WBAL-TV News Station Baltimore MD USA

WBAL-TV News Station Baltimore MD USA provides local and national news coverage, including weather updates, sports events like the Preakness Stakes, and breaking news stories. The source appears to have a neutral reporting style with no clear political affiliations. They cover a variety of topics such as politics, crime, health, entertainment and more. The site includes primary topics of excessive heat warnings in Maryland, the Key Bridge collapse and its subsequent investigation involving the Dali cargo ship, and legal cases such as that of Marilyn Mosby.

99%

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 source appears to have a neutral reporting style with no clear political affiliations.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • The source does not seem to have any conflicts of interest.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • In article: 'Temperatures in Maryland will reach mid to upper 90s and heat indices will exceed 100 degrees.' Actual temperatures were lower than predicted.
  • The Dali became buoyant around 6:40 a.m.

Deceptions

100%

Examples:

  • Article: 'What is mifepristone?', no mention of it being an abortion pill.

Recent Articles

  • New Study: Women in Their 40s Prefer to Delay Breast Cancer Screening After Decision Aid Intervention - What You Should Know

    New Study: Women in Their 40s Prefer to Delay Breast Cancer Screening After Decision Aid Intervention - What You Should Know

    Broke On: Tuesday, 16 July 2024 A study in the Annals of Internal Medicine found that some women in their 40s prefer to delay breast cancer screening after a decision aid intervention, with lower breast cancer risk. However, not all women should delay without consulting healthcare providers. Another study showed that those who wait until age 50 have lower risk based on family history, while earlier screenings have higher risks and less concern for downsides. The US Preventive Services Task Force recommends mammograms every other year for women aged 40-74, but many are unaware of the risks. Dr. Laura Esserman advocates for a personalized approach to screening through the WISDOM study.
  • Record-Breaking Heat Wave: DC and Baltimore Brace for Triple-Digit Temperatures and Possible Thunderstorms

    Record-Breaking Heat Wave: DC and Baltimore Brace for Triple-Digit Temperatures and Possible Thunderstorms

    Broke On: Sunday, 14 July 2024 A relentless heat wave hits the D.C. area and beyond with record-breaking temperatures over 100 degrees, triggering health concerns and excessive heat warnings through the week. Highs in the low 100s expected, with possible thunderstorms and a Code Orange air quality alert for sensitive groups.
  • Former Ravens Star Jacoby Jones: A Life Remembered in Football and Beyond

    Former Ravens Star Jacoby Jones: A Life Remembered in Football and Beyond

    Broke On: Sunday, 14 July 2024 Former Baltimore Ravens wide receiver and kick returner Jacoby Jones, known for his game-tying touchdown catch in the 2013 AFC Divisional playoffs and record-breaking 108-yard Super Bowl XLVII kickoff return touchdown, passed away at age 40. Born in New Orleans, Jones attended Lane College and set several Ravens records during his career from 2011 to 2014. Beloved figure on and off the field, cause of death unknown.
  • Bloomberg Philanthropies Donates $1 Billion to Make Johns Hopkins Medical School Tuition-Free for Most Students

    Bloomberg Philanthropies Donates $1 Billion to Make Johns Hopkins Medical School Tuition-Free for Most Students

    Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024 Bloomberg Philanthropies donated $1 billion to Johns Hopkins University, making medical school tuition-free for most students and covering living expenses for many more. The gift aims to address financial barriers and attract diverse talent to essential fields like medicine.
  • DC Heatwave: Scorching Temperatures and Humidity Lead to Heat Advisory, Potential Health Risks

    DC Heatwave: Scorching Temperatures and Humidity Lead to Heat Advisory, Potential Health Risks

    Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024 DC Area Braces for Scorching Heat: Heat Advisory Issued with Temperatures Reaching Up to 105 Degrees; Fire Departments Prepare for Heat-Related Emergencies. Stay hydrated, avoid prolonged sun exposure to prevent heat cramps, exhaustion, or stroke.
  • Mystery Surrounds Electrical Failures on Cargo Ship Dali, Linked to Baltimore Bridge Collapse

    Mystery Surrounds Electrical Failures on Cargo Ship Dali, Linked to Baltimore Bridge Collapse

    Broke On: Tuesday, 26 March 2024 On June 24, 2024, the Dali cargo ship, which had collided with Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge in March and caused a power outage and bridge collapse, killing six workers, departed from the Port of Baltimore for Norfolk. The NTSB is investigating potential electrical component issues as the cause of the power losses leading to the collision. The ship's owner and operator are being sued by Baltimore City for negligence.
  • Eight Crew Members of Stranded Dali Ship Granted Permission to Return Home

    Eight Crew Members of Stranded Dali Ship Granted Permission to Return Home

    Broke On: Tuesday, 26 March 2024 Eight crew members of the Dali cargo ship, stranded since a March collision with Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge that resulted in six fatalities, may fly home as early as Thursday following an agreement between attorneys for the city and ship's owner. The crew, mainly Indians and one Sri Lankan national, have been under investigation for potential involvement in the bridge collapse incident. The U.S. Department of Justice has already interviewed them. Baltimore City initially sought to prevent their departure due to ongoing investigations but agreed after the shipping company promised to provide necessary documents within 30 days.
  • Suspect Arrested in Maryland for Alleged Role in Mother-of-Five's Murder: Victor Antonio Martinez-Hernandez Identified through DNA Evidence and Interpol Red Notice

    Suspect Arrested in Maryland for Alleged Role in Mother-of-Five's Murder: Victor Antonio Martinez-Hernandez Identified through DNA Evidence and Interpol Red Notice

    Broke On: Sunday, 06 August 2023 El Salvador native Victor Antonio Martinez-Hernandez, accused of murder in his home country and linked to street gangs, was arrested as a suspect in the 2023 murder of Maryland mother Rachel Morin. DNA and surveillance video connected him to a Los Angeles home invasion. He is currently held without bond in Tulsa, Oklahoma on trespassing charges and faces homicide charges in Maryland.
  • Supreme Court Upholds FDA Approval of Abortion Pill Mifepristone, Preserving Access for Now

    Supreme Court Upholds FDA Approval of Abortion Pill Mifepristone, Preserving Access for Now

    Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024 The Supreme Court unanimously upheld the FDA's approval of mifepristone, preserving nationwide access to the abortion pill. The ruling sets a precedent against judges limiting patient access to critical medications and politicizing the FDA's approval process. Mifepristone, a safe and effective drug used in combination with misoprostol for medication abortions, remains crucial for many people in states with limited clinic access. Challenges to reproductive health care continue as anti-abortion groups seek further restrictions.
  • Severe Storms Hit Maryland: At Least One Person Injured, Multiple Structures Damaged in Gaithersburg and Sykesville

    Severe Storms Hit Maryland: At Least One Person Injured, Multiple Structures Damaged in Gaithersburg and Sykesville

    Broke On: Wednesday, 05 June 2024 On June 5, 2024, Maryland faced severe storms with tornadoes and heavy rain, causing damage to structures and flooding in various counties. The National Weather Service issued tornado warnings for several areas and advised residents to take necessary precautions. The exact cause of the storms is being investigated.