Detroit Free Press

The Detroit Free Press is a reputable news source that provides comprehensive coverage of local and national news. The newspaper has a long history of journalistic excellence, having won 10 Pulitzer Prizes, and is committed to being “on guard” for their readers. The newspaper covers a wide range of topics including politics, business, sports, entertainment and health. They also have a strong online presence with an active social media following. While there are some minor contradictions in the articles reviewed, they do not significantly impact the overall reliability of the news source.

100%

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

100%

Examples:

  • The Detroit Free Press appears to have no significant bias in their reporting.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • There are no significant conflicts of interest found in the articles or in the news organization itself.

Contradictions

95%

Examples:

  • However, these instances are rare and do not significantly impact the overall reliability of the news source.
  • There are instances of contradictions found in the articles, such as differing information on the cause of a fire and the number of states with reported cattle herd infections.

Deceptions

100%

Examples:

  • The news source appears to be transparent and honest in their reporting.
  • There are no instances of deception found in the articles.

Recent Articles

  • Porsche Tops Premium Brands, Hyundai Wins Most Segment Awards in J.D. Power APEAL Study

    Porsche Tops Premium Brands, Hyundai Wins Most Segment Awards in J.D. Power APEAL Study

    Broke On: Friday, 26 July 2024 The latest J.D. Power APEAL Study reveals Porsche as the top premium brand with a score of 892, while MINI leads mass market brands with 875. Hyundai Motor Group earns seven segment-level awards and non-Tesla EV owners report higher satisfaction levels. Rivian's Adventure Vehicles gain popularity despite not meeting certain criteria for official ranking. Tesla's overall score drops to 870 from last year.
  • Detroit Tigers' Offensive Surge and Tarik Skubal's Dominant Pitching Lead to 8-2 Victory over Cleveland Guardians

    Detroit Tigers' Offensive Surge and Tarik Skubal's Dominant Pitching Lead to 8-2 Victory over Cleveland Guardians

    Broke On: Monday, 22 July 2024 On July 22, 2024, the Detroit Tigers defeated the Cleveland Guardians 8-2 at Progressive Field, fueled by key moments from players like Jake Rogers and Tarik Skubal. Skubal pitched seven strong innings with six strikeouts and a 2.34 ERA, leading the American League. The Tigers' offense continued to produce throughout the game, securing their 11th win in the last 14 games against the Guardians and avoiding back-to-back losses.
  • Abdul 'Duke' Fakir of The Four Tops: Smooth Tenor and Motown Legend Passes Away at 88

    Abdul 'Duke' Fakir of The Four Tops: Smooth Tenor and Motown Legend Passes Away at 88

    Broke On: Monday, 22 July 2024 Abdul 'Duke' Fakir, Detroit native and last surviving original member of Motown legends The Four Tops, passed away at 88. Known for hits like 'Reach Out I'll Be There,' he formed the group with Levi Stubbs in 1953. The Four Tops earned a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and continued performing until Fakir's retirement due to health issues.
  • Trailblazing Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Passes Away at 74: A Legacy of Civil Rights and Women's Advocacy

    Trailblazing Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Passes Away at 74: A Legacy of Civil Rights and Women's Advocacy

    Broke On: Friday, 19 July 2024 Prominent Democratic congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, a civil rights and women's rights advocate from Texas, passed away at age 74 after battling pancreatic cancer. Born in New Orleans, she attended Yale and Virginia Law School before making history as Houston's first African-American city councilwoman in 1989. Jackson Lee served Texas's 18th District since 1995, spearheading renewal of the Violence Against Women Act and pushing for police misconduct legislation. Her passing leaves a void in Congress; Texas Democrats must select a new candidate to represent her district.
  • President Biden Vows to Continue Campaign Amidst Calls for Exit from Some Democrats

    President Biden Vows to Continue Campaign Amidst Calls for Exit from Some Democrats

    Broke On: Friday, 12 July 2024 Despite calls for him to step down, President Joe Biden vowed to continue his reelection campaign during a rally in Detroit, Michigan on July 12, 2024. Amidst criticism regarding his age and fitness for office following a debate with Donald Trump, Biden received enthusiastic support from the crowd as he focused on potential actions of a returned Trump administration.
  • Heavy Rain from Hurricane Beryl Floods Midwest Regions: Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio Brace for Impact

    Heavy Rain from Hurricane Beryl Floods Midwest Regions: Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio Brace for Impact

    Broke On: Tuesday, 09 July 2024 In late July, Hurricane Beryl brought heavy rain and flooding concerns to Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio. Southern Michigan was predicted to receive up to 6 inches of rain, potentially impacting cities like Kalamazoo, Jackson, Ann Arbor, and Detroit. Meanwhile in southeast Michigan, residents were urged to prepare for flooding as one to three inches of rainfall was forecasted. The Great Lakes Water Authority warned that the excessive rain could overwhelm its system. Indiana and Ohio also experienced heavy rain and tornado warnings.
  • Two Fatal Shootings at Detroit's East Side Block Parties: One Man Critical, One Woman Dead, 17 Others Injured

    Two Fatal Shootings at Detroit's East Side Block Parties: One Man Critical, One Woman Dead, 17 Others Injured

    Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024 Two fatal shootings occurred in Detroit's east side on July 7, 2024, leaving a 21-year-old man and a 20-year-old woman dead. At least 19 people were injured during separate incidents at Reno Street and Rossini Drive. Authorities are investigating and no suspects have been identified. The shootings are part of a surge in gun violence this summer, with community leaders calling for increased safety measures.
  • Detroit Pistons Hire J.B. Bickerstaff as New Head Coach Amidst NBA Offseason Shake-up and $50M Salary Cap Space

    Detroit Pistons Hire J.B. Bickerstaff as New Head Coach Amidst NBA Offseason Shake-up and $50M Salary Cap Space

    Broke On: Sunday, 30 June 2024 New Detroit Pistons coach J.B. Bickerstaff, fresh from leading Cleveland Cavaliers to playoff appearances, takes charge as team aims to revive post-season drought and maximize salary cap space.
  • USDA Announces Compensation for Dairy Farmers Affected by Bird Flu Outbreak

    USDA Announces Compensation for Dairy Farmers Affected by Bird Flu Outbreak

    Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024 The USDA announced plans to compensate dairy farmers for milk losses due to bird flu-infected cows, providing relief through the Emergency Assistance for Livestock program. Over 130 dairy herds in 12 states have been affected since March, causing significant disruptions and financial losses. Bird flu viruses can remain active on hard surfaces for hours, increasing concerns about contamination of milking equipment and potential spread among animals and farmworkers.
  • Avian Flu Spreads Among Dairy Cattle: Concerns Over Human Transmission and Data Gaps

    Avian Flu Spreads Among Dairy Cattle: Concerns Over Human Transmission and Data Gaps

    Broke On: Monday, 17 June 2024 Growing concerns over the spread of avian flu among dairy cattle in the US, with at least 94 herds testing positive across 12 states. Experts worry about increased human transmission risk and the potential for virus mutation. Michigan is a hotspot despite no known outbreaks, as wastewater shows high levels of H5 influenza A virus. Lack of data on avian flu spread in dairy herds leaves federal government without sufficient information to contain the issue.