Josh Skluzacek

Josh Skluzacek is a news reporter known for his work at KSTP-TV, LLC, a Hubbard Broadcasting Company. He focuses on covering top news stories in the Minneapolis area and sometimes delves into legal matters. His reporting often includes details about ongoing trials and criminal cases, highlighting the impact of these events on the community. Skluzacek's work has been featured on KSTP.com, where readers can find his articles tagged with his byline.

Biography:  https://kstp.com/tag/josh-skluzacek/

71%

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

85%

Examples:

  • The article shows a preference for presenting both sides of the story, but tends to lean towards sensationalism and drama.
  • The author sometimes uses emotionally charged language to describe events.

Conflicts of Interest

50%

Examples:

  • In one article, there is a potential conflict of interest as the defense attorney's potential sentence is discussed in a misleading manner.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Another article contains contradictory information about the suspect's criminal history and possession of firearms.
  • In one article, contradictory information is presented about a juror being dismissed and the timing of the deliberations.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • Another article misleads readers by implying that the defendant's sentence will be much harsher than what the law allows.
  • One article contains deceptive practices as it implies that the defendant was originally charged with intentional crimes when he was only charged with first-degree murder and battery.

Recent Articles

Two Jurors Dismissed in $40 Million Child Nutrition Fraud Trial Amidst Alleged Bribe Attempts

Two Jurors Dismissed in $40 Million Child Nutrition Fraud Trial Amidst Alleged Bribe Attempts

Broke On: Tuesday, 04 June 2024 Two jurors in a $40 million child nutrition fraud trial were dismissed after allegations of bribe attempts worth nearly $120,000. The first incident occurred on Sunday when Juror #52 received an offer from an unidentified woman, leading to an FBI investigation and the replacement of both jurors. Despite defense attorneys' denials, federal charges are expected.
Minneapolis Tragedy: Two Civilians and Officer Jamal Mitchell Killed in Separate Shooting Incidents

Minneapolis Tragedy: Two Civilians and Officer Jamal Mitchell Killed in Separate Shooting Incidents

Broke On: Friday, 31 May 2024 In Minneapolis, two civilians and a police officer, Jamal Mitchell, were killed in separate shootings on a fateful Thursday. Mitchell had only recently joined the force and saved an elderly couple from a house fire days prior. The circumstances surrounding his death are being investigated as an 'ambush.' Two other civilians were injured, one critically. The gunman also lost his life during the confrontation with law enforcement.
Nicolae Miu Found Guilty of First-Degree Reckless Homicide in Stabbing Death of 17-Year-Old Isaac Schuman

Nicolae Miu Found Guilty of First-Degree Reckless Homicide in Stabbing Death of 17-Year-Old Isaac Schuman

Broke On: Thursday, 11 April 2024 Nicolae Miu was found guilty of first-degree reckless homicide and six other charges for his role in the killing of 17-year-old Isaac Schuman on July 30, 2022. The trial lasted several days with witnesses testifying about what happened at Apple River. The prosecution presented evidence leading up to the stabbing, while the defense argued self-defense after being surrounded by angry individuals. Miu was sentenced accordingly.
Shannon Gooden: The Tragic Shooter Who Killed Three First Responders in Burnsville

Shannon Gooden: The Tragic Shooter Who Killed Three First Responders in Burnsville

Broke On: Monday, 19 February 2024 On February 18th, Shannon Gooden killed three first responders in Burnsville after barricading himself inside his home with family members. The shooter had previously been denied gun rights restoration due to other encounters with police and two orders of protection against him for domestic assault and abuse.