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BREAKING: ALL Northbound lanes of Downtown #Atlanta connector shut down due to #flooding. Watch live now: atlantanewsfirst.com/livestream/

In coordination with our airline partners, we’re taking ACTION to bring relief to Spirit customers and its workforce. From capped ticket prices for flyers who need to rebook to employees looking for job opportunities, there’s a lot of information you should be aware of. Here’s the latest ⬇️ CAPPED TICKET PRICES United, Delta, JetBlue, & Southwest are all capping ticket prices specifically for Spirit customers who now need to rebook cancelled flights. To access these special prices, individuals will need to provide at a minimum a Spirit flight confirmation number and proof of payment. Please refer to each individual airlines website for additional specifics. REDUCED FARES For any consumers worried about higher prices, American Airlines and Delta Air Lines are offering reduced fares on high-volume Spirit routes. Allegiant has also committed to freezing fare prices across routes that overlap with Spirit. To support impacted travelers, Frontier is offering up to 50% off base fares across its network until May 10. EMPLOYEE SUPPORT Most major U.S. carriers are extending travel pass benefits and spare jump seats to Spirit pilots, flight attendants, and other employees who need to return home. They have also offered Spirit team members preferential employment interviews to ensure they jump the queue. Both American Airlines and United are creating microsites for Spirit employees looking to continue a career in aviation. Refresher on Compensation Rules: Per Spirit — the airline will automatically process refunds for any flight purchased through via credit card or debit card. Ticket holders can also: 1. Contact your credit card company: If you purchased your ticket with a credit card, you may be protected under the Fair Credit Billing Act. Contact your issuer to request a "chargeback" for services not rendered. 2. Check your travel insurance: If you have travel insurance, contact your provider to see if your policy covers “insolvency” or “service cessation.” 3. File a bankruptcy claim: You may file a formal "proof of claim" with the bankruptcy court. Please note that this process can take time and may only result in a partial refund.

If Spirit's shutdown affected your travel plans, we're here to help. We're offering reduced, nonrefundable rescue fares for the next five days across domestic routes (nonstop and one-stop via our hubs) and routes between the U.S. & Latin America. Learn more: dl.aero/6010vJskE

@Stagecoach @redferrin @amazonmusic @PrimeVideo @Twitch @Stagecoach why’s it been paused for 10 min now?

Just like @redferrin Watch the @amazonmusic livestream, only on @PrimeVideo and @Twitch. music.amazon.com/live/events/L7…

Is it legal to have non-DHS employees working #TSA security? A woman at #ATL #airport pushing the bins into the scanner was wearing a safety vest as if she came off the tarmac. She told a man to tsk off his blazer and when he pushed back, she said “that’s just what I was told.”

When you love music and hate politics #SuperBowl

#FBILosAngeles along with the @USAO_LosAngeles and other state & local agencies announced the creation of a Federal Animal Abuse Task Force. The FAATF will focus on enforcing the federal Preventing Animal Cruelty and Torture (PACT) Act. Details: ow.ly/eYy150WRtpe

Uncovering the truth. Exposing corruption. Finding solutions. UNCOVERED, an hour-long weekly investigative show by Atlanta News First Investigates, will air Sundays at 7pm. It all starts August 17 @ATLNewsFirst @AndyPierrotti @StassiOlmos @CiaraCummingsTV @HarrySamler

A great example of a scary looking, albeit harmless cloud that we in the business call Scud. Storms are still out there though, so stay weather aware through the night!

This HOA story has people fired up! Get the latest @ATLNewsFirst investigations by subscribing to our weekly newsletter: atlantanewsfirst.com/newsletter/ HOA Story: shorturl.at/54oZx

Live updates: Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs trial opening statements cnn.com/entertainment/…

An incredible investigation into international criminals hacking logistics systems and stealing merchandise from cargo trucks across the US

Bryce Harper on the influx of talent that the Dodgers get year in and out: “I feel like only losers complain about what they are doing.”

⚠️Outbreak of tornadoes and severe thunderstorms expected today and tonight. LOCATIONS Eastern Arkansas Western Tennessee Southeast Missouri Western Kentucky Southern Illinois Northwest Mississippi Southern Indiana HAZARDS -Numerous tornadoes, several intense and long track -Scattered damaging winds, some hurricane force -Scattered large hail, some baseball size HOW TO PREPARE -Have a severe weather safety plan. -Know how to quickly get to a sturdy structure if a warning is issued - ideally in a basement, shelter, or interior room on the lowest floor. -Stay tuned to radio, weather.gov, or other media for watches and warnings.

Suspects accused in Super Bowl reporter's death allegedly behind yearslong scheme abc7.com/post/suspects-…

With multiple hazards possible at the same time this weekend, we wanted to share this infographic with you. #gawx

UPDATED STORM TIMELINE: Saturday afternoon looks mainly dry, but you need to be on high alert after 7pm as the main line moves in Saturday evening. Damaging winds and tornadoes are likely.

Disappointed the Rays aren't following through with stadium plans in St Pete. The goal has always been to keep the team in Tampa Bay. The City, Tampa Sports Authority & County are happy to talk with the team again, but any proposal has to make sense for our taxpayers & community.

SO calm and professional! @BrooksWeather

⚠️The threat for severe weather is increasing for this weekend as a strong system approaches the area. Details remain uncertain, but if the ingredients align there will be potential for tornadoes, hail, and damaging winds. Stay tuned for updates as we move through the week! #gawx