The World Cup is coming to Atlanta. Advocates want unhoused residents protected, not pushed aside
Advocates for the unhoused are working to ensure they aren't pushed off the streets or out of town as the FIFA Men's World Cup comes to Atlanta.
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Atlanta mayor pushes to extend neighborhood investment districts as debate over redevelopment continues
Mayor Andre Dickens is asking city leaders to extend six Atlanta districts that allow future growth in property tax revenue to be reinvested into neighborhoods, arguing more work remains in historically underserved communities.
Third jet fuel spill this year reported at Atlanta airport as pollution concerns grow
Environmental group Flint Riverkeeper says a Memorial Day weekend jet fuel spill from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is the latest in a series of fuel releases affecting waterways downstream of the airport.
Senate fails to extend key surveillance program as deadline nears
A procedural vote failed in the Senate early Friday, and a provision of the spy powers law is set to expire June 12.
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Hot with storms expected Saturday in Maryland
More of a summerlike feel is in store this weekend along with a couple of storm chances
Baltimore wants to renegotiate controversial underground utilities deal with BGE
Baltimore leaders have decided not to renew the city's controversial agreement with Baltimore Gas and Electric that allowed the company to make infrastructure investments to the underground utility network.
Anne Arundel County Executive signs order to oversee ICE operations amid criticism
Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman has signed an executive order aimed at increasing oversight of Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity in the county.
Baltimore choir performance will highlight tragic, but important part of LGBTQ+ history
Baltimore's Emmanuel Episcopal Church is having a special performance this weekend to celebrate Pride Month.
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Oakland First Fridays seeks sponsors as funding challenges force entertainment cuts
The lack of sponsorship is already impacting Oakland First Fridays.
Search in Lake Tahoe wilderness for hiker missing since Memorial Day called off
A massive search for a hiker who vanished in the Desolation Wilderness near Lake Tahoe on Memorial Day has been called off, though law enforcement officials say the missing person case remains active.
With rising rent in San Francisco, proposal would prevent renters from surprised hidden fees
As rents continue to climb in San Francisco, a new proposal at City Hall aims to prevent renters from being surprised by hidden fees that can add hundreds of dollars to their monthly housing costs.
Final bell rings as Santa Rosa closes two more schools
Students, teachers and staff shared hugs, high fives and tears this week as two longtime Santa Rosa schools closed their doors for the final time.
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Falmouth man charged with assaulting 87-year-old in home invasion
Neil O'Flaherty is accused of breaking into an elderly couple's Falmouth, Massachusetts home and holding a great grandmother against her will.
Contreras homers, drives in 3 to lead Red Sox to 5-3 win over Yankees
Willson Conteras homered and drove in three runs on Friday night to lead the Red Sox to a 5-3 victory over the Yankees.
Hopkinton man charged in "disturbing" beach fight freed on bail
Steven Dana is accused of trying to drown an injured 21-year-old at Sandy Beach in Hopkinton, Massachusetts.
Where do the fish at the New England Aquarium come from?
Have you ever wondered where all the fish in the New England Aquarium come from? The answer is just down the road in Quincy.
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Chicago Blues Festival, Lincoln Park Greek Fest and more this weekend in Chicago
Summer festivals are happening across Chicago this weekend focusing on art, music and food.
Police investigation underway at restaurant in Carpentersville
There was a large police presence outside a restaurant in Carpentersville, Illinois, overnight.
Tinley Park woman helps others who suffered heartbreaking loss of a baby
What do you do when the most beautiful, blessed event ends in tragedy? A woman from southwest suburban Tinley Park turned that tragedy into compassion.
Marsh and Schwarber switch roles to lead Phillies past White Sox
Brandon Marsh hit his first homer off a left-handed starter in nearly four years as the Phillies defeated the White Sox Friday night.
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AI chatbot bill signed into law restricting interactions with children
Colorado now has its first law restricting how AI chatbots can interact with kids.
Family of man shot, killed by Aurora officer hopeful after DA referral
The family of a man shot and killed by an Aurora police officer says they're still looking for justice nearly a year later.
Building demolition begins at Colorado's former Bandimere Speedway
Since the end of its final racing season, Colorado's historic Bandimere Speedway has been slowly dismantling as it prepares to open a new racetrack in Hudson. Now, demolition has begun on one of its most iconic buildings.
Take an inside look at the lunar terrain vehicle being developed in Colorado
A Colorado-based space technology company has secured a major NASA contract that could play a key role in future missions to the moon.
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Daryl Watts lands in Detroit with PWHL's 1st 4-year contract
Detroit general manager Manon Rhéaume wasted little time in beginning to stock her PWHL expansion team by signing four players, including forward Daryl Watts landing the league's first four-year contract.
Trial continues for ex-Warren officer charged with manslaughter in deadly crash
James Burke is charged with two counts of manslaughter after his police cruiser crashed into a vehicle carrying two men.
Detroit investment programs help remove vacant storefronts, open new businesses
City leaders say programs like Motor City Match are part of a longer effort to bring more businesses, services and investment to Detroit's commercial corridors.
Pinckney resident says local officials washed away lawful sidewalk Pride display
Adam Schingecz says another Pride display in Pinckney was removed.
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What is your favorite line from any movie? Let us know below!
Black watermelon has arrived in West Sacramento
Your Produce Man, Michael Marks, visits Dave's Produce in West Sacramento, where black watermelon just arrived.
Visit the Suisun Valley Lavender Trail
Bella Kunde is in the Suisin Valley getting a preview of the Lavender Trail.
"Hello!" From The West Sacramento Riverwalk Water Tower!
We have special guest "Slider" hanging out high above the Riverwalk Water Tower in West Sacramento. Meet Nick. He's our director Mike Buerger's son. Since he's a "little" Buerger, we call him "Slider". Be careful not to fall off the tower, Slider!
