Justine McDaniel
Justine McDaniel is a general assignment reporter who joined The Washington Post in 2022. She previously spent eight years as a news reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, where she covered the coronavirus pandemic, breaking news, and local and state topics. McDaniel grew up in California but has adjusted to life on the East Coast despite her dislike for winter. She holds a BA in Foreign Language (French) and International Affairs from the University of Puget Sound and a Master of Journalism from the University of Maryland.
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The Daily's Verdict
This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.
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Contradictions
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- Bryan Kohberger's alibi in Idaho killings will hinge on phone location.
- Four poultry workers in Colorado have been diagnosed with bird flu. The three individuals were infected with a novel type of influenza, presumed to be bird flu.
- It prevents schools from requiring teachers and staff to notify parents of their children's LGBTQ identities. However, the new law doesn't allow students to change their name or gender identity in official school records without parental consent.
- Some cities that had experienced population declines during the pandemic saw growth in their populations from 2022 to 2023.
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Recent Articles
Southwest Airlines Faces Unprecedented Issue: Soda Cans Bursting Mid-Air Due to Summer Heat, Injuring Flight Attendants
Broke On: Friday, 19 July 2024Southwest Airlines faces an unprecedented issue this summer as soda cans burst mid-air due to extreme heat, causing injuries for at least 20 flight attendants. The root cause is believed to be the lack of refrigeration for soda cans before loading onto planes, leading to warped or bursting cans upon opening. Southwest is taking measures such as digitally measuring can temperatures and testing air-conditioned provisioning trucks, while also in discussions with Coca-Cola about alternative can options. The issue comes amidst record passenger travel demand and climate change challenges for aviation. Southwest Airlines Faces Unprecedented Issue: Soda Cans Bursting Mid-Air Due to Summer Heat, Injuring Flight Attendants
Broke On: Friday, 19 July 2024Southwest Airlines faces an unprecedented issue this summer as soda cans burst mid-air due to extreme heat, causing injuries for at least 20 flight attendants. The root cause is believed to be the lack of refrigeration for soda cans before loading onto planes, leading to warped or bursting cans upon opening. Southwest is taking measures such as digitally measuring can temperatures and testing air-conditioned provisioning trucks, while also in discussions with Coca-Cola about alternative can options. The issue comes amidst record passenger travel demand and climate change challenges for aviation. 
California Becomes First State to Ban Schools from Revealing Student Gender Identity Without Consent
Broke On: Tuesday, 16 July 2024California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed historic legislation in July 2024, making California the first state to prohibit schools from disclosing students' gender identity or pronouns without consent, aiming to protect transgender and nonbinary students' privacy. The law sets a precedent amidst rising concerns over conservative-led policies requiring such disclosures and potential consequences for outed students. Supporters argue for constitutional privacy rights, while opponents claim parents have a right to know. The law faces opposition from conservative organizations and individuals like Elon Musk. 
Three Cases of Bird Flu Infection Reported in Colorado Poultry Workers: CDC Issues Warning
Broke On: Saturday, 13 July 2024Three poultry workers in Colorado have been infected with a novel type of influenza, presumed to be bird flu, through contact with infected birds during culling operations. The individuals experienced mild symptoms and were not hospitalized. The CDC assesses the risk to the general public as low but advises avoiding close exposure to sick or dead animals and properly cooking poultry and eggs. 
Princess Kate Announces 'Good Progress' in Cancer Treatment, Set to Make First Public Appearance at Trooping the Colour
Broke On: Friday, 14 June 2024Princess Kate, the Princess of Wales, announced her 'good progress' in cancer treatment and plans to make her first public appearance since January at the Trooping the Colour military parade. The honorary colonel of the Irish Guards regiment has a few more months of chemotherapy left after undergoing surgery in January. King Charles III expressed delight at Kate's attendance, marking his birthday celebration. 
Detroit and Southern Cities Experience Population Growth: A Post-Pandemic Rebound
Broke On: Thursday, 16 May 2024Detroit and several southern cities, including Celina and Fulshear in Texas, experienced population growth from 2022 to 2023. Detroit saw its first population increase in decades with a gain of 1,852 people. The South dominates the nation's fastest-growing cities due to strong jobs markets and robust housing construction in areas like Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston. 
Defense Team Claims Bryan Kohberger Was Hiking on Night of Idaho Students' Murders: Expert Testimony on Cell Phone Location
Broke On: Thursday, 18 April 2024Graduate student Bryan Kohberger, accused of killing four University of Idaho students in November 2022, plans to present an alibi using cell-tower expert testimony that he was hiking and driving in areas south of Pullman, Washington, and west of Moscow, Idaho on the night of the murders. Kohberger is charged with four counts of murder and one count of burglary for the stabbing deaths of Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Madison Mogen, and Kaylee Goncalves. His defense team argues that cellphone data placing him on a highway driving away from Moscow will be disputed by their expert.