saw Stout watch the fire under the car before getting into a position on the passenger side and pushing the car backward into the gully, Ramsey said.

Recent Articles

Massive California Wildfire Ravages 370,000 Acres: Arson Suspect Ronnie Stout Charged with Starting the Park Fire

Massive California Wildfire Ravages 370,000 Acres: Arson Suspect Ronnie Stout Charged with Starting the Park Fire

Broke On: Wednesday, 24 July 2024 A massive wildfire, the Park Fire, ravaging northern California since July 24, 2024, has grown to become the sixth largest recorded in California's history. Thousands have been evacuated as it burns through over 370,000 acres and destroys homes. A man named Ronnie Stout is accused of starting the fire by pushing a burning car into a ravine and faces arson charges. One heartwarming story emerges as rescue teams save abandoned dogs from the chaos. The cause remains under investigation, but Stout is in custody.
The Park Fire: Thousands Evacuated as California's Largest Wildfire Rages On

The Park Fire: Thousands Evacuated as California's Largest Wildfire Rages On

Broke On: Friday, 26 July 2024 The Park Fire, currently the largest wildfire in California this year, has spread over 350,000 acres in Butte, Tehama, Shasta, and Plumas counties. Thousands evacuated as flames threaten homes; a suspected arsonist is in custody. Simultaneously, the Durkee Fire destroys structures in Oregon and a firefighting pilot dies from the Falls Fire. Despite losses, communities remain hopeful.
California's Largest Wildfire in 2021: The Park Fire Destroys Homes, Threatens Thousands, and Remains Under Investigation

California's Largest Wildfire in 2021: The Park Fire Destroys Homes, Threatens Thousands, and Remains Under Investigation

Broke On: Saturday, 27 July 2024 A man's alleged arson in Upper Bidwell Park ignited the Park Fire, currently California's largest since 2021, which has destroyed over 130 structures and threatens thousands more across Butte, Tehama, and Shasta counties. The blaze has consumed over 307,000 acres since July 27. Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency to aid affected residents with unemployment benefits and fee waivers. Thousands of firefighters work to contain the wildfire as temperatures cool and humidity increases.
Bomb Cyclone Causes Damage in Bay Area, Leaves Hundreds of Thousands Without Power and Closes Schools on Central Coast

Bomb Cyclone Causes Damage in Bay Area, Leaves Hundreds of Thousands Without Power and Closes Schools on Central Coast

Broke On: Monday, 05 February 2024 A bomb cyclone hit the Bay Area on February 4th, causing significant damage to infrastructure in Santa Cruz County and knocking over trees and power poles. Power outages affected hundreds of thousands of customers in Northern California including 50k PG&E customers still without power. Schools were also closed due to storm damage.