KOCO 5 News

KOCO 5 News is an Oklahoma-based news source that covers local and regional news stories. The site provides comprehensive coverage of breaking news, weather updates, sports events, and community happenings. The articles often include details about the impact of events on individuals and families in the area. While there are some instances of contradictions or deceptive practices in individual articles, these seem to be isolated incidents rather than a pattern indicative of systemic issues with accuracy or credibility.

91%

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:

  • The source appears to have a neutral overall bias, as it reports on a wide range of topics without any clear editorial slant.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • There are no clear examples of conflicts of interest in the articles provided.

Contradictions

86%

Examples:

  • However, these instances seem to be isolated and do not indicate a systemic issue with the accuracy of the news site.
  • There are instances of contradictions in the articles, such as conflicting information about the number of people killed in the Tulsa Race Massacre and details about a weather forecast.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • However, these instances seem to be isolated and do not indicate a systemic issue with the credibility of the news site.
  • There are some instances of deceptive practices in the articles, such as claims that a subject was robbed of an award or that a person was killed during a tornado outbreak when there is no evidence to support these claims.

Recent Articles

  • 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.
  • Nikola Jokic's Historic Third MVP Title: 2,000 Points, 900 Rebounds, and 700 Assists in a Single NBA Season

    Nikola Jokic's Historic Third MVP Title: 2,000 Points, 900 Rebounds, and 700 Assists in a Single NBA Season

    Broke On: Wednesday, 08 May 2024 Nikola Jokic secures his third Michael Jordan Trophy as the 2023-24 NBA Most Valuable Player, finishing second in league's double-doubles and triple-doubles. His exceptional performance includes top 10 points per game, fourth in rebounds per game and third in assists per game. Jokic becomes only the second player to achieve 2,000 points, 900 rebounds and 700 assists in a single season.
  • Severe Weather Alert: Tornado Threat in Ozarks, Midwest, and Mid-Atlantic on May 8, 2024

    Severe Weather Alert: Tornado Threat in Ozarks, Midwest, and Mid-Atlantic on May 8, 2024

    Broke On: Wednesday, 08 May 2024 Severe weather with tornadoes threatens the Ozarks, Midwest, and Mid-Atlantic on May 8, 2024. Oklahoma faces a level-three enhanced risk for severe storms with large hail and damaging winds. Over 50 million people are under a 'slight risk' of severe thunderstorms. Multiple rounds of strong-severe thunderstorms expected, with potential for tornadoes and significant hazards.
  • High Risk of Severe Storms: Long-Track Tornadoes, Giant Hail, and Damaging Winds Forecast for Central United States

    High Risk of Severe Storms: Long-Track Tornadoes, Giant Hail, and Damaging Winds Forecast for Central United States

    Broke On: Monday, 06 May 2024 A high risk of severe storms, including potential for long-track tornadoes and giant hail, threatens millions in Oklahoma and Kansas starting May 6. At least one tornado has occurred daily for the past 10 days, with over 550 reports logged this year. Cities at risk include Oklahoma City, Norman, Wellington, and South Haven.
  • EF4 Tornado Strikes Marietta, Oklahoma: At Least Four People Killed Including a Four-Month-Old Baby

    EF4 Tornado Strikes Marietta, Oklahoma: At Least Four People Killed Including a Four-Month-Old Baby

    Broke On: Monday, 29 April 2024 On April 29, 2024, a devastating EF4 tornado with winds up to 165-170 mph struck Marietta, Oklahoma, killing at least four people including a young child. The town was left in ruins as every business appeared to have been destroyed. Governor Kevin Stitt and President Joe Biden offered support following the disaster. One family, the Skeens, lost their four-month-old baby during the storm and are accepting donations through Morrison's Main Street Market, Boomarang Diner, and Security State Bank in Holdenville.