WKRN News 2

WKRN News 2 is a news station that provides local and national news to Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky. The station has a history of community involvement and excellence in news reporting. They cover a variety of topics including politics, weather, crime, health, and education. However, the station has been accused of having biases in their reporting and there have been instances of deceptive practices. Additionally, there have been some contradictions found in their articles. Despite these issues, WKRN News 2 remains a prominent news source for the region.

68%

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 cost of beauty can come at a high price and that doesn't necessarily include your wallet; it could mean your health.

Conflicts of Interest

50%

Examples:

  • There is no mention of sources for the claim that Nashville Mayor Freddie O'Connell posted on social media about his heartbreak and commitment to improving safety in a variety of ways.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • The crime across all categories has reduced by upwards of 20% since legislature approved measure in 2017 allowing faculty members in higher education with enhanced carry permits to go armed without notification of their educational institution.

Deceptions

65%

Examples:

  • . The article does not provide any evidence for the claim that Riley Strain was last seen on Gay Street. This is a lie by omission because it leaves out the fact that he may have been walking or driving away from his hotel when he disappeared.
  • The author quotes volunteer Jennifer Ward as saying, 'They get to bring him home and that’s why we didn’t put missing we just want to bring him home.' This is a deceptive statement because it implies that the volunteers have some authority or knowledge about Riley Strain’s whereabouts when in fact they are only guessing based on flyers. It also suggests that bringing him home means finding his body rather than rescuing him alive, which may not be possible given the circumstances of his disappearance.

Recent Articles

  • Nashville House Fire: Randall Cobb and Family Escape Unharmed After Garage Blaze, Believed Caused by Tesla Charger

    Nashville House Fire: Randall Cobb and Family Escape Unharmed After Garage Blaze, Believed Caused by Tesla Charger

    Broke On: Thursday, 27 June 2024 NFL wide receiver Randall Cobb and his family escaped a house fire caused by an electrical Tesla charger in Nashville, Tennessee. They lost all possessions but were unharmed, with their dog also rescued. The Nashville Fire Department extinguished the fire and prevented injuries. The Cobbs are seeking temporary housing while assessing damage.
  • Severe Weather Alert: Tornados, Heavy Rain, and Flooding Threaten Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky

    Severe Weather Alert: Tornados, Heavy Rain, and Flooding Threaten Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky

    Broke On: Sunday, 26 May 2024 Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky face imminent threat of tornados, heavy rainfall, large hail, damaging winds, and flooding over Memorial Day weekend.
  • Tennessee Schools and Gun Policies: A Developing Story on Armed Teachers and Campus Security

    Tennessee Schools and Gun Policies: A Developing Story on Armed Teachers and Campus Security

    Broke On: Tuesday, 23 April 2024 Tennessee lawmakers passed bills allowing teachers to carry concealed handguns on school campuses, sparking debates among educators, parents, and lawmakers. While Metro Nashville Public Schools will not change its gun policies, other counties are undecided. A bill awaits Governor Bill Lee's signature for K-12 teachers to carry guns if they meet specific requirements. Crime statistics show a 20% reduction in all categories since faculty members in higher education were allowed to carry weapons without notification.
  • Botulism from Counterfeit Cosmetic Products in Tennessee: State Department of Health Investigates

    Botulism from Counterfeit Cosmetic Products in Tennessee: State Department of Health Investigates

    Broke On: Wednesday, 10 April 2024 Recent counterfeit cosmetic products have caused botulism in Tennessee, prompting an investigation by the state department of health and other agencies.
  • Nashville Fraternity Trip Tragically Ends in Drowning Death of College Student Riley Strain

    Nashville Fraternity Trip Tragically Ends in Drowning Death of College Student Riley Strain

    Broke On: Monday, 25 March 2024 22-year-old college student Riley Strain went missing during a night out in Nashville while on a fraternity trip. His body was found in the Cumberland River near 61st Avenue North on Friday, March 22. An autopsy revealed no foul play and there is no evidence to suggest anything other than an accidental fall into the river.
  • University of Missouri Student Riley Strain Found Dead in Nashville River During Fraternity Trip

    University of Missouri Student Riley Strain Found Dead in Nashville River During Fraternity Trip

    Broke On: Saturday, 23 March 2024 On March 23rd, the body of University of Missouri student Riley Strain was discovered in the Cumberland River after he disappeared on a fraternity trip in Nashville. The search for him focused on waterways.
  • Missing College Student Riley Strain: Search Continues at Cheatham Dam in Ashland City, Tennessee

    Missing College Student Riley Strain: Search Continues at Cheatham Dam in Ashland City, Tennessee

    Broke On: Tuesday, 19 March 2024 22-year old college student Riley Strain from the University of Missouri went missing in Nashville on March 8th. The search has moved to Cheatham Dam after nothing was found at river banks. Water temperatures are cool but expected to rise soon, and United Cajun Navy joined forces with police for hundreds of leads and tips.
  • 22-Year-Old University of Missouri Student Riley Strain Missing in Nashville After Leaving Bar with Fraternity Brothers

    22-Year-Old University of Missouri Student Riley Strain Missing in Nashville After Leaving Bar with Fraternity Brothers

    Broke On: Tuesday, 12 March 2024 A 22-year-old University of Missouri student, Riley Strain, went missing in Nashville on Friday night after leaving a bar with his fraternity brothers. He was last seen wearing a brown button-up shirt with a black chest pocket and blue jeans. Surveillance footage shows him crossing the street to Gay Street at 9:47 p.m., which is about 0.7 miles from the bar he was in earlier.
  • FDA Investigates Possible Side Effects from GLP-1 Drugs: Suicidal Ideation, Hair Loss and Aspiration

    FDA Investigates Possible Side Effects from GLP-1 Drugs: Suicidal Ideation, Hair Loss and Aspiration

    Broke On: Saturday, 13 January 2024 The FDA is investigating possible side effects from GLP-1 drugs, including suicidal ideation, hair loss and aspiration. These medications have become popular for both weight loss and type 2 diabetes treatment over the last year. A new study found no link between semaglutide, an active ingredient in GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, and suicidal ideation but people taking these medications had a lower risk of suicidal thoughts compared with older drugs in U.S studies.