‘be first / facts later’ coverage, limited column inches, editors opting (or under pressure) for clicks / sensationalism over quality / wider range of stories.
This definitely is a problem when it comes to covering police shootings.
“Let’s wait for the facts” is code word for “let’s wait until this blows over.”
Not with me it isn’t. When I say “Let’s wait for the facts” it means “Let’s wait for the facts”. Please don’t put words in my mouth.