MPR News

MPR News is a Minnesota-based news organization that provides daily news and programming to Minnesotans. The site focuses on local journalism with a team of talented journalists based in various locations across the state. MPR News holds space for authentic conversation and connection through community events, offers impactful insights that change lives through enterprise teams, and delivers trusted, unbiased reporting on health, meaning, environment or politics, as well as coverage in Native communities. The site has a slight monetary bias in the legal system and an ideological bias in the use of certain language. There are some instances of conflicts of interest and deceptive practices found within the articles.

78%

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

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This news site 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 its reporting.

Bias

85%

Examples:

  • There is an example of ideological bias in the use of phrases such as 'first-degree reckless homicide' and 'attempted first-degree intentional homicide', which may be used to demonize or stigmatize certain beliefs.
  • The site appears to have a slight monetary bias in the legal system, as well as an ideological bias in the use of certain language.

Conflicts of Interest

75%

Examples:

  • The article mentions that Nicolae Miu had been charged with more severe crimes, but was found guilty on less severe charges, indicating a potential monetary bias in the legal system.
  • There are some examples of conflicts of interest found in the articles.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • More than a description of past events, MPR News holds space for authentic conversation and connection through community events.
  • The first wave of storms will focus on southern Minnesota Monday night, with a slight risk for severe weather in the Twin Cities area. However, it was actually said that there is a higher chance for severe weather south of the Twin Cities Monday night across southeastern Minnesota.
  • There are a few instances where contradictions have been found in the articles.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • The article claims 'Our next snow maker arrives Thursday night.' This statement implies that it has been 34 days since the last snowfall when in fact, it was only one day ago.
  • The article states 'It’s been 34 days since that last snow in much of Minnesota.' However, this information is incorrect as there was a significant amount of snowfall on Valentine’s Day around the Twin Cities area which would have fallen within that time frame.
  • There are a few instances where deceptive practices have been found in the articles.

Recent Articles

  • Iowa's Six-Week Abortion Ban: Impact, Exceptions, and Opposition

    Iowa's Six-Week Abortion Ban: Impact, Exceptions, and Opposition

    Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024 Iowa's six-week abortion ban, effective July 2024, restricts most abortions after cardiac activity is detected in an embryo. The law reversed a temporary injunction and has led to increased demand for services in neighboring states. Exceptions include rape, incest, fetal abnormality or life-threatening conditions for the mother. Opposition from organizations such as Planned Parenthood and ACLU of Iowa argues infringement on reproductive rights, raising concerns about health inequities for marginalized groups.
  • Microsoft and CrowdStrike's Faulty Software Update: The $1 Billion Global IT Outage Impacting Airlines, Small Businesses, Hospitals, and Finance

    Microsoft and CrowdStrike's Faulty Software Update: The $1 Billion Global IT Outage Impacting Airlines, Small Businesses, Hospitals, and Finance

    Broke On: Sunday, 21 July 2024 A global IT outage caused by a faulty software update from Microsoft and CrowdStrike resulted in over 1,000 cancelled flights, 2,300 delays, and significant disruptions across industries including small businesses, hospitals, and grocery chains. The fallout extended to finance with discussions around liability and compensation for damages estimated to top $1 billion. Companies are now left to consider investing more in cybersecurity measures or relying on backup systems.
  • Catholic Church Apologizes for Role in Trauma Inflicted on Indigenous Communities through Boarding Schools: A Step Towards Healing and Reconciliation

    Catholic Church Apologizes for Role in Trauma Inflicted on Indigenous Communities through Boarding Schools: A Step Towards Healing and Reconciliation

    Broke On: Friday, 14 June 2024 The US Catholic Bishops apologized for the role of their churches in operating boarding schools that inflicted trauma and caused thousands of deaths among Indigenous communities between 1819 and 1969. The apology, titled 'Keeping Christ’s Sacred Promise,' acknowledges at least 500 schools where tens of thousands were forced to attend, with over a thousand children believed dead. Over 122 priests, sisters, and brothers were accused of sexually abusing Native American children during this period. The apology is a step towards healing and reconciliation but only part of larger efforts.
  • Six Indian-Origin Players Lead USA to Historic Upset Against Pakistan in T20 World Cup Super Over

    Six Indian-Origin Players Lead USA to Historic Upset Against Pakistan in T20 World Cup Super Over

