Adam Thompson

Adam Thompson is a digital content producer for CBS Baltimore. Raised in Ohio, Adam has lived in Virginia and North Carolina before settling in Maryland with his wife, a native of Columbia, Maryland. A Cleveland sports fan, he graduated from the University of Toledo and began his journalism career in newspapers before landing jobs at WSOC-TV and WBTV in Charlotte, North Carolina. He then moved to Baltimore with his family. Adam's reporting focuses on the impact of major storms and accidents on Maryland communities, as well as the ongoing investigation into the Key Bridge collapse caused by a cargo ship. His articles often highlight the challenges faced by local businesses and residents in the aftermath of these events.

Biography:  https://www.cbsnews.com/team/adam-thompson/

82%

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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

92%

Examples:

  • Adam graduated from the University of Toledo, and started his journalism career in newspapers. He landed jobs at WSOC-TV and WBTV in Charlotte, North Carolina, and then moved to Baltimore with his wife (a Columbia, Maryland native) and child.
  • Adam Thompson is a digital content producer for CBS Baltimore.
  • Adam was raised in Ohio, but made stops in Virginia and North Carolina before landing in Maryland.

Conflicts of Interest

75%

Examples:

  • One of the hazardous materials was sheen, which is used in paint, that leaked into the Patapsco River
  • <p>Two temporary passageways were created for smaller commercial ships and barges. A 14-foot channel along the south of the disaster site and an 11-foot channel along the northeast side allow more marine vessels access to the Port of Baltimore.</p>
  • The Dali is a cargo ship that crashed into the Key Bridge causing it to collapse on March 26

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • An estimated 50,000 tons of steel and concrete make up the wreckage of the total collapsed span of the Key Bridge.
  • The Dali experienced four blackouts.
  • The Dali remains stuck in the Patapsco River
  • Three workers remain missing after a cargo ship smashed into the bridge on March 26.
  • Three workers remain missing The body of a third construction worker was located Friday at the site of the Key Bridge collapse

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • One of the hazardous materials was sheen, which is used in paint, that leaked into the Patapsco River
  • <p>Two temporary passageways were created for smaller commercial ships and barges. A 14-foot channel along the south of the disaster site and an 11-foot channel along the northeast side allow more marine vessels access to the Port of Baltimore.</p>
  • The Dali is a cargo ship that crashed into the Key Bridge causing it to collapse on March 26

Recent Articles

Severe Storms Hit Maryland: At Least One Person Injured, Multiple Structures Damaged in Gaithersburg and Sykesville

Severe Storms Hit Maryland: At Least One Person Injured, Multiple Structures Damaged in Gaithersburg and Sykesville

Broke On: Wednesday, 05 June 2024 On June 5, 2024, Maryland faced severe storms with tornadoes and heavy rain, causing damage to structures and flooding in various counties. The National Weather Service issued tornado warnings for several areas and advised residents to take necessary precautions. The exact cause of the storms is being investigated.
Large Chunk of Francis Scott Key Bridge Remains on Dali Cargo Ship, Delaying Refloating and Channel Reopening

Large Chunk of Francis Scott Key Bridge Remains on Dali Cargo Ship, Delaying Refloating and Channel Reopening

Broke On: Tuesday, 26 March 2024 A large piece of the Francis Scott Key Bridge remains on the Dali cargo ship, delaying efforts to refloat it and reopen Fort McHenry channel. The bridge collapse during the Dali's crash in March caused six fatalities and prevented crew from disembarking due to regulations and visa issues. The expected channel opening is still aimed for by the end of May.
Large Chunk of Francis Scott Key Bridge Remains on Dali Cargo Ship, Delaying Refloating and Channel Reopening

Large Chunk of Francis Scott Key Bridge Remains on Dali Cargo Ship, Delaying Refloating and Channel Reopening

Broke On: Tuesday, 26 March 2024 A large piece of the Francis Scott Key Bridge remains on the Dali cargo ship, delaying efforts to refloat it and reopen Fort McHenry channel. The bridge collapse during the Dali's crash in March caused six fatalities and prevented crew from disembarking due to regulations and visa issues. The expected channel opening is still aimed for by the end of May.
Cargo Ship Dali's Unexpected Collision with Francis Scott Key Bridge: Two Power Blackouts Before the Impact

Cargo Ship Dali's Unexpected Collision with Francis Scott Key Bridge: Two Power Blackouts Before the Impact

Broke On: Wednesday, 15 May 2024 On March 26, 2024, the cargo ship Dali collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore after experiencing multiple power blackouts. The first two occurred while docked at Seagirt Marine Terminal due to crew error and insufficient fuel pressure. Despite these issues, the Dali left port and suffered two more blackouts before crashing into the bridge. The NTSB is investigating the cause of the blackouts, which may have contributed to the collision that severely damaged the bridge, causing a four-year repair process and significant traffic disruptions. The Singapore-based Dali had been in port for over eight months prior to this incident.
Port of Baltimore Reopens After Dali Ship Crash Collapses Francis Scott Key Bridge

Port of Baltimore Reopens After Dali Ship Crash Collapses Francis Scott Key Bridge

Broke On: Monday, 08 April 2024 On April 8, 2024, the Port of Baltimore in Maryland reopened after a cargo ship named Dali crashed into and collapsed the Francis Scott Key Bridge on March 26. The bridge was built to commemorate ΑThe Star-Spangled BannerΗ by Francis Scott Key during his time as an American prisoner at Fort McHenry, located in Baltimore Harbor.