LEAST BIASED
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- Overall, we rate KIMT – Mason City News Least Biased based on minimal editorializing and balanced story selection. We also rate them High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact check record.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEAST BIASED
Factual Reporting: HIGH
Country: USA
Press Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: TV Station
Traffic/Popularity: Medium Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
Founded in 1954, KIMT – Mason City News is a CBS-affiliated television station licensed to Mason City, Iowa, United States. KIMT.com is the associated website that provides news on crime, sports, and lifestyle for the greater Mason City area.
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Funded by / Ownership
Allen Media LLC, a subsidiary of Entertainment Studios, owns KIMT – Mason City News. The owner of Entertainment Studios, Byron Allen, is a frequent donor to Democratic candidates and causes. Advertising and sponsored content generate revenue.
Analysis / Bias
In review, KIMT – Mason City News publishes news for the Mason City and surrounding area through reporters and with minimal bias, such as this Three Des Moines students injured in Post-Prom shootout early Sunday morning. Videos from the TV Station accompany many local news stories. National and international news is typically republished through the Associated Press and CNN.
Editorially, they do not publish Op-eds, and story selection is balanced.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate KIMT – Mason City News Least Biased based on minimal editorializing and balanced story selection. We also rate them High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact check record. (D. Van Zandt 05/08/2022)
Source: https://www.kimt.com/
Last Updated on May 30, 2023 by Media Bias Fact Check
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