The Atlanta City Council voted 11-4 in favor of a controversial plan to build a massive public safety training center, dubbed "Cop City" by opponents. The $90-million, 85-acre facility would be used by police, firefighters and emergency responders to train, and includes a firing range, driving track, and classrooms. Opponents worry the proposed campus could negatively impact the environment and be used by police to "practice urban warfare," while supporters argue it will help improve public safety. The legislation must still be approved by the mayor and the 2023 budget must be approved by the City Council.
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Unauthorized sales of the popular "Raspberry Rally" cookie have surged due to a shortage, causing frustration for the Girl Scouts of America. Consumers are being asked to purchase directly from local troops and to report any suspicious activity, as proceeds from these sales go to support the troops’ activities.
Memphis officials are set to release 20 more hours of video and records from an internal investigation into the January death of Tyre Nichols. Seven police officers have been fired and four fire department personnel have been charged in connection with the incident. The City Council’s Public Safety Committee will review the findings of the investigation and the additional video footage to make recommendations to the City Council.