KTNV Channel 13 Las Vegas

KTNV Channel 13 Las Vegas is a local news station that provides comprehensive coverage of events and issues affecting the Las Vegas community. The station has a slight bias towards negative news and contradictions, with an emphasis on past incidents of deception or conflict of interest. It also covers national and international news, as well as providing updates and follow-ups on ongoing stories or issues. The station may have a vested interest in covering certain topics or events due to their impact on the local community, and there is a possibility of financial ties or relationships that could influence its coverage. The station's reporting tends to focus on sensational or dramatic elements of certain stories, which may lead to occasional deceptive practices. Overall, the station provides a moderately engaging and informative experience for viewers.

71%

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

70%

Examples:

  • KTNV Channel 13 Las Vegas has a slight bias towards reporting negative news and contradictions.
  • There is an emphasis on past incidents of deception or conflict of interest.
  • The station appears to have a focus on local news and community issues.

Conflicts of Interest

80%

Examples:

  • There is a possibility of financial ties or relationships that could influence the station's coverage.
  • There is a potential conflict of interest regarding the reporting on West Nile virus and its impact on the community.
  • The station may have a vested interest in covering certain topics or events due to their impact on the local community.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Some contradictions may be due to conflicting reports or varying sources of information.
  • There are several instances of contradictions reported in the articles, particularly related to West Nile virus and its impact on the community.
  • The station seems to provide updates and follow-ups on ongoing stories or issues.

Deceptions

60%

Examples:

  • Some deception may be due to the subjective nature of certain stories or the difficulty in verifying information.
  • There is a tendency to focus on sensational or dramatic elements of certain stories.
  • The station may occasionally use deceptive practices in its reporting, such as misleading headlines or sensationalized stories.

Recent Articles

  • Biden's Nevada Visit: Pitching Housing Plans to Win Over Latino Voters Amidst Trailing Polls

    Biden's Nevada Visit: Pitching Housing Plans to Win Over Latino Voters Amidst Trailing Polls

    Broke On: Wednesday, 17 July 2024 During his two-day visit to Nevada on July 16 and 17, 2024, President Joe Biden focused on winning over Latino voters by discussing affordable housing plans and addressing civil rights groups. Despite trailing former President Donald Trump in polls, Biden introduced a three-part plan to cap rent increases and allocate funds for new affordable housing. His visit coincided with Trump's appearance at the Republican National Convention, making securing minority voter support crucial for his re-election bid.
  • Seven Cases of West Nile Virus Reported in Clark County, Nevada: Mosquito Activity at Record Levels

    Seven Cases of West Nile Virus Reported in Clark County, Nevada: Mosquito Activity at Record Levels

    Broke On: Wednesday, 03 July 2024 Seven cases of West Nile virus reported in Clark County, NV, with record mosquito activity. Three hospitalized for neuroinvasive form. SNHD advises precautions against bites and eliminating standing water.
  • Seven Cases of West Nile Virus Reported in Clark County, Nevada: Mosquito Activity at Record Levels

    Seven Cases of West Nile Virus Reported in Clark County, Nevada: Mosquito Activity at Record Levels

    Broke On: Wednesday, 03 July 2024 Seven cases of West Nile virus reported in Clark County, NV, with record mosquito activity. Three hospitalized for neuroinvasive form. SNHD advises precautions against bites and eliminating standing water.
  • North Las Vegas Shooting: Eric Adams Kills 5, Leaves Teen Critically Injured Before Taking Own Life

    North Las Vegas Shooting: Eric Adams Kills 5, Leaves Teen Critically Injured Before Taking Own Life

    Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024 On June 24, 2024, in North Las Vegas, Eric Adams shot and killed three women - Kayla Harris (24), her girlfriend (unidentified), and a neighbor Christopher Damian (21) - during a domestic dispute. Adams took his ex-girlfriend hostage before dying by suicide when confronted by police. The shooting left two other women critically injured, including Olivia (13).
  • 3,000 Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus in Southern Nevada: Health District Urges Residents to Protect Against Mosquito-Borne Illnesses

    3,000 Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus in Southern Nevada: Health District Urges Residents to Protect Against Mosquito-Borne Illnesses

    Broke On: Monday, 10 June 2024 Over 3,000 mosquitoes in Southern Nevada test positive for West Nile Virus and St. Louis encephalitis, marking the first announcement of the year by health officials. Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, known to prefer feeding on people and test positive for both viruses for the first time in Clark County, contribute to increased mosquito activity. Residents are urged to eliminate standing water and use insect repellent as part of the Health District's 'Fight the Bite' campaign.
  • 911 Outages in South Dakota, Nebraska, Texas, and Nevada: Service Restored but Cause Remains Unclear

    911 Outages in South Dakota, Nebraska, Texas, and Nevada: Service Restored but Cause Remains Unclear

    Broke On: Wednesday, 17 April 2024 On April 17, 2024, widespread 911 outages affected South Dakota, Nebraska, Texas, and Nevada. In some areas like Las Vegas and parts of South Dakota, service was restored but the cause remained unclear. Dispatchers in Nevada and Nebraska reported receiving attempts to call on mobile phones during the outage. T-mobile customers in Del Rio, Texas were also affected. Officials advised residents to use alternate numbers during the emergency.
  • Adam Harrison, Second Child of Pawn Stars Celebrity Dies at 39 from Suspected Drug Overdose

    Adam Harrison, Second Child of Pawn Stars Celebrity Dies at 39 from Suspected Drug Overdose

    Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024 Adam Harrison, the second child of reality TV show celebrity Rick Harrison and his ex-wife Kim, has died in Las Vegas at age 39. The cause of death was a suspected drug overdose. Adam worked at the Gold & Silver Pawn Shop before it became famous.
  • Judge Attacked During Sentencing in Las Vegas

    Judge Attacked During Sentencing in Las Vegas

    Broke On: Wednesday, 03 January 2024
      On January 3, 2024, a man named Delone Redden attacked District Court Judge Mary Kay Holthus during sentencing in Las Vegas. The attack occurred after the judge denied Redden's request for probation and prepared to sentence him to jail time. Video footage shows that Redden tackled the judge, punched her repeatedly, and yelled expletives while security officers attempted to restrain him.

    • Las Vegas Resorts Gear Up for Inaugural Formula 1 Grand Prix with Special Events and Activations

      Broke On: Wednesday, 08 November 2023 The inaugural Formula 1 Heineken Silver Las Vegas Grand Prix is set to take place on November 18, 2023. Wynn Resorts, The Venetian Resort, and Resorts World Las Vegas have announced a series of special events and activations in anticipation of the Grand Prix.

    • Giants QB Daniel Jones Faces Uncertain Future Following Severe Knee Injury

      Broke On: Sunday, 05 November 2023 Daniel Jones, quarterback for the New York Giants, suffered a severe knee injury during a game against the Las Vegas Raiders. This is the second significant injury Jones has faced this season, having previously missed three games due to a neck injury. Jones had signed a four-year, $160 million contract extension with the Giants ahead of this season. The severity of Jones' knee injury could potentially sideline him for the rest of the season. The Giants are now potentially facing a challenging quarterback situation with backup quarterback Tyrod Taylor already on injured reserve.