In recent years, increasing attention has been paid to the way journalists report on crime-related news. During the writing process, biases related to gender, race, or other factors may be introduced, often resulting in an overly dramatized narrative. Such biases can elicit conflicting emotional responses from readers and undermine the objectivity and reliability of the information presented. To address this issue, we introduce NEMESI, a plug-in designed to detect the presence of bias within news articles during their drafting. Beyond detection, NEMESI also provides suggestions for mitigating identified biases, thereby encouraging more balanced and impartial reporting. NEMESI also offers text generation support features and guarantees the proper management of changes through a timeline of modifications, facilitating a more informed and transparent writing process. The plug-in presented in this study aims to serve as a resource for journalists engaged in crime reporting, fostering a more neutral and fact-based approach that respects both the truth of the events and the individuals involved.

Assistance and bias checking for writing crime news

Eleonora Calo';Loredana Caruccio;Grazia Margarella
2026

Abstract

In recent years, increasing attention has been paid to the way journalists report on crime-related news. During the writing process, biases related to gender, race, or other factors may be introduced, often resulting in an overly dramatized narrative. Such biases can elicit conflicting emotional responses from readers and undermine the objectivity and reliability of the information presented. To address this issue, we introduce NEMESI, a plug-in designed to detect the presence of bias within news articles during their drafting. Beyond detection, NEMESI also provides suggestions for mitigating identified biases, thereby encouraging more balanced and impartial reporting. NEMESI also offers text generation support features and guarantees the proper management of changes through a timeline of modifications, facilitating a more informed and transparent writing process. The plug-in presented in this study aims to serve as a resource for journalists engaged in crime reporting, fostering a more neutral and fact-based approach that respects both the truth of the events and the individuals involved.
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