It happens in every facet of life. This example just happens to involve an Arkansas native from a high profile position in athletics.
Too often there’s sensational coverage (or at least, a thorough amount) about an alleged problem or scandal, only to discover after more careful review of the facts that the one in the headline wasn’t guilty. Seldom do we witness similar coverage of that news.
It likely will not change as long as folks are selling papers and advertising, but it is a serious question that should be discussed in editorial rooms across the country.