Brooks Baptiste
Anchor
Atlanta News First
Brooks Baptiste is an anchor on the Atlanta News First Morning News that airs from 4:30-10 a.m. Monday through Friday on WANF and PeachtreeTV.
Brooks is known for bringing a fresh and engaging perspective to journalism with his passion for sharing community-focused and inspirational stories.
Before joining the ANF team in October 2021, he spent five years as a multimedia journalist and trending news anchor for the NBC and ABC affiliates in his hometown of Jacksonville, Florida.
During his time in the River City, Brooks launched "The Buzz," a franchise that gained millions of views through multiple platforms and sparked conversation around some of the day’s biggest stories. He also shined the spotlight on difference makers in communities that often lacked recognition.
Brooks enjoys calling Atlanta home. He loves connecting with new people, learning from their experiences, and sharing what he's learned through the stories he writes and tells.
Whenever Brooks isn’t on the air, you’ll likely find him out around the metro enjoying live music, trying a new restaurant, or relaxing by the pool.
Have a story idea? Brooks wants to hear from you. Email him at Brooks.Baptiste@wanf.com
LCW Props in Atlanta has become a go-to shop for filmmakers in the area since 2016.
Moods is known for its atmosphere fueled by music you can’t find everywhere. Throughout the store you’ll discover cubbyholes of vinyls and walls lined with CDs.
The community claimed hundreds of residents and was once all black, but through the years that changed drastically.
iHeart Media’s Jojo Alonso speaks with Atlanta News First Anchor Brooks Baptiste about the week’s top trending stories!
Brandon Beckham is the kicker for the Greater Atlanta Christian School football team, but was surprised after randomly felt pain in his hip during a practice his freshman year.
The burger gets its name from the Candler Hotel, which once was Atlanta’s tallest building when it was constructed in 1906.
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis is calling South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham (R) “crucial” to her investigation into alleged efforts to meddle in Georgia’s 2020 presidential election.
Fulton County wants to hire more than 2,000 poll workers before early voting begins in October.
We are just over two months away from the November midterm elections and two U.S. Senate nominees are on the same campaign trail.
Marlon Wayans visited CBS 46 to talk about his love for Metro Atlanta, his illustrious career and his upcoming stand-up show at Center Stage.
Brooks Baptiste talked to director Bill Vanderkloot about his experience working in Atlanta’s film industry.
Brooks Baptiste talked to Will Adamek of Atlanta Craft Services to find out how Atlanta’s booming film industry is positively affecting the catering business.
With so many TV shows and movies filmed in Georgia, there’s a growing number of opportunities for you to land a spot on the big screen — as an extra.
As Atlanta grows into its role as “Hollywood of the South,” the Mayor’s Office of Film and Entertainment manages filming permits for locations around the city.
Big Slim, a cast member for College Hill: Celebrity Edition tells CBS46’s Brooks Baptiste it’s never to late to focus on higher education.
The studio is for ages seven and up. Peters says some members of his most advanced group have performed with Atlanta rapper 2 Chainz, Beyoncé, Jennifer Lopez, Madonna, and Janet Jackson.
CBS46 gets an inside look of the historic Candler Hotel in Atlanta.
Mike Jordan weighs in on the city's most charming and stylish hotels by neighborhood.
Kay Jackson, founder of The Random Whine says found her love for wine when facing one of her biggest battles in life.
Atlanta’s iHeartMedia Power 96.1 has announced the latest artists to join its lineup for the first-ever Summer Ball music event at the Ameris Bank Amphitheater.
"Your Presence Is A Gift" recently scored No. 1 on the Billboard Gospel Airplay Charts.
Herb’N Eden, a natural bath and beauty company, has received $1.2M in funding to go toward business development.
Local Atlanta bakery, Simone’s Sweet Treasures, joined CBS46 to talk about why everything is better with a cherry on top.
The weekend experience will allow like-minded couples to connect, learn and grow in unity.
CBS46’s Brooks Baptiste talks with JoMarie Payton, the voice of Sugar Mama.
Hosea Helps will provide free food, MARTA cards, PPE supplies and communion to families on a first come, first served basis.
94.9FM The Bull’s Kristen Gates talks with CBS46′s Brooks Baptiste about the biggest moments.
& Cheese ATL stopped by the CBS46 studio on National Grilled Cheese Day to highlight it’s gourmet sandwiches.
After taking two years off because of the pandemic, Atlanta’s own UniverSoul Circus is returning to Old Turner Field in April.
The Transportation Security Administration at Hartsfield-Jackson International sees a steady flow of passengers over the weekend.
One person is dead after a shooting overnight near popular bars in Buckhead.
Nearly 80 percent of people admitted to committing an act of road rage in the past year, according to recent data from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety.
Entertainment expert, Josh McBride spoke to CBS46’s Brooks Baptiste about the chances of Will Smith losing his Oscar after Sunday night’s fallout.
Customers can get a small vanilla cone, while supplies last.
CBS46's Brooks Baptiste talks with Siesta Key's Juliette Porter about season 5.
#BoycottCocaCola topped Twitter and Facebook feeds over the weekend, as pressure grows for the company to cease operations in Russia.
Since 2018, CBS has distributed more than 55,000 books to kids across Metro Atlanta. And with some kids falling behind in literacy, because of the pandemic, the initiative is more critical now than ever before.
Black Americans have worked for centuries to close the wealth gap partially formed by racial discrimination. But some recent data shows the U.S. continues to grow more unequal.
You’ll probably never look at condiments the same, thanks to a viral video revealing Atlanta-based Waffle House’s secret plate-marking system for keeping track of your order.
Lemons founded Higher Calling, an energetic community choir made up of nearly 100 voices, in 1996. He says he’s seen the industry evolve through the years.
Fans are being urged to donate $5 to an animal shelter of their choice in Betty White's honor on January 17, which would have been her 100th birthday.
Christmas came early for a metro Atlanta waitress thanks to generous strangers on social media. Jazmine Castillo says she was left speechless after a customer’s Facebook post led to thousands of dollars in deposits through Cash App last Thursday.
About 25% of students believe the average U.S. worker made six figures. That number is closer to $51K, according to recent data.
The report from Redfin suggests Atlanta is the 10th most popular migration destination, becoming one of many cities facing a surge in prices for goods and services. CBS46's Brooks Baptiste explains.
In an industry that has always been at the mercy of Mother Nature, farming requires dedication to overcome obstacle after obstacle. But some Black farmers are hoping the old scars will come with new promises.
There’s no denying Atlanta has birthed many of the gospel music industry’s heavyweights.
In an industry that has always been at the mercy of Mother Nature, farming requires dedication to overcome obstacle after obstacle. But some Black farmers are hoping the old scars will come with new promises.
