Downtown fan festival draws huge crowds despite heat
The FIFA Fan Festival continues to draw passionate soccer crowds to downtown Atlanta despite extreme weather conditions, according to local tournament tracking.
The FIFA Fan Festival continues to draw passionate soccer crowds to downtown Atlanta despite extreme weather conditions, according to local tournament tracking.
Atlanta World Cup match ends in late comeback
England completed a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory against the Democratic Republic of the Congo after trailing for most of the match.
England completed a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory against the Democratic Republic of the Congo after trailing for most of the match.
LIVE BLOG: Severe storms threat weakens; extreme heat remains
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has also been issued for multiple counties in metro Atlanta and North Georgia. It is in effect until 9 p.m.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has also been issued for multiple counties in metro Atlanta and North Georgia. It is in effect until 9 p.m.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce will celebrate wedding at MSG, AP source reports
A source for The Associated Press is reporting that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce will celebrate their wedding at Madison Square Garden this Friday.
A source for The Associated Press is reporting that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce will celebrate their wedding at Madison Square Garden this Friday.
The Birds and the Bears: Bear gets physical with a bird feeder
Senoia Police are warning residents about bear sightings after a particular bear got physical with a bird feeder. We spoke to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources to find out if we are hearing more about bear sightings lately. Doug Evans has the story.
Senoia Police are warning residents about bear sightings after a particular bear got physical with a bird feeder. We spoke to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources to find out if we are hearing more about bear sightings lately. Doug Evans has the story.
4th of July events in metro Atlanta & North Georgia | July 2026
There are plenty of things to do this Fourth of July. Here's a quick guide of dining specials and exciting events in metro Atlanta and North Georgia!
There are plenty of things to do this Fourth of July. Here's a quick guide of dining specials and exciting events in metro Atlanta and North Georgia!
Walmart launches free Atlanta trade hub, boosts tech pay 40%
Walmart associates are receiving a major opportunity to increase pay through a new training hub out of the Tulsa Welding School in Decatur, Georgia.
Walmart associates are receiving a major opportunity to increase pay through a new training hub out of the Tulsa Welding School in Decatur, Georgia.
Metro Atlanta weather: Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued
The heat and humidity will send afternoon heat index values soaring well above 100 degrees across much of North Georgia.
The heat and humidity will send afternoon heat index values soaring well above 100 degrees across much of North Georgia.
Atlanta small businesses rally to support Venezuela
A week after two deadly earthquakes struck Venezuela, survivors are still being pulled from the rubble as the focus shifts to aid distribution and urgent medical care. Right here in the Atlanta area, Venezuelan businesses are rallying support and donations for earthquake victims. Our Maria Guzman is at Arepa Grill Kitchen & Wine in Roswell with more on their efforts. The Atlanta Braves are also matching donations to support Venezuela recovery efforts through July 12, 2026.
A week after two deadly earthquakes struck Venezuela, survivors are still being pulled from the rubble as the focus shifts to aid distribution and urgent medical care. Right here in the Atlanta area, Venezuelan businesses are rallying support and donations for earthquake victims. Our Maria Guzman is at Arepa Grill Kitchen & Wine in Roswell with more on their efforts. The Atlanta Braves are also matching donations to support Venezuela recovery efforts through July 12, 2026.
NFL's Calais Campbell's mother killed in Buckhead: 911 call released
Atlanta police released the 911 call and mug shot connected to the Buckhead homicide investigation involving the family of former Falcons player Calais Campbell.
Atlanta police released the 911 call and mug shot connected to the Buckhead homicide investigation involving the family of former Falcons player Calais Campbell.
Calais Campbell's mother: 911 call
Atlanta police have released the 911 call related to the death of former Atlanta Falcons player and NFL star Calais Campbell. She was killed on June 30 in a Buckhead home.
Atlanta police have released the 911 call related to the death of former Atlanta Falcons player and NFL star Calais Campbell. She was killed on June 30 in a Buckhead home.
Americans cutting corners for 4th of July travel
With the USA’s 250th around the corner, you might expect our country’s most patriotic landmarks to be among the top places Americans have visited, but you’d be wrong. We spoke to HotelTonight's Business Lead, Aleem Ahmed, about where Americans are headed this weekend.
With the USA’s 250th around the corner, you might expect our country’s most patriotic landmarks to be among the top places Americans have visited, but you’d be wrong. We spoke to HotelTonight's Business Lead, Aleem Ahmed, about where Americans are headed this weekend.
Empire State Building climbers: Who are the 'Skywalkers?'
The couple who climbed on top of the Empire State Building are known “rooftoppers," Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus.
The couple who climbed on top of the Empire State Building are known “rooftoppers," Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus.
GA Tech students build app to solve FIFA ticket price problem
With global demand remaining steady for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, fans are already facing steep competition, fluctuating prices, and increasing confusion around how to secure tickets. A team of Georgia Tech students is working to address those challenges with a new ticket-buying solution.
With global demand remaining steady for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, fans are already facing steep competition, fluctuating prices, and increasing confusion around how to secure tickets. A team of Georgia Tech students is working to address those challenges with a new ticket-buying solution.
Empire State Building climb: 2 in custody after raising flag in apparent proposal stunt
Two masked individuals are in custody after scaling to the top of the Empire State Building on Wednesday to unfurl a banner promoting world peace before an apparent proposal unfolded.
Two masked individuals are in custody after scaling to the top of the Empire State Building on Wednesday to unfurl a banner promoting world peace before an apparent proposal unfolded.
All eyes on DR Congo: Atlantucky's FIFA watch party
The Democratic Republic of Congo has named Atlantucky Brewing in Atlanta as the official headquarters for the World Cup Quarterfinal celebration. Our Chris Rosenthal joins the wrapped Congo fans as they take on England.
The Democratic Republic of Congo has named Atlantucky Brewing in Atlanta as the official headquarters for the World Cup Quarterfinal celebration. Our Chris Rosenthal joins the wrapped Congo fans as they take on England.
George Washington's secret request in the summer of 1776
We celebrate the history of the American flag in honor of America250. Betsy Ross risked imprisonment or execution by creating the first American flag in the summer of 1776. Under British rule, making the 13-star design was considered an act of treason.
We celebrate the history of the American flag in honor of America250. Betsy Ross risked imprisonment or execution by creating the first American flag in the summer of 1776. Under British rule, making the 13-star design was considered an act of treason.
Heavy police presence reported in Villa Rica neighborhood
Authorities are investigating an incident in a Villa Rica neighborhood that prompted a heavy police response Wednesday afternoon. FOX 5 Atlanta received reports from viewers around 12:14 p.m. about numerous law enforcement officers in the area of Jada Lane.
Authorities are investigating an incident in a Villa Rica neighborhood that prompted a heavy police response Wednesday afternoon. FOX 5 Atlanta received reports from viewers around 12:14 p.m. about numerous law enforcement officers in the area of Jada Lane.
Young fan excited to see big match at FIFA Fan Festival
FOX 5 Atlanta's Kevyn Stewart spoke to a young fan who described his excitement about attending the FIFA Fan Festival in downtown Atlanta.
FOX 5 Atlanta's Kevyn Stewart spoke to a young fan who described his excitement about attending the FIFA Fan Festival in downtown Atlanta.
Players warm up before World Cup Atlanta match
World Cup Atlanta is hosting a knockout match today between DR Congo and England. Players warmed up on the field before the match began at noon. FOX 5 Atlanta reporter Kelly Price reporting.
World Cup Atlanta is hosting a knockout match today between DR Congo and England. Players warmed up on the field before the match began at noon. FOX 5 Atlanta reporter Kelly Price reporting.