WHQR The Newsroom
Center local news. Over-indexes on Jobs & Manufacturing (17.9×) and Housing Affordability (11.3×).
What This Tone Is Based On
The tone scores on this page come from analyzing how this show covers each political figure it mentions. Below is the breakdown of how many of those reads were positive, neutral, or negative.
Net media tone Slightly Positive across 7 figure-in-episode tone reads (not audience/impressions).
How WHQR The Newsroom Differs from Other Shows
Overall this show runs more favorable than the rest of the media — mean tone +0.17 vs the media's -0.01.
Coverage Volume
Transcribed episodes per week — last 26 weeks
Sentiment Trajectory
Average weekly tone toward figures — green favorable, red critical
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Recent Stories
A recent conference highlighted the media's significant role in framing the narrative surrounding the 1898 Wilmington coup and massacre. Historians emphasized how media figures like Alfred Moore Waddell spread false narratives about the black community, contributing to the violence. The discussion underscored the importance of a free press in accurately reporting history and current events.
The Cape Fear Memorial Bridge replacement project has faced significant challenges, including funding issues and community opposition. Originally estimated at $200-$300 million, costs have soared to over $1.1 billion due to federal requirements for a 135-foot clearance. Local officials are now considering tolls to help fund the project, which has sparked further debate among residents.
As Kelly Kenoyer prepares to leave WHQR for a new role, she reflects on her impactful reporting on housing issues, including the mold crisis at the Wilmington Housing Authority and the ongoing challenges of gentrification. Her work has highlighted the struggles of the unhoused population and the complexities of local housing policies, leaving a lasting legacy in the community.