News 5 Cleveland
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132,221
Followers
3,549
Following
262,264
Tweets
9.1
Avg Engagement
1,597
Listed
Yes
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @WEWS's Twitter/X presence across multiple dimensions. We analyze tweet content, engagement patterns, audience demographics, posting habits, and network connections to provide actionable insights about this account's social media strategy and influence.
Account Classification
- Account Size: Macro Influencer (100K+)
- Account Age:2008-10-07
- Verification:Yes
- Location:Cleveland, Ohio
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,242
- Avg Likes per Tweet:4.2
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:4.9
- Followers Analyzed:50,000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,242 tweetsThe account has an average of 336 likes and 84 retweets per tweet, indicating moderate engagement. The verified status is low, suggesting a mix of personal and organizational followers.
4.2
Avg Likes/Tweet
4.9
Avg Retweets/Tweet
13,676
Total Likes
15,973
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
0
Median Likes
1
Median Retweets
6
75th Percentile
949
Top Tweet
0.07
Engagement per 1K Followers
Normalized influence metric
Viral Spikes
Engagement Pattern
Few posts get most engagement
Posting Behavior
Content style and format preferences
Mixed
Balanced content approach
61.6%
Original
0.8%
Replies
37.0%
Retweets
0.6%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
0.8%
With Media
74.4%
With Links
10.8%
With #Tags
42.2%
With @Mentions
2.6%
With Emojis
116
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Broadcast
Focuses on original content over replies
0.01
Reply/Original Ratio
0.02
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Somewhat Bursty
Occasional posting spikes
82.8%
Weekday Posts
17.2%
Weekend Posts
Top Hashtags
Most Mentioned
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Content Strategy Analysis
Based on 3,242 tweetsContent Type Distribution
Content Breakdown
What This Reveals About Their Strategy
This is a content-creator focused account that primarily shares original thoughts, ideas, and media. With original content dominating their feed, they position themselves as a source of new information rather than a curator. This strategy works well for establishing thought leadership.
The 1,201 retweets (37% of activity) show they also amplify content from others, which helps build relationships with other accounts and provides value to followers by surfacing relevant content.
Posting Patterns & Optimal Timing
Based on 3,242 tweetsEngagement by Hour (UTC)
Posting Frequency Over Time
Timing Insights
Understanding when an account posts and when their audience is most responsive provides valuable competitive intelligence. The charts above show when this account's content receives the most engagement, which often correlates with when their specific audience is most active on the platform.
Peak posting times vary significantly based on an account's audience demographics, timezone distribution, and content type. Accounts with global audiences often see engagement spread across multiple time windows, while those with regional focus may have more concentrated peaks.
Audience Demographics
Based on 50,000 followersThe primary audience is residents of Northeast Ohio, particularly those interested in local news and community issues. The account also attracts individuals seeking real-time updates on significant events.
Average
Audience Quality
30.9%
Suspicion Index
43.8%
Low-Quality %
9
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
54.1%
Empty Bio
43.9%
<10 Tweets
7.4%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
60.5%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
88.6%
No URL
33.6%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
36,448,016
Total Potential Reach
9
Median Follower Reach
67
75th Percentile Reach
3.9%
>1K followers
0.5%
>10K followers
0.1%
>50K followers
0.1%
>100K followers
Creator vs Consumer Split
Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).
36.0%
Creators
18,005 accounts
20.0%
Consumers
10,023 accounts
43.9%
Dormant
21,972 accounts
Follower Influence Distribution
How many followers do their followers have?
Follower Account Age
How long have followers been on Twitter?
Geographic Distribution
Top locations where followers are based (from those who share location data):
358
Verified Followers
0.35% of total
11,670
Protected Accounts
11.56% of total
7 years
Avg Account Age
of their followers
Notable Followers (By Influence)
Top accounts following this user, sorted by their follower count:
| Username | Followers | Profession | Interests |
|---|---|---|---|
| @JohnCena | 14,101,645 | Wrestler | Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion |
| @Ginger_Zee | 2,268,469 | Meteorologist | Weather, Climate, Author |
| @6BillionPeople | 2,033,145 | - | - |
| @Browns | 1,589,723 | Sports Team | Football, Cleveland, Sports |
| @soledadobrien | 1,317,925 | Journalist | working, mom, journalist |
| @ABC7 | 1,253,580 | News Reporter | News, Southern California, #abc7eyewitness |
| @LILBTHEBASEDGOD | 1,247,176 | Rapper | Music, Writing, Film |
| @funder | 1,107,756 | Journalist | Politics, Journalism, Music |
| @CSuiteConfess | 1,001,424 | Executive Coach | #MeToo, Executives, Navigating |
| @ZachBoychuk | 828,639 | Hockey Player | Hockey, Meme/NFT Trading, Ethereum |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
43,404
Followers With Bio
57,589
Followers Without Bio
42.98%
% With Bio
57.02%
% Without Bio
Why Audience Demographics Matter
Understanding who follows an account reveals the type of influence they hold. Accounts followed primarily by users with few followers indicate broad, mainstream appeal. Those with many high-follower followers have greater potential for content amplification through secondary sharing.
Account age distribution also tells a story: a follower base with many new accounts might indicate recent viral growth, while established followers suggest long-term, stable influence. Geographic data helps understand the cultural context and timezone spread of the audience.
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Top 5 by likes+RTs from 3,242 analyzed3,879
Combined Engagement
1,630
Total Likes
2,249
Total Retweets
776
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
20%
With Hashtags
40%
With @Mentions
60%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
RT @Browns: We are deeply saddened by the passing of former Browns DE Chris Smith. Chris was one of the kindest people, teammates and fri…
UPDATE: A controlled release and burn of the chemicals in the derailed cars begins at 3:30pm. Anyone still in the red area FACES THE GRAVE DANGER OF DEATH. Those in the orange area face long-term injury. PLEASE ENSURE ANYONE YOU KNOW HERE HAS EVACUATED. https://t.co/zb5Oe2pYcd h
Many of Ohio's K-12 students are going hungry. After being turned away due to debt, some stop coming to the lunch room. Universal school lunch and breakfast is supported by a majority of Ohioans, and advocates are calling on lawmakers to act. https://t.co/t9RdT2mHNq
RT @joedonatelli: OK, let's do this again. We reported from #EastPalestine yesterday, and we’ll be doing more today. Brief aside: I keep he…
👏👏👏 https://t.co/mUVgn5JjYH
Key Insights & Takeaways
The account frequently highlights local community issues and social challenges. It shares updates on critical events such as chemical releases and public safety concerns. The use of emojis and direct links suggests an effort to engage and inform the audience effectively.
Strengths
- + Established follower base of 132,221
- + Strong original content creation
- + Active presence with consistent posting
Opportunities
- ~ Optimize posting times for peak engagement windows
- ~ Analyze top-performing content for replicable patterns
- ~ Leverage geographic concentration for targeted content
- ~ Explore collaboration potential with followed accounts
Summary
This analysis of @WEWS reveals an growing Twitter presence with 132,221 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 9.1 engagements per tweet. Key strengths include consistent posting and an engaged audience, with opportunities to further optimize timing and content strategy based on the patterns identified in this report.
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