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The FBI grounded more than a dozen recreational drones Thursday, the first day of the FIFA Fan Festival at Centennial Olympic Park in Atlanta. Here, FBI officials demonstrate a drone in May after announcing flight restrictions in Atlanta during the World Cup. (Akili-Casundria Ramsess for the AJC)

Drones are already flouting no-fly zones before Atlanta’s first World Cup game

Atlanta's FBI office grounded 13 drones — and confiscated three of them — on the eve of the city's first World Cup match, saying the aircraft could be used as a "weapon."

A new sphere, screening tech and parking: How the Atlanta airport has prepared for FIFA

These MARTA stations will have new faregates by the first World Cup match

Why Spain’s World Cup chances may rest on the shoulders of an 18-year-old star

Construction workers pour concrete into forms along Bishop Street near 17th Street in West Midtown Atlanta in 2024 as they work on a mixed-use project called UrbA ATL. Much has changed over the past 30 years in Atlanta, both the city and the region, in terms of size, diversity, and population. (John Spink/AJC 2024)

From the Olympics to World Cup, here’s how Atlanta changed over 30 years

Big Boi plays to his hometown crowd at Decatur WatchFest '26 on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at Decatur Square. (Ryan Fleisher for the AJC)

Big Boi and Summer Walker kick off Atlanta’s World Cup celebrations

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PHOTOS: Big Boi performs at Decatur WatchFest '26

Big Boi and Sleepy Brown perform at Decatur Watchfest '26 at Decatur Square on Thursday, June 11, 2026. The monthlong festival coincides with the FIFA World Cup in Atlanta.

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Cape Verde ‘Blue Sharks’ come to Atlanta as ultimate World Cup underdogs

Small western Africa nation will face Spain in its first tournament appearance.

Atlanta’s famed nightlife scene gets ready to entertain World Cup revelers

Atlanta’s nightlife reputation is renowned. The World Cup is its next stage.

MARTA is safe and ready for the World Cup, chief says

MARTA is ‘a safe system,’ board chairperson says

Atlanta MARTA leaders say the system is safe despite violent incidents and a federal investigation as the city prepares for World Cup visitors.

PHOTOS: FIFA Fan Fest starts in downtown Atlanta

Soccer fans turn out for World Cup festivities at Centennial Olympic Park. Mexico faced South Afrida Thursday on the first day of FIFA World Cup action.

No timeline for new MARTA trains to enter service

New MARTA trains have no timeline to enter service, officials said Thursday. They're unlikely to be ready before the World Cup ends in July.

With ICE presence, some Atlanta-area communities won’t engage in World Cup

Immigrant communities balance the risk of potential Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids with opportunities to celebrate soccer at the highest level during the World Cup.

Atlanta Stadium gets ready for the World Cup

PHOTOS: Atlanta gets ready for its World Cup close-up

Atlanta is putting its best foot forward for the world and the World Cup.

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Can’t help but feel ambivalent about the World Cup in Atlanta

City boosters have planned to sell Atlanta to World Cup visitors from around the world. FIFA's high ticket prices could limit the tournament's impact.

Morocco loses star winger Ezzalzouli and Aguerd to injuries for World Cup

BASKING RIDGE, N.J. (AP) — Morocco replaced two injured players in its World Cup squad ahead of an opening game against Brazil, including star winger Abde Ezzalzouli....