Dontie Mitchell spent nearly a quarter of a century behind bars. 

Half his life.

Then, one afternoon in September, a guard interrupted him while he was making a phone call. He was told to immediately report to the specialty clinic.

Read more about his path from clemency to community-building: https://www.albanyproper.com/after-clemency-local-man-builds-a-new-community-in-albany/

Mfalme Sikivu speaks about his clemency

Bryon Russ is serving two consecutive armed robbery sentences totaling 49-years. Having already served almost half of his lengthy sentence, Russ is among the thousands who say they deserve a second chance at freedom through the clemency process. More than 5,000 people have signed onto a petition to echo his plea. Year-after-year, Russ becomes hopeful that he will be recognized for the personal growth he’s achieved while in prison — which includes college courses, vocational training, and certification as a health counselor.

Read more about Russ' plea for clemency: https://www.albanyproper.com/clemency-seekers-renew-hope-to-be-home-for-the-holidays/

Bryon Russ dicusses his hopes for clemency

Albany Police Officer Involved Shooting Radio Transmission

APD Shooting Full Radio Transmission

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