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Amaka Ubaka is an Emmy award-winning journalist. She anchors 7NEWS Today in New England and 7NEWS at Noon. She joined 7NEWS as a reporter in May 2016. Amaka is Nigerian-American, and her name means “beautiful” in one of the many languages spoken in Africa's most populous country. Before arriving in Boston, Amaka was a reporter in Orlando, Florida where she covered many stories that received national attention: a mother of three accused of driving her kids into the Atlantic, the ISIS beheading of former UCF student/journalist Steven Sotloff, and a man swallowed up by a sinkhole while sleeping in his home. She also worked as a reporter in Omaha, Nebraska and landed her first on-air job in Redding, California. Amaka loves meeting new people, learning their stories and being involved in the community. She spends much of her free time as an emcee for charity events including Project Hope, YWCA Cambridge, International Institute of New England, The One Mission Buzz Off, Rosie's Place, BMA TenPoint and the Igbo Organization of New England. She is also a member of the National Association of Black Journalists. A Florida native, Amaka has fully embraced living in New England! When she's not on the anchor desk, you'll find her in the gym, hiking, watching sporting events or traveling. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Miami. Join our Newsletter for the latest news right to your inbox
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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.
Bias
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Examples:
- Health officials alert residents about potential exposure to measles in multiple locations
- LIVE STREAM: Watch live coverage of Karen Read trial
- Man facing charges in random stabbings at Braintree movie theater, Plymouth McDonald's
- Suspect in custody after 4 juvenile girls stabbed at AMC theater in Braintree
Conflicts of Interest
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Examples:
No current examples available.
Contradictions
86%
Examples:
- An autopsy concluded that O'Keefe died from head trauma and hypothermia
- An international visitor was diagnosed with measles in Massachusetts on June 22, 2024.
- Prosecutors are seeking to prove Karen Read hit her boyfriend with her car and left him to die in a snowbank in January, 2022
- The suspect led Massachusetts State Police on a car chase before crashing.
- The suspect was wearing an oversized trench coat, sunglasses, and a long blonde wig.
Deceptions
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Examples:
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Massachusetts and New Hampshire Warn of Measles Exposure: Potential Public Locations and Flights Affected
Broke On: Thursday, 20 June 2024An international traveler tested positive for measles after visiting Massachusetts and New Hampshire in late June, potentially exposing people at several public locations in both states. The individual traveled from Boston to Amsterdam while infected and may have exposed others on a Dartmouth Coach bus line, at Terminal E in Boston's Logan Airport, and various places in Hanover, New Hampshire. Measles is a highly contagious airborne disease with symptoms including fever, cough, runny nose, watery eyes, and body rash. Health officials urge vaccination as the best protection against measles and advise contacting healthcare providers for guidance on potential exposure. 
Four Girls, Two McDonald's Employees Stabbed by Same Suspect in Massachusetts: Jared Ravizza Charged with Assault
Broke On: Sunday, 26 May 2024On Saturday, an unidentified man stabbed four girls aged 9-17 at AMC Braintree 10 movie theater in Massachusetts. The suspect, later identified as Jared Ravizza, also attacked two McDonald's employees in Plymouth and led police on a chase before being apprehended. Ravizza faces charges of assault with intent to murder and assault battery with a dangerous weapon for the random attacks. 
Four Girls Stabbed in Separate Incidents at AMC Theater and McDonald's in Massachusetts: Suspect Arrested
Broke On: Sunday, 26 May 2024Four girls were stabbed in separate incidents at an AMC movie theater in Braintree and a McDonald's restaurant in Plymouth, Massachusetts. The same suspect is believed to be responsible for both crimes, which occurred within an hour of each other. Preliminary investigations suggest the attacks are related, and the suspect was later arrested after crashing his vehicle during a police pursuit. 
High-Profile Trial: Karen Read Accused of Killing Boston Police Officer John O'Keefe, Defense Claims Frame-Up
Broke On: Monday, 29 April 2024High-profile trial begins for Karen Read, accused of hitting and killing Boston police officer John O'Keefe with her car during a snowstorm following a night of drinking. Prosecutors present evidence of head trauma and hypothermia as causes of death, while defense argues for animal attack and frames the investigation team. An internal investigation into their conduct is ongoing.