5 things to know today: Prince, politics at BET Awards

Prince and politics. The BET Awards — or "The Prince Tribute Show" — featured emotional and energetic performances from Sheila E., Stevie Wonder and Jennifer Hudson honoring the Purple One, along with plenty of political statements.

The Bud and Bartolo show. Bud Norris, Freddie Freeman and Adonis Garcia fueled the Braves to a win over the Mets and Bartolo Colon Sunday afternoon at Turner Field.

Summitt family asks for prayers. Amid reports of former Tennessee women's basketball coach Pat Summitt's failing health, her family has issued a statement that the 64-year-old Summitt is surrounded by the people who mean the most to her.

Tragedy in Texas. A mother and gun advocate who was killed by police after fatally shooting her two daughters had a history of mental illness, one report says.

It's muggy out there. Scattered showers and storms will help cool temperatures Monday, but they won't suppress humidity in the metro area.

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Atlanta leaders eye trails as part of solution to city’s traffic woes

The 535-mile expansion plan, known as Trails ATL, aims to make the city more walkable, bringing 10-minute access to trails for 95% of city residents by 2052.

Breakdown: Three days in May

Season 11 of the AJC’s Breakdown true crime podcast starts soon. It begins with a Georgia couple, a newborn—and a discovery that triggers a living nightmare.

Atlanta airport flyers, staff celebrate freedom — from travel headaches

Despite hundreds of thousands flying through Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on Fourth of July weekend, airport staff and travelers experienced few issues.

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Unemployment in Georgia is down, but so is the labor force. Why?

Georgia’s labor force has declined by nearly 30,000 compared to May last year. Here are some reasons why.

Georgia appeals court rules election boards must certify results

The Georgia Court of Appeals ruled that election board members are required to certify election results even when they have concerns about fraud or errors.

Atlanta crypto biz owner caught up in fraud says it’s ‘like living in a James Bond movie’

Prosecutors say North Korean IT specialists are 'infiltrating' tech companies in the U.S. as remote workers to steal money from businesses and funnel it back to North Korea.