Alex Whittler
Anchor and Reporter at WAGA-TV (Atlanta, GA)
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Articles
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2 months ago |
fox5atlanta.com | Alex Whittler |Joyce Lupiani
National Security Adviser Mike Waltz is taking full responsibility for accidentally adding a journalist to a group chat discussing plans for a military strike on Houthi rebels in Yemen. The mistake, which Waltz called "embarrassing," did not impact the strike itself, he said. However, the incident has sparked concerns about security protocols at the highest levels of government.
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2 months ago |
yahoo.com | Alex Whittler
The BriefSen. Jon Ossoff warns that a journalist’s accidental inclusion in a military strike group chat could pose security risks. National Security Adviser Mike Waltz takes responsibility for the mistake but insists it had no impact on the operation. Democrats and U.S. allies express concerns over intelligence-sharing and national security lapses.
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Feb 14, 2025 |
fox5atlanta.com | Alex Whittler
Not long after the civil war, hundreds of Black families lived and thrived in Forsyth County, owning their own land and creating wealth. In 1912, after a white woman's death, that development came to a halt and the Black population was forced to virtually disappear. Impacts from the expulsion are still visible today, but some of the ways people are working toward reconciliation including a growing scholarship and networking events.
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Feb 14, 2025 |
yahoo.com | Alex Whittler
The BriefIn 1912, the Black population in Forsyth County was forced to leave following the death of a white woman, halting the community's development and prosperity. Efforts toward reconciliation include scholarships for descendants, networking events, and initiatives like "The Longest Table" to foster dialogue and change.
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Dec 6, 2024 |
fox5atlanta.com | Alex Whittler
A third-grader in Fulton County who had his life turned upside down by the COVID-19 pandemic is taking action to help others be as healthy as possible. Nine-year-old Wade Williams turned his frightening experience into lessons for all of us. Williams teamed up with his 4-year-old sister Celine to create Wade and Celine's Super Vitamin-C Jelly Beans. The gluten-free, vegan-friendly dietary supplement packs an orange-flavored punch to help boost the immune system.
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