FOX 4
FOX 4 is a news reporter who has been covering news in Texas for several years. They have worked at James Madison University, where they were involved in the student newspaper and broadcast team. The author has also worked for FOX Sports 1 and has a personal connection to the stories they cover, as they mention their love for storytelling and experience in journalism. Their work primarily focuses on local news, including stories about severe weather events, social justice movements, and criminal cases.
83%
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
88%
Examples:
- The author has a tendency to present information without providing necessary context or quotes for some claims.
- The author occasionally omits important details or fails to provide proper attribution.
Conflicts of Interest
85%
Examples:
- In one article, the author discloses a conflict of interest by mentioning their previous work with FOX Sports 1.
- The author may have a personal connection to the stories they cover, as they mention their love for storytelling and experience in journalism.
Contradictions
80%
Examples:
- In several articles, the author reports conflicting information about the number of people killed and injured in tornadoes and severe weather events.
- The author reports on fires in Texas but sometimes provides incorrect or outdated information about their size and ranking.
Deceptions
75%
Examples:
- In one article, the author engages in deceptive omission by failing to mention that a voter fraud conviction was overturned on appeal.
- The author sometimes uses sensational language or focuses on certain aspects of a story to create a misleading impression.
Recent Articles
LSU Cornerback Javien Toviano Charged with Video Voyeurism: Secretly Recorded Intimate Encounters
Broke On: Sunday, 21 July 2024LSU cornerback Javien Toviano, 19, was arrested for video voyeurism after allegedly recording himself having sex with a woman without her consent using a hidden camera. The victim discovered the videos on Toviano's iPad and reported the incident to law enforcement. Toviano admitted to using a hidden camera during an interview with authorities and was charged with video voyeurism. LSU suspended him from all team activities following his arrest. American Airlines and APFA Reach Tentative Agreement on New Contract: Immediate Financial Improvements for Flight Attendants
Broke On: Friday, 19 July 2024After three years of negotiations, American Airlines and the Association of Professional Flight Attendants (APFA) have reached a tentative agreement on a new contract. The deal addresses APFA's concerns regarding compensation, work rules, and retroactive pay. Once approved by the union's board and members, it will provide immediate financial improvements for American Airlines flight attendants. 
Historic First Baptist Church of Dallas Suffers Devastating Four-Alarm Fire, No Injuries Reported
Broke On: Friday, 19 July 2024A historic fire engulfed the First Baptist Church of Dallas on July 19, 2024, during Vacation Bible School hours. Despite over 2,000 people being on the campus earlier in the day, no injuries or fatalities were reported. The church, founded in 1868 and visited by several U.S. presidents, experienced a four-alarm blaze that partially collapsed the roof and caused extensive damage. 
May 2024: Historic Severe Weather Strikes Texas - At Least One Death, Hundreds of Thousands Without Power
Broke On: Wednesday, 29 May 2024In May 2024, severe storms hit Texas, resulting in hurricane-force winds and golf ball-sized hail that left hundreds of thousands without power and caused at least one death. The latest round of storms followed weekend storms that killed at least 24 people, including three children. Power restoration could take several days due to extensive damage, with nearly a third of those affected in Dallas County. Tornadoes, flooding, and downed trees added to the chaos as warnings were issued for heavy thunderstorms. 
North Texas Storms Leave Hundreds of Thousands Without Power, Disrupt Primary Elections and Businesses
Broke On: Tuesday, 28 May 2024Severe storms hit North Texas on May 28, 2024, causing widespread power outages that affected hundreds of thousands of residents. The disruptions came just as many were heading to the polls for primary runoff elections. At least one person was killed and numerous homes and businesses sustained damage from hurricane-force winds and baseball-sized hail. Over 450,000 customers were still without electricity by evening, with Oncor prioritizing critical facilities for restoration. 
Memorial Day Weekend: Severe Thunderstorms and Record Heat in North Texas
Broke On: Monday, 27 May 2024Memorial Day weekend in North Texas brings severe thunderstorms with hail, high winds, and heavy rainfall, raising concerns for flooding. Temperatures will reach mid-90s with heat index values up to 110 degrees. Severe thunderstorm warnings issued for parts of DFW area until 10 p.m., with potential for widespread heavy rainfall and damaging wind gusts and hail, especially south of Interstate 20. 
Five People Killed, Several Missing After Tornadoes Strike Texas and Arkansas
Broke On: Sunday, 26 May 2024At least five people, including children, have been confirmed dead and several others are missing after tornadoes struck Cooke County, Texas, and Benton County, Arkansas over Memorial Day weekend. The storms caused extensive damage to homes and vehicles in both counties. According to local authorities and news reports, at least three tornadoes touched down in Cooke County alone, leaving dozens injured and resulting in multiple fatalities. In Benton County, one person was killed and several others were injured. Residents of affected areas were advised to shelter in place due to power outages and road closures. 
Massive Hailstorms: Texas and Florida Hit Hard with CD-Sized Hail and Power Outages
Broke On: Thursday, 09 May 2024On May 10, 2024, severe weather brought destructive hailstorms to Texas and Florida. Residents in Johnson City and Pecan Plantation were hit with baseball-sized hail causing extensive damage to houses and vehicles. Over 200,000 energy customers across five states lost power. In Florida, at least 197,405 people experienced power outages due to potential tornadoes and large hail. Three weather-related deaths occurred this week in the Midwest and Southeast. 
Texas Appeals Court Acquits Crystal Mason of Illegal Voting Charges
Broke On: Friday, 29 March 2024In 2016, Crystal Mason attempted to cast a provisional ballot in the presidential election while on supervised release for a federal conspiracy charge. She was found guilty of illegal voting and sentenced to five years in prison. However, after an appeal by her legal team, the Texas appeals court reversed its earlier opinion that had upheld Mason's conviction and acquitted her of the charges. 
Texas Wildfire Grows to Second-Largest in State History, Causes Significant Damage
Broke On: Wednesday, 28 February 2024The Smokehouse Creek wildfire in Texas has grown to the second-largest wildfire in state history, with over 500,000 acres burned. The fire is currently uncontrolled and has caused significant damage to homes and infrastructure. Governor Greg Abbott declared a disaster for 60 counties due to widespread wildfire activity throughout the state.