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Prediction markets have become a draw for young men. Here's why
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men in search of quick cash and thrills, experts say. "I had almost $4,600 at one point but squandered that," one man said.
WeHo Pride weekend kicks of with Outloud Music Festival
West Hollywood is in full celebration mode as Pride weekend kicks off with the Outloud Music Festival on Friday.
SoFi Stadium workers authorize strike ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup in LA
Roughly 2,000 SoFi Stadium workers overwhelmingly authorized a strike a week before the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off in Los Angeles.
Cal State Fullerton graduate continues his journey from prison to the Ivy League
Deshawn Sirajan Muneer-Hunter's new path takes him to grad school at Columbia University, with hopes to one day start his own non-profit, Camp Reese, a bootcamp-style alternative to juvenile incarceration.
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Expect plenty of sunshine, slim chance of rain this weekend across South Florida
Temperatures across the metroplex will top out in the mid-80s.
Spearfisher killed in Australia's third fatal shark attack in 4 weeks
The 35-year-old man was spearfishing with family when he was attacked by a shark on Saturday, police said.
Tampa Bay Rays beat the Miami Marlins in game 1 of the series
Drew Rasmussen allowed one hit in seven dominant innings, Junior Caminero reached base five times and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Miami Marlins 6-0 on Friday night.
South Florida community mourns mother, 2 daughters in Doral murder-suicide
Friends, classmates, and teachers gathered Friday evening for a mass at Our Lady of Divine Providence Catholic Church in Sweetwater to honor the victims.
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Randy Moss is cancer-free and pursuing of bass fishing passion
NFL Hall of Fame wide receiver Randy Moss is still making big catches long after he finished playing football.
Target recalling 2 types of baby wipes over contamination concerns
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
Bloomington Jefferson girls softball team wins their first state title
The Bloomington Jefferson girls softball team won their first-ever state championship on Friday with a 1-0 win over Forest Lake.
Bloomington teen Ethan Glynn, paralyzed in football injury, graduates
Years after a football injury left him paralyzed, a milestone once feared out of reach has finally been met by Bloomington teen Ethan Glynn.
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Multiple arrests made at Knicks watch party outside MSG, NYPD says
The NYPD said some of the rowdiest fans started climbing on light poles, food carts and subway entrances after the Knicks took a 2-0 NBA Finals lead against the Spurs.
Wemby misses at the end, Knicks beat Spurs for 2-0 lead in NBA Finals
The red-hot Knicks are going home, two wins away from an NBA championship that the capital of the world has been waiting to see for generations.
Contreras homers, drives in 3 to lead Red Sox to 5-3 win over Yankees
Willson Conteras homered and drove in three runs on Friday night to lead the Red Sox to a 5-3 victory over the Yankees.
The Cotton Club joins list of jazz clubs closing in Harlem
Harlem's historic Cotton Club recently announced it was up for sale. The news comes as jazz clubs across the borough disappear.
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U.S. doctor with Ebola recovers from deadly virus, German hospital says
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
Tracking severe storms after hot Saturday | NEXT Weather Alert
The 90s will likely remain through Sunday and slightly higher humidity across the Philadelphia region this weekend.
1 dead, 3 firefighters injured in Strawberry Mansion house fire, officials say
One person is dead and three firefighters were injured in a house fire in Strawberry Mansion, officials said.
New bike lane in Old City sparks split reactions from cyclists and drivers
A newly installed protected bike lane on Third Street is generating both praise and criticism from residents, cyclists and drivers in Society Hill and Old City.
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Hey Ray: Getting up close to hummingbirds
If you've ever wanted to get closer to a hummingbird, there are a couple of ways you can make it happen right in your own yard!
First Alert Weather | Storms possible on Saturday night in Pittsburgh
After a long stretch of dry and sunny weather, severe storms are possible around 4 p.m. on Saturday in Pittsburgh.
How to watch today's West Virginia-Cal Poly game in NCAA super regionals
West Virginia hosts Cal Poly in the 2026 NCAA super regionals at noon at Kendrick Family Ballpark.
Woman accused of assaulting teen referee set to have record cleared
The woman accused of assaulting a teen referee at the Robert Morris University Island Sports Center will soon have her record cleared.
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Penryn 76 becomes one of Placer County's most unexpected dining destinations
Step through that doorway and visitors are greeted by Penryn Grill, a full-service restaurant that has become one of Placer County's most surprising dining destinations.
Search in Lake Tahoe wilderness for hiker missing since Memorial Day called off
A massive search for a hiker who vanished in the Desolation Wilderness near Lake Tahoe on Memorial Day has been called off, though law enforcement officials say the missing person case remains active.
SoFi Stadium workers authorize strike ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup in LA
Roughly 2,000 SoFi Stadium workers overwhelmingly authorized a strike a week before the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off in Los Angeles.
Waterford man's death under investigation after deputies respond to family disturbance call
A death investigation is underway in Waterford after a man handcuffed and placed in a restraint device died Thursday night, deputies said.
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Flood watch in effect as rounds of heavy rain move across North Texas
A Flood Watch is in effect until 4 p.m. on Sunday.
Ogunbowale nets 30 points in Dallas Wings' win against LA Sparks
Bueckers tied Ogunbowale's franchise record of 14 assists in a game.
World Cup fans arrive as North Texas boosts transit, security
Officials expand rail service and increase law enforcement presence as visitors begin filling the region ahead of tournament play.
Mother of slain security guard sues Deep Ellum club, accused shooter
The wrongful death filing alleges the nightclub let patrons bypass security for a fee, creating unsafe conditions the night Joseph Gray was killed.