LEAST BIASED
These sources have minimal bias and use very few loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by using appeal to emotion or stereotypes). The reporting is factual and usually sourced. These are the most credible media sources. See all Least Biased Sources.
- Overall, we rate WFSB – Hartford News Least Biased based on minimally loaded language and minimal editorializing. 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: High Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
Founded in 1957 and a CBS-affiliated television station, WFSB – Hartford News serves Hartford, Connecticut, and the surrounding area. wfsb.com is the associated website for the TV news station that provides local and national news and sports, weather, traffic, and entertainment.
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Funded by / Ownership
WFSB – Hartford News is owned by Gray Television, which operates 145 stations across the USA. Sponsored content and advertising generate revenue.
Analysis / Bias
In review, WFSB – Hartford News provides news coverage for Hartford, Connecticut, and the surrounding areas. Local news is covered by reporters with minimal bias and often has video provided by the TV station: Police make arrest in Manchester mall shooting. The national news is provided through other Gray Television affiliates as well as the Associated Press. International news generally comes from CNN and the Associated Press.
Editorially, WFSB – Hartford News does not offer an opinion page. In general, they report news factually and with minimal bias.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate WFSB – Hartford News Least Biased based on minimally loaded language and minimal editorializing. We also rate them High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact-check record. (D. Van Zandt 08/21/2022)
Source: https://www.wfsb.com/
Last Updated on July 1, 2023 by Media Bias Fact Check
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