Elements of newsworthiness are emphasized. Language is vivid. There are no factual errors and no style errors. This story could be published or broadcast with some re-writing or editing. Elements of newsworthiness are apparent.
Language is correct but basic.
There are no factual errors and only minor style errors. This story would need substantial re-writing or editing to be published or broadcast. Elements of newsworthiness are present. Language is plain with few errors. There are no factual errors but there are a few style errors.