KCRA -

KCRA's Chief Meteorologist Mark Finan is set to retire after a distinguished 33-year career in Northern California. With an extensive background in meteorology, Finan has been providing accurate and insightful weather forecasts for the region since joining KCRA 3. Throughout his tenure, he has covered numerous significant weather events and contributed to the station's reputation for reliable news reporting. In addition to his work at KCRA 3, Finan announced his retirement plans on Wednesday, stating that he will depart the station in the summer. As one of the most recognizable faces of KCRA 3, his departure marks a significant change for the news organization and its viewers.

Biography:  https://www.yahoo.com/news/chief-meteorologist-mark-finan-retire-022013026.html

100%

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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

100%

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No current examples available.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

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Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Flames reached up to 200 feet during Corral fire
  • I-80 was closed due to snowy conditions on Saturday
  • Interstate 80 is closed in the Sierra

Deceptions

100%

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