KTSM News

KTSM News is a local news source that covers a variety of topics including natural disasters, community events, and political issues. The articles provided are generally unbiased and present factual information. However, there are instances of contradictions and deceptive practices in some articles. The site does not have an About Us page that provides information about its reporting standards or mission.

88%

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

100%

Examples:

  • The articles provided by KTSM News appear to be generally unbiased and present factual information.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • No conflicts of interest were identified.

Contradictions

87%

Examples:

  • In one article, the number of structures lost in a fire is given as 1400, while another states that about 3300 acres have been burned by a different fire.
  • The articles report conflicting information on evacuations and potential evacuations due to fires.

Deceptions

65%

Examples:

  • The article “Hundreds of migrants gather at border wall as court debates SB4” uses language that dehumanizes migrants and perpetuates negative stereotypes.
  • The author makes false claims about actions taken by migrants in regards to crossing the border, and the title is misleading about the frequency of such events.

Recent Articles

  • Two Deadly Wildfires Ravage Ruidoso, New Mexico: 1,400 Structures Destroyed, Thousands Evacuated

    Two Deadly Wildfires Ravage Ruidoso, New Mexico: 1,400 Structures Destroyed, Thousands Evacuated

    Broke On: Tuesday, 18 June 2024 Two deadly wildfires, the South Fork Fire and Salt Fire, ravaged through Ruidoso, New Mexico, leaving at least two people dead and approximately 1,400 structures destroyed by Wednesday. The fires grew rapidly to 23,406 acres combined and remained uncontained with zero percent containment. Thousands evacuated their homes in the Village of Ruidoso and Ruidoso Downs due to the advancing fires. One fatality was identified as Pat Pearson, a local resident, while another person was found dead in a burned vehicle. The causes of both fires are under investigation by the New Mexico Forestry Division.
  • Blue 2 Fire in Lincoln National Forest: Over 3,400 Acres Burned, Evacuation Orders Issued

    Blue 2 Fire in Lincoln National Forest: Over 3,400 Acres Burned, Evacuation Orders Issued

    Broke On: Friday, 17 May 2024 The Blue 2 Fire, currently burning in New Mexico's Lincoln National Forest, has<dummy00024> affected over 3,400 acres and led to multiple evacuations. The cause is believed to be a lightning strike, and high winds are expected to exacerbate its growth. Authorities have set up an evacuation reception center and urge residents to stay informed.
  • 100 Migrants Rush US Border Wall in El Paso, Texas: What We Know So Far

    100 Migrants Rush US Border Wall in El Paso, Texas: What We Know So Far

    Broke On: Thursday, 21 March 2024 On March 21, 2024, over 100 migrants attempted to enter the US illegally by rushing a portion of the border wall in El Paso, Texas. The group was part of a spring surge in migration that had been arriving at the international border and hoping to gain access to the US. Despite this being an ongoing issue with illegal immigration, it is important not to approach it with bias or political agenda.