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The World Cup is here. Here's how to plan your commute around the games

A new commute guide estimates the best and worst times to travel Downtown on match days.

Travel

With about 300,000 people expected to visit Atlanta for the city&#x27;s eight World Cup matches, you&#x27;ll want to avoid the accompanying traffic in and around Downtown over the next month.Why it matters: Dodging Atlanta traffic <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="is stressful" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/atlanta/2025/10/29/were-spending-more-time-stuck-in-traffic-in-atlanta" data-vars-content-id="772a249b-26c2-4c01-a7e8-c8fa2813c469" data-vars-headline="The World Cup is here. Here&#x27;s how to plan your commute around the games" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/atlanta/2025/10/29/were-spending-more-time-stuck-in-traffic-in-atlanta" target="_self">is stressful</a> on a normal day, and the World Cup will likely put even more strain on the region&#x27;s congested roads.

Where doulas are covered by Medicaid

More than half of U.S. states now reimburse for doula care under Medicaid.

Wellness Brief

More than half of U.S. states now reimburse for doula care under Medicaid — a dramatic shift from just a few years ago.By the numbers: 28 states and D.C. are actively reimbursing, according to the National Health Law Program. Before 2020, only Oregon and Minnesota did.

Atlanta's FIFA Fan Festival is open. Here's how to enjoy your experience

The FIFA Fan Festival in Atlanta includes places where you can grab food and drinks, listen to live entertainment and partake in activities.

Things to Do

Atlanta&#x27;s official gathering spot for FIFA World Cup 2026 opened Thursday, and thousands of people donning the jerseys of their favorite teams ventured to Centennial Olympic Park to kick off the opening ceremony.Why it matters: Thirty years ago, the city hosted the world at the same location where the 1996 Olympics were held in Atlanta. <ul><li>Now, Atlanta is among 16 cities across Canada, Mexico and the U.S. that are doing that exact same thing, Mayor Andre Dickens said.</li></ul>

Your guide to FIFA World Cup watch parties in metro Atlanta

You'll be hard-pressed to find an event that doesn't suit you over the next month.

The World Cup <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="has started" data-vars-click-url="https://www.fifa.com/en/tournaments/mens/worldcup/canadamexicousa2026" data-vars-content-id="3bfb71f1-9d36-4dc1-ae3a-65e679f9da5b" data-vars-headline="Your guide to FIFA World Cup watch parties in metro Atlanta" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.fifa.com/en/tournaments/mens/worldcup/canadamexicousa2026" target="_blank">has started</a>, and you&#x27;re probably thinking about gathering a few friends and checking out a watch party around town. Why it matters: This is a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="once-in-a-lifetime" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/atlanta/2026/06/10/atlanta-fifa-world-cup-readiness-marta" data-vars-content-id="3bfb71f1-9d36-4dc1-ae3a-65e679f9da5b" data-vars-headline="Your guide to FIFA World Cup watch parties in metro Atlanta" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/atlanta/2026/06/10/atlanta-fifa-world-cup-readiness-marta" target="_self">once-in-a-lifetime</a> event for Atlanta, so don&#x27;t shy away from immersing yourself in the experience — and watching your favorite teams compete for the FIFA World Cup <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="trophy" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/atlanta/2026/05/11/fifa-world-cup-trophy-tour-atlanta-mercedes-benz-stadium" data-vars-content-id="3bfb71f1-9d36-4dc1-ae3a-65e679f9da5b" data-vars-headline="Your guide to FIFA World Cup watch parties in metro Atlanta" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/atlanta/2026/05/11/fifa-world-cup-trophy-tour-atlanta-mercedes-benz-stadium" target="_self">trophy</a>.

"It's officially here, y'all": Atlanta says it's ready for World Cup

The first match in Atlanta will be at noon Monday between Spain and Cabo Verde.

News

Four years ago this month, Atlanta <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="was named one" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/atlanta/2022/06/16/fifa-chooses-atlantas-world-cup-bid" data-vars-content-id="bfad9ab3-cd2b-4baa-808f-47767fdaf684" data-vars-headline="&quot;It&#x27;s officially here, y&#x27;all&quot;: Atlanta says it&#x27;s ready for World Cup" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/atlanta/2022/06/16/fifa-chooses-atlantas-world-cup-bid" target="_self">was named one</a> of 16 cities across Canada, Mexico and the U.S. that would host 2026 FIFA World Cup games. Why it matters: After years of meetings, readiness exercises, drills, planning and training, all eyes will soon be on Atlanta when it hosts the first of eight matches that will be played at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Atlanta partners with Throne Labs to install public restrooms along Beltline

Restrooms have so far been installed at Cascade Springs Nature Preserve, Piedmont Park and Historic Fourth Ward Skatepark.

