Atlanta

Hundreds of soccer fans gather at Decatur Watchfest for World Cup

June 26, 2026 10:37pm EDT

The FIFA World Cup 2026 excitement packed Decatur Square as hundreds of fans gathered at Decatur Watchfest for a multi-match viewing party.

Joystick Gamebar sets final day of service on Edgewood Avenue

June 26, 2026 8:24pm EDT

Joystick Gamebar is moving away from its long-time home on Edgewood Avenue in Atlanta after operating there for nearly 14 years.

Motorcyclist killed in high-speed crash on I-20 in Atlanta

June 26, 2026 12:48pm EDT

A motorcyclist was killed Friday in a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 20 eastbound near McDaniel Street, according to the Atlanta Police Department.

World Cup Atlanta deliveries screened with high-tech security

June 26, 2026 12:24pm EDT

As Atlanta prepares to host its fifth FIFA World Cup match, federal officials are using multiple layers of security to screen every delivery entering Atlanta Stadium.

DR Congo, Uzbekistan meet in Atlanta World Cup match Saturday

June 26, 2026 10:14am EDT

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

Atlanta airport expects 4M July 4 travelers this year

June 26, 2026 7:38am EDT

The Independence Day travel rush is underway at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, where officials expect more than 4 million passengers to pass through the world's busiest airport.

Metro Atlanta weekend weather: Triple-digit heat index expected

June 26, 2026 6:50am EDT

Hot and humid conditions will dominate the weekend, with heat index values reaching the triple digits.

Train crashes into semi-truck in southwest Atlanta early Friday

June 26, 2026 5:47am EDT

A CSX train collided with a semi-truck in southwest Atlanta early Friday, sparking a fire that engulfed the truck's cab.

Man suspected of shoplifting pulls gun on Buckhead store clerk

June 25, 2026 9:53pm EDT

Atlanta police are looking for a man who pulled a gun during an Atlanta armed robbery at a business on East Paces Ferry Road NE.

Felon faces life in federal prison in 2025 Atlanta homeless camp shooting

June 25, 2026 8:09pm EDT

Alexander Wood faces a federal firearm charge in Atlanta after allegedly shooting at a homeless encampment and running from police.

How an Atlanta man went from prison cell to transportation CEO

June 25, 2026 6:25pm EDT

An Atlanta native who completely turned his life around after serving prison time is now operating his own golf cart business to shuttle soccer fans.

Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | June 26-28, 2026

June 25, 2026 11:03am EDT

From World Cup watch parties and community festivals to live music, theater, rare plant shopping and family-friendly fun, there's no shortage of events happening this weekend across metro Atlanta.

Three Georgia ZIP codes rank among most stressful for parents

June 25, 2026 10:08am EDT

Three metro Atlanta ZIP codes ranked among the nation's most stressful for parents.

Atlanta Pride announces 2026 festival theme

June 25, 2026 10:02am EDT

Atlanta Pride organizers have announced the official theme for this year's Pride Festival and Parade, which will take place Oct. 11-12.

Bank co-founded by Bernice King launches program for moms

June 25, 2026 9:57am EDT

Redemption Bank has launched a new debit card program to support low-income mothers in Georgia.

World Cup Atlanta: Team USA vs. Türkiye, day added to fan fest

June 25, 2026 7:50am EDT

Atlanta's FIFA Fan Festival is opening for an additional day Thursday as thousands of fans are expected to gather at Centennial Olympic Park to watch Team USA take on Türkiye.