Brien McElhatten
@BrienReports
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Dad, husband, #journalist . Anchor @abc4utah . Married to @KristaMNews . Advocate for facts. Prev: KNXV,The List,WPTA. KF7OHA
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These students just raised more than $50,000 to stage their play after the school shut it down. The show will go on
#FortWayne
Earlier this year, anti-LGBTQ parents pressured our high school into cancelling our spring play.
Now we’re fighting back to put it on ourselves, but need your help.
More at
#marianlives
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After the deadly insurrection, Indiana representatives Jim Banks, Jackie Walorski Jim Baird and Greg Pence voted against the certification of Electoral college votes. There were no legitimate cases of “irregularities” or widespread voter fraud as they suggested.
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Wow. Insisting he’s fighting “misinformation,”Indiana AG Todd Rokita is actively spreading it. He insists that vaccines don’t work and that masks don’t slow the spread. Both notions are false and not grounded in science. This is his press release today:
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I’m proud of you! Working alongside you was special!
After three and a half years back in Fort Wayne, my time at 21Alive is coming to an end. My last newscast is tomorrow (Friday) at 7 PM.
It was my dream at anchor the news on 21Alive, and to get to do that alongside my husband was truly a gift.
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Wow! Four years of marriage and adventures! Still going strong. Happy anniversary to
@KristaMNews
! Whatever the news is - we’re in it together.
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So thankful for these two ladies! Their support means so much. Life is infinitely better with them in it!
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Partners in news. Most importantly, partners in life.
Some of the dust has settled, and I’ve had time to collect my thoughts.
Before I say anything else, I need to thank you—those of you responsible for the thousands of comments, posts and messages.
Brien’s sudden departure from the station was a surprise to all of us.
@BrienReports
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During our conversation about his Senate bid, Banks deflected questions about election denialism and his stance on “wokeism.” We pressed him on it. Our full interview airs at 7 on
@ABC21WPTA
On the first day of his campaign for the U.S. Senate -- Congressman Jim Banks sat down for an interview with 21Alive's Brien McElhatten. The full interview with Congressman Banks will be featured this evening on 21Alive News at 7.
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@RepJimBanks
We have lots to discuss Mr. Banks. Would you like to come on the News and 7 and answer some questions?
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The owners of Phil’s One Stop, Phil and Renee Carper, have been consistent financial contributors to Banks’ campaign, Donald Trump’s campaign and other Republican groups.
GAS PRICES SLASHED: Congressman Jim Banks is joining Americans for Prosperity-Indiana at Phil’s One Stop
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in Fort Wayne for a campaign event where they will be rolling back the price of gasoline to $2.38 this morning.
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Last full week of dad leave begins. Fortunate to step away from the office for a little while to get acquainted with this little girl. See you all soon.
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#FortWayne
’s loss is Columbus’ gain. Go get ‘em Karli!
From Indiana to Ohio!? Yeah, that’s right I didn’t move too far! Today was my first day as a reporter at
@wsyx6
ABC6 in Columbus, Ohio. I’m so beyond excited to begin investigating stories in central Ohio.
My first day reporting on air for ABC6 is this Friday, October 27th!
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Happy second birthday to our little girl who is always full of wonder!
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Banks often uses the issue of high gas prices to deflect questions about the Jan 6 insurrection and Donald Trump’s repeated lies about election fraud.
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A big shoutout to this lovely lady (and the little lady she’s carrying).
@KristaMNews
is simply glowing. She’ll be a great mom.
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Found my wallet after six days. It seems our daughter is a pickpocket. If only she picked up her crumbs as enthusiastically. 😆
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This little girl fell asleep happy! Who can blame her? She’s visiting her grandparents in Ohio.
#spoiled
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Little Millie had to spend some extra time in the hospital cooking under the jaundice lights. She’s going home today.
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Welcome to the world, Millie! We’re thrilled you’re here!
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Date night. No phone checks. Offline. Grandparents are babysitting. Life is good.
#Cleveland
@KristaMNews
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Love being in
#PHX
with
@KristaMNews
! Even if it’s just a layover. The local restaurants at Sky Harbor offer a welcome respite from culinaria generica.
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I’ve stopped giving oxygen to most of these outlandish press releases, but this one is different. More than a million Americans have died of COVID. Science tells us more lives could have been saved if more people were vaccinated and wore masks.
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Our daughter is watching democracy in action from the comfort of the living room. Thanks to the grandparents for the picture!
@KristaMNews
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My Bob Ross socks are a nod to Muncie, Ball State and the legendary man himself.
#chirpchirp
#happytrees
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Getting her started early. Hey news directors, in six months she’ll be ready to produce.
#tvnews
#bringyourdaughtertowork
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We finally had some nice weather so we took the little girl for an adventure at Ouabache State Park!
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Added some new hives to the yard on this
#EarthDay2022
. We also maintain friendly habitat for native bees. The more
#pollinators
we have, the better.
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We’re celebrating Krista’s birthday with some time at the lake. Hotdogs, cake and birthday tiaras for all! Happy birthday
@KristaMNews
!
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One of the best pieces of journalism I’ve seen in a long time. Utterly heart-wrenching.
It’s been 6 months since the Taliban swept to power in Afghanistan.
Please watch our film on how things are going. We poured a lot into this, and even tho I’ve watched it through 100 times, I still cry.