Health

Atlanta is partnering with a company to install public restrooms in several areas around the city.Why it matters: Nothing is more stressful than trying to enjoy an outing in Atlanta while mentally mapping out the nearest bathroom.

Council members blast delays in boil water advisory alerts

City officials said they plan to review communication gaps.

Atlanta City Council members pressed Mayor Andre Dickens&#x27; administration for communication breakdowns during a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="boil water advisory issued" data-vars-click-url="https://www.atlantaga.gov/government/mayor-s-office/executive-offices/office-of-communications/boil-water-advisory" data-vars-content-id="d0f89e57-902b-49a4-a78a-c2f2cb154375" data-vars-headline="Council members blast delays in boil water advisory alerts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.atlantaga.gov/government/mayor-s-office/executive-offices/office-of-communications/boil-water-advisory" target="_blank">boil water advisory issued</a> over the Memorial Day weekend.Why it matters: Amid the past week&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="rush-hour flood" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/atlanta/2026/05/21/atlanta-storms-flood-i-75-85" data-vars-content-id="d0f89e57-902b-49a4-a78a-c2f2cb154375" data-vars-headline="Council members blast delays in boil water advisory alerts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/atlanta/2026/05/21/atlanta-storms-flood-i-75-85" target="_self">rush-hour flood</a> on the Downtown Connector and a mammoth <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="fish kill" data-vars-click-url="https://chattahoochee.org/press-releases/drought-polluted-runoff-and-sewage-overflows-contribute-to-chattahoochee-river-fish-kill/" data-vars-content-id="d0f89e57-902b-49a4-a78a-c2f2cb154375" data-vars-headline="Council members blast delays in boil water advisory alerts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://chattahoochee.org/press-releases/drought-polluted-runoff-and-sewage-overflows-contribute-to-chattahoochee-river-fish-kill/" target="_blank">fish kill</a> on the Chattahoochee River, City Hall officials issued a boil water advisory that <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="didn&#x27;t land" data-vars-click-url="https://www.wsbtv.com/news/local/boil-water-advisory-issued-atlanta/G4MWX2ECFBDL5GT4JRNV4WHLVQ/" data-vars-content-id="d0f89e57-902b-49a4-a78a-c2f2cb154375" data-vars-headline="Council members blast delays in boil water advisory alerts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.wsbtv.com/news/local/boil-water-advisory-issued-atlanta/G4MWX2ECFBDL5GT4JRNV4WHLVQ/" target="_blank">didn&#x27;t land</a> on the radar of many residents.

I-285 in Atlanta closes this weekend. Here's how to get around it.

Weather permitting, I-285 will be closed between the Martin Luther King Jr. Drive (Exit 9) and Cascade Road (Exit 7) interchanges between Friday evening and Monday morning.

Transit

The Georgia Department of Transportation will shut down Interstate 285 on Atlanta&#x27;s west side this weekend as part of a project to rebuild that part of the highway.Why it matters: Closing a major interstate in a city that already suffers from <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="traffic congestion" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/atlanta/2025/10/29/were-spending-more-time-stuck-in-traffic-in-atlanta" data-vars-content-id="da8f7203-7c4b-4c0b-a38b-f346fb99e647" data-vars-headline="I-285 in Atlanta closes this weekend. Here&#x27;s how to get around it." data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/atlanta/2025/10/29/were-spending-more-time-stuck-in-traffic-in-atlanta" target="_self">traffic congestion</a> will make getting around even harder.

Emory monitors 2 cruise passengers linked to hantavirus outbreak

The Georgia Department of Public Health says there is no risk to the public.

Two passengers who were aboard the cruise ship MV Hondius at the center of a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="hantavirus outbreak" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/11/hantavirus-response-cdc-questioned" data-vars-content-id="00568331-113f-4dc8-9a53-262565c5dc05" data-vars-headline="Emory monitors 2 cruise passengers linked to hantavirus outbreak" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/11/hantavirus-response-cdc-questioned" target="_self">hantavirus outbreak</a> are being monitored at Emory University Hospital&#x27;s specialized biocontainment unit.Why it matters: Emory&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Serious Communicable Diseases Unit" data-vars-click-url="https://ebola.emory.edu/" data-vars-content-id="00568331-113f-4dc8-9a53-262565c5dc05" data-vars-headline="Emory monitors 2 cruise passengers linked to hantavirus outbreak" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://ebola.emory.edu/" target="_blank">Serious Communicable Diseases Unit</a> in Atlanta is among a few facilities in the U.S. that are equipped to treat patients with dangerous infectious diseases.

