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Meteorologist Dantwan Watkins
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News journalists for @atlantanewsfirst and i love to track #weather and #storms and make YouTube content
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For those celebrating today, we wish you a very merry #Christmas from everyone at the Met Office, with a special thank you to those working on shift to keep our forecasts available 24/7 🎄
December 25, 2025 at 9:13 AM
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Deadly house fire among several blazes across metro Atlanta; officials stress fire safety awareness
Deadly house fire among several blazes across metro Atlanta; officials stress fire safety awareness
While investigators work to determine what started the fires, firefighters say families need to have a plan for if fire breaks out in their home.
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December 16, 2025 at 12:21 PM
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Stolen car crashes during Sandy Springs police chase, driver escapes on foot, police say
Stolen car crashes during Sandy Springs police chase, driver escapes on foot, police say
The car was reported stolen out of Milton.
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December 16, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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Metro Atlanta student attending Brown University reflects on deadly weekend shooting
Metro Atlanta student attending Brown University reflects on deadly weekend shooting
As police continue to search for the suspect accused of shooting and killing two Brown University students, one metro Atlanta scholar is recounting his experience.
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December 16, 2025 at 3:28 AM
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City of Atlanta to open warming centers ahead of freezing temperatures
City of Atlanta to open warming centers ahead of freezing temperatures
The City of Atlanta is opening warming centers in advance of freezing temperatures expected to move across Georgia overnight from Sunday into Monday morning.
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December 14, 2025 at 10:02 PM
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Multiple rain warnings are in place over the coming days ⚠️

Flooding and disruption is likely, so stay #WeatherAware

See all the latest information here 👉 bit.ly/WxWarning
December 14, 2025 at 12:07 PM
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Death investigation underway at DeKalb County townhome community
Death investigation underway at DeKalb County townhome community
Officers can be seen at Golden Gate Luxury Townhomes, a gated community off Chatfield Drive in unincorporated Stone Mountain.
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December 12, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Winter storm storm watch for Charleston,WV
December 12, 2025 at 12:38 PM
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The National Water Center has issued an updated Key Messages for the ongoing Catastrophic flooding impacts this week in Washington. More info: water.noaa.gov #flooding #wawx
December 11, 2025 at 2:51 PM
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❄️With winter weather ramping up across the country and holiday travel plans right around the corner, always check the forecast and road conditions before hitting the highway!

But in an emergency situation, your vehicle is almost always your best shelter until help arrives. weather.gov/safety
December 11, 2025 at 9:05 PM
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Arctic air will bring near record cold temperatures and dangerous wind chills as it moves southward from the Northern High Plains Friday, expanding into the Central Plains and Ohio Valley Saturday, reaching the Mid-South and Mid-Atlantic on Sunday. View WPC's Key messages:
December 11, 2025 at 11:45 PM
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Another day of unseasonably cool weather across the eastern third of the U.S. today, while the western two-thirds will see unseasonably warm readings. Warm temperatures push further east by mid-week, while cooler readings return to the west by the weekend. Visit weather.gov for your area weather.
November 11, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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A pleasant week is in store for North and Central GA weather wise🌞 Temperatures will gradually warm through the week with any rainfall holding off until the upcoming weekend. #gawx https://x.com/NWSAtlanta/status/1988218902086910385
November 11, 2025 at 12:19 PM
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Kevin Curry, a food influencer and a former SNAP recipient, explains where SNAP recipients can get the most up-to-date information on their benefits, and how anyone can find free or affordable food. n.pr/47Awavd
9 strategies to find free or low-cost food when money is tight
Kevin Curry, a food influencer and a former SNAP recipient, explains where SNAP recipients can get the most up-to-date information on their benefits, and how anyone can find free or affordable food.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:34 PM
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Atlanta airport sees more than 115 flight cancellations as government shutdown continues
Atlanta airport sees more than 115 flight cancellations as government shutdown continues
Flight cuts increased to 6% on Tuesday and are expected to reach 10% by Friday.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:39 PM
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Cobb County names new police chief
Cobb County names new police chief
He was born and raised in Cobb County, joining the Cobb County Police Department 29 years ago.
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October 29, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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Cobb County daycare under investigation after child allegedly ingests kratom
Cobb County daycare under investigation after child allegedly ingests kratom
A state agency is now investigating allegations that a child ingested kratom at a daycare in Mableton.
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August 20, 2025 at 3:34 AM
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The eye of Cat 5 Hurricane Erin on Puerto Rico’s radar.
August 16, 2025 at 6:47 PM
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Deadly shooting under investigation at Brookhaven apartment complex
Deadly shooting under investigation at Brookhaven apartment complex
According to investigators, the victim was found on the floor inside one of the units with multiple gunshot wounds.
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August 17, 2025 at 11:52 AM
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Shots fired at apartment complex near UGA campus, police say
Shots fired at apartment complex near UGA campus, police say
Police said they’re investigating shots fired in an apartment complex near the University of Georgia campus on Friday night.
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August 16, 2025 at 1:25 AM
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Man shot multiple times in Vine City neighborhood, Atlanta police say
Man shot multiple times in Vine City neighborhood, Atlanta police say
Police have started an investigation after a man was shot multiple times in northwest Atlanta late Sunday night.
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August 11, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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Stone Mountain cat tests positive for rabies, DeKalb County officials say
Stone Mountain cat tests positive for rabies, DeKalb County officials say
A cat has tested positive for rabies in the Stone Mountain area, DeKalb County officials confirmed.
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August 11, 2025 at 1:26 PM
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DeKalb County officer killed in shooting near Emory University was former Marine, beloved family man
DeKalb County officer killed in shooting near Emory University was former Marine, beloved family man
David Rose, 33, was killed in the line of duty while responding to a call involving a reported gunman near Clifton Road and CDC Parkway on Emory University’s Atlanta campus.
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August 9, 2025 at 12:56 PM
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DeKalb County School District to discuss installing vape sensors at high schools
DeKalb County School District to discuss installing vape sensors at high schools
The detectors will likely be in the restrooms and locker rooms where students often vape.
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August 8, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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‘I just left there:’ Army veterans react to Fort Stewart shooting
‘I just left there:’ Army veterans react to Fort Stewart shooting
Veterans across Georgia expressed shock and sadness after an Army sergeant opened fire at Fort Stewart on Wednesday.
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August 7, 2025 at 3:24 AM