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5 things to know today: Braves, fans bid farewell to Turner Field

Braves Hall of Fame manager Bobby Cox, Braves vice chairman John Scherholtz (right), and former Braves players tear down the final number during the final game at Turner Field on Sunday, Oct. 2, 2016. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)

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Braves Hall of Fame manager Bobby Cox, Braves vice chairman John Scherholtz (right), and former Braves players tear down the final number during the final game at Turner Field on Sunday, Oct. 2, 2016. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com)
By Musisi Kenneth
Oct 3, 2016

1. Photos: Atlanta Braves say goodbye to Turner Field. Players and fans bid farewell to their 20-year-home on Sunday. A sellout crowd watched the Braves beat the Tigers 1-0 and close Turner Field with flourish. [See photos]

2. Hot-car murder trial begins. After an abrupt change of venue last spring and weeks of jury selection, Justin Ross Harris will finally have his day in court. Here are five things key things to know about the trial. [Read more]

3. Kim Kardashian robbed at gunpoint. The reality TV star was robbed at gunpoint Sunday night at a Paris flat, The Associated Press reports. Five thieves reportedly got away with millions of dollars in valuables. [Read more]

4. 5 things to know about the Falcons on Monday. Falcons All-Pro wide receiver Julio Jones set a franchise record with 300 receiving yards receiving in the Falcons' 48-33 win over the Carolina Panthers on Sunday. [Read more]

5. Sunny and rain-free again. Plenty of sunshine will again push temperatures into the 80s Monday in metro Atlanta, according to Channel 2 Action News. [Read more]

In case you missed it: Photos: Dave Matthews, T.I., and Carlos Santana rock Fairburn concert

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