FOX5 Vegas News

FOX5 Vegas News is an online news source covering local and national news in Las Vegas. The site covers a variety of topics including politics, crime, entertainment, sports, and weather. The site has a slight lean towards reporting biases and sometimes presents information that may be misleading or deceptive.

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 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

85%

Examples:

  • The article also seems to celebrate the successes of certain individuals or groups, such as Bruno Mars and former Las Vegas councilwoman Michele Fiore. This can be seen in phrases like 'Bruno Mars has been known to rack up large debts at the tables' and 'A federal grand jury has indicted former Las Vegas councilwoman Michele Fiore in an alleged charity fraud scheme.'
  • The site has a slight lean towards reporting biases. This is evident in phrases such as 'Dennis Prince, lawyer, as seen during a FOX5 interview' and 'Many of these former performers spent years, even decades dazzling on stage at the Tropicana before the Folies show was shut down just before its 50th birthday.'

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • In the article about the Las Vegas City Council approving an LDS temple project, there is a mention of a potential controversy regarding the approval process. This could potentially be seen as a conflict of interest, but it is not explicitly stated.
  • There are no clear conflicts of interest mentioned in the articles. However, there is a slight suggestion of conflict in the article about Bruno Mars and MGM. The article states 'Bruno Mars attends the SelvaRey Pina Colada Party Hosted by Bruno Mars & Anderson .Paak at The Hollywood Roosevelt on July 24, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for SelvaRey)', which could be seen as promoting Bruno Mars's relationship with MGM.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Another contradiction is found in the article about Ticketmaster, where it states 'Ticketmaster says unauthorized activity, or a computer hack, happened between April 2 and May 23 of this year.' This contradicts an earlier statement that says '] Seven cases of West Nile virus have been reported in Clark County.[', which could be referring to the same time period.
  • There are a few instances where contradictions are mentioned in the articles. For example, 'About 6,900 people attended Trump’s Las Vegas rally.' but later in the article it says 'Three weather alerts are in effect for the Las Vegas Valley.', which could have affected the number of attendees.

Deceptions

85%

Examples:

  • Another example of deception can be found in the article about Ticketmaster, where it says 'Ticketmaster says unauthorized activity, or a computer hack, happened between April 2 and May 23 of this year.' This statement could be seen as deceptive because it implies that the unauthorized activity or hack directly affected Ticketmaster customers, when in reality the article does not explicitly state this.
  • There are some instances where deception may be present in the articles. In the article about Bruno Mars and MGM, it says 'Bruno Mars owes millions to MGM? FOX5 finds out after viral online discussions', which could be misleading as it suggests that there is a confirmed debt between Bruno Mars and MGM.

Recent Articles

  • Biden's Nevada Visit: Pitching Housing Plans to Win Over Latino Voters Amidst Trailing Polls

    Biden's Nevada Visit: Pitching Housing Plans to Win Over Latino Voters Amidst Trailing Polls

    Broke On: Wednesday, 17 July 2024 During his two-day visit to Nevada on July 16 and 17, 2024, President Joe Biden focused on winning over Latino voters by discussing affordable housing plans and addressing civil rights groups. Despite trailing former President Donald Trump in polls, Biden introduced a three-part plan to cap rent increases and allocate funds for new affordable housing. His visit coincided with Trump's appearance at the Republican National Convention, making securing minority voter support crucial for his re-election bid.
  • Justice of Peace Michele Fiore Indicted for Allegedly Misusing Charity Funds: 100% of Donations Supposedly for Police Statue Diverted to Personal Use

    Justice of Peace Michele Fiore Indicted for Allegedly Misusing Charity Funds: 100% of Donations Supposedly for Police Statue Diverted to Personal Use

    Broke On: Wednesday, 17 July 2024 Former Las Vegas City Councilwoman Michele Fiore, now a justice of the peace in Nye County, was indicted on federal charges for allegedly misusing donations intended for a police officers' statue. The indictment accuses Fiore of converting funds to personal use instead of creating the statue as promised. She faces up to 20 years in prison on each count if convicted.
  • Seven Cases of West Nile Virus Reported in Clark County, Nevada: Mosquito Activity at Record Levels

    Seven Cases of West Nile Virus Reported in Clark County, Nevada: Mosquito Activity at Record Levels

