According to a 2017 study conducted by the Pew Research Center, the ratio of negative to positive news coverage on television news broadcasts was approximately 5 to 1. In other words, for every one story about a positive event, there were five stories about negative events.
This ratio may also vary across different types of media outlets and publications. For example, some newspapers and websites may prioritize positive news stories in an effort to provide a more balanced perspective to their readers. Additionally, the ratio of good to bad news may vary based on the news medium, such as TV, radio, print, or online.