Protesters gathered in front of Atlanta City Hall on June 5, 2023 as Atlanta City Council holds a period of public comment and votes on funding for the proposed police training facility.

Protesters gathered, lined up and created banners in front of Atlanta City Hall on June 5, 2023 as Atlanta City Council holds a period of public comment and votes on funding for the proposed police training facility.

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The Atlanta City Council approved funding early this morning for a proposed police training center.

Council members also voted to increase taxi fares to make cabs more appealing for potential drivers.

Two companies could get nearly $700 million dollars in tax breaks for electric vehicle manufacturing facility.

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