Jon Chrisos

National award-winning journalist and Maine native Jon Chrisos anchors Maine's Total Coverage at 5, 6, 10, and 11. Jon has covered - and uncovered - some of the biggest news in his home state for more than a decade. His work has been honored with a national Investigative Reporters and Editors (IRE) Award, a national Edward R. Murrow Award, 12 regional Edward R. Murrow Awards, and two Boston/New England Emmy Awards. Jon is passionate about helping those who've been wronged. His reporting has sparked changes to state and federal laws to better protect the most vulnerable in our communities, including children, the elderly, and veterans. During his time in Portland, he's helped recover more than $7 million for Maine consumers and was presented with an Outstanding Public Service Award from the state of Maine. He's anchored from the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs, reported from the U.S. Supreme Court, and covered severe weather live for CNN and ABC's 'Good Morning America.' Before finding his way back home to the great state of Maine in 2011, Jon worked at television stations in Chicago, Illinois, Louisville, Kentucky, and Evansville, Indiana. His first job as a reporter was at WABI in his hometown of Bangor. Stories by Jon Chrisos

Biography:  https://www.wmtw.com/news-team/25e3affb-e407-45cd-8544-e7fd2b576a5e

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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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Conflicts of Interest

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Contradictions

85%

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  • Commander of U.S. Army Reserve Command Lt. Gen. Jody Daniels discussing authorities regarding soldiers' private weapons and storage vs An Army nurse practitioner recommended that Card's weapons be removed, but officers mistakenly thought they had no options and relied on his family
  • Sgt. First Class Card was not in duty status or under direct control of the U.S. Army at time of shooting vs Sgt. 1st Class Robert Card had weapons despite being prohibited from accessing them while on duty

Deceptions

100%

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Recent Articles

Maine Mass Shooting: Failures in Communication Lead to Tragic Release of Military Reservist with Homicidal Ideations

Maine Mass Shooting: Failures in Communication Lead to Tragic Release of Military Reservist with Homicidal Ideations

Broke On: Wednesday, 25 October 2023 In 2023, Maine suffered its worst mass shooting when Robert Card killed 18 people and injured dozens at a bowling alley and restaurant. The tragedy highlighted communication breakdowns, including delays in notifying the military of his mental health issues and failed warnings from colleagues about his potential for violence. An Army investigation found communication failures between military and civilian hospitals, as well as within the chain of command, resulting in disciplinary action for three officers. The report recommended procedural changes and new policies to better manage reservists' mental health.