Fox Baltimore

Fox Baltimore is a local news station based in Baltimore, Maryland. The station covers a variety of topics including weather updates, community events and political news. The site features articles that discuss local crime, health trends and education issues. Fox Baltimore also reports on court decisions that impact the community such as the recent appeals court decision striking down Maryland's handgun qualification license law. The station is committed to providing accurate information to its viewers and actively engages with the community through various outreach programs.

94%

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 is known for its high journalistic standards. It strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. It has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

Bias

88%

Examples:

  • Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott's statement on the appeals court striking down Maryland law requiring handgun qualification licenses.
  • Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson's statement on the appeals court striking down Maryland law requiring handgun qualification licenses.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Contradictions

88%

Examples:

  • Heat advisory posted for Monday in Baltimore.
  • High temperatures in the upper 90s on Monday.
  • Showers and thunderstorms expected midweek in Maryland.
  • Tuesday and Wednesday will be hot and humid with heat index values just shy of 110.

Deceptions

95%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Recent Articles

  • DC Heatwave: Scorching Temperatures and Humidity Lead to Heat Advisory, Potential Health Risks

    DC Heatwave: Scorching Temperatures and Humidity Lead to Heat Advisory, Potential Health Risks

    Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024 DC Area Braces for Scorching Heat: Heat Advisory Issued with Temperatures Reaching Up to 105 Degrees; Fire Departments Prepare for Heat-Related Emergencies. Stay hydrated, avoid prolonged sun exposure to prevent heat cramps, exhaustion, or stroke.
  • Projected Increase in Heart Disease: Hypertension, Diabetes, and Obesity on the Rise

    Projected Increase in Heart Disease: Hypertension, Diabetes, and Obesity on the Rise

    Broke On: Sunday, 16 June 2024 Heart disease, the world's leading cause of death, is projected to become even more prevalent in the next 30 years due to rising rates of hypertension, diabetes, and obesity in the US. The American Heart Association warns that these trends could worsen during stressful times like presidential elections. Addressing risk factors through lifestyle changes and community involvement is crucial for improving heart health.
  • Suspect Arrested in Maryland for Alleged Role in Mother-of-Five's Murder: Victor Antonio Martinez-Hernandez Identified through DNA Evidence and Interpol Red Notice

    Suspect Arrested in Maryland for Alleged Role in Mother-of-Five's Murder: Victor Antonio Martinez-Hernandez Identified through DNA Evidence and Interpol Red Notice

    Broke On: Sunday, 06 August 2023 El Salvador native Victor Antonio Martinez-Hernandez, accused of murder in his home country and linked to street gangs, was arrested as a suspect in the 2023 murder of Maryland mother Rachel Morin. DNA and surveillance video connected him to a Los Angeles home invasion. He is currently held without bond in Tulsa, Oklahoma on trespassing charges and faces homicide charges in Maryland.
  • Explosives to Be Used in Bridge-Ship Separation at Baltimore Port: Safety First in Dali Salvage Operation

    Explosives to Be Used in Bridge-Ship Separation at Baltimore Port: Safety First in Dali Salvage Operation

    Broke On: Tuesday, 26 March 2024 In a press conference on Tuesday, Maryland Governor Wes Moore announced that salvage crews will use explosives to separate the Francis Scott Key Bridge wreckage from the Dali cargo ship in Baltimore. The decision follows careful analysis and planning to ensure safety and effectiveness. The bridge collapse occurred after a collision in March 2024, resulting in one fatality and significant disruptions for Maersk, one of the world's largest shipping companies. Crews are working to refloat the Dali by May 10 and reopen the main channel by the end of May. The use of explosives is an important step forward in recovery efforts, with safety remaining a top priority.

  • Maryland's Handgun Qualification Law Ruled Unconstitutional by Fourth Circuit

    Broke On: Wednesday, 22 November 2023 The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled the Handgun Qualification License (HQL) law in Maryland unconstitutional. Despite the court's decision, the HQL law remains in effect until a formal mandate is issued by the court. The law was challenged by the nonprofit gun advocacy group Maryland Shall Issue. The rate of gun deaths in Maryland increased by 46% from 2011 to 2020, higher than the nationwide increase of 33%.