LEFT-CENTER BIAS
These media sources have a slight to moderate liberal bias. They often publish factual information that utilizes loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by appeals to emotion or stereotypes) to favor liberal causes. These sources are generally trustworthy for information but may require further investigation. See all Left-Center sources.
- Overall, we rate NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth – KXAS Left-Center Biased based on political coverage that slightly favors the left. We also rate them High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact-check record.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEFT-CENTER
Factual Reporting: HIGH
Country: USA
Press Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: TV Station
Traffic/Popularity: High Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
Founded in 1948, NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth – KXAS is an NBC-owned-and-operated television station licensed to Fort Worth, Texas, United States. NBCdwf.com is the associated website covering news, weather, sports, crime, and lifestyle.
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Funded by / Ownership
NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth – KXAS is owned by NBCUniversal a subsidiary of Comcast, which owns multiple TV stations around the USA. Advertising and sponsored content generate revenue.
Analysis / Bias
In review, NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth – KXAS covers local news through reporters with minimal bias, such as this Police Fatally Shoot Armed Man at Duncanville Field House; Campers Unharmed. Most stories are accompanied by videos from the TV station. The Associated Press and other NBC-owned stations provide national and world news. All information is sourced from first-hand accounts and other credible media sources.
Editorially, NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth – KXAS typically does not produce opinion content; however, they report on national politics with a slight left-leaning bias in wording and story selection Biden to Visit Israel and ‘Pariah’ Saudi Arabia Next Month. The news is generally reported factually and with a slight left-leaning bias when covering political issues.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years.
Overall, we rate NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth – KXAS Left-Center Biased based on political coverage that slightly favors the left. We also rate them High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact-check record. (D. Van Zandt 06/14/2022)
Source: https://www.nbcdfw.com/
Last Updated on June 27, 2023 by Media Bias Fact Check
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