KATU

KATU is a local news and information site that provides the latest local news, traffic, weather and more 24 hours a day. The site partners with ABC News, CNN and the Associated Press to bring you news outside the Northwest. It offers various features such as search functionality, email sharing of stories, printer-friendly versions and hotlinks. Users can also connect with KATU through various methods including RSS/XML feeds, podcasts/mobile access, KATU News Alert and most popular stories.

90%

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 imply that the aviation industry is not doing enough to address mental health issues, which could be seen as a bias.

Conflicts of Interest

85%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Contradictions

100%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Deceptions

95%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Recent Articles

  • 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.

  • Horizon Air Flight Diversion Renews Scrutiny on Pilot Mental Health

    Broke On: Tuesday, 01 March 2022 A Horizon Air flight was diverted due to the erratic behavior of the pilot, sparking renewed scrutiny on the mental health of pilots. The FAA does not require formal mental health assessments for pilots, relying instead on self-reporting.