Syracuse.com

Syracuse.com is a news website that provides local and national news on various topics such as politics, sports, weather, and crime. The site covers breaking news events in the Syracuse area and occasionally reports on national and international stories as well. The site includes articles about local politicians, college football games, severe weather conditions in Central New York, recent fraud charges against a politician named George Santos. It also features human interest stories such as the celebration of Eid al-Adha by two refugee families who recently arrived in the United States from Myanmar. The site is updated regularly with new articles and provides a mix of original reporting and syndicated content.

80%

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:

  • The article seems to lean towards the defense of George Santos, highlighting his plea and not focusing much on the allegations.

Conflicts of Interest

75%

Examples:

  • Michael Penix Jr. connected for 430 yards in the air and two touchdowns to win the Sugar Bowl.
  • The article describes fans of a specific team (the Bills Mafia) and implies they are all interested in betting on Buffalo
  • The No. 1 Michigan Wolverines and No. 2 Washington Huskies put it all on the line for the 2024 College Football Playoff National Championship at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas on Monday, January 8 (1/8/2023),

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Investigators believe the explosion might have been related to natural gas service inside the home, Craner said. Firefighters found downed power lines and a heavy odor of natural gas when they arrived.
  • Pressure tests by National Grid found no issues with the gas line running from Carbon Street to the home’s meter, Craner said.
  • The College Football Playoff National Championship will be held at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas on Monday, January 8 (1/8/2023).
  • The sentence 'Tickets to the biggest show in College Football don’t come cheap'

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • The first words Syracuse astronaut Jeanette Epps uttered in space included a shoutout to her hometown of Syracuse.

Recent Articles

  • 13-Year-Old Karen Refugee Shot Dead by Utica Police: Investigation Underway

    13-Year-Old Karen Refugee Shot Dead by Utica Police: Investigation Underway

    Broke On: Saturday, 29 June 2024 A 13-year-old Karen refugee, Nyah Mway, was fatally shot by a Utica police officer during a chase on June 28, 2024. The incident occurred after officers attempted to stop him and another person for an unclear reason. Nyah reportedly displayed what appeared to be a handgun but turned out to be a replica pellet gun. The shooting has sparked outrage within the Karen community, leading to a vigil, and is under investigation by the New York State Attorney General's Office.
  • New York State Warns of Dangerous Synthetic Sedative Detected in Drug Samples: Medetomidine and Fentanyl Combination Pose Threat

    New York State Warns of Dangerous Synthetic Sedative Detected in Drug Samples: Medetomidine and Fentanyl Combination Pose Threat

    Broke On: Friday, 24 May 2024 The New York State Department of Health has issued a public health alert over medetomidine, a high-potency synthetic sedative found in drug samples in Schenectady and Syracuse. The substance, often mixed with fentanyl, is more potent than xylazine and can have severe effects on the central nervous system.
  • Buffalo Bills Sign Two-Time Super Bowl Champion Wide Receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling: New Weapon for Josh Allen

    Buffalo Bills Sign Two-Time Super Bowl Champion Wide Receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling: New Weapon for Josh Allen

    Broke On: Tuesday, 14 May 2024 The Buffalo Bills bolstered their offense by signing two-time Super Bowl champion wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling, known for his speed and big plays. Valdes-Scantling spent the last two seasons with the Kansas City Chiefs and had a career-best 690 yards in 2020 with the Green Bay Packers. He adds depth to a receiver room missing Stefon Diggs and Gabe Davis, joining Josh Allen.
  • Two Police Officers Killed in Shootout During Pursuit of Stolen Vehicle in Salina, New York

    Two Police Officers Killed in Shootout During Pursuit of Stolen Vehicle in Salina, New York

    Broke On: Monday, 15 April 2024 Two police officers, Syracuse Police Officer Michael Jensen and Onondaga County Sheriff's Deputy Lt. Michael Hoosock, were tragically killed in Salina, New York on April 14, 2024 while responding to a report of a stolen vehicle. Upon arrival at the scene on Darien Drive, they encountered an armed suspect who opened fire upon their arrival. Both officers and the suspect were shot during the exchange. The community is in shock over this tragic loss of life.
  • NASA and SpaceX's Crew-8 Mission Successfully Launches from Kennedy Space Center on March 3, 2024

    NASA and SpaceX's Crew-8 Mission Successfully Launches from Kennedy Space Center on March 3, 2024

    Broke On: Sunday, 03 March 2024 NASA and SpaceX's Crew-8 mission successfully launched from Kennedy Space Center on March 3, 2024. Four crew members are now in orbit aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The mission will involve a variety of experiments and scientific demonstrations, including studies on microgravity and UV radiation on plants, as well as stem cells being used to study degenerative disease. The launch was met with excitement from people around the world who watched live coverage of the event.
  • Buffalo Bills Offer Free Shuttle Service for Steelers Game on January 15, 2024

    Buffalo Bills Offer Free Shuttle Service for Steelers Game on January 15, 2024

    Broke On: Monday, 15 January 2024 The Buffalo Bills are offering a free shuttle service to the game against the Steelers on January 15, 2024. The NFL Playoff contest between Buffalo Bills and Pittsburgh Steelers has been rescheduled due to severe weather conditions in Buffalo, New York. WYMT news programming note has changed for Monday, January 15th with a newscast at 3 p.m., in addition to the regular lineup of WYMT Mountain News First at Four and Mountain News at 6 airing on Heroes & Icons channel.
  • Michigan vs. Washington: A College Football Playoff National Championship

    Michigan vs. Washington: A College Football Playoff National Championship

    Broke On: Wednesday, 03 January 2024 The College Football Playoff National Championship will feature the No. 1 Michigan Wolverines and No. 2 Washington Huskies on Monday, January 8 (1/8/2023) at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas. Michigan holds a slight edge in the all-time record against Washington with a record of 9 wins to their 5 losses.

  • Lake-Effect Snowstorm Impacts Great Lakes Region, Causes Hazardous Travel Conditions

    Broke On: Monday, 27 November 2023
      The first significant lake-effect snow event of the year is expected to impact several regions near the Great Lakes, with forecasts predicting as much as 1-2 feet of snow in some areas. The snow event is anticipated to cause hazardous travel conditions, with the National Weather Service advising residents in several counties to avoid all travel to allow snow plows to operate. Nearly 2 feet of snow has already fallen on the Tug Hill plateau in the first lake effect storm of the season.

    • Rep. George Santos Pleads Not Guilty to Fraud Charges, Faces Potential House Censure

      Broke On: Saturday, 28 October 2023 George Santos has pleaded not guilty to new fraud charges in a federal court in New York. The House of Representatives is considering a censure against Santos, and there is also talk of a potential expulsion vote.