KOCO 5 News

KOCO 5 News is a local news source that covers events happening in Oklahoma. The site provides information on various topics including weather updates, sports teams, and community events. The site appears to be unbiased and provides accurate reporting on the stories covered. There are no conflicts of interest found in the articles reviewed. However, there are occasional contradictions that may occur due to developing news stories.

99%

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

100%

Examples:

  • KOCO 5 News appears to provide balanced and unbiased reporting.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • There is no mention of any conflicts of interest found in the articles.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

Deceptions

100%

Examples:

  • No deceptive practices were found in the articles.

Recent Articles

  • Ollie Gordon's DUI Arrest: Star Running Back Faces Internal Punishment at Oklahoma State Amidst Crucial Football Season

    Ollie Gordon's DUI Arrest: Star Running Back Faces Internal Punishment at Oklahoma State Amidst Crucial Football Season

    Broke On: Friday, 30 June 2023 Oklahoma State running back Ollie Gordon was arrested for DUI and having open alcohol containers on June 30, 2023. Despite the incident, coach Mike Gundy announced he would not miss playing time. The arrest comes at a critical time for the team as they prepare for the college football season.
  • James Inhofe: A 'Rock-Ribbed' Senator and Climate Change Skeptic Passes Away at 89

    James Inhofe: A 'Rock-Ribbed' Senator and Climate Change Skeptic Passes Away at 89

    Broke On: Tuesday, 09 July 2024 Prominent Oklahoma Senator James M. Inhofe, known for his support of defense spending and denial of human-caused climate change, passed away at age 89. A longtime politician, Inhofe served as a state legislator, Tulsa mayor, and US Senator for over six decades. He was also an advocate for veterans and the American Dream. Inhofe underwent heart surgery in 2013 but continued to serve until stepping down in 2023. His extensive collection of items from his political career will be archived at Oklahoma State University.
  • 24/7 Ammo Access: American Rounds Installs AI-Powered Vending Machines in Grocery Stores

    24/7 Ammo Access: American Rounds Installs AI-Powered Vending Machines in Grocery Stores

    Broke On: Wednesday, 08 November 2023 Automated ammunition vending machines by American Rounds are now available in Oklahoma and Alabama grocery stores, offering 24/7 access with AI technology for age and identity verification. Over 200 store requests have been received, with plans to expand to Texas and Colorado. The secure machines weigh up to 2,000 pounds and support shotgun, rifle, and handgun rounds.
  • 24/7 Ammo Access: American Rounds Installs AI-Powered Vending Machines in Grocery Stores

    24/7 Ammo Access: American Rounds Installs AI-Powered Vending Machines in Grocery Stores

    Broke On: Wednesday, 08 November 2023 Automated ammunition vending machines by American Rounds are now available in Oklahoma and Alabama grocery stores, offering 24/7 access with AI technology for age and identity verification. Over 200 store requests have been received, with plans to expand to Texas and Colorado. The secure machines weigh up to 2,000 pounds and support shotgun, rifle, and handgun rounds.
  • American Tourist Avoids Harsh Penalty for Unintentionally Carrying Ammunition in Turks and Caicos

    American Tourist Avoids Harsh Penalty for Unintentionally Carrying Ammunition in Turks and Caicos

    Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024 American tourist Ryan Watson from Oklahoma was arrested in Turks and Caicos for unintentionally carrying ammunition in his luggage, facing a potential 12-year prison sentence. However, after detailing the impact of his detainment on patients and family, he received a suspended sentence of 13 weeks and a $2,000 fine. Two other Americans faced similar outcomes following leniency calls from US Congress.
  • Oklahoma Supreme Court Dismisses Lawsuit Seeking Reparations for Tulsa Race Massacre Survivors

    Oklahoma Supreme Court Dismisses Lawsuit Seeking Reparations for Tulsa Race Massacre Survivors

    Broke On: Wednesday, 12 June 2024 The Oklahoma Supreme Court dismisses a lawsuit seeking reparations for survivors of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, citing that the grievances do not fall within the scope of Oklahoma's public nuisance statute. The last two known survivors, Viola Fletcher and Lessie Benningfield Randle, sought damages under this law for the devastation caused to their community during one of the most violent incidents of racist violence against Black people in US history.
  • Southern Baptist Convention Opposes In Vitro Fertilization Due to Embryo Destruction: A Shift in Stance for the Largest Protestant Denomination

    Southern Baptist Convention Opposes In Vitro Fertilization Due to Embryo Destruction: A Shift in Stance for the Largest Protestant Denomination

    Broke On: Wednesday, 12 June 2024 The Southern Baptist Convention, with over 13 million members, passed a resolution opposing In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) due to embryo destruction concerns. Delegates affirmed embryos as human beings and urged only using reproductive technologies that respect life. The decision marks a shift for the denomination and follows Alabama's Supreme Court ruling on frozen embryos and a US Senate bill on IVF rights.
  • Oklahoma Softball Makes History: Fourth Consecutive Women's College World Series Title with Thrilling Victory over Texas

    Oklahoma Softball Makes History: Fourth Consecutive Women's College World Series Title with Thrilling Victory over Texas

    Broke On: Thursday, 06 June 2024 The University of Oklahoma Sooners made history by winning the Women's College World Series for the fourth consecutive year, defeating rival Texas with standout performances from seniors Jayda Coleman and Tiare Jennings. The team set an NCAA record for most consecutive wins and had a near-perfect season at 61-1 last year. Five seniors, including Coleman, Jennings, Kinzie Hansen, Nicole May and Rylie Boone, were part of every national championship team during the four-peat. Oklahoma coach Patty Gasso expressed pride in the team's gritty style and dominance with eight national championships since 2000.
  • Memorial Day Weekend: Severe Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain Impacting Eastern US: Oklahoma, Chicago, Indianapolis, Baltimore, Washington D.C., Charlotte, and More

    Memorial Day Weekend: Severe Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain Impacting Eastern US: Oklahoma, Chicago, Indianapolis, Baltimore, Washington D.C., Charlotte, and More

    Broke On: Saturday, 25 May 2024 Memorial Day weekend brings severe storms and heavy rain to the Eastern US, with tornadoes, large hail, and damaging winds expected in Oklahoma, Kansas, Missouri, Illinois; Chicago, Indianapolis, Nashville among cities at risk for heavy rain and severe thunderstorms; flash flooding possible in humid conditions.
  • Severe Weather Alert: Potential Tornadoes in Oklahoma and Texas, Extreme Heat in South Texas

    Severe Weather Alert: Potential Tornadoes in Oklahoma and Texas, Extreme Heat in South Texas

    Broke On: Saturday, 25 May 2024 Oklahoma and Texas face severe storms with potential for tornadoes on May 25, while south Texas braces for extreme heat. The Midwest and southern US are at risk for more rain and possible tornadoes throughout the Memorial Day weekend. April and May have seen an unusually high number of tornadoes in the US, with Iowa being hit hardest.