Ted Turner, CNN founder who reshaped Atlanta, dies

From 24-hour cable news to the Braves, Turner's empire reshaped Atlanta's economy, culture and identity.

Ted Turner, the CNN founder and philanthropist who turned Atlanta into a media powerhouse and whose swagger earned him the nickname &quot;the Mouth of the South,&quot; <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="has died" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/06/cnn-founder-cable-pioneer-ted-turner" data-vars-content-id="fd058e52-e584-4c41-88b4-7ec92b16990e" data-vars-headline="Ted Turner, CNN founder who reshaped Atlanta, dies" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/06/cnn-founder-cable-pioneer-ted-turner" target="_self">has died</a> at the age of 87.Driving the news: Turner Enterprises, which manages the cable-TV pioneer&#x27;s businesses and holdings, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="said" data-vars-click-url="https://www.tedturner.com/2026/05/philanthropist-environmentalist-and-cable-pioneer-ted-turner-passes-at-87/" data-vars-content-id="fd058e52-e584-4c41-88b4-7ec92b16990e" data-vars-headline="Ted Turner, CNN founder who reshaped Atlanta, dies" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.tedturner.com/2026/05/philanthropist-environmentalist-and-cable-pioneer-ted-turner-passes-at-87/" target="_blank">said</a> Turner on surrounded by family. A cause of death was not released, but Turner had been battling Lewy body dementia <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="since 2018" data-vars-click-url="https://www.cbsnews.com/news/ted-turner-reveals-hes-battling-lewy-body-dementia-in-exclusive-interview/" data-vars-content-id="fd058e52-e584-4c41-88b4-7ec92b16990e" data-vars-headline="Ted Turner, CNN founder who reshaped Atlanta, dies" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.cbsnews.com/news/ted-turner-reveals-hes-battling-lewy-body-dementia-in-exclusive-interview/" target="_blank">since 2018</a>.<ul><li>CNN <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="reported" data-vars-click-url="https://www.cnn.com/2025/01/06/us/ted-turner-cnn-founder-pneumonia/index.html" data-vars-content-id="fd058e52-e584-4c41-88b4-7ec92b16990e" data-vars-headline="Ted Turner, CNN founder who reshaped Atlanta, dies" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.cnn.com/2025/01/06/us/ted-turner-cnn-founder-pneumonia/index.html" target="_blank">reported</a> last year that Turner had been hospitalized due to pneumonia, but he was later moved to a rehabilitation facility where he recovered.</li></ul>

Atlanta remembers CNN founder Ted Turner

From the Braves to City Hall, leaders praised Turner's impact on Atlanta, media and sports.

Business

Atlanta leaders and organizations are reflecting on the life of Ted Turner, the founder of CNN <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="who died Wednesday" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/06/cnn-founder-cable-pioneer-ted-turner" data-vars-content-id="b41e3219-ca73-4efd-9918-a29e17e477d2" data-vars-headline="Atlanta remembers CNN founder Ted Turner" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/06/cnn-founder-cable-pioneer-ted-turner" target="_self">who died Wednesday</a> at the age of 87.Why it matters: Turner&#x27;s influence was felt not only in Atlanta, but across the country through sports, television, environmental advocacy and politics.

Great moments in Ted Turner history

He skippered a yacht, saved the American bison, picked up litter in Downtown Atlanta for fun, and so much more.

Ted Turner was many things: entrepreneur, environmentalist, media mogul, champion yachtsman, Downtown Atlanta champion, father and more.Catch up quick: With those different endeavors came memorable stories. Here are a few.

South View Cemetery wins Georgia Register of Historic Places designation

South View Cemetery was chartered in 1886 by nine Black businessmen and is now the resting place for more than 70,000 people on over 100 acres of land.

One of Atlanta&#x27;s most treasured cemeteries has been listed on the Georgia Register of Historic Places.Why it matters: The state recognition positions South View Cemetery on the path to receive recognition from the National Register of Historic Places.<ul><li>If approved, it would join Atlanta&#x27;s two other famous cemeteries — <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Westview" data-vars-click-url="https://www.westviewcemetery.com/" data-vars-content-id="04b72145-e128-4074-afaa-811af0c86db3" data-vars-headline="South View Cemetery wins Georgia Register of Historic Places designation" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.westviewcemetery.com/" target="_blank">Westview</a> and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Oakland" data-vars-click-url="https://oaklandcemetery.com/" data-vars-content-id="04b72145-e128-4074-afaa-811af0c86db3" data-vars-headline="South View Cemetery wins Georgia Register of Historic Places designation" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://oaklandcemetery.com/" target="_blank">Oakland</a> — on the register.</li></ul>

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