NBC Los Angeles – KNBC v - Media Bias/Fact Check

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 Los Angeles – KNBC 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 1947, NBC Los Angles – KNBC is an NBC owned-and-operated television station licensed to Los Angeles, California, United States, serving as the network’s West Coast flagship outlet. NBCLosAngeles.com is the associated website covering news, weather, sports, crime, and lifestyle for the Southern California region.

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Funded by / Ownership

KNBC-TV 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 Los Angeles covers local news through reporters with minimal bias, such as this Two Deputies Involved In Andres Guardado’s Death Suspended For Unrelated Reasons. 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 Los Angeles typically does not produce opinion content; however, they report on national politics with a slight left-leaning bias in wording and story selection Senate Overwhelmingly Passes $740 Billion Defense Bill as Trump’s Veto Threat Looms. 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 Los Angeles – KNBC 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 12/12/2020) Updated (04/11/2022)

Source: https://www.nbclosangeles.com/