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Atlanta is included in 2031 Women’s World Cup bid
The bid book includes information on more than 35 cities, estimating 4.5 million fans and more than $4 billion in projected revenue.
How the draw will work for the 2026 World Cup
After the draw Friday, the schedule should come out within the next 24 hours, which is when Atlanta will learn which teams will play group-stage matches at Mercedes-Benz.
World Cup group matches I’d like to watch in Atlanta
There are certainly some exciting possible matches that Atlanta could host in the group stage of next year’s World Cup.
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Atlanta opens door on first modular rapid-housing for homeless residents
The first-of-its-kind development, Waterworks Village, overlooks the nearby reservoir. It's part of Mayor Andre Dickens' initiative to build 500 units of for the unhoused.
Local GOP sees ‘danger’ in a chaotic race to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene
Republican leaders in Georgia's 14th Congressional District worry a crowded field in a special election could give Democrats a chance to win.
Two centennials, one story: Delta and the Atlanta airport
Delta Air Lines and Hartsfield-Jackson both turn 100 this year, and you can’t tell the story of one without the other.
