8 News Now (nexstarmedia.com)

8 News Now is a news source that provides local news coverage for Nevada. The site covers a range of topics including politics, crime, education, and lifestyle. The articles are generally well-written and easy to read with an active voice and clear sentences. However, there are instances of sensational language and some deceptive practices.

72%

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

75%

Examples:

  • The author presents information in a balanced and neutral manner without expressing personal opinions.
  • There is an occasional use of sensational language to grab the reader's attention.

Conflicts of Interest

60%

Examples:

  • The author discloses potential conflicts of interest by mentioning the Culinary Union's terms and the Nevada Gaming Control Board's mandates.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • The article states that

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • The article makes claims without providing evidence to support them, such as the expected number of visitors for events celebrating Super Bowl LVIII.

Recent Articles

  • President Biden Announces New Immigration Program: Parole in Place Offers Legal Status to 500,000 Unauthorized Immigrants Married to US Citizens

    President Biden Announces New Immigration Program: Parole in Place Offers Legal Status to 500,000 Unauthorized Immigrants Married to US Citizens

    Broke On: Tuesday, 18 June 2024 President Joe Biden announces the 'Parole in Place' program, offering legal status and a path to U.S. residency and citizenship for approximately 500,000 unauthorized immigrants married to American citizens. The policy allows these immigrants to apply for work permits and deportation protections after 10 years of continuous residence in the U.S., subject to meeting other requirements and cooperating with the Department of Homeland Security.
  • Las Vegas Festival Canceled: Alicia Keys, Janet Jackson, Usher, and More Forced to Postpone Performances Due to High Wind Warning

    Las Vegas Festival Canceled: Alicia Keys, Janet Jackson, Usher, and More Forced to Postpone Performances Due to High Wind Warning

    Broke On: Saturday, 04 May 2024 The Lovers & Friends Festival in Las Vegas (May 4, 2024) has been canceled due to a High Wind Warning with potential gusts exceeding 60 mph. Over 70 acts were scheduled to perform at the one-day event including Alicia Keys, Janet Jackson, Usher, and Snoop Dogg. Festival organizers prioritized safety by consulting with local public officials.
  • The Tropicana Las Vegas, A Historic Hotel-Casino Closing Its Doors After 65 Years

    The Tropicana Las Vegas, A Historic Hotel-Casino Closing Its Doors After 65 Years

    Broke On: Monday, 01 April 2024 The Tropicana Las Vegas, a hotel-casino that opened in 1956 and cost $15 million to build with ties to organized crime through reputed mobster Frank Costello, is closing its doors at noon Tuesday after being the third oldest on the Strip.
  • Culinary Union Reaches Tentative Contract Agreement with Three Las Vegas Casinos, Leaving Five Uncontracted

    Culinary Union Reaches Tentative Contract Agreement with Three Las Vegas Casinos, Leaving Five Uncontracted

    Broke On: Saturday, 03 February 2024 The Culinary Union has reached tentative contract agreements with the Rio Hotel & Casino, Binions Gambling Hall & Hotel and Four Queens Resort & Casino downtown. This leaves just five properties uncontracted including Virgin Las Vegas, Downtown Grand, Fremont, Golden Nugget and Main Street.