Gothamist LLC

Gothamist LLC is a news site that provides coverage of events and issues in New York City. The site covers a wide range of topics, including politics, crime, transportation, entertainment, and weather. The articles are generally well-written and easy to understand. However, the site has been criticized for occasional instances of bias, contradictions, conflicts of interest, and deceptive practices.

86%

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 site occasionally includes examples of monetary bias by implying that certain events or actions are motivated by financial gain.
  • The site occasionally includes examples of religious bias, such as referencing international events or movements with little to no direct connection to the topic at hand.

Conflicts of Interest

90%

Examples:

  • There are instances where the site has reported on topics that involve personal connections to the writers or editors.
  • The site occasionally includes examples of conflicts of interest, such as reporting on the actions or decisions of individuals who have financial ties to the subject matter.

Contradictions

90%

Examples:

  • Contradictions are occasionally found within the articles provided, where information contradicts previous statements made by the site.
  • There are instances of contradictory information within individual articles, such as conflicting accounts of specific incidents or events.

Deceptions

80%

Examples:

  • There are instances where the site has used sensationalized language or exaggerated claims to draw in readers.
  • The site occasionally includes examples of deceptive practices, such as misleading headlines or descriptions.

Recent Articles

  • New York City Comptroller Brad Lander Announces Challenge to Mayor Eric Adams in Democratic Primary

    New York City Comptroller Brad Lander Announces Challenge to Mayor Eric Adams in Democratic Primary

    Broke On: Tuesday, 30 July 2024 New York City Comptroller Brad Lander, a prominent progressive figure, challenges Mayor Eric Adams in the Democratic primary for mayor. Lander criticizes Adams' management and calls for his replacement.
  • CDC Warns of Multistate Listeria Outbreak Linked to Deli Meats, Two Deaths Reported

    CDC Warns of Multistate Listeria Outbreak Linked to Deli Meats, Two Deaths Reported

    Broke On: Friday, 19 July 2024 The CDC reports a multistate listeria outbreak linked to sliced deli meats, with 28 hospitalized and two deaths in New Jersey and Illinois. Pregnant individuals, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of severe illness or death. The investigation is ongoing to determine the source of contamination. The CDC advises against consuming deli meat unless reheated to 165°F and urges anyone with symptoms after consuming deli meat in the past month to contact their healthcare provider.
  • Two New York City Migrant Shelter Residents Diagnosed with Measles: What You Need to Know About Exposure and Vaccination

    Two New York City Migrant Shelter Residents Diagnosed with Measles: What You Need to Know About Exposure and Vaccination

    Broke On: Saturday, 13 July 2024 Two adults at a Brooklyn migrant shelter have measles, bringing the NYC total to 11 this year. Infected individuals stayed at Hall Street shelter; health officials assess vaccination records and require quarantine for those exposed. Measles is contagious, causes fever, cough, runny nose, watery eyes, and rash. Tensions rise over concerns of trash, noise from the shelter and measles outbreak.
  • July 2024: A Celestial Feast for Stargazers - Comet 13P/Olbers, Planetary Alignments, and Meteor Showers

    July 2024: A Celestial Feast for Stargazers - Comet 13P/Olbers, Planetary Alignments, and Meteor Showers

    Broke On: Wednesday, 03 July 2024 Experience a Celestial Feast: July 2024 brings Comet 13P/Olbers, Mars-Moon conjunction, Lunar alignments, and the Delta Aquariid meteor shower.
  • Amtrak and NJ Transit Disruptions: 100-Year-Old Train Lines Cause Commuter Havoc Amidst Heat Wave and Infrastructure Issues

    Amtrak and NJ Transit Disruptions: 100-Year-Old Train Lines Cause Commuter Havoc Amidst Heat Wave and Infrastructure Issues

    Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024 Commuters in the Northeast US faced significant disruptions on Amtrak and NJ Transit due to infrastructure issues and extreme heat. A circuit breaker malfunction caused power losses, leading to delays and cancellations between New York City and Newark. NJ Transit also experienced overhead wire problems in Secaucus, suspending service into and out of New York Penn Station. The aging 100-year-old train lines have not received necessary investment, causing delays for commuters who face projected budget deficits for both Amtrak and NJ Transit. Despite recent fare increases, both agencies are seeking funding to address these issues.
  • Mayor Adams Offers $5,000 Reward for Info on Central Park Memorial Vandals

    Mayor Adams Offers $5,000 Reward for Info on Central Park Memorial Vandals

    Broke On: Wednesday, 08 May 2024 New York City Mayor Eric Adams denounced protesters for vandalizing two war memorials in Central Park, including burning an American flag and defacing them with graffiti. In response, Adams offered a combined $15,000 reward for catching those responsible. The incidents occurred during pro-Palestinian protests and marked the latest in a series of unrest in the city since the Israel-Hamas war began.
  • New York City Sees Surge in Mpox Cases: Urgent Call for Vaccination and Vigilance

    New York City Sees Surge in Mpox Cases: Urgent Call for Vaccination and Vigilance

    Broke On: Sunday, 05 May 2024 New York City experiences a surge in mpox cases, predominantly affecting men who have sex with men and the unvaccinated. Health officials urge vigilance and increased vaccination to prevent severe disease, particularly during summer months. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends the JYNNEOS vaccine for those at risk of exposure.
  • Powerful 4.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Northeast United States Near Gladstone, New Jersey

    Powerful 4.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Northeast United States Near Gladstone, New Jersey

    Broke On: Friday, 05 April 2024 A 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck the Northeast region of the US on April 5th, near Gladstone, New Jersey. This was one of the strongest quakes in decades for some areas and caused aftershocks that were felt by many residents.
  • Unprovoked Attacks on Women in New York City: Skiboky Stora Arrested for Assaulting Halley Kate

    Unprovoked Attacks on Women in New York City: Skiboky Stora Arrested for Assaulting Halley Kate

    Broke On: Thursday, 28 March 2024 A recent surge in violent attacks against women has been reported in New York City, with multiple reports of assaults on the streets. The latest incident involved an unprovoked attack by Skiboky Stora, who was arrested and charged with misdemeanor assault for punching Halley Kate while she was walking on Seventh Avenue near 17th Street Monday. This is not the first time that Stora has been accused of such behavior; he had previously been arrested in December following two other alleged assaults. The NYPD is currently investigating seven similar random attacks on women between March 25-27, mostly in Lower Manhattan.
  • New York City Council Appeals Ruling on Local Law 11 Expanding Voting Rights to Noncitizens

    New York City Council Appeals Ruling on Local Law 11 Expanding Voting Rights to Noncitizens

    Broke On: Monday, 25 March 2024 The New York City Council is appealing a ruling against Local Law 11, which expands voting rights to hundreds of thousands of noncitizens after both Adams and his predecessor declined to sign or veto it. The measure became law at the start of 2022 but was struck down by a lower-level judge in spring 2022. Now, the council is appealing that decision.