These sources have minimal bias and use very few loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by appeals to emotion or stereotypes). The reporting is factual and usually sourced. These are the most credible media sources. See all Least Biased Sources. Bias Rating: LEAST BIASED
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Detailed Report
Factual Reporting: HIGH
Country: USA
Press Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Newspaper
Traffic/Popularity: Minimal Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
The Linn County Leader is a newspaper published in Marceline, Missouri. linncountyleader.com covers local, national, sports, weather, and crime news for the greater Marceline area.
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Funded by / Ownership
The Linn County Leader is owned by CherryRoad Media, which publishes 20 newspapers in the midwest of the USA. Over the last few elections, CherryRoad has primarily donated to Democrats; however, they donated 100% to Republican candidates in the past. Advertising and paid subscriptions generate revenue.
Analysis / Bias
In review, The Linn County Leader covers news, sports, community, and crime for the greater Marceline area. Local news is reported with minimal loaded emotional language, such as this Commission meeting minutes for April 18. National and international news comes from the Associated Press.
Editorially, a review of op-eds indicates a reasonable balance between left and right. The paper reports factually and with minimal bias.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate The Linn County Leader as Least Biased biased based on mainly balanced editorial positions. We also rate them High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact-check record. (D. Van Zandt 05/10/2023)
Source: https://www.linncountyleader.com/
Last Updated on May 10, 2023 by Media Bias Fact Check
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