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 WBND – South Bend News 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
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: TV Station
Traffic/Popularity: Medium Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
WBND – South Bend News is an ABS-affiliated television station licensed to South Bend, Indiana, United States. abc57.com is the associated website covering news, weather, sports, crime, and lifestyle.
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Funded by / Ownership
WBND – South Bend News is owned by Weigel Broadcasting Company, which owns multiple TV stations around the USA. Advertising and sponsored content generate revenue.
Analysis / Bias
In review, WBND – South Bend News covers local news through reporters with minimal bias, such as this U.S. 6 closed in Walkerton for crash. Most stories are accompanied by videos from the TV station. CNN and the Associated Press provide national and world news. All information is sourced from first-hand accounts and other credible media sources.
Editorially, WBND – South Bend News typically does not produce opinion content; however, they report on national politics with a slight left-leaning bias in wording and story selection President Joe Biden will visit Israel in high-stakes trip. 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 WBND – South Bend News 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 11/13/2023)
Source: https://www.abc57.com/
Last Updated on November 13, 2023 by Media Bias Fact Check
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