Austin Hanson

Austin Hanson is a digital producer and assignment editor at Fox59. He is a University of Iowa alum and former sports reporter with experience covering prep sports, professional golf, and university athletics. Austin has served as a University of Iowa Athletics beat reporter, covering college football, men's basketball, women's basketball, men's wrestling, and women's wrestling. He enjoys returning to his hometown in rural Illinois to spend time with his family and play golf.

Biography:  https://fox59.com/author/austin-hanson/

74%

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 author has a history of covering sports and has experience as a sports editor at The Daily Iowan. This background may lead to a potential bias towards athletic events and athletes.

Conflicts of Interest

75%

Examples:

  • The author has a professional relationship with Dr. Lindsay Weaver as they are quoted in the article. This could lead to a potential conflict of interest.

Contradictions

80%

Examples:

  • The article states that officials believe the case identified does not pose a larger threat to area residents but contradicts information from CDC stating that measles is highly contagious and can spread easily among unvaccinated people. According to CDC, one person with measles can infect up to 40 people who are not immune.
  • The author claims a case of measles has been confirmed in Indiana for the first time since 2019 when no cases were reported during this period according to CDC data. However, CDC data shows that there were actually 348 cases reported between January and December 2019.
  • The author quotes Dr. Lindsay Weaver as saying about one in five unvaccinated people who get measles are hospitalized but fails to mention that this statistic includes both mild and severe cases of measles.

Deceptions

60%

Examples:

  • The article quotes Dr. Lindsay Weaver as saying about one in five unvaccinated people who get measles are hospitalized but fails to mention that this statistic includes both mild and severe cases of measles.
  • The author claims a case of measles has been confirmed in Indiana for the first time since 2019 when no cases were reported during this period according to CDC data. However, CDC data shows that there were actually 348 cases reported between January and December 2019.

Recent Articles

Father's Day Showdown: Caitlin Clark and the Fever Take on Chicago Sky in WNBA Rivalry

Father's Day Showdown: Caitlin Clark and the Fever Take on Chicago Sky in WNBA Rivalry

Broke On: Sunday, 16 June 2024 On Father's Day, the Indiana Fever and Chicago Sky face off in a crucial WNBA matchup with playoff implications. Rookie sensation Caitlin Clark leads the Fever against Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso of the Sky. The game will be broadcast on CBS and streamed online.
Josef Newgarden Claims Thrilling Back-to-Back Victories at the 2024 Indy 500

Josef Newgarden Claims Thrilling Back-to-Back Victories at the 2024 Indy 500

Broke On: Monday, 27 May 2024 Josef Newgarden secures back-to-back victories in the 2024 Indianapolis 500, narrowly defeating Pato O'Ward in a thrilling finish. The race was marked by high attrition and multiple leaders, with Scott Dixon claiming third place.
Josef Newgarden Secures Back-to-Back Wins at the 108th Indianapolis 500

Josef Newgarden Secures Back-to-Back Wins at the 108th Indianapolis 500

Broke On: Sunday, 26 May 2024 Josef Newgarden secured his second consecutive victory in the rain-delayed 108th Indianapolis 500, making him only the sixth driver to win back-to-back races. The event featured numerous lead changes and close battles between drivers, with Scott McLaughlin crashing before the finish and Will Power experiencing an accident. Pre-race ceremonies included performances by Jordin Sparks, Phillip Phillips, and Jim Conelison. Kyle Larson made his Indy 500 debut but finished 18th. Despite the lengthy rain delay, organizers completed the race on Sunday.
First Measles Case in Michigan Since 2019: What You Need to Know

First Measles Case in Michigan Since 2019: What You Need to Know

Broke On: Saturday, 24 February 2024 An Oakland County child in Michigan has been confirmed to have the first case of measles in the state since 2019. The child had traveled internationally recently and officials believe they were not exposed outside their household. Measles is highly contagious and can be prevented by vaccines that are 97% effective at stopping transmission. Symptoms usually begin seven to fourteen days after exposure, including fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes and tiny white spots inside the mouth known as Koplik spots. The child visited three Chicago hospitals while contagious and officials are working to notify anyone who may have been exposed.