WAFB News

WAFB is a news station that provides local and regional news, sports, weather, and other community-related content. The site covers a variety of topics including crime, education, health, politics and entertainment. Articles often feature interviews with experts and eyewitness accounts to provide comprehensive coverage of events. However, some articles lack proper context or details which can lead to misunderstandings or misinterpretations.

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

95%

Examples:

  • The articles analyzed show no clear signs of editorial slant or preference.

Conflicts of Interest

90%

Examples:

  • No direct conflicts of interest were identified, but the site is owned by Gray Television which has a vested interest in maintaining its reputation for credible reporting.

Contradictions

50%

Examples:

  • Another article contradicts ESPN's over/under prediction for a college football game.
  • In one article, contradictory information is presented regarding local events and initiatives.

Deceptions

50%

Examples:

  • The deceptive practices found involve presenting information about an arrest without providing full context or details of the allegations.

Recent Articles

  • LSU Cornerback Javien Toviano Charged with Video Voyeurism: Secretly Recorded Intimate Encounters

    LSU Cornerback Javien Toviano Charged with Video Voyeurism: Secretly Recorded Intimate Encounters

    Broke On: Sunday, 21 July 2024 LSU cornerback Javien Toviano, 19, was arrested for video voyeurism after allegedly recording himself having sex with a woman without her consent using a hidden camera. The victim discovered the videos on Toviano's iPad and reported the incident to law enforcement. Toviano admitted to using a hidden camera during an interview with authorities and was charged with video voyeurism. LSU suspended him from all team activities following his arrest.
  • Urgent Warning: Preventing Tick-Borne Diseases as Cases Surge in Vermont and Beyond

    Urgent Warning: Preventing Tick-Borne Diseases as Cases Surge in Vermont and Beyond

    Broke On: Friday, 10 May 2024 As warmer months approach, health officials urge precautions against tick-borne diseases, with over 62,000 reported cases in the US in 2022. Vermont saw over 1,400 Lyme disease reports. Rebecca Vickery shares her experience with debilitating symptoms. Experts advise sticking to trails, wearing protective clothing, and removing ticks promptly.

  • Penn State Hosts Michigan Amid Controversy and High Expectations

    Broke On: Wednesday, 01 November 2023 Penn State is set to host Michigan in their annual Stripe Out game on November 11, 2023 Michigan's coach, Jim Harbaugh, has been sidelined due to a sign-stealing saga The projection system favors the Penn State Nittany Lions for the game