Here are five things you need to know tonight:

1. The autopsy has been completed on former Braves pitcher Tommy Hanson, the GBI said Wednesday. But no preliminary findings were released and likely won't be until the toxicology testing is completed, which could take up to three months. [Read more]

2. For years, a silent epidemic has afflicted America without anyone particularly noticing: White middle age people are dying. [Why?]

3. Tamar Braxton, a former Atlantan and now a talk-show host, R&B star and reality show regular, pulled out of ABC's "Dancing With the Stars" after blood clots in her lungs sidelined her, according to reports. [Read more]

4. Out-of-state drivers have been giving Georgia the raspberry when it comes to its super speeder law.Even when they get a ticket, they often don't pay up, according to state auditors. [Read more]

5. After a day of sun, the rain may be back tonight. [See the forecast]

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In this file photo from October 2024, Atlanta Braves outfielder Jorge Soler and teammates react after losing to the San Diego Padres 5-4 in San Diego. The Braves and Soler, who now plays for the Los Angeles Angels, face a lawsuit by a fan injured at a 2021 World Series game at Truist Park in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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