Former NFL star Chris Johnson says he's been diagnosed with ALS

Ex-NFL star Chris Johnson, the 2009 Offensive Player of the Year, said he started noticing weakness in his right hand before the disease accelerated.

Rome Emperors baseball star nears historic 20-30 record

Atlanta Braves top prospect Eric Hartman is climbing Minor League Baseball rankings while chasing a historic 20-30 season in Rome.

Rome outfield prospect hits 19th home run
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Atlanta Braves outfield prospect Eric Hartman is closing in on a historic 20-30 home run and stolen base milestone with the Rome Emperors, according to team data.

Former NBA player Malik Beasley indicted in sports betting scheme

A federal indictment unsealed Monday charges six people, including former NBA player and Atlanta native Malik Beasley, in a major sports bribery and wire fraud scheme.

World Cup Atlanta: What's happening week of June 29, 2026

The FIFA World Cup knockout stage is underway, and Atlanta is preparing to host one of the biggest matches of the Round of 32 this week.

Decatur WatchFest draws families and soccer fans to the square

The opening day of the World Cup knockout stage brought crowds and an economic surge to Decatur Square on Sunday as soccer fans gathered to watch international powerhouses collide.

DR Congo advances to knockouts after defeating Uzbekistan 3-1
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Atlanta is preparing as the city hosts its fifth FIFA World Cup match. The highly anticipated showdown brings together supporters from across the globe to watch the Democratic Republic of the Congo compete against Uzbekistan at Atlanta Stadium.

England clinches knockout match in Atlanta after group win

The English national soccer team is heading to Atlanta on Wednesday for a high-stakes knockout match after locking up the top spot in its World Cup group.

'The People's Game': Highlighting soccer and human rights
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Atlanta is getting a unique look at the world's most popular sport through a new soccer exhibition that explores the connections between soccer, culture, identity, and human rights. Our Maria Guzman speaks with the exhibit's curator, Daniel Fuller, to learn more. You can see The People's Game at the National Center for Civil and Human Rights in Atlanta.

DR Congo, Uzbekistan meet in Atlanta World Cup match Saturday

Atlanta’s final FIFA World Cup group-stage match is set for Saturday night, with DR Congo and Uzbekistan facing off at Atlanta Stadium.

Detroit Lions player arrested in connection to violent Tampa armed robbery, kidnapping

Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold has been arrested four months after a Tampa armed robbery and kidnapping linked to an Airbnb the player rented in Largo. 

NCAA approves 5-for-5 eligibility model for Division I athletes

The NCAA approved a new Division I eligibility model that will allow athletes to compete in five seasons over a five-year period.

Team USA getting ready for Thursday match
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Team USA is getting ready for their Thursday night match against Turkiye. The match will be shown on FOX 5 Atlanta at 10 p.m. Also, the FIFA Fan Fest in downtown Atlanta has added an extra day so that fans can watch the big match.