The local news stations are always encouraging us viewers to check the web or their apps for the latest weather forecast. Unfortunately, it is sometimes bad advice from Channels 2 (KTVI) and 4 (KMOV). Channel 5 (KSDK) seems to be much better at actually providing later information. The absence of weather forecast updates at both Channels 2 and 4 is noticeable and was … [Read more...] about STL station apps come up short during snow storm
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The good, the bad and the ugly of St. Louis TV news
Media guru Tripp Frohlichstein dreams of delivering a “State of the 2014 Local News” address to St. Louis’ three TV stations (he considers Channels 2 and 11 one station as they share facilities and people). This is his dream address: Ladies and Gentlemen, thank you for taking the time to discuss the state of local news. There are times when the local media perform well and … [Read more...] about The good, the bad and the ugly of St. Louis TV news
Severe weather prompted quick thinking by reporters
Commendations to Channel 4 (KMOV) for its performance during the severe weather outbreak last Sunday afternoon. As killer tornadoes formed in the area and noon approached, there was no doubt many football fans concerned their game would not air because of the dangerous weather. But it did. The main channel, Channel 4, had its meteorologists keeping viewers up to date. But … [Read more...] about Severe weather prompted quick thinking by reporters
Transparency lacking in STL TV 2 reporter’s story
Editor's note: This is a television criticism piece by Tripp Frohlichstein. Channel 2's Elliott Davis expects transparency when he goes after a government entity he believes is misusing tax money. Unfortunately, he is not delivering transparency when it comes to some of his own reports. During the summer, he ran a story that included an interview with the … [Read more...] about Transparency lacking in STL TV 2 reporter’s story