Wisconsin News Network (WISN)

Wisconsin News Network (WISN) is a local news source that focuses on providing coverage of events and issues affecting Wisconsin residents. The site covers a wide range of topics including politics, crime, weather, sports, and entertainment. While the site generally provides accurate and timely information, there are instances where the reporting is biased, contradictory or deceptive. The site also has a clear conflict of interest when reporting on certain local politicians or government officials.

88%

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

90%

Examples:

  • There is a tendency to present information in an unbalanced manner, often focusing on negative or sensational aspects of stories.
  • The source has a clear bias towards reporting on local news and events in Wisconsin, often highlighting incidents that involve residents or have a significant impact on the community.

Conflicts of Interest

90%

Examples:

  • There is a tendency to favor certain individuals or groups over others in the coverage of these topics.
  • The source has a clear conflict of interest in reporting on certain topics, particularly those that involve local politicians or government officials.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • In some instances, the articles contradict themselves by providing conflicting information within the same report.
  • There are also cases where the information provided in the articles contradicts previously reported facts or statements.

Deceptions

85%

Examples:

  • There are also instances where the articles provide false information or misrepresent facts in order to support a particular narrative.
  • The source sometimes uses deceptive practices such as misleading headlines or sensationalized language to draw in readers.

Recent Articles

  • Five Tornadoes Wreak Havoc: Over 12,000 Without Power in Wisconsin and Illinois After Severe Storms

    Five Tornadoes Wreak Havoc: Over 12,000 Without Power in Wisconsin and Illinois After Severe Storms

    Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024 Five tornadoes, including an EF-2 and four EF-1s, struck Southern Wisconsin on June 23, 2024, causing widespread damage to homes, businesses, and infrastructure. Thousands lost power across the region as a result of the severe storms; Dane County near Marshall, Jefferson County near Watertown, Walworth County around Delavan and Geneva Lake, Rock County near Janesville and parts of Janesville itself were most affected. The city of Janesville activated its Emergency Operations Center to provide resources for residents impacted by the disaster, while officials seek volunteers for storm cleanup.
  • 10 People Injured in Shooting at Madison's Lux Apartment Building: No Arrests Made

    10 People Injured in Shooting at Madison's Lux Apartment Building: No Arrests Made

    Broke On: Sunday, 09 June 2024 At least 10 people, including high school students, were injured in a shooting at Madison's Lux apartment building rooftop party. None of the injuries are life-threatening. The incident occurred amidst a historic drop in reports of shots fired in Madison.
  • Wisconsin Prison Staff Charged in Connection to Four Inmate Deaths: Neglect, Misconduct, and Systemic Failures

    Wisconsin Prison Staff Charged in Connection to Four Inmate Deaths: Neglect, Misconduct, and Systemic Failures

    Broke On: Thursday, 06 June 2024 In a year marked by neglect, Warden Randall Hepp and eight prison employees at Wisconsin's Waupun Correctional Institution face charges for their role in the deaths of four inmates. Cameron Williams died from a stroke ignored for 12 hours, while Donald Maier succumbed to dehydration and malnutrition. Systemic failures including mismanaged medications, ignored medical distress, and insufficient safety infrastructure contributed to these tragedies. Reforms such as prison inspections, improved monitoring technology, staff training, and contraband scanners are urged to prevent future incidents.
  • Craig Counsell's Return to Milwaukee: Cubs Face Brewers in Anticipated Series Opener

    Craig Counsell's Return to Milwaukee: Cubs Face Brewers in Anticipated Series Opener

    Broke On: Monday, 27 May 2024 Cubs' Craig Counsell returns to Milwaukee as manager, facing boos and a heated rivalry against the Brewers. Left-handers Robert Gasser and Justin Steele square off in this pivotal series opener.
  • Memorial Day Weekend: Dangerous Severe Weather Threats in the Midwest - Tornadoes, Winds, and Hail

    Memorial Day Weekend: Dangerous Severe Weather Threats in the Midwest - Tornadoes, Winds, and Hail

    Broke On: Sunday, 26 May 2024 Memorial Day weekend in the Midwest brings a threat of tornadoes, damaging winds, and hail from several rounds of severe storms. Stay weather aware and ensure safety amidst planned activities following a deadly tornado outbreak in Texas, Arkansas, and Oklahoma.
  • Memorial Day Sales: Honor the Heroes and Save on Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, and More

    Memorial Day Sales: Honor the Heroes and Save on Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, and More

    Broke On: Saturday, 25 May 2024 Memorial Day weekend brings sales on items from Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart while honoring sacrifices. Discover top deals: Roborock Q5+ robot vacuum at Amazon with self-emptying dock and intelligent mapping; NBC Select's discounted Bissell Little Green Machine Cleaner; Dyson V11 Animal Cordless Stick Vacuum from Best Buy; Levi's 501 Mid-Thigh Shorts and Palmer's Cocoa Butter Body Lotion at Walmart. CNET offers expertly researched deals on Apple products, gaming accessories, and home appliances.
  • RNC Fears for Attendee Safety as Milwaukee Protest Zone Remains Near Convention Pathway

    RNC Fears for Attendee Safety as Milwaukee Protest Zone Remains Near Convention Pathway

    Broke On: Thursday, 23 May 2024 The RNC has raised security concerns with the Secret Service over potential threats from demonstrators at the July 2023 convention in Milwaukee. Letters detailing these worries, sent to Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle, propose a one-block adjustment to protest sites for attendee safety. However, no response has been received from the Secret Service despite contact from GOP officials and security personnel. Protesters may ignore law enforcement orders regarding demonstration areas due to their proximity to the convention venue.
  • Remains of Missing Milwaukee Woman, Sade Robinson, Found Along Lake Michigan Shoreline: Suspect Charged with Homicide and Mutilation

    Remains of Missing Milwaukee Woman, Sade Robinson, Found Along Lake Michigan Shoreline: Suspect Charged with Homicide and Mutilation

    Broke On: Thursday, 18 April 2024 Investigators believe they have found the remains of 19-year-old Sade Robinson, who went missing following a date with Maxwell Anderson in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Several body parts were discovered around the city between April 6 and 18. Anderson, 33, has been charged with her murder and mutilation of a corpse.
  • Giannis Antetokounmpo's Injury Doubtful for Milwaukee Bucks' NBA Playoffs Debut Against Indiana Pacers

    Giannis Antetokounmpo's Injury Doubtful for Milwaukee Bucks' NBA Playoffs Debut Against Indiana Pacers

    Broke On: Tuesday, 16 April 2024 Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo, who averaged 30.4 points and 11.5 rebounds during the regular season, is doubtful for the NBA playoffs opener against the Indiana Pacers due to a left calf strain. The injury occurred in the final game of the season and could significantly impact Milwaukee's chances without their MVP presence.
  • Severed Leg of Missing Woman Found in Milwaukee, Maxwell Anderson Charged with First-Degree Intentional Homicide and Mutilating a Corpse.

    Severed Leg of Missing Woman Found in Milwaukee, Maxwell Anderson Charged with First-Degree Intentional Homicide and Mutilating a Corpse.

    Broke On: Saturday, 13 April 2024 On April 12, a Milwaukee woman named Sade Robinson was reported missing. Her body parts were later found in different locations over the next few days, including by railroad tracks but identification is still pending. On April 13, Maxwell Anderson was charged with first-degree intentional homicide and mutilating a corpse after the remains of Sade Robinson were found.