    Broke On: Wednesday, 03 July 2024 Seven cases of West Nile virus reported in Clark County, NV, with record mosquito activity. Three hospitalized for neuroinvasive form. SNHD advises precautions against bites and eliminating standing water.
  • North Las Vegas Shooting: Eric Adams Kills 5, Leaves Teen Critically Injured Before Taking Own Life

    North Las Vegas Shooting: Eric Adams Kills 5, Leaves Teen Critically Injured Before Taking Own Life

    Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024 On June 24, 2024, in North Las Vegas, Eric Adams shot and killed three women - Kayla Harris (24), her girlfriend (unidentified), and a neighbor Christopher Damian (21) - during a domestic dispute. Adams took his ex-girlfriend hostage before dying by suicide when confronted by police. The shooting left two other women critically injured, including Olivia (13).
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    North Las Vegas Shooting: Eric Adams Kills 5, Leaves Teen Critically Injured Before Taking Own Life

    Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024 On June 24, 2024, in North Las Vegas, Eric Adams shot and killed three women - Kayla Harris (24), her girlfriend (unidentified), and a neighbor Christopher Damian (21) - during a domestic dispute. Adams took his ex-girlfriend hostage before dying by suicide when confronted by police. The shooting left two other women critically injured, including Olivia (13).
  • Five Men Convicted for Operating Illegal Streaming Service Jetflicks, Amassing $Millions in Subscription Revenue and Hosting Hundreds of Thousands of Copyrighted TV Episodes

    Five Men Convicted for Operating Illegal Streaming Service Jetflicks, Amassing $Millions in Subscription Revenue and Hosting Hundreds of Thousands of Copyrighted TV Episodes

    Broke On: Monday, 01 January 2007 Five men, including Kristopher Dallmann, Douglas Courson, Felipe Garcia, Jared Jaurequi, and Peter Huber, were convicted for operating an illegal streaming service called Jetflicks since 2007. The group reproduced and distributed hundreds of thousands of copyrighted TV episodes without authorization, generating millions in revenue. Dallmann faces up to 48 years in prison while others could get five years each. Jetflicks charged $9.99/month and used software to download illegal copies from pirate sites.
  • 3,000 Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus in Southern Nevada: Health District Urges Residents to Protect Against Mosquito-Borne Illnesses

    3,000 Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus in Southern Nevada: Health District Urges Residents to Protect Against Mosquito-Borne Illnesses

    Broke On: Monday, 10 June 2024 Over 3,000 mosquitoes in Southern Nevada test positive for West Nile Virus and St. Louis encephalitis, marking the first announcement of the year by health officials. Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, known to prefer feeding on people and test positive for both viruses for the first time in Clark County, contribute to increased mosquito activity. Residents are urged to eliminate standing water and use insect repellent as part of the Health District's 'Fight the Bite' campaign.
  • Former President Trump Addresses Supporters at Scorching Las Vegas Rally Amidst Legal Controversy

    Former President Trump Addresses Supporters at Scorching Las Vegas Rally Amidst Legal Controversy

    Broke On: Sunday, 09 June 2024 Former President Trump, despite the heat and controversy surrounding his conviction, drew thousands to a Las Vegas rally in June 2024. He joked about malfunctioning teleprompters and promised tax relief for hotel workers if re-elected. Criticizing Biden's border policies, Trump maintained strong support among attendees.
  • Lovers & Friends Festival Cancellation: Usher, Backstreet Boys, Janet Jackson, and More React to Unexpected Weather-Related Shutdown

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    Broke On: Saturday, 04 May 2024 Despite dangerous weather conditions, Lovers & Friends Festival organizers were forced to cancel the highly anticipated event hours before its start, disappointing fans worldwide and star-studded lineup including Usher, Backstreet Boys, Janet Jackson, and Alicia Keys.
  • Two Men Accused of Destroying Ancient Rock Formations at Lake Mead National Recreation Area: A Call for Public Assistance from the National Park Service

    Two Men Accused of Destroying Ancient Rock Formations at Lake Mead National Recreation Area: A Call for Public Assistance from the National Park Service

    Broke On: Sunday, 07 April 2024 Two men destroyed ancient rock formations at Lake Mead National Recreation Area in Nevada on April 7, 2024. Their actions pulverized millions of years of geologic history in seconds. The National Park Service seeks public help to identify the suspects and could face federal charges for vandalizing protected land. Visitors are encouraged to report suspicious activity and protect national parks by following laws and regulations.