KOIN News Team - Portland CBS Affiliate

KOIN News Team is a news source covering Portland and Vancouver areas. They provide coverage on local news, weather, sports, and community events. The articles are generally well-written and easy to understand.

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

100%

Examples:

  • KOIN News Team presents news in an unbiased manner.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • The station does not appear to have any conflicts of interest.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

Deceptions

65%

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Recent Articles

  • 11 Innovative Gadgets and Tools for Summer: Optimize Finances, Grilling, and Home Upgrades

    11 Innovative Gadgets and Tools for Summer: Optimize Finances, Grilling, and Home Upgrades

    Broke On: Thursday, 27 June 2024 Discover 11 innovative gadgets and tools for an enhanced summer experience, from optimizing finances with a portable power bank to elevating grilling with a water-resistant speaker. Upgrade homes with wearable air conditioners, bag tags, and more in this comprehensive guide.
  • Darlene 3 Fire: Over 1,700 Acres Burn in Central Oregon, Prompting Evacuations and Power Outages

    Darlene 3 Fire: Over 1,700 Acres Burn in Central Oregon, Prompting Evacuations and Power Outages

    Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024 A wildfire named Darlene 3 Fire broke out in central Oregon on June 25, 2024, spreading to over 1,700 acres and prompting evacuations for some areas of Deschutes County. Thousands of residents were left without power as the fire tripled in size within an hour and was still spreading Tuesday night. Evacuation alerts affected about 1,100 homes and businesses in La Pine, with a population around 2,500. The cause is under investigation.
  • GLP-1: A Game Changer in Obesity Therapy and Beyond

    GLP-1: A Game Changer in Obesity Therapy and Beyond

    Broke On: Saturday, 15 June 2024 GLP-1, a satiety hormone discovered in groundbreaking research, shows promise for obesity therapy and type 2 diabetes remission. GLP-1 drugs have led to weight loss and improved cardiovascular health, despite some side effects. Ongoing research aims to enhance their efficacy and expand their applications beyond obesity.
  • Two Unvaccinated Individuals Contract Measles in Oregon: Potential Exposure Sites Identified

    Two Unvaccinated Individuals Contract Measles in Oregon: Potential Exposure Sites Identified

    Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024 Two unvaccinated individuals in Clackamas County, Oregon, have confirmed measles cases. Potential exposure sites include OHSU Immediate Care Richmond Clinic and OHSU Hospital Emergency Department on specific dates. Measles is a contagious disease with symptoms including fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and rash. Those at highest risk include unvaccinated pregnant people, infants under 1 year old, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Oregon had zero confirmed measles cases before these recent developments.
  • Bull Escapes Arena at Sisters Rodeo, Injures Four Spectators

    Bull Escapes Arena at Sisters Rodeo, Injures Four Spectators

    Broke On: Saturday, 08 June 2024 A bull named Party Bus escaped from the Sisters Rodeo arena in Oregon on June 8, 2024, charging into spectators and leaving four people injured. The bull jumped the barrier and was contained near holding pens with the help of rodeo staff and deputies. This rare incident occurred during the Xtreme Bull Riding event where Party Bus had competed earlier that week.
  • Whooping Cough Surges in US: Over 4,800 Cases Reported in Mid-2024 - A Triple Increase from Last Year

    Whooping Cough Surges in US: Over 4,800 Cases Reported in Mid-2024 - A Triple Increase from Last Year

    Broke On: Thursday, 06 June 2024 Whooping cough cases in the US surged by nearly three times in 2024, with over 4,800 reported cases as of mid-June. Oregon and Washington saw the most significant increases. The reasons for this surge are unclear but may be linked to decreased vaccination rates and COVID-19 pandemic disruptions. Health officials urge everyone to stay up-to-date on vaccinations, particularly pregnant women, and encourage good hygiene practices to prevent spread.
  • Former NBA Player Drew Gordon: Tragic Car Accident Claims Life of UCLA Alum and Older Brother of Aaron Gordon at Age 33

    Former NBA Player Drew Gordon: Tragic Car Accident Claims Life of UCLA Alum and Older Brother of Aaron Gordon at Age 33

    Broke On: Friday, 31 May 2024 Former NBA player Drew Gordon, older brother of Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon, tragically passed away in a car accident at age 33. Confirmed by Denver Nuggets and Philadelphia 76ers. Played two years at UCLA, transferred to New Mexico for junior season, later played in foreign leagues and G League. Played nine games with Philadelphia 76ers during 2014-15 season. Survived by wife Angela and three children.
  • Nathan Vasquez Leads in Multnomah County DA Race: Tough on Crime and Connecting People to Treatment vs. Oklahoma's Controversial Immigration Law

    Nathan Vasquez Leads in Multnomah County DA Race: Tough on Crime and Connecting People to Treatment vs. Oklahoma's Controversial Immigration Law

    Broke On: Tuesday, 21 May 2024 In the Multnomah County District Attorney race, Nathan Vasquez leads with over 55% of the votes, having received 64,175 votes. He is a senior deputy district attorney and focuses on traditional 'tough on crime' policies. Meanwhile, Oklahoma faces a lawsuit from the US Department of Justice to block a law criminalizing living in the state without legal immigration status. Governor Kevin Stitt defends the bill as necessary due to border security failures, while AG Gentner Drummond calls the DOJ's argument 'dubious at best'. Vasquez spoke to supporters in Portland, expressing his commitment to ending open-air drug use.
  • 17-Year-Old Girl Rescued from Human Trafficking in Ventura County after Sending Distress Texts in Spanish

    17-Year-Old Girl Rescued from Human Trafficking in Ventura County after Sending Distress Texts in Spanish

    Broke On: Thursday, 09 May 2024 A 17-year-old girl was rescued from human trafficking in Ventura County, California, after she texted for help in Spanish. Deputies located and arrested the suspect within 20 minutes based on the messages translated by the Sheriff's Communication Center. The victim had been trafficked into California from Mexico two months prior to her rescue.
  • Former Police Officer Suspected of Killing Ex-Wife and Girlfriend, Fleeing with Son: Two Women Found Dead at His Home, One Shot Outside School

    Former Police Officer Suspected of Killing Ex-Wife and Girlfriend, Fleeing with Son: Two Women Found Dead at His Home, One Shot Outside School

    Broke On: Wednesday, 24 April 2024 Former police officer Elias Huizar is suspected of killing his ex-wife and girlfriend in separate incidents, abducting his 1-year-old son, and shooting a woman outside a school before taking his own life during a police pursuit. Authorities issued an Amber Alert for Roman Santos and later found him safe. Huiziar had previously resigned from the Yakima Police Department due to discipline and was wanted for child rape charges.