WSMV News Channel

WSMV News Channel is a Nashville-based NBC affiliate that provides comprehensive local news coverage, including breaking news, weather updates, and community stories. The station is known for its in-depth reporting and investigative journalism. WSMV has been recognized with numerous awards for its coverage of various events and emergencies in Middle Tennessee. The primary topics covered by the articles include severe weather events, crime, education, politics, and community news.

86%

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

88%

Examples:

  • Implication that a missing person case has gained national attention without evidence to support this claim.
  • Preference for active voice and unique descriptions.
  • Use of words like 'dangerously' to amplify the severity of weather conditions.

Conflicts of Interest

85%

Examples:

  • No clear conflicts of interest were found in the articles.
  • Some articles contain statements that could be seen as self-promoting or sensationalizing events for higher engagement.
  • The station's close ties to Nashville's country music scene are mentioned in the about us section.

Contradictions

86%

Examples:

  • Contradictory information about the location and events surrounding Riley Strain's disappearance.
  • Inconsistencies in the description of severe weather events and their impact on Middle Tennessee.
  • Misleading statements about Nashville schools' gun policies after the armed teacher bill passes.

Deceptions

85%

Examples:

  • Implication that Riley Strain's disappearance may be involved in some sort of criminal activity.
  • Misleading information about the number of people affected by severe weather events.
  • Misleading statements about Nashville schools' gun policies after the armed teacher bill passes.

Recent Articles

  • Nashville House Fire: Randall Cobb and Family Escape Unharmed After Garage Blaze, Believed Caused by Tesla Charger

    Nashville House Fire: Randall Cobb and Family Escape Unharmed After Garage Blaze, Believed Caused by Tesla Charger

    Broke On: Thursday, 27 June 2024 NFL wide receiver Randall Cobb and his family escaped a house fire caused by an electrical Tesla charger in Nashville, Tennessee. They lost all possessions but were unharmed, with their dog also rescued. The Nashville Fire Department extinguished the fire and prevented injuries. The Cobbs are seeking temporary housing while assessing damage.
  • Former Nashville Officer Arrested, Fired for On-Duty OnlyFans Video: Alleged Misconduct Resulting in Indictment

    Former Nashville Officer Arrested, Fired for On-Duty OnlyFans Video: Alleged Misconduct Resulting in Indictment

    Broke On: Friday, 26 April 2024 Former Nashville police officer Sean Herman was fired and arrested for groping a woman during a mock traffic stop while on duty, as seen in an OnlyFans video. The incident led to two felony official misconduct charges and a $3,000 bond.
  • Severe Weather Alert: Tornados, Heavy Rain, and Flooding Threaten Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky

    Severe Weather Alert: Tornados, Heavy Rain, and Flooding Threaten Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky

    Broke On: Sunday, 26 May 2024 Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky face imminent threat of tornados, heavy rainfall, large hail, damaging winds, and flooding over Memorial Day weekend.
  • Severe Weather Alert: Tornados, Heavy Rain, and Flooding Threaten Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky

    Severe Weather Alert: Tornados, Heavy Rain, and Flooding Threaten Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky

    Broke On: Sunday, 26 May 2024 Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky face imminent threat of tornados, heavy rainfall, large hail, damaging winds, and flooding over Memorial Day weekend.
  • Three Dead, Over 200,000 Without Power: Southeastern US Hit by Deadly Tornadoes on May 9, 2024

    Three Dead, Over 200,000 Without Power: Southeastern US Hit by Deadly Tornadoes on May 9, 2024

    Broke On: Thursday, 09 May 2024 At least three people were killed and extensive damage was caused by a series of deadly tornadoes that struck Tennessee, North Carolina, and other southeastern US states on May 9, 2024. The storms left hundreds of thousands without power and forecasters warned of more severe weather to come.
  • Tennessee Schools and Gun Policies: A Developing Story on Armed Teachers and Campus Security

    Tennessee Schools and Gun Policies: A Developing Story on Armed Teachers and Campus Security

    Broke On: Tuesday, 23 April 2024 Tennessee lawmakers passed bills allowing teachers to carry concealed handguns on school campuses, sparking debates among educators, parents, and lawmakers. While Metro Nashville Public Schools will not change its gun policies, other counties are undecided. A bill awaits Governor Bill Lee's signature for K-12 teachers to carry guns if they meet specific requirements. Crime statistics show a 20% reduction in all categories since faculty members in higher education were allowed to carry weapons without notification.
  • Missing College Student Riley Strain: Search Continues at Cheatham Dam in Ashland City, Tennessee

    Missing College Student Riley Strain: Search Continues at Cheatham Dam in Ashland City, Tennessee

    Broke On: Tuesday, 19 March 2024 22-year old college student Riley Strain from the University of Missouri went missing in Nashville on March 8th. The search has moved to Cheatham Dam after nothing was found at river banks. Water temperatures are cool but expected to rise soon, and United Cajun Navy joined forces with police for hundreds of leads and tips.
  • 22-Year-Old University of Missouri Student Missing in Nashville After Being Kicked Out of Luke Bryan's Bar: Cajun Navy Assists with Search

    22-Year-Old University of Missouri Student Missing in Nashville After Being Kicked Out of Luke Bryan's Bar: Cajun Navy Assists with Search

    Broke On: Tuesday, 19 March 2024 22-year-old University of Missouri student Riley Strain went missing in Nashville on March 8 after being kicked out of Luke Bryan's bar. The Cajun Navy is assisting with the search for Riley at the request of his family, while Metro Nashville police are searching the Cumberland River and homeless encampments near it using boats from the United States Coast Guard.
  • 22-Year-Old University of Missouri Student Riley Strain Missing in Nashville After Leaving Bar with Fraternity Brothers

    22-Year-Old University of Missouri Student Riley Strain Missing in Nashville After Leaving Bar with Fraternity Brothers

    Broke On: Tuesday, 12 March 2024 A 22-year-old University of Missouri student, Riley Strain, went missing in Nashville on Friday night after leaving a bar with his fraternity brothers. He was last seen wearing a brown button-up shirt with a black chest pocket and blue jeans. Surveillance footage shows him crossing the street to Gay Street at 9:47 p.m., which is about 0.7 miles from the bar he was in earlier.
  • Winter Weather Disrupts Weekend Plans in East and Middle Tennessee

    Winter Weather Disrupts Weekend Plans in East and Middle Tennessee

    Broke On: Sunday, 21 January 2024 A wind chill advisory has been issued for Knoxville until January 21st as the winter weather causes disruptions to plans. The cold temperatures and ice formation have led to road closures, businesses and schools shutdowns, and potential hypothermia risks. However, the city is treating roads with calcium chloride additive to melt snow. Middle Tennessee has also experienced heavy snowfall since January 15th leading to similar issues. The cold spell will last until next week when a warm and wet weather system is expected, but could also bring flooding risks.