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  • Brooklyn man’s death at Rikers sparks renewed outrage over Rikers conditions
  • Why the Council blasted a Brooklyn member but refused to censure her
  • How Brooklyn locals can skate Roebling Rink for free this winter

Also on today's calendar: Fine Art & Mid-Century Modern Design | Online Auctions Dec. 10 & 11 and 17 more events.

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1. Brooklyn Rikers Detainee Is 14th To Die In NYC DOC Custody This Year (patch.com) — Brooklyn residents are reacting to the death of 32-year-old Aramis Furse, a Brooklyn man who became the 14th person this year to die while in New York City correctional custody at Rikers Island. Brooklyn Defender Services and The Legal Aid Society are demanding transparency and accountability, citing longstanding concerns about dangerous jail conditions and failures to implement safety recommendations.
   

2. NYC Council committee blasts Inna Vernikov for bringing gun to protest, but doesn't censure her (nydailynews.com) — A City Council ethics panel sharply criticized southern Brooklyn Councilwoman Inna Vernikov for bringing a gun to a 2023 Brooklyn College protest but stopped short of formally censuring her. Members condemned her lack of apology, while Vernikov defended carrying a weapon at the rally. The case highlights ongoing tensions in Brooklyn over protests, public safety, and gun laws.
   

3. Ice skating in full swing at Roebling Rink in DUMBO (brooklyneagle.com) — Roebling Rink is open for the season under the Brooklyn Bridge, offering daily ice skating in Brooklyn Bridge Park now through Feb. 1. Brooklyn residents can snag a limited number of free tickets on weekdays, while others can reserve timed sessions, rent skates, or book lessons. Expect big crowds, great views, and hot chocolate instead of a full cafe.
   

4. TBC Distribution Corporate Recalls Lucky Foods Brand Cinnamon Powder Because of Possible Health Risk (fda.gov) — A Brooklyn-based distributor is recalling Lucky Foods brand 40g cinnamon powder after New York testing found elevated lead levels, posing particular risks to children. The product was sold in New York and other states through retailers like groceries and delis. Brooklyn residents who bought this cinnamon should stop using it and can contact the company for guidance.
   

5. New heritage walk at Kingsborough Houses celebrates community history and Barthé frieze • Brooklyn Paper (brooklynpaper.com) — A new “Migration” heritage walk at Kingsborough Houses in Crown Heights now illuminates the campus with 35 steel sculptures celebrating residents’ stories and the Great Migration. Fabricated in Brooklyn and funded by city and foundation support, the installation highlights the restored Richmond Barthé frieze while transforming pathways and open space into a community-driven art experience.
   

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