Will FIFA World Cup 2026 be transformative for soccer in the USA?
With the FIFA World Cup returning to cities in the U.S. in 2026, many wonder if soccer is ready to break into mainstream popularity in the nation. Will the sport finally blossom nationwide after years of consistent growth? What do you think?
Falcons 'pressure players' making an impact in preseason
While some fans might think they’re not seeing a lot of players on a Friday night that they’ll see on Sundays, many defensive linemen and edge rushers who impacted the first preseason game hope to be factors for the Falcons' defense in the regular season.
Michigan sign-stealing scandal: NCAA fines university, suspends Sherrone Moore
The NCAA has imposed discipline for Michigan Wolverines including fines and suspensions related to a sign-stealing scandal involving former team staffer Connor Stalions.
Hayley McNeff, champion bodybuilder and life coach, dead at 37
McNeff’s death was described as "unexpected but peaceful."
Hawks livestreaming ahead of schedule release from State Farm Arena
The Atlanta Hawks are breaking new ground in the NBA with a first-of-its-kind 24-hour schedule release livestream from inside State Farm Arena.
Pohlad family will remain Minnesota Twins owners, add 2 limited partners
After considering offers to sell the team in recent months, the Pohlad family said in a statement on Tuesday they will remain the owners of the Minnesota Twins.
UGA Coach Kirby Smart admits to using someone else's name at Chick-fil-A
University of Georgia head football coach Kirby Smart says he’s learned a few tricks to avoid being recognized in public — even in his own state.
Falcons preparing for next preseason game
We're less than a week away from the Falcons taking on the Titans at Mercedes-Benz Stadium and the team is hard at work at Flowery Branch. Brandon Ruth, the Falcons senior director of operations, sat down with Natalie McCann and Kelly Price to talk about the team's preparations.
UFC-Paramount deal: No more pay-per-view, all fights on Paramount+, what to know
UFC’s U.S. fans will no longer have to pay $80 per fight under a new $7.7 billion deal with Paramount+, but they’ll need a subscription to the streaming service.
Winning weekend for Atlanta Braves, Atlanta Dream
Braves open a three-game series against the Mets after taking four of five games from the Marlins, their first series win since June.
2 boxers die from brain injuries after fights in Japan
Two Japanese boxers have died from brain injuries sustained in separate bouts on the same card at Tokyo’s Korakuen Hall.
Jen Pawol makes history as 1st woman to umpire MLB regular-season game
Jen Pawol made history as the first woman to umpire a regular-season MLB game, debuting at first base in a Braves-Marlins doubleheader.
Lions' Morice Norris Jr. in stable condition after horrifying injury
In their second pre-season game of the year, the Detroit Lions took on the Atlanta Falcons, which ended in a heartbreaking injury.
Falcons vs. Lions preview: Preseason kickoff at Mercedes-Benz Stadium
The Atlanta Falcons have made significant changes to their roster and coaching staff.



















