Kelly Vaughen

Kelly Vaughen is a reporter and weekend evening anchor for CBS News Detroit. She is thrilled to make Michigan her home. Before moving to Detroit, Kelly reported in Salt Lake City, Utah, where she covered multiple high-profile crimes including the cases of 'Doomsday Mom' Lori Vallow and the search for Gabby Petito. She also reported on natural disasters such as wildfires and avalanches. In 2022, Kelly traveled to Ukraine to report on the evacuation of high-risk Ukrainian orphans amid the war with Russia. Prior to Utah, she worked in Huntsville, Alabama, covering a variety of topics from politics to education and tornados. Kelly earned her master's degree in journalism and public affairs from American University and has a background in dance, having performed for the NBA's Washington Wizards and the NFL's New York Jets. She is originally from Northern Virginia.

Biography:  https://www.cbsnews.com/detroit/news/kelly-vaughen/

70%

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

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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

75%

Examples:

  • Kelly Vaughen has not shown any clear biases in her reporting.

Conflicts of Interest

80%

Examples:

  • Kelly Vaughen reported on a story involving her alma mater, Hofstra University. This could potentially lead to a conflict of interest if not properly disclosed or managed.

Contradictions

30%

Examples:

  • Protesters remain in encampment on Wayne State University campus
  • The encampment has been in place since last Thursday. The university asked the group to disperse, citing safety concerns, but the group refused.
  • The university asked protesters to disband the encampment citing safety concerns but they refused.

Deceptions

45%

Examples:

  • Protesters remain in encampment on Wayne State University campus
  • The encampment has been in place since last Thursday. The university asked the group to disperse, citing safety concerns, but the group refused.

Recent Articles

Wayne State University: Pro-Palestinian Encampment Leads to Free Speech vs. Public Safety Debate Amidst Ongoing Conflict with Israel

Wayne State University: Pro-Palestinian Encampment Leads to Free Speech vs. Public Safety Debate Amidst Ongoing Conflict with Israel

Broke On: Thursday, 23 May 2024 Protesters at Wayne State University establish a pro-Palestinian encampment, leading to negotiations over divestment and clashes with administration over free speech and public safety. Police dismantle camp, arresting 13 people amidst suspended classes and evacuated housing. Ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas results in investigations for potential war crimes.