Falcons Pass Rush Boost: Atlanta signed veteran edge rusher Za’Darius Smith to a one-year, $6 million deal, adding depth after injuries and an early-season suspension hit the team’s front line. WNBA/Trans Rights Clash: The WNBA said fans should not have been forced to cover shirts during Fever–Dream, after security targeted messages tied to transgender athletes; more backlash and rallies are swirling around Sophie Cunningham’s stance. Public Health: Georgia confirmed a new measles case in an unvaccinated metro Atlanta resident, as CDC data shows kindergarten vaccine exemptions rising and the state still below the level needed for community protection. City Action on Blight: Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens is pushing City Council to consider condemnation—potentially using eminent domain—for five Westside blighted properties. Local Utilities: A water outage hit about 30 homes near 985 Hollywood Rd NW after emergency repairs to an eight-inch main. Sports—Braves: Minnesota’s Josh Bell homered early as the Twins beat the Braves 4-1, taking the first two games of the series.