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Atlanta charts high on list of cities best suited for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Only Seattle is better equipped in U.S. for global soccer fan experience, according to Action Network analysis

May 29, 2026 by Josh Green

MARTA's glorious free-rides period is coming to an end

New tap-to-ride fare gates will close, requiring paid rides at most points of entry, starting Saturday

May 29, 2026 by Josh Green

Letter to Editor: Days from World Cup, downtown still an 'embarrassment'

Downtown resident: "We need urgency, investment, leadership, and a refusal to accept mediocrity"

May 26, 2026 by Josh Green

Before/after: South Downtown parking lot reborn as versatile park

Founders Green to function as social hub near wave of food-and-beverage offerings, new MARTA line

May 20, 2026 by Josh Green

Images: Downtown hotel tower wraps pre-FIFA World Cup overhaul

Upgraded JW Marriott Atlanta Downtown called “mindful, holistic” offering for “urban destination”

May 13, 2026 by Josh Green

Original Atlanta department store’s rebirth as apartments has arrived

The outlook on renting at South Downtown’s 85 Peachtree St. as wave of openings begins

May 7, 2026 by Josh Green

Plans clearer for Atlanta's World Cup Fan Fest, starting next month

Visiting options for Centennial Olympic Park soccer party to range from free to $10,000

May 5, 2026 by Josh Green

Centennial Yards bags iconic hotel brand for downtown mega-build

Virgin Hotels signed as key component of rising Entertainment District near Atlanta stadiums

April 23, 2026 by Josh Green

Images: Monumental new mural transforms former CNN Center wall

HENSE installation part of ongoing arts push at The CTR before 2026 FIFA World Cup

April 16, 2026 by Josh Green

As new system is implemented, MARTA faregates are open (for now)

Transit agency issues pointers for riding during better Breeze's tap-to-pay "transition period"

April 6, 2026 by Josh Green

Photos: Where historic South Downtown rebirth stands as World Cup nears

From barbecue to transit, plans call for a dozen key openings in coming weeks

March 27, 2026 by Josh Green

MARTA's upgraded tap-to-pay system goes live in days

New better Breeze fare collections called “especially convenient” for 2026 FIFA World Cup visitors; closures remain

March 20, 2026 by Josh Green

Images: Plans unveiled for ATL's World Cup celebrations, zones, more

Immersive FIFA Fan Festival™ set to overtake Centennial Olympic Park—for more than a month

March 13, 2026 by Josh Green

MARTA to World Cup attendees: Don’t try driving in Atlanta

Transit agency vows safety, smooth operations when planet’s largest sporting event kicks off in three months

March 12, 2026 by Josh Green

Cosm sets opening date as Centennial Yards centerpiece downtown

Third “immersive entertainment venue” in U.S. also reveals summer events lineup in former Gulch

March 4, 2026 by Josh Green

Officials: Downtown hotel overhaul to finish before FIFA World Cup

JW Marriott previews “complete transformation” of former W Atlanta – Downtown near Centennial Olympic Park

February 25, 2026 by Josh Green

In downtown Atlanta, ‘playful’ and ‘social’ hotel sets opening date

City’s latest Moxy-branded lodge to include Eggslut eatery, rooftop component called Jagger Suite

February 23, 2026 by Josh Green

Former CNN Center announces new tenant slate, reopening date, more

Atlanta’s largest bar, Mastro’s Ocean Club, Robert Montwaid food hall in offing, per owners CP Group

February 18, 2026 by Josh Green