Fox 2 Now (KTVI)

Fox 2 Now (KTVI) is a news station that provides coverage of local events and issues. The reporting focuses on topics such as crime, politics, weather events and community happenings. The articles often contain biases, contradictions and conflicts of interest which may impact the accuracy and reliability of the information presented. There are instances of deceptive practices such as sensationalism and fear tactics used in the headlines. The writing is generally easy to read with clear language.

77%

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

80%

Examples:

  • The articles contain instances of biases such as presenting only one side of the story, using inflammatory language and sensationalism.

Conflicts of Interest

75%

Examples:

  • The articles contain instances of conflicts of interest such as reporting on a topic without disclosing potential conflicts of interest.

Contradictions

60%

Examples:

  • There are contradictions in the reporting where sources conflict with each other or where events are described differently than what actually happened.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • The articles contain deceptive practices such as misleading headlines, omitting important information and using fear tactics to manipulate readers.

Recent Articles

  • David Hosier Executed for 2009 Murders of Angela and Rodney Gilpin: Last Words Quote New Testament

    David Hosier Executed for 2009 Murders of Angela and Rodney Gilpin: Last Words Quote New Testament

    Broke On: Tuesday, 01 September 2009 On June 11, 2024, in Bonne Terre, Missouri, David R. Hosier was executed for the murders of Angela and Rodney Gilpin (September 2009, Jefferson City). His last words were from the New Testament before receiving a lethal dose of pentobarbital at Eastern Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center.
  • Tornado Aftermath: Hope and Resilience in Valley View, Texas and Houston, Missouri

    Tornado Aftermath: Hope and Resilience in Valley View, Texas and Houston, Missouri

    Broke On: Monday, 27 May 2024 In Valley View, Texas and Houston, Missouri, communities came together to help residents pick up the pieces after devastating tornadoes killed seven people in Texas and caused significant damage in Missouri. In Valley View, two young children were among the fatalities while a father and son were rescued. The Moore family's home and business were damaged in Houston, with estimated losses over half a million dollars. Neighbors and volunteers provided crucial assistance to those affected.
  • CDC Warns of Dangers from Fake Botox Injections at Unregulated Med Spas

    CDC Warns of Dangers from Fake Botox Injections at Unregulated Med Spas

    Broke On: Thursday, 11 April 2024 The CDC is investigating a multistate outbreak of botulism-like illnesses linked to fake Botox injections at unregulated med spas. Medical professionals should be aware and take steps to prevent these counterfeit products from being administered. Patients who have received cosmetic procedures using botulinum toxin products outside a licensed setting should seek immediate medical attention if they experience symptoms similar to botulism.
  • Missouri Man Executed for 2006 Murders Despite Apology and Legal Efforts

    Missouri Man Executed for 2006 Murders Despite Apology and Legal Efforts

    Broke On: Saturday, 23 December 2023 On April 9, 2024, Brian Dorsey was executed for the murders of his cousin and her husband in 2006. He sought financial help from Sarah Bonnie earlier that day to pay two drug dealers at his apartment. At trial, prosecutors said Dorsey shot both victims with a shotgun wound to the head while they were sleeping on their couch inside their central Missouri home. Hours before his execution, Dorsey released a statement apologizing for his crimes and thanking his family and legal team that tried to overturn the sentence.
  • Missouri to Execute Brian Dorsey for 2006 Murders Despite Clemency Petition

    Missouri to Execute Brian Dorsey for 2006 Murders Despite Clemency Petition

    Broke On: Tuesday, 09 April 2024 On April 9, 2024, Brian Dorsey will be executed for the murders of his cousin Sarah Bonnie and her husband Ben Bonnie in December 2006. Despite a clemency petition arguing remorse and rehabilitation, Governor Mike Parson denied it on April 7th. The execution is set at Potosi Correctional Center.

  • Breast Implants Aid in Life-Saving Double Lung Transplant

    Broke On: Wednesday, 08 November 2023 Davey Bauer's life was saved by a double lung transplant that involved the temporary use of breast implants. The breast implants were used to keep Bauer's heart in place while waiting for donor lungs. This marked the first time a patient had both lungs removed and breast implants temporarily put in their place.