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2-year-old dies after accidentally grabbing dad's gun, shooting self in DeKalb; father charged
SUMMARY: A DeKalb County father, Michael Leon, is charged with felony murder and cruelty to children after his 2-year-old son accidentally shot himself. The incident occurred on Shamrock Drive just before 6 PM. Investigators revealed that Leon, 39, left his gun unsecured, leading to the tragic accident. He is currently in custody at the DeKalb County Jail.
A father has been charged with murder after his 2-year-old grabbed his unsecured gun and accidentally shot and killed himself, DeKalb County Police said
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VIPIR 6 ALERT TUES PM-WED AM…Tracking Snow!
SUMMARY: A Winter Storm Warning is in effect from Tuesday afternoon to Wednesday morning for several counties, with snow likely starting around 5pm Tuesday. Accumulation will stop by 1am, but roads will remain slick overnight. A Winter Weather Advisory is in place for some counties. Tuesday will start dry with temperatures in the 30s/40s, but snow is expected as temperatures drop into the 20s. Most areas will see snow, but accumulation will vary: up to 0.5” north of I-20, 0.5”-1.5” around Augusta, and 1.5”-2.5” south of Waynesboro. Be prepared for power outages and slippery roads.
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Will Melania Trump and Barron live at the White House?
SUMMARY: President-elect Donald Trump will return to the White House for his second nonconsecutive term. While Trump is expected to live in the White House, his wife Melania and their son Barron will split their time between Washington, D.C., New York, and Florida. Melania plans to prioritize her role as a wife and mother while also fulfilling her duties as First Lady. Barron will primarily reside in New York, attending NYU, though he will visit the White House. The Trumps’ belongings will be moved in after the swearing-in, as President Biden and his family vacate the premises.
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Hastings earns Masters invitation at Latin America Amateur Championship
SUMMARY: Justin Hastings of the Cayman Islands won the 2025 Latin America Amateur Championship in Buenos Aires, securing an invitation to the Masters Tournament. Following a 36-hole day due to weather concerns, Hastings finished at 16-under 272, edging out Peru’s Patrick Sparks by one stroke. The 21-year-old, inspired by fellow Caymanian Aaron Jarvis’ previous victory, became the second player from his country to win the championship and will also participate in the 153rd Open and the 125th U.S. Open. Hastings expressed pride in his mental game development throughout the competition, while Sparks remained motivated for future opportunities.
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