    Broke On: Friday, 07 June 2024 In a historic upset at the T20 World Cup, the USA cricket team, featuring six Indian players on H1-B visas, stunned Pakistan in a Super Over finish. Key contributors included Saurabh Netravalkar and Monank Patel from Mumbai, Milind Kumar from ONGC, and Nitish Kumar who scored the last-ball four to tie the game. The US team's surprising victory could spur cricket growth in America.
  • Five Defendants Convicted in $40 Million Feeding Our Future Fraud Scheme: False Documents and Stolen Millions During COVID-19 Pandemic

    Five Defendants Convicted in $40 Million Feeding Our Future Fraud Scheme: False Documents and Stolen Millions During COVID-19 Pandemic

    Broke On: Friday, 07 June 2024 Five defendants, including Abdiaziz Farah and Mohamed Jama Ismail, were convicted in the first trial of the Feeding Our Future fraud scheme for falsifying documents and lying about feeding millions of meals to children in Minnesota during COVID-19. The defendants stole tens of millions of dollars from the state. A potential bribery scheme involving jurors is currently under investigation.
  • Minneapolis Police Officer Jamal Mitchell: Heroic Life Cut Short in Mass Shooting Incident

    Minneapolis Police Officer Jamal Mitchell: Heroic Life Cut Short in Mass Shooting Incident

    Broke On: Thursday, 30 May 2024 On May 31, 2024, Minneapolis Police Officer Jamal Mitchell, a hero who had only been with the department for a year and a half, was tragically killed during an ambush while trying to save a life on Blaisdell Avenue South. The shooting incident left three people dead and at least four others injured. In response to this tragedy, Governor Tim Walz ordered flags to be flown at half-staff in Mitchell's honor. Donations can be made through the Law Enforcement Labor Services Benevolent Fund to support his grieving family.
  • George Floyd Square: A Symbol of Resistance and Healing, Yet Struggling with Development and Momentum

    George Floyd Square: A Symbol of Resistance and Healing, Yet Struggling with Development and Momentum

    Broke On: Monday, 25 May 2020 George Floyd Square in Minneapolis, site of his tragic death in 2020, remains a symbol of resistance and healing. Daily gatherings include protests, reflection, and performances by Brass Solidarity. The community demands 24 changes from the city but progress has been slow. Some question the movement's momentum. In Syracuse, a 'We March because We Care' event honored Floyd's memory in 2023. Despite delays in development, businesses struggle to thrive due to concrete barricades and homeless gatherings.
  • Minnesota Braces for Once-in-a-Decade Severe Weather Event: Potential for Damaging Winds, Hail, and Tornadoes

    Minnesota Braces for Once-in-a-Decade Severe Weather Event: Potential for Damaging Winds, Hail, and Tornadoes

    Broke On: Monday, 20 May 2024 A once-in-a-decade low-pressure system is set to bring multiple rounds of severe thunderstorms with damaging winds, hail, and potential tornadoes to Minnesota on May 2024. The first wave hits Monday evening with a marginal risk in the Twin Cities and higher risk southward. The second wave impacts Tuesday, bringing two main storm waves that may generate heavy rainfall up to 4 inches locally and flood watches for northeastern cities.
  • Minnesota Braces for Once-in-a-Decade Severe Weather Event: Potential for Damaging Winds, Hail, and Tornadoes

    Minnesota Braces for Once-in-a-Decade Severe Weather Event: Potential for Damaging Winds, Hail, and Tornadoes

    Broke On: Monday, 20 May 2024 A once-in-a-decade low-pressure system is set to bring multiple rounds of severe thunderstorms with damaging winds, hail, and potential tornadoes to Minnesota on May 2024. The first wave hits Monday evening with a marginal risk in the Twin Cities and higher risk southward. The second wave impacts Tuesday, bringing two main storm waves that may generate heavy rainfall up to 4 inches locally and flood watches for northeastern cities.
  • Monitoring the Sun's Impact on Earth: Preparing for Space Weather Challenges During Solar Peak Activity

    Monitoring the Sun's Impact on Earth: Preparing for Space Weather Challenges During Solar Peak Activity

    Broke On: Saturday, 20 April 2024 The Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC) monitors solar activity and its potential impacts on Earth, including disruptive Coronal Mass Ejections (CMEs. These explosive events can cause power grid disruptions, satellite system failures, and GPS navigation issues if they're Earth-directed. Severe space weather can also affect agriculture by disrupting precision farming using GPS technology. As we approach the solar cycle peak later this year, increased solar activity will keep SWPC forecasters busy providing actionable information to safeguard society.