Fan walks planned for Spain vs. Cabo Verde
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Spain and Cabo Verde will meet at noon in the city's first-ever FIFA World Cup match, marking the beginning of Atlanta's role as one of the tournament's host cities. Fans of both teams will be marching to the stadium starting at about 9:30 a.m. 

Iran's first match today in World Cup
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Iran's first match is happening later today against New Zealand in Los Angeles. Rebekah Castor reporting from LA. 

World Cup Atlanta: Heading downtown? Here's what you need to know

Officials are urging visitors to arrive early, with the heaviest traffic expected between 10 a.m. and noon before kickoff.

Heading downtown? Here's what you need to know
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If you're planning to attend Monday's Spain-Cabo Verde match or visit downtown Atlanta for World Cup festivities, officials are urging fans to arrive early and leave extra time for travel.

Spain, Cabo Verde fans pack Atlanta ahead of Monday matchup

A premature weather closure did little to damp the spirits of thousands of international soccer fans who flooded downtown Atlanta on Sunday ahead of a historic matchup between Spain and Cabo Verde.

Father gets consecutive life sentences for murder, child assault

A Loganville man will spend the rest of his life behind bars after a Gwinnett County jury convicted him of murder, rape, and years of horrific child abuse that ultimately led to the death of his 10-year-old daughter, according to prosecutors.

Retired Atlanta police officer found dead, family says
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A retired Atlanta police officer who was still actively serving as a campus law enforcement officer was found dead outside a home Saturday morning, sparking a Clayton County investigation after relatives discovered blood inside the house.  

Atlanta FIFA Fan Festival wraps early due to rain
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Thousands of soccer fans packed the FIFA Fan Festival downtown on Sunday ahead of Monday's highly anticipated World Cup match between Spain and Cabo Verde, though severe weather cut the celebrations short.

Atlanta police investigate fatal shooting on Fayetteville Road SE

A man died at a local hospital early Sunday morning after police found him suffering from multiple gunshot wounds in a vacant lot, according to authorities.

North Georgia weather: Rain clears out of metro Atlanta

A fast-moving cold front is pushing through the region, threatening north and eastern Georgia with scattered to widespread severe storms late Sunday afternoon and into the evening.

Atlanta police search for suspects after 12-year-old shot

A 12-year-old boy is recovering in the hospital after being caught in the crossfire of an apparent drive-by shooting Friday evening in Atlanta, according to police.

Family seeks answers after retired Atlanta police officer found dead

A retired Atlanta police officer who was still serving as an active university officer was found dead in his own driveway Saturday morning, prompting a Clayton County death investigation after relatives discovered blood inside the house.

Nonprofit provides sensory relief at Atlanta FIFA Fan Festival

Tens of thousands of soccer fans are packing Centennial Olympic Park for the FIFA Fan Festival, and a national nonprofit is working to ensure the massive downtown Atlanta event stays inclusive for everyone.

Sensory oasis helps handle massive FIFA crowds
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The roaring energy of the FIFA Fan Festival completely consumed downtown Atlanta this weekend, but a specialized sanctuary on wheels is ensuring the massive soccer celebration remains safe and accessible for families dealing with sensory overload.  

Gov. Brian Kemp endorses Burt Jones for Georgia governor race

Gov. Brian Kemp threw his full support behind Lt. Gov. Burt Jones on Sunday, officially endorsing his longtime ally to become the 84th governor of Georgia.

Investigation ongoing after man found dead in driveway
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A retired Atlanta police officer who was still serving as an active reserve officer in South Georgia was found dead in his own driveway Saturday morning, prompting a massive Clayton County death investigation after relatives discovered blood inside the house.

US-Iran war ends: How peace deal impacts Strait of Hormuz, nuclear program

The United States and Iran officially reached a peace accord on Sunday and all military operations between the two nations will end immediately.

MARTA train death: Man hit while trying to climb back onto platform

A man trying to pull himself out of a transit trackway died Saturday morning after an oncoming MARTA train struck him at the Civic Center Station, according to transit officials.

Missing swimmer recovered after drowning in Lake Lanier

A 21-year-old Pendergrass man died Saturday after going underwater while swimming with friends in Lake Lanier, according to authorities.