MyNBC5 News

MyNBC5 News is a news source that provides timely coverage of events in Vermont, New York and surrounding areas. The site covers a range of topics including weather events, crime, health and lifestyle. While the site does not show any significant instances of bias or conflict of interest, there are minor contradictions in some articles and deceptive language is used in a few instances. The site's readability score is good, indicating clear and easy to understand writing.

78%

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

95%

Examples:

  • The articles provided by MyNBC5 News show no instances of bias.

Conflicts of Interest

75%

Examples:

  • There is a low level of conflict of interest detected in the article

Contradictions

86%

Examples:

  • There are minor contradictions in the article

Deceptions

62%

Examples:

  • The article uses sensationalist language and omits specific details in some instances.

Recent Articles

  • Five Tornadoes Strike New York: Historic Buildings Damaged, Thousands Without Power

    Five Tornadoes Strike New York: Historic Buildings Damaged, Thousands Without Power

    Broke On: Tuesday, 16 July 2024 On July 16, 2024, several major storms hit New York and upstate areas, causing extensive damage including destroyed buildings and downed power lines. At least five tornadoes were confirmed in Rome and surrounding areas, leaving thousands without power. Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency as cleanup efforts begin.
  • Midwest Tornadoes: At Least Two Dead, Thousands Without Power After Illinois and New York Storms

    Midwest Tornadoes: At Least Two Dead, Thousands Without Power After Illinois and New York Storms

    Broke On: Tuesday, 16 July 2024 On July 16, 2024, multiple tornadoes hit the Midwest, causing widespread damage and power outages in several states including Illinois and New York. At least two people were killed and over 110,000 people lost power across New York alone. Governors in both Illinois and New York declared states of emergency as the storms also affected southern Wisconsin, Michigan, and Nashville, IL.
  • Severe Weather Alert: Tornado Threat in Northeast at Highest Level in 20 Years Amidst Post-Tropical Cyclone Beryl's Remnants

    Severe Weather Alert: Tornado Threat in Northeast at Highest Level in 20 Years Amidst Post-Tropical Cyclone Beryl's Remnants

    Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024 The Northeast faces severe weather as Hurricane Beryl's remnants bring tornadoes, heavy rain, and flash flooding. The greatest tornado threat is in an east-to-west corridor from Buffalo to Albany. Rochester braces for damaging winds, tornadoes, and flash flooding on Wednesday.
  • Two Jurors Dismissed in Feeding Our Future Trial Amidst Alleged Bribery Scandal

    Two Jurors Dismissed in Feeding Our Future Trial Amidst Alleged Bribery Scandal

    Broke On: Tuesday, 04 June 2024 Two jurors in the Feeding Our Future trial were dismissed for attempted bribes, totaling over $120,000. The defendants are accused of defrauding government programs meant to feed children, with over $40 million stolen and 41 federal criminal counts filed. A woman approached Juror #52's relative with the cash and promised more for an acquittal vote. The second juror was dismissed after hearing about the incident. The FBI is leading the investigation into this conspiracy that cost taxpayers over $250 million.
  • New USPSTF Guidelines: Mammograms Every Other Year for Women Aged 40 and Above

    New USPSTF Guidelines: Mammograms Every Other Year for Women Aged 40 and Above

    Broke On: Tuesday, 30 April 2024 The US Preventive Services Task Force now recommends that women get mammograms every other year starting at age 40, following rising breast cancer rates among younger women. The new guidelines bring the USPSTF closer in line with other health organizations and require insurers to cover mammograms for women in their 40s, but concerns remain over potential harms and costs for supplemental screening.
  • 12 Inches of Snow Expected in Vermont and New York During Long Duration Winter Storm

    12 Inches of Snow Expected in Vermont and New York During Long Duration Winter Storm

    Broke On: Monday, 01 April 2024 A winter storm is set to hit Vermont and New York on Wednesday and Thursday, bringing over 12 inches of snow. The eastern Adirondacks in Northern New York are expected to receive over a foot of snow while Northern Vermont's Green Mountains will see 8-12 inches.
  • McDonald's to Sell Krispy Kreme Donuts Nationwide by 2026

    McDonald's to Sell Krispy Kreme Donuts Nationwide by 2026

    Broke On: Tuesday, 26 March 2024 McDonald's to sell Krispy Kreme donuts at all US locations by 2026. Partnership began in October 2021 with pilot project in Kentucky areas.
  • Total Solar Eclipse in North America on April 8, 2024: What You Need to Know

    Total Solar Eclipse in North America on April 8, 2024: What You Need to Know

    Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024 On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will occur in parts of North America. The path of totality includes Texas, Arkansas, Missouri, Indiana, Ohio and New York while Vermont can witness a partial solar eclipse. Drawings and photographs can be made to showcase the moon's progress across the solar disk while observers with small telescopes can try to time when the first and last instants of visibility occur.