WSB-TV News Channel 2 Action News - Atlanta GA USA

WSB-TV News Channel 2 Action News - Atlanta GA USA is a news outlet that provides coverage of local and national news events. The articles often use sensationalist language and create fear in readers with exaggerated descriptions of events. There are instances of selective reporting where certain details are omitted or downplayed to favor a particular narrative. Some articles may have a conflict of interest due to the potential influence of advertisers or other external parties, and may be biased towards law enforcement or government agencies. The articles sometimes present information without providing context or analysis, which can lead to misunderstandings. There are instances where contradictory information is provided in the articles and some may not accurately represent the full context of an event.

75%

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

88%

Examples:

  • The articles often use sensationalist language and create fear in readers with exaggerated descriptions of events.
  • The articles sometimes present information without providing context or analysis, which can lead to misunderstandings.
  • There are instances of selective reporting where certain details are omitted or downplayed to favor a particular narrative.

Conflicts of Interest

75%

Examples:

  • Some articles may be biased towards law enforcement or government agencies.
  • There are instances where the articles may have a conflict of interest due to the potential influence of advertisers or other external parties.

Contradictions

90%

Examples:

  • Some articles contain conflicting details about events that have occurred.
  • There are instances where contradictory information is provided in the articles.

Deceptions

60%

Examples:

  • Some articles contain misleading information or deceptive practices.
  • There are instances where the articles may not accurately represent the full context of an event.

Recent Articles

  • CNN Hosts Presidential Debate Between Biden and Trump: Traffic Chaos, No Props Allowed, Key Issues

    CNN Hosts Presidential Debate Between Biden and Trump: Traffic Chaos, No Props Allowed, Key Issues

    Broke On: Thursday, 27 June 2024 CNN hosts a presidential debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump on June 27, 2024, in Atlanta. Road closures and traffic congestion are expected due to the event, with significant impact on Interstate 75/Interstate 85 and midtown Atlanta areas. The debate stage is set up with no props or pre-written notes allowed. Abortion, the economy, and the Israel-Hamas war are among the key issues to be discussed during the live broadcast on CNN, CNN International, and CNN en Español.
  • Two Separate Shooting Incidents in Atlanta Leave Four Injured and One Dead: Suspects with Criminal Records Identified

    Two Separate Shooting Incidents in Atlanta Leave Four Injured and One Dead: Suspects with Criminal Records Identified

    Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024 On June 11, 2024, in Atlanta, a man with prior criminal convictions opened fire at the Peachtree Center Food Court, injuring three people and himself. Later that day, another suspect hijacked a Gwinnett County Transit bus and shot a passenger during a police chase. The passenger later died. Both suspects had lengthy criminal records.
  • Atlanta's Water Crisis: Three Burst Mains Disrupt Service, Mayor Faces Criticism for Communication

    Atlanta's Water Crisis: Three Burst Mains Disrupt Service, Mayor Faces Criticism for Communication

    Broke On: Saturday, 01 June 2024 On June 1, 2024, three water mains burst in Atlanta's downtown and Midtown areas, causing widespread disruptions to hospitals, businesses, and residential areas. The Georgia Aquarium and other attractions closed due to the water issue. Mayor Andre Dickens faced criticism for slow communication regarding the crisis. Repairs were underway with a boil-water advisory in effect.
  • Fani Willis Wins Democratic Primary, Continues to Prosecute Trump for Georgia Election Interference

    Fani Willis Wins Democratic Primary, Continues to Prosecute Trump for Georgia Election Interference

    Broke On: Tuesday, 21 May 2024 Fani Willis, Georgia's Fulton County District Attorney, won the Democratic primary on May 21, 2024. Despite controversy over her relationship with a former prosecutor and ongoing appeals in Trump's election interference case, she continues to prosecute. Willis launched the investigation after her first term and has indicted Trump and 18 others on racketeering charges.
  • Southeast Braces for Two Rounds of Severe Storms: Thunderstorms at 8 AM and Potential Tornadoes by 10 PM on Thursday

    Southeast Braces for Two Rounds of Severe Storms: Thunderstorms at 8 AM and Potential Tornadoes by 10 PM on Thursday

    Broke On: Thursday, 09 May 2024 Strong to severe storms with damaging winds and isolated tornadoes are forecasted for the southeast, particularly in east Alabama, on Thursday, May 9. The first round may bring heavy rainfall and gusty winds earlier in the day. The second round is predicted to be more potent with a higher chance of severe weather conditions later in the evening.
  • New Monkeypox Variant May Lead to Faster Rise in Cases and Increased Risk of Death

    New Monkeypox Variant May Lead to Faster Rise in Cases and Increased Risk of Death

    Broke On: Thursday, 04 April 2024 A new variant of the monkeypox virus may lead to a faster rise in cases due to its subtype causing more severe symptoms and potentially spreading easily. The CDC warns that this new strain increases the risk of contracting monkeypox, which can be fatal.
  • Georgia to Execute First Death Row Inmate in Over a Decade: Willie Pye's Story

    Georgia to Execute First Death Row Inmate in Over a Decade: Willie Pye's Story

    Broke On: Tuesday, 19 March 2024 Georgia is set to execute its first death row inmate, Willie Pye, on Wednesday at 7 p.m., despite opposition from three jurors who served at his trial and an intellectually disabled defendant with a low IQ of just 68.
  • Athens, Georgia: Migrant Charged with Kidnapping and Murder of Nursing Student Amid Immigration Debate

    Athens, Georgia: Migrant Charged with Kidnapping and Murder of Nursing Student Amid Immigration Debate

    Broke On: Monday, 26 February 2024 On February 26th, a migrant from Venezuela was charged with kidnapping and murdering a nursing student at the University of Georgia. The crime has turned Athens, Clarke County into the latest flashpoint in the political fight over American immigration policy. In an interview on Sunday, Kelly Girtz, the Democratic mayor of Athens-Clarke County said that this was not about politics but rather mourning a victim and blaming an individual rather than a group. The suspect's path from Venezuela to Georgia is still being investigated.
  • AT&T and Verizon Network Outage Affects Tens of Thousands of Customers on February 22nd

    AT&T and Verizon Network Outage Affects Tens of Thousands of Customers on February 22nd

    Broke On: Thursday, 22 February 2024 On February 22nd, AT&T and Verizon experienced a network outage that affected wireless service in various cities across the US. Tens of thousands of customers reported no service during this time, while nearly 30,111 customers nationwide experienced an issue.
  • Severe Weather Threat: Heavy Rain, Storms and Snow in the US this Weekend

    Severe Weather Threat: Heavy Rain, Storms and Snow in the US this Weekend

    Broke On: Sunday, 11 February 2024 A low pressure system is set to hit the southern U.S., bringing heavy rain and storms, while the Rockies and Western Plains are expected to see heavy snow. Meanwhile, record warm temperatures will be seen in the Northeast.