WIBW News Team

WIBW News Team is a news organization that provides timely and accurate information to the public. The team covers a wide range of topics including local, national and international news, weather updates, sports events and more. They have a dedicated team of journalists who work tirelessly to bring the latest stories to their audience. The articles published by WIBW News Team are generally balanced and fair with no significant signs of personal or organizational bias. However, there have been instances where the language used in the articles has been found to be deceptive or misleading.

89%

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

92%

Examples:

  • The news team provides information in a balanced and fair manner without any clear signs of personal or organizational bias.
  • There are no instances of logical fallacies or deceptive practices present in the articles.

Conflicts of Interest

90%

Examples:

  • The author uses phrases like “intense night”, “baseball-sized hail” and “at least six tornadoes” to create a sense of fear and excitement among readers, without providing any context or comparison.
  • The sentence ‗In addition, baseball-sized hail was confirmed

Contradictions

95%

Examples:

  • A tornado hit Westmoreland, Kan. at 4:41 p.m. on April 30, causing extensive damage. At least one person was killed during the tornado.
  • In addition, baseball-sized hail was confirmed.
  • The Kansas Supreme Court has struck down a series of Kansas laws related to abortions. The cases are separate from challenges to more recent laws passed by the legislature.

Deceptions

85%

Examples:

  • The author claims that ‗at least six tornadoes were reported with no injuries”. However, this statement is not supported by any evidence in the article and could be seen as an exaggeration or a lie by omission.
  • The sentence ‗In addition, baseball-sized hail was confirmed

Recent Articles

  • Kansas Supreme Court Strikes Down Two Anti-Abortion Laws, Reinforcing Constitutional Protections for Personal Autonomy: A Victory for Reproductive Rights

    Kansas Supreme Court Strikes Down Two Anti-Abortion Laws, Reinforcing Constitutional Protections for Personal Autonomy: A Victory for Reproductive Rights

    Broke On: Friday, 05 July 2024 In August 2023, the Kansas Supreme Court struck down two anti-abortion laws, permanently blocking the Unborn Child Protection from Dismemberment Abortion Act and regulations for abortion clinics. These rulings upheld constitutional protections for bodily autonomy and attracted thousands of patients to Kansas, where about 20,000 abortions were performed in 2023.
  • Federal Judge Blocks Biden Administration's Title IX Regulations in Four States

    Federal Judge Blocks Biden Administration's Title IX Regulations in Four States

    Broke On: Wednesday, 03 July 2024 A federal judge in Kansas blocked the Biden administration's Title IX regulations from being implemented in four states, marking a setback for the administration's efforts to redefine sex under Title IX to include gender identity. The ruling came as part of a lawsuit filed by Alaska, Utah, Wyoming, and three organizations: Moms for Liberty, Young America's Foundation, and Female Athletes United.
  • Tornado in Westmoreland, Kansas: At Least One Death and Extensive Damage Reported

    Tornado in Westmoreland, Kansas: At Least One Death and Extensive Damage Reported

    Broke On: Tuesday, 30 April 2024 A tornado struck the small town of Westmoreland in Kansas on April 30, 2024, leaving at least one person dead and several others injured. The tornado destroyed or severely damaged over two dozen homes and caused extensive damage to the area. Nearly 50 million people were at risk from heavy rainfall and flash flooding across the Midwest and eastern Rockies due to the Jet stream. Officials set up a temporary shelter for displaced residents, imposed a curfew, and conducted grid searches for victims while assessing damage and restoring power.
  • Tornado with Baseball-Sized Hail Causes Damage in Eastern Kansas Near Alta Vista

    Tornado with Baseball-Sized Hail Causes Damage in Eastern Kansas Near Alta Vista

    Broke On: Thursday, 14 March 2024 On March 14, 2024, a tornado with baseball-sized hail caused damage in eastern Kansas near Alta Vista. At least six tornadoes were reported without injuries in Wabaunsee County. The National Weather Service issued multiple warnings as severe storms moved through the area.

  • Kansas Ends 26-Year Drought with Upset Victory Over No. 6 Oklahoma

    Broke On: Monday, 23 October 2023 The University of Kansas football team pulled off an upset victory over the sixth-ranked University of Oklahoma. The Jayhawks ended a 26-year drought against the Sooners with a 38-33 win. The victory sparked a wave of reactions from fans and media alike.