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Teaching Millie an important lesson: the most engaging stories have excellent sound.
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Valentine’s day is no longer the same. And that’s a good thing! Here’s to many more with
@KristaMNews
and The Millie. ❤️ 💐
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A very happy birthday to
@KristaMNews
! (Who just said:”I can do anything I want today including bothering my husband”)
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Remember, Rokita suggested the Indiana Dept. of Health was part of a vast conspiracy to publish inaccurate
#COVID19
numbers and said he didn’t trust the state’s top health officials.
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#Utah
is full of adventure. It’s like living in a postcard that reminds you to get off the couch and get outside. Yes, please.
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She’s the best
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It’s an honor to have work recognized with this Edward R. Murrow Award. But the highest honor comes from collaborating with people like
@bealsdaniel
. He approaches every story with an eye for detail and the skills of a craftsman. I’d take any assignment with this guy.
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We are enjoying a few leisurely days in Washington,D.C. Reflecting on the monuments and the people who inspired them. We’re also enjoying some really good food and SLEEP. Grandparents are happily looking after the little girl. Life is good with
@KristaMNews
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Since the Mirror Lake Highway is closing for the season Thursday, I drove a portion of it today. Beautiful!
#Utah
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Honored to have been part of this team with
@bealsdaniel
and
@JonathanNewsNow
for Excellence in Writing. Thanks to
@RTDNA
for advocating for journalism. Now back to work.
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But many people saw anti-science, anti-vaccine messages that had no grounding in truth. They fell victim to two pathogens: COVID-19 and misinformation perpetrated by the very people who are supposed to be trustworthy leaders.
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Since Rokita isn’t giving you trustworthy information on potentially lifesaving information, here’s something I hope will help:
1.) vaccine efficacy:
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A salute to the rural mail carrier who just stuffed my mailbox. In fact, hats off to all of the delivery and transportation folks working today. Wow.
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Perhaps I’m naive about
#Utah
winters, but I’m looking forward to this! Also: must learn to ski.
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Humbled, honored and grateful. Thank you to
@RTDNA
for this quite unexpected
#murrowmoment
. May the journalism continue.
"We Interrupt This Program" earns
@ABC21WPTA
Excellence in Sound among small market TV stations, a
#Murrows2020
winner for well-balanced sound and masterful sound editing.
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They’re going to let us be parents. I’m still looking for the instruction manual. 🤷♂️
It’s technically our last day at
@ABC21WPTA
for a while, *if* baby comes on time. 😉 But if she’s anything like her mom, she’ll be late 🤣
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On the Princess Train, you dance ‘till the barrettes fall out 👑
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We planted some wildflowers and allow clover to grow in areas of the yard. This helps the bees out in mid summer when fewer plants are blooming.
#pollinators
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I can’t pull Millie away from the wild blackberries. She’s learning to forage for them on her own!
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Wishing the happiest of birthdays to my lovely wife
@KristaMNews
. You’re my best friend and co-anchor for life. With you, the view is always in high definition.
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We love our
#abc4
family! Alana is back after the holidays, bringing snow with her. Sarah is filling in for Emily and egging on Dana who is dishing on the Real Housewives like it’s play-by-play. And I have no idea what any of it means.
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A very happy first birthday to Millie! She spent the morning exactly where she was a year ago - in the hospital. With an ear infection. (And a tasty hat)
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Probably dreaming of all the bulldogs she met in New Haven today
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I second this. Gabe is a “Prough-Fessional.”
One of the many reasons I love working with Gabe is that he’s always willing to pitch in, even if it means working 16-hour days. Thanks for the fantastic coverage today,
@proughwx
! Now get some sleep!
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The most dangerous patch of pavement in
#FortWayne
has got to be the parking lot at southwest Target. Get life insurance before you attempt this gauntlet. Drivers are maniacs.
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Back in the saddle for the first time in a month. Hope to see you at 5 & 6.
#FortWayne
#abc21
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@nkellyatJG
@IndianaJournos
Same. Put in a records request for those a week ago. Plenty of time for press releases, little time for public documents.
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Our little girl is on the right track. She found my pocket guide to Indiana public access laws. Go get ‘em! What records should she request first,
@KristaMNews
?
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A visitor in the backyard this morning. Cooper’s hawk or Sharp-shinned?
#BirdsOfTwitter
#Utah
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@KristaMNews
is out tonight prepping for baby’s arrival. I’ll be here with you one last time until then. Here’s what we have:
✅City Council vs Mayor Henry. Henry claps back
✅Redistricting map redux
✅Storms. Are we in the clear?
@WxMatt1
has the goods
See you at 11
#abc21
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Backyard apple haul from our nascent orchard. We planted these trees last year. Bees helped with pollination.
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I just said “switching gears” on the air. 🤢 one of the worst clichés! Where did that even come from?? Self-flagellation is called for.
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It’s almost time!
Feeling extra emotional and happy today, knowing we're just a couple of weeks away (or less!) from meeting our little girl! 💝
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The Martin Luther King Bridge in
#FortWayne
is illuminated in the colors of the
#Ukraine
flag, joining other cities like New York, Paris & Rome.
#abc21
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When you visit the grandparents, you have to see the barn animals!
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Good morning from Key West, where one can get used to this pretty quickly. Right
@KristaMNews
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Thanks to the sweet viewer who heard I like baklava (who doesn’t.) She brought a batch to the station for me!
#delicious
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