Using biased language like 'robbed of its exhilarating and unifying moment' to sway the audience's opinion.
Choosing to report on specific details like the number of children wounded and their ages, which can manipulate the audience's emotions and perception of the event.
Shifting the focus from the actual suspects and motives of the shooting to broader discussions on gun reform and assault rifles.
Referring to the city as 'lesser-known American city' can create a negative stereotype.
Emphasizing the fear experienced by the victims and using emotional language like 'fear' to evoke strong emotions in the audience.
Appealing to the emotions of the audience by highlighting the emotional responses of individuals involved in the incident.
Framing the incident as a tragedy and focusing on the negative impact it had on the city and its residents.
Quoting statements from officials like the Kansas City Police Chief and US President Joe Biden to add credibility and influence the audience.
Comparing the incident to broader issues like gun violence in the country, potentially creating a false equivalence between this specific event and larger societal problems.
Using quotes from individuals like the Mayor and players to evoke specific emotions without providing full context.
Using sensational language in the headline like 'Watch: The moment gunfire erupted' to attract attention and clicks.
Selectively reporting on specific details like the number of victims and their conditions to shape the narrative.
Manipulating facts by emphasizing certain aspects of the incident while downplaying others.
Repeating details about the shooting and its impact to reinforce emotional responses in the audience.
Inforamtion Sources
Quote by CBS News
A law enforcement source told CBS News, the BBC's US partner, that the shooting appeared to be the result of an argument that turned violent. The source said it was not terrorism-related.
A 46-year-old man, Paul Contreras, told local television station, KETV, that he was one of the fans who helped "tackle" the man, and saw him drop a gun when he was knocked down.
Kansas City's Mayor, Quinton Lucas, said he was inside Union Station when he and others heard the sound of gunfire. He and members of his family started running.
Player, Kansas City Chiefs Travis Kelce from Kansas City Chiefs
Travis Kelce, the star tight end of the team whose relationship with Taylor Swift became a cultural phenomenon, wrote on social media that he was "heartbroken over the tragedy that took place today".
Player, Kansas City Chiefs Marquez Valdes-Scantling from Kansas City Chiefs
Marquez Valdes-Scantling, a wide receiver for the Chiefs, also took to social media after the tragedy. He said he wanted to get in touch with the young victims of the shooting.
In a statement, US President Joe Biden also reflected on the issue of gun violence in the country. "Today's events should move us, shock us, shame us into action," he said, as he called for gun reform and a ban on assault rifles in the US.