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Advocates say ‘enough’: One year since beating of Robert Brooks while in state custody
Rochester First | Dec 9, 2025
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Against inmate advocates' wishes, Gov. Hochul won't sign prison reform package, yet
CNY Central | Dec 9, 2025
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Albany marks 1 year since Robert Brooks’ death at Marcy prison
WNYT | Dec 9, 2025
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Advocates call for prison reform on anniversary of Robert Brooks' death
WAMC | Dec 10, 2025
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One year after Robert Brooks’ death, advocates urge Gov. Hochul to sign prison oversight bill
News 10 | Dec 9, 2025
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‘A cry out for justice’: Advocates rally for prison reform on anniversary of Robert Brooks’ death
News 10 | Dec 9, 2025
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Hochul set to make decision on prison reform bill
Spectrum News | Dec 09, 2025
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Editorial: A year after Brooks' murder, reforms deferred
Times Union Editorial Board | Dec 9, 2025
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A year after Robert Brooks' fatal beating, advocates and family urge statewide reforms
Spectrum News | Dec 10, 2025
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Robert Brooks remembered as prison reform bill goes to Governor Hochul’s office
News 10 | Dec 9, 2025
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Advocates say ‘enough’: One year since Robert Brooks died in state custody
News 8 WROC | Dec 9, 2025
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1 year after Robert Brooks' fatal beating, advocates call for change in New York state
ABC 13 | Dec 9, 2025
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End Prison Violence campaign urges reform at Day of Remembrance for Robert Brooks
CBS 6 News | Dec. 9, 2025
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For family of slain inmate, prison reform has become their mission
Times Union | Nov 30, 2025
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Robert Brooks Jr. urges prison reforms at state Capitol
Spectrum News 1 | Oct 21, 2025
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End Prison Violence campaign demands reform following inmate murder trial verdict
WRGB CBS Affiliate | Oct 21, 2205
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Son of beaten inmate Robert Brooks rallies for reform
WGRZ | Oct 21, 2025
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Son of Robert Brooks calls for action on NY prison reform
News 10 ABC | Oct 21, 2025
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Victim’s son ‘can’t be totally mad’ at officers acquitted for murder of inmate at Marcy prison
WSYR | Oct 21, 2025
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Son of Marcy Inmate Speaks at Albany Rally After Jury Verdict
WKT | Oct 22, 2025
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Advocates calling for prison reform after Marcy Correctional verdict
WYNY Channel 13 | Oct 22, 2025
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FULL VIDEO: Calling on Gov Hochul to sign prison reform bill
CBS 6 Albany | Oct 21, 2025
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The Prison and Criminal Legal System Transformation Report
WBAI Free Speech Radio | Oct 25, 2025
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Guard found guilty in beating death of NY prisoner Robert Brooks, 2 others acquitted
Gothamist | Oct 20, 2025
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Family of Robert Brooks responds to verdict in correctional officers’ murder trial
Press Release | Oct 20, 2025
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Five Sleepy Minutes With New York’s Jail Watchdog
New York Focus | Sept 25, 2025
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Family of inmate beaten to death by officers urges Hochul to sign prison reform bill
ABC 13 | Sept 23, 2025
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Father of Robert Brooks calls on Hochul to sign legislation following prison beating death of his son
State of Politics | Sep 23, 2025
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Advocates call for Gov. Hochul to sign bills to address prison violence
NBC 10 News | Sep 23, 2025
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Rochester in Focus
NBC 10 News | Sep 21, 2025
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Advocates await Hochul’s signature on prison oversight reform bill package
Amsterdam News | Sep 18, 2025
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Letter to Governor Hochul Re: Corrections Oversight Omnibus Bill
New York City Comptroller | Sep 9, 2025
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Latest Rikers Death Prompts Suspensions as Family Struggles for Answers
The City | Aug 25, 2025
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On the Count: The Prison and Criminal Legal System Transformation Report
WBAI Free Speech Radio | Aug 23, 2025
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CNY corrections officer sentenced to 3 years in prison for assaulting inmate
Syracuse.com | Aug 21, 2025
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New York Prisons in Crisis
NBC | Aug 12, 2025
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Prison reform advocates push for passage of oversight bills
Spectrum News | Aug 12, 2025
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With prison system in crisis, NBC obtains new footage of violence against NY prisoner
NBC | Aug 12, 2025
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Another Voice: Changing Prison Culture Can Change Lives
Buffalo Voice | May 22, 2025
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Albany Push for Prison Reforms Left Out of State Budget
The City | May 15, 2025
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‘Fraught With Abuse’: Lawmakers Denounce Brutality in N.Y. Prisons
New York Times | May 14, 2025
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Lawmakers press state prisons commissioner at hearing
City & State New York | May 14, 2025
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Lawmakers eye overhaul of New York's prison system after beating deaths
Albany Times Union | May 14, 2025
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What end-of-session bills are on the table in response to Robert L. Brooks' death
Capitol Confidential | May 14, 2025
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In wake of two deaths and a strike, lawmakers hold hearing as they plot prison reforms
Spectrum News 1 Albany | May 14, 2025
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Push for change in NY prisons
NBC10 in Albany | May 14, 2025
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Special legislative hearing will address deaths of inmates in NY prisons
WXXI News NPR | May 13, 2025
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Lawmakers zero in on reforming New York's prison system after inmate beating deaths Briana Supardi
CBS6 Albany | May 14, 2025
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Commentary: Give prison superintendents the power to discipline correction officers
Times Union | Apr 25, 2025
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Family of Robert Brooks calls for change at memorial to mark his birthday
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