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Atlanta's mayor is vowing to change police use-of-force policies and require continuous training so that officers do more to deescalate situations before consequences become fatal.
Atlanta's mayor is vowing to change police use-of-force policies and require continuous training so that officers do more to deescalate situations before consequences become fatal. (Renee Schiavone/Patch)

There was plenty of news across Georgia on Tuesday. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here's a roundup of the top stories from the past 24 hours.

Music Midtown Makes Decision For 2020 Festival

One of the Southeast's largest music events held in Atlanta has just announced it will not happen this year.

Tyler Perry Will Pay Rayshard Brooks Children's College Tuition

A representative for Tyler Perry says the Atlanta media mogul will cover college tuition for Rayshard Brooks' children.

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New Allegations Land Johns Creek Police Chief On Leave

Johns Creek Police Chief Chris Byers is on administrative leave pending an investigation into allegations unrelated to his online post.

Priority Coronavirus Testing Available For GA First Responders

The state will begin coronavirus priority testing for first responders at all specimen points of collection sites across Georgia.

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Mayor Promises Changes In How Atlanta Police Officers Use Force

Congress is considering limits on police use of force after the death of Rayshard Brooks. In Atlanta, police will be required to intervene.

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