KQED Public Media

KQED Public Media is a non-profit public media organization serving Northern California with television, radio, digital media and educational services. The content covers various topics including news, current events, arts and culture, education and more. KQED aims to inform, inspire and involve citizens in civic dialogue through its programming. The articles provided by KQED cover a range of topics such as insurance rate increases, criminal cases, drug monitoring concerns, housing approvals and more.

95%

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 is known for its high journalistic standards. It strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. It has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

Bias

95%

Examples:

  • The articles provided show a slight bias towards state officials' intervention in San Francisco's housing approval process.

Conflicts of Interest

90%

Examples:

  • There are no direct conflicts of interest mentioned in the articles provided.

Contradictions

89%

Examples:

  • In one article, it is mentioned that State Farm is the largest writer of homeowners insurance in California, while in another article, it is stated that their subsidiary is the state's largest writer of homeowners insurance.

Deceptions

100%

Examples:

  • In some articles, alternative viewpoints or facts are presented in a way that may mislead readers.

Recent Articles

  • California Homeowners and Renters Face Significant Rate Increases from State Farm: A Look into the Insurance Crisis

    California Homeowners and Renters Face Significant Rate Increases from State Farm: A Look into the Insurance Crisis

    Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024 California homeowners, renters face steep insurance rate hikes from State Farm due to increased costs and risk. The company requested a 30% increase for homeowners, 36% for condo owners, and 52% for renters. State Farm stopped writing new policies in CA and not renewing thousands of existing ones, raising concerns about its financial stability after a downgrade with a negative outlook. The Department of Insurance will review the filings closely and invite public comment before making a decision.
  • Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's Husband Paul Attacked: David DePape Convicted of Burglary, Kidnapping, and Attempted Murder

    Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's Husband Paul Attacked: David DePape Convicted of Burglary, Kidnapping, and Attempted Murder

    Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024 David DePape was convicted in both state and federal trials for the brutal attack on Paul Pelosi, husband of former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi. In the state trial, he was found guilty of charges including first-degree burglary, false imprisonment, and aggravated kidnapping. The federal trial resulted in convictions for attempted murder and assault with a deadly weapon. DePape's extreme views and conspiracy theories targeted political figures like Nancy Pelosi. The attack raised concerns about politically motivated violence during a time of deep political division.
  • California Judge Dismisses Attempted Murder and Elder Abuse Charges Against David DePape in Paul Pelosi Assault Case Due to Double Jeopardy

    California Judge Dismisses Attempted Murder and Elder Abuse Charges Against David DePape in Paul Pelosi Assault Case Due to Double Jeopardy

    Broke On: Thursday, 06 June 2024 A California judge dismissed charges of attempted murder, elder abuse, and assault with a deadly weapon against David DePape in the state trial for attacking former U.S. House Speaker Paul Pelosi due to double jeopardy following his federal conviction. DePape still faces several charges including false imprisonment and aggravated kidnapping.
  • Deadly Combination: Medetomidine-Laced Fentanyl Surges in US Cities, Claiming Lives in San Francisco

    Deadly Combination: Medetomidine-Laced Fentanyl Surges in US Cities, Claiming Lives in San Francisco

    Broke On: Wednesday, 29 May 2024 A deadly new drug combination, Medetomidine and fentanyl, is causing a surge in overdoses and hospitalizations across the US, including in San Francisco where over 600 lives were lost in 2023. The potent sedative effects of Medetomidine increase the risk for overdose when combined with opioids like fentanyl. Cities such as Philadelphia, Chicago, Indianapolis, Toronto, and Vancouver have reported similar issues. San Francisco officials are urging testing for Medetomidine presence in the local drug supply to prepare for this new threat.
  • California Supreme Court to Decide Fate of Controversial Ballot Measures Altering Taxation and Budgeting Processes

    California Supreme Court to Decide Fate of Controversial Ballot Measures Altering Taxation and Budgeting Processes

    Broke On: Wednesday, 06 December 2023 The California Supreme Court will hear arguments on two controversial ballot measures: one requiring voter approval for new taxes and the other repealing a mansion tax. These measures have sparked intense debate, with supporters arguing for checks and balances and opponents claiming they would limit state funding. The outcome could significantly impact California's political landscape and budgeting process.

  • APEC 2023 Summit Underway in San Francisco Amid Heightened Security and Anticipated Protests

    Broke On: Saturday, 11 November 2023 San Francisco is hosting the 2023 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) conference, causing significant road and transit disruptions. Taiwan is seeking a one-on-one meeting with U.S. President Joe Biden at the APEC summit in San Francisco. President Joe Biden is also set to meet Chinese leader Xi Jinping at the summit. The meeting comes amidst tensions between the two global economies, with hopes to establish a framework for healthy, competitive relations.

  • San Francisco's Lengthy Housing Approval Process Under Scrutiny

    Broke On: Wednesday, 25 October 2023 San Francisco's housing approval process has been criticized for its length and complexity, with some projects taking up to six years to get approved. California officials are pushing for changes to the city's housing approval process, arguing that it is exacerbating the housing crisis.