Falcons debut bold new eats at Mercedes-Benz Stadium | In the Nest
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Mercedes-Benz Stadium?s executive chef rolled out a new season of creative game-day eats on Rise Up Tonight, from a torch-flamed tomahawk cart and fiery ?Dirty Bird Dust? wings to Freddy Falcon?s signature burger, vegan smokehouse sausage, and shareable showstoppers like three-foot pizzas and ATL crab fries. Fans can also try chicken-and-waffle tacos, barbecue pork burn-in mac, and Hennessy peach beignets ? all under the stadium?s fan-friendly pricing.

Bijan Robinson leads literacy push for APS students | Rise up for ATL
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Bijan Robinson is tackling literacy off the field, teaming up with Scholastic and Mercedes-Benz to deliver nearly 8,000 Atlanta students a ?Bijan Reads? kit filled with books and supplies. He also led a live read-aloud with the Alliance Theater, stressing that helping kids read is bigger than football.

Falcons share best gifts in Question of the Week
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Falcons players shared their most memorable gifts in this week?s segment, from childhood skateboards and Xbox consoles to a hibachi night, a new Bronco, and even ?the gift of life.? Bijan Robinson lit up recalling the Xbox 360 his mom gave him, while Billy Bowman?s heartfelt answer stole the show.

Bates shines, Bijan named best dressed by Falcons | Walkin' In
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This week’s Falcons fashion spotlight featured Jesse Bates III’s silky set, a Peachtree City kicker in a custom Braves jersey after a rough outing, and Bijan Robinson landing on the best-dressed list fresh off being praised by Coach Raheem Morris as the NFL’s best player.

Atlanta United unveils new soccer field in McDonough

Atlanta United is helping expand access to soccer across metro Atlanta with a new mini pitch in McDonough.

Atlanta Hawks' Trae Young hosts free camp for Atlanta youth

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young spent time off the court this week mentoring kids at a local Boys & Girls Club.

Robot umpires coming to MLB in 2026 under new challenge system

Major League Baseball will introduce robot umpires in 2026 after its competition committee approved the Automated Ball-Strike System.

Here's how many Americans say they'll go into debt for football

Many Americans will spend money on football this season, and here's how many say they will be going into debt over it.

Falcons plan to stick with Michael Penix Jr. at QB despite 30-0 loss to Panthers

When asked if Kirk Cousins would be able to compete for a starting job leading up to next Sunday’s game against Washington, coach Raheem Morris said, “no.”

Georgia teenager makes USA Karate history

A Georgia teenager is making history as the first male wheelchair athlete named to the U.S. Para Karate Team.

Rabun County retires Stockton's jersey
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It was a memorable moment in Tiger, Georgia. Stockton, the starting quarterback at UGA, takes immense pride in his hometown, and it's clear that the sentiment is mutual. Gunner is in his first full season as Georgia's starting quarterback... Athens is wonderful, but nothing quite matches the feeling of being home.

Parkview High School Band practice ahead of big game
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High 5 Sport's Call of the Week is at Parkview which is hosting North Gwinnett. Here's a preview of the game.

Falcons show off bold game-day looks | Walkin' In
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Falcons players turned heads with their game-day fashion in this week’s “Walkin’ In.” From cowboy-inspired denim to Darth Vader-style lighting, standout looks included Michael Penix’s bold entrance, Elijah Wilkinson’s maroon suit for the Vikings trip, and Chris Lindstrom’s signature gray suit. Running backs Tyler Allgeier and Nathan Carter even matched outfits, sparking Spider-Man meme comparisons.

Atlanta?s first women?s sports bar builds community | In The Nest
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?In the Nest? took viewers inside Jolene Jolene, Atlanta?s first women?s sports bar founded by Chelsea Fishman. What began as pop-up watch parties has grown into a permanent home where fans gather to cheer on the WNBA, Atlanta Dream, and even quirky events like corgi races. Fishman says the goal is to create a welcoming space that celebrates women?s sports while uniting all sports fans.

Falcons reveal guilty pleasures from pizza to Xbox | Question of the Week
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Falcons players opened up about their guilty pleasures in this week?s segment, from late-night ice cream and sour gummies to cr?me br?l?e, pizza, and marathon Xbox sessions. Some confessed they overindulge to the point of regret, while others said a sweet treat or gaming is their way to unwind.

Falcons players fish, play games with local kids | Rise Up For Atlanta
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Atlanta Falcons players Brooks D. Alfred and Zach Harrison spent time at Eagle Ranch in Flowery Branch, a Christ-centered nonprofit, where about 30 kids joined them for fishing, dodgeball, photos, and autographs. The players said giving back each week is about more than football, while kids shared how much the visit meant to them.