WSaw News Channel Seven

WSaw News Channel Seven is a news station that primarily reports on local events, particularly those related to natural disasters and severe weather events. The station's coverage often includes detailed information about the impact of these events on the community. While the reporting is generally accurate and informative, there are instances of contradictions and potential conflicts of interest. Some articles may also contain deceptive practices such as sensationalist language or selective reporting.

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

85%

Examples:

  • The articles contain a strong lean towards reporting on natural disasters and severe weather events, which could be perceived as favoring sensationalist or alarmist content.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • The station's ownership or financial backers may have interests that could potentially influence their reporting, but no specific conflicts are identified.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • There are inconsistencies in the reporting of certain details such as the number of customers without power during a tornado near Unity, and discrepancies in the reported severity and impact of weather events.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • Some articles may contain misleading or deceptive practices such as the use of sensationalist language or selective reporting to create a particular narrative.

Recent Articles

  • Manawa Dam Breaches: Flash Flooding Evacuates 50 Residents in Wisconsin Amidst Midwest's Wettest Spring on Record

    Manawa Dam Breaches: Flash Flooding Evacuates 50 Residents in Wisconsin Amidst Midwest's Wettest Spring on Record

    Broke On: Friday, 05 July 2024 Heavy rainfall of over 5 inches in 4 hours caused a dam breach in Manawa, Wisconsin on July 5, 2024. Evacuations and road closures ensued due to potential danger from the engorged Little Wolf River. No injuries or fatalities were reported despite about 50 residents being evacuated. The National Weather Service reported that preceding rainfall and rising temperatures contributed to the flash flooding, which was not an isolated incident in the Upper Midwest. Despite challenges, community members came together to support each other during this difficult time.
  • Tornado Hits Central Wisconsin: Severe Storms Cause Extensive Damage and Power Outages in Multiple Counties

    Tornado Hits Central Wisconsin: Severe Storms Cause Extensive Damage and Power Outages in Multiple Counties

    Broke On: Wednesday, 22 May 2024 Tornadoes and severe storms hit central Wisconsin on Tuesday, causing extensive damage including downed trees, power outages for over 31,000 customers in multiple counties, and a confirmed tornado near Abbotsford. The National Weather Service issued tornado warnings for Antigo and Langlade County. Stay safe and avoid downed power lines and trees.
  • Tornado Hits Central Wisconsin: Severe Storms Cause Extensive Damage and Power Outages in Multiple Counties

    Tornado Hits Central Wisconsin: Severe Storms Cause Extensive Damage and Power Outages in Multiple Counties

    Broke On: Wednesday, 22 May 2024 Tornadoes and severe storms hit central Wisconsin on Tuesday, causing extensive damage including downed trees, power outages for over 31,000 customers in multiple counties, and a confirmed tornado near Abbotsford. The National Weather Service issued tornado warnings for Antigo and Langlade County. Stay safe and avoid downed power lines and trees.
  • Blizzard Warning Issued for Upper Peninsula of Michigan as Late Season Winter Storm Hits the Region

    Blizzard Warning Issued for Upper Peninsula of Michigan as Late Season Winter Storm Hits the Region

    Broke On: Wednesday, 03 April 2024 A late season winter storm is heading towards the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and parts of Northern Michigan. The National Weather Service has issued Blizzard Warnings for Marquette and Baraga counties due to heavy, wet snow combined with strong winds forecasted in those areas. This will result in whiteout conditions and could cause power outages. The storm is expected to bring a foot or so of snow near the Superior shoreline and 2 feet or more inland areas with higher elevations.

  • Chicago Cubs Hire Craig Counsell as New Manager in Surprising Move

    Broke On: Monday, 06 November 2023 Craig Counsell has been hired as the new manager for the Chicago Cubs, replacing David Ross. Counsell will earn $8 million a year over five years with the Cubs, matching the biggest contract ever for a manager. Counsell had been a sought-after candidate, with interest from the New York Mets, Cleveland, and Houston.