World Cup fever has officially taken over Southern California as we’re just one week away from the first match here in Los Angeles! If you’re planning a watch party of your own, our friends and official partners at PartyWorks have plenty of interactive games and winning ideas to take your celebration to the next level.

Residents and shop owners in Manaus are feeling the World Cup excitement. In the heart of the Brazilian rainforest, Rua 3 is buzzing with activity.

As the World Cup gets closer and closer, nobody is more excited than the staff at Classic Football Shirts New York​ in Lower Manhattan, a store that literally has something for everyone.

Dick's House of Sport held it grand opening Thursday in Gaithersburg with a special appearance from Washington Mystics star Lauren Betts. FOX 5's Chad Ricardo has the scoop.

As countries prepare for the FIFA World Cup, anticipation has reached fever pitch in a city in the heart of the Brazilian rainforest. (AP Video by Fernando Crispim)

With just days until kick-off, we look at how Canada is hoping to build a World Cup tourism legacy. Then: we speak to the Ukrainian NGO Superhumans, which helps injured soldiers and civilians. And: our weekly quiz with Rob Bound.

While 8 FIFA World Cup events will be played in NJ this summer, those without tickets can still watch the games live at these amazing watch parties, festivals, and events.

From heat exhaustion to dengue fever - monitoring public health risks at the biggest tournament in football history.