Kolby Terrell

Kolby Terrell is a dedicated journalist with a passion for reporting on local news. As a multimedia journalist for KOCO 5 News, he covers various topics including sports and history. He has strong ties to the community, having grown up in Fort Worth, Texas and attended The University of Oklahoma. Kolby is known for his engaging writing style and ability to connect with sources. His work often focuses on stories that impact Oklahomans, highlighting local achievements and important issues.

Biography:  https://www.koco.com/news-team/e161354a-068f-4925-bc5a-610283b802c4

75%

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

90%

Examples:

  • The author seems to have a neutral reporting style with no clear signs of personal or political bias.

Conflicts of Interest

60%

Examples:

  • In the third article, there is a potential conflict of interest as the author highlights the accomplishments of General Thomas Stafford and his impact on Weatherford. The author does not present any evidence to support these claims, which could be seen as an attempt to boost Stafford's reputation in his hometown.

Contradictions

75%

Examples:

  • In the first article, there is a contradiction regarding Jim Inhofe's birthplace and age. The author states that he was born in Des Moines on Nov. 17, 1934, but Inhofe was actually born in Muskogee on November 20, 1934.
  • In the second article, there is a contradiction regarding Jonathan Candy's character as described by Michael Burcham. Burcham describes Jonathan as a friendly family man who helped out with repairs when needed, yet Jonathan went on to commit a violent crime.

Deceptions

70%

Examples:

  • In the second article, the author uses quotes from witnesses that seem to be designed to evoke strong emotions and increase the sensationalism of the story. For example, quoting a neighbor as saying 'I never expected this' and describing the community as 'left stunned and puzzled'.

Recent Articles

James Inhofe: A 'Rock-Ribbed' Senator and Climate Change Skeptic Passes Away at 89

James Inhofe: A 'Rock-Ribbed' Senator and Climate Change Skeptic Passes Away at 89

Broke On: Tuesday, 09 July 2024 Prominent Oklahoma Senator James M. Inhofe, known for his support of defense spending and denial of human-caused climate change, passed away at age 89. A longtime politician, Inhofe served as a state legislator, Tulsa mayor, and US Senator for over six decades. He was also an advocate for veterans and the American Dream. Inhofe underwent heart surgery in 2013 but continued to serve until stepping down in 2023. His extensive collection of items from his political career will be archived at Oklahoma State University.
Five People Found Dead in Yukon Home: Jonathon Candy Allegedly Shoots and Kills Wife and Three Children

Five People Found Dead in Yukon Home: Jonathon Candy Allegedly Shoots and Kills Wife and Three Children

Broke On: Tuesday, 23 April 2024 Five people, including Jonathon and Lindsay Candy and their three children, were found dead in a Yukon home on Monday. Police believe Jonathon shot and killed his family members; motive unknown.
Thomas Stafford: Apollo X Commander and Lifelong Space Exploration Advocate

Thomas Stafford: Apollo X Commander and Lifelong Space Exploration Advocate

Broke On: Monday, 18 March 2024 Thomas Stafford, a former NASA astronaut and lifelong space exploration advocate, commanded Apollo X, the first flight of the lunar module to the Moon. He flew over 100 different types of aircraft throughout his career.