The Baltimore Sun

The Baltimore Sun is a major daily newspaper in Maryland that covers local, national, and international news. It is known for its Pulitzer Prize-winning journalism and commitment to delivering accurate and unbiased information to its readers. The source also covers sports, entertainment, business, and opinion pieces. The website includes a search function, breaking news alerts, subscription options for both print and digital content, as well as an archive of past articles.

90%

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

98%

Examples:

  • There are no instances of clear editorializing or opinionated language.
  • The source appears to have a strong focus on reporting the facts and presenting unbiased information.

Conflicts of Interest

95%

Examples:

  • However, there is no evidence of any intentional misrepresentation or manipulation in these instances.
  • The source occasionally reports on topics that may have potential conflicts of interest for its reporters or editors.

Contradictions

90%

Examples:

  • However, these contradictions do not significantly undermine the overall reliability of the source.
  • There are occasional contradictions in the form of conflicting details within individual articles.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • However, these instances are relatively rare and do not significantly impact the overall credibility of the source.
  • There are some instances of deceptive practices in the form of clickbait headlines or misleading descriptions.

Recent Articles

  • Record-Breaking Heat Wave: DC and Baltimore Brace for Triple-Digit Temperatures and Possible Thunderstorms

    Record-Breaking Heat Wave: DC and Baltimore Brace for Triple-Digit Temperatures and Possible Thunderstorms

    Broke On: Sunday, 14 July 2024 A relentless heat wave hits the D.C. area and beyond with record-breaking temperatures over 100 degrees, triggering health concerns and excessive heat warnings through the week. Highs in the low 100s expected, with possible thunderstorms and a Code Orange air quality alert for sensitive groups.
  • Former Ravens Star Jacoby Jones: A Life Remembered in Football and Beyond

    Former Ravens Star Jacoby Jones: A Life Remembered in Football and Beyond

    Broke On: Sunday, 14 July 2024 Former Baltimore Ravens wide receiver and kick returner Jacoby Jones, known for his game-tying touchdown catch in the 2013 AFC Divisional playoffs and record-breaking 108-yard Super Bowl XLVII kickoff return touchdown, passed away at age 40. Born in New Orleans, Jones attended Lane College and set several Ravens records during his career from 2011 to 2014. Beloved figure on and off the field, cause of death unknown.
  • Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Six Lives Lost, Including Two Members of a Roadwork Crew

    Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Six Lives Lost, Including Two Members of a Roadwork Crew

    Broke On: Sunday, 26 March 2023 A cargo ship's power outage and subsequent collision with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore on March 26, 2023, resulted in its catastrophic collapse and six fatalities. Julio Cervantes Suarez, part of a roadwork crew filling potholes on the bridge during a break, narrowly escaped drowning by clinging to a piece of floating concrete. The National Transportation Safety Board and FBI are investigating the incident while legal battles over liability unfold.
  • Maryland Governor Wes Moore Announces Decision on 2024 Presidential Race, Expresses Support for Joe Biden

    Maryland Governor Wes Moore Announces Decision on 2024 Presidential Race, Expresses Support for Joe Biden

    Broke On: Sunday, 30 June 2024 Maryland Governor Wes Moore announced on 'Face the Nation' that he will not challenge President Joe Biden for the Democratic presidential nomination in 2024, expressing confidence in Biden's ability to lead despite concerns over his performance at a recent debate. A CBS News poll indicated a decline in voters believing Biden has the cognitive ability to serve as president.
  • Mystery Surrounds Electrical Failures on Cargo Ship Dali, Linked to Baltimore Bridge Collapse

    Mystery Surrounds Electrical Failures on Cargo Ship Dali, Linked to Baltimore Bridge Collapse

    Broke On: Tuesday, 26 March 2024 On June 24, 2024, the Dali cargo ship, which had collided with Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge in March and caused a power outage and bridge collapse, killing six workers, departed from the Port of Baltimore for Norfolk. The NTSB is investigating potential electrical component issues as the cause of the power losses leading to the collision. The ship's owner and operator are being sued by Baltimore City for negligence.
  • Eight Crew Members of Stranded Dali Ship Granted Permission to Return Home

    Eight Crew Members of Stranded Dali Ship Granted Permission to Return Home

    Broke On: Tuesday, 26 March 2024 Eight crew members of the Dali cargo ship, stranded since a March collision with Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge that resulted in six fatalities, may fly home as early as Thursday following an agreement between attorneys for the city and ship's owner. The crew, mainly Indians and one Sri Lankan national, have been under investigation for potential involvement in the bridge collapse incident. The U.S. Department of Justice has already interviewed them. Baltimore City initially sought to prevent their departure due to ongoing investigations but agreed after the shipping company promised to provide necessary documents within 30 days.
  • 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.
  • Philadelphia Phillies Edge Out Baltimore Orioles in Thrilling 11-Inning Battle: Bryce Harper and Alec Bohm Deliver Clutch Hits

    Philadelphia Phillies Edge Out Baltimore Orioles in Thrilling 11-Inning Battle: Bryce Harper and Alec Bohm Deliver Clutch Hits

    Broke On: Saturday, 15 June 2024 In an 11-inning thriller, the Philadelphia Phillies edged past the Baltimore Orioles with a 5-3 victory on June 14, 2024. Kyle Schwarber's leadoff home run set the tone for the Phillies in the first inning. The Orioles responded with runs from Adley Rutschman and Anthony Santander, but Bryce Harper's intentional walk led to Alec Bohm's game-winning double in the top of the eleventh. Ranger Suárez pitched well for Philadelphia, while their bullpen secured a hard-fought win.
  • Baltimore's Port Reopens After Record-Breaking Eleven-Week Cleanup Following Dali Container Ship Crash

    Baltimore's Port Reopens After Record-Breaking Eleven-Week Cleanup Following Dali Container Ship Crash

    Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024 After a container ship crash caused the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in March, disrupting Baltimore's busy port and causing a $1.2 billion economic impact, authorities managed to fully reopen the main shipping channel in just eleven weeks. The Army Corps of Engineers and other agencies worked tirelessly to remove debris from the channel and restore it to its original width and depth.
  • Severe Storms Hit Maryland: At Least One Person Injured, Multiple Structures Damaged in Gaithersburg and Sykesville

    Severe Storms Hit Maryland: At Least One Person Injured, Multiple Structures Damaged in Gaithersburg and Sykesville

    Broke On: Wednesday, 05 June 2024 On June 5, 2024, Maryland faced severe storms with tornadoes and heavy rain, causing damage to structures and flooding in various counties. The National Weather Service issued tornado warnings for several areas and advised residents to take necessary precautions. The exact cause of the storms is being investigated.