1. Braves trade Aybar. In one move the Braves jettisoned struggling shortstop Erick Aybar, acquired a much-needed catcher prospect and cleared the way for top prospect Dansby Swanson to make his major-league debut. [Read here]
2. Perdue looks to his 'heart' to support Donald Trump. David Perdue, fresh off a 2014 victory, has become one of the Republican presidential nominee's biggest champions since his red-capped endorsement of the candidate. [Read here]
3. Could capping the Downtown Connector rejuvenate Downtown Atlanta? An intriguing and ambitious concept unveiled by Central Atlanta Progress would cap a portion of the Downtown Connector and reestablish links between Midtown and Downtown. [Read here]
4. Playboy Mansion sold for $100 million. According to the AP, Hugh Hefner sold the 5-acre Los Angeles estate, which has hosted countless racy parties since the Playboy founder purchased it for $1.05 million in 1971, to his next-door neighbor, Daren Metropoulos. [Read here]
5. Afternoon showers and storms likely. Showers and thunderstorms will start developing after about 1 p.m., and heavy downpours, lightning and gusty winds are possible. The wet weather, expected to last through the evening, could make for a messy afternoon and evening commute. [Read here]
