Atlanta is gearing up for the FIFA World Cup with MARTA readying Five Points Station for increased crowds.
ATLANTA — With the first FIFA World Cup match in Atlanta just three weeks away, transit officials say MARTA’s busiest rail hub will be ready to handle an expected surge of riders heading to Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Five Points Station, where MARTA’s north-south and east-west rail lines intersect, has been undergoing a major renovation since last year. The project has at times required the closure of entrances, platforms, and escalators, raising concerns among commuters about accessibility during one of
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