Live 5 News

Live 5 WCSC is a news station based in Charleston, South Carolina. The station is committed to providing accurate and timely news coverage to the community. The primary topics covered by the articles on the site include local politics, crime, weather events, sports, and human interest stories. The site occasionally reports on national and international news as well. In some of their reporting, there have been instances of biased language and contradictions in their articles.

88%

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

90%

Examples:

  • For all you girl dads out there, and you strong moms, you know that strong girls become strong women, and strong women become strong leaders, and none of that happens if we have biological boys playing in girls’ sports.
  • The article quotes John’s brother stating that Boeing had a culture of concealment and was putting profits over safety, but there is no evidence to support this claim either.
  • The article states that John didn’t pull a Kamala go and come back. I went 400 miles down that border; you are not ready for what I saw.

Conflicts of Interest

85%

Examples:

  • ]Barnett was suffering from PTSD and anxiety attacks as a result of being subjected to the hostile work environment at Boeing, which we believe led to his death.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Barnett had a silver handgun in his right hand with his finger still on the trigger and suffered an apparent gunshot wound to his right temple.
  • Mace acknowledged former President Donald Trump’s endorsement and said South Carolina would have his back this November.
  • The coroner ruled that Barnett died from what appears to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

Deceptions

90%

Examples:

  • For all you girl dads out there, and you strong moms, you know that strong girls become strong women, and strong women become strong leaders, and none of that happens if we have biological boys playing in girls’ sports.
  • The article quotes John’s brother stating that Boeing had a culture of concealment and was putting profits over safety, but there is no evidence to support this claim either.
  • The article states that John didn’t pull a Kamala go and come back. I went 400 miles down that border; you are not ready for what I saw.

Recent Articles

  • Former Governor Nikki Haley Mourns Loss of Father Ajit Singh Randhawa: Smartest, Kindest Man I've Known

    Former Governor Nikki Haley Mourns Loss of Father Ajit Singh Randhawa: Smartest, Kindest Man I've Known

    Broke On: Sunday, 16 June 2024 Former South Carolina Governor and UN Ambassador Nikki Haley mourns the passing of her father, Ajit Singh Randhawa, on Father's Day. Born in India with a master's degree in biology, Randhawa moved to South Carolina to teach at Voorhees College and became an amazing husband, loving grandfather and great-grandfather who instilled faith, hard work, and grace in his children.
  • Nancy Mace Defies Kevin McCarthy: How the South Carolina Congresswoman Emerged Victorious in a Contentious Primary

    Nancy Mace Defies Kevin McCarthy: How the South Carolina Congresswoman Emerged Victorious in a Contentious Primary

    Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024 Republican Nancy Mace secured a victory in the South Carolina 1st Congressional District primary, defeating Catherine Templeton despite opposition from former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and Trump's previous endorsement of her challenger. Mace received approximately 58% of the votes, with plans to continue serving on key committees and focusing on women's issues if re-elected in November.
  • Boeing Under FAA Investigation for Alleged Inspection Bypasses on 787 Dreamliners

    Boeing Under FAA Investigation for Alleged Inspection Bypasses on 787 Dreamliners

    Broke On: Monday, 06 May 2024 Boeing faces an FAA investigation after employees may have bypassed required inspections on 787 Dreamliner aircraft, affecting hundreds of planes. Boeing notified the FAA in April about potential falsification of records related to these inspections. The issue comes amidst ongoing scrutiny over Boeing's safety practices and whistleblower allegations.
  • Boeing Whistleblower John Barnett Dies by Suicide Amid Oxygen System Concerns

    Boeing Whistleblower John Barnett Dies by Suicide Amid Oxygen System Concerns

    Broke On: Wednesday, 13 March 2024 Boeing whistleblower John Barnett, a former quality manager at Boeing's North Charleston plant, died by suicide on Saturday. He had raised concerns about oxygen systems on the long-haul jet and filed a complaint against the company with the U.S. Labor Department in 2017 under the AIR21 Whistleblower Protection Program.

  • Nikki Haley Gains Momentum in Presidential Race Amidst Trump's Attempts to Overshadow

    Broke On: Friday, 24 November 2023 Nikki Haley hosted a town hall event in Bluffton, South Carolina, discussing a range of topics including international conflicts, economic issues, veteran benefits, healthcare, and border patrol. Haley's policy knowledge and open-minded approach to complex issues have impressed key figures such as Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase. Despite trailing former President Donald J. Trump in polls, Haley has gained ground on Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida. Haley argued that while she agrees with many of Trump's policies, she believes the time is right for a new generation in U.S. leadership. Former President Trump attended the Clemson-South Carolina football game, using the event to garner support in a key region for his presidential ambitions.

  • Nebraska Woman Receives Marriage Proposal During Deer Hunting Trip

    Broke On: Sunday, 26 November 2023 Samantha Camenzind received a marriage proposal from her boyfriend, Cole Bures, during a deer hunting trip. The proposal came after Camenzind shot a large buck, which the couple had previously spotted on a trail camera. The couple, who have been dating for three years, share a love for hunting and consume the meat of their kills. The proposal was captured by a professional photographer.

  • Marquette Golden Eagles Upset Kansas Jayhawks in Maui Invitational Semifinals

    Broke On: Tuesday, 21 November 2023 Marquette Golden Eagles defeated Kansas Jayhawks 73-59 The game was moved from the Lahaina Civic Center in Lahaina, Hawaii, to the Stan Sherrif Center on the campus of the University of Hawaii at Mānoa due to wildfire damage on the island of Maui Marquette's Oso Ighodaro scored 21 points and grabbed 9 rebounds Kansas' Hunter Dickinson was held to his lowest scoring output of the season with 13 points Marquette will now face Purdue in the title game

  • Navy Plane Overshoots Runway in Hawaii, All Crew Members Unharmed

    Broke On: Tuesday, 21 November 2023
      A U.S. Navy reconnaissance plane, a P-8A Poseidon, overshot the runway at Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay in Hawaii, ending up in the bay. All nine crew members aboard the aircraft escaped without sustaining serious injuries. The Poseidon belongs to the Navy's Patrol Squadron 4, based at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Washington. The incident was quickly responded to by the Coast Guard and rescue operations were called off as all parties involved were rescued.

    • Hurricane Otis Devastates Acapulco, Death Toll Rises to 39

      Broke On: Monday, 30 October 2023 Hurricane Otis, a Category 3 storm, made landfall in Mexico, causing significant damage and loss of life. The death toll from the hurricane has risen to 39, as search and rescue teams continue to comb through the debris in Acapulco. The Mexican government has declared a state of emergency and is coordinating relief efforts to assist those affected by the hurricane.

    • West Virginia Man Indicted in 2000 Disappearance Case; Woman Re-indicted for Husband's Murder

      Broke On: Tuesday, 24 October 2023
        Larry Webb has been indicted on a murder charge in connection with the disappearance of Natasha Alex Carter in 2000. Webb was already serving a life sentence for the murder of his wife. Natalie Cochran has been re-indicted for the murder of her husband, Michael Cochran.