5 things to know today: GOP infighting ramps up in Georgia's Sixth District race, and more

1. GOP infighting ramps up in Georgia's Sixth District race. There have been staff raids, social media hijinks, scornful advertisements and bitter broadsides. That's just the start of an escalating battle between Republicans over what could be a sole spot in a runoff to represent a suburban Atlanta district. [Read here]

2. Will roof issues delay Falcons stadium again? The Falcons organization expects to receive an update within seven to 10 days on the construction timeline for Mercedes-Benz Stadium — an update that should shed light on whether the retractable roof will be completed in time for the stadium's scheduled opening. [Read here]

3. Gwinnett man is 22nd convicted for rigging bids at foreclosure auctions. On the long list of those who profited from the misery of the Atlanta-area foreclosure crisis, you can add the name of Clifford Wayne Hill. A federal indictment states that Hill conspired with others to rig foreclosure auctions in Gwinnett County. [Read here]

4. Georgia Tech cruises to win in NIT semifinals. Georgia Tech is one game away from a trophy. Subjecting Cal State Bakersfield to the defensive heat that wilted many ACC opponents, Tech won its first NIT semifinal game in 46 years with breathing room. [Read here]

5. Near record high in the forecast. Expect another hot one, metro Atlanta. A day after temperatures hit 81 degrees in Atlanta, they are expected to peak at 82 degrees today, Channel 2 Action News reported. [Read here]

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