In December 2019, the CDC began monitoring an infectious disease outbreak caused by a new coronavirus strain first identified in Wuhan, China. On February 11, 2020, the World Health Organization announced an official name for the disease: COVID-19, which was officially named a pandemic on March 11, 2020.
The first case in the United States was announced on January 21, 2020, in the state of Washington. The first fatality in the United States was announced on February 28, 2020. Find COVID-19 breaking news, what corrections officers and staff need to know about the novel coronavirus, and tips for public safety leaders in how to prepare for and educate the public on the coronavirus here on Corrections1.
What law enforcement needs to know about the likelihood of side effects from the vaccine vs. the virus, plus new infection rates
Employment lawyer Scott Moore Esq., addresses frequently asked questions
Data show COVID-related changes increased supervisees’ positive views on interactions, officers
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During the pandemic, Jehovah’s Witnesses continued their ministry inside prisons without sending in ministers
Tracking the coronavirus-related deaths of U.S. corrections officers and personnel
The sheriff says he most likely contracted the virus while on duty
One jail watchdog called it "a complete breakdown in the operation of the jails"
Medical staff recorded that the inmate "stated he felt fine," but did so without a translator present
Correction Officer Quentin Foster had worked for the department for nine years and leaves behind five children
The governor's order will result "in certain political and religious classes being purged from civil service," the suit contends
They don't want to risk being placed in quarantine, she said
The treatment can reduce the risk of hospitalization or death from COVID-19 by 70% to 85%
Gov. Ivey urged legislators to support the plan, saying the state is at risk of federal intervention
The financial crash amounted to revenue losses of more than $750,000 a month, 30 layoffs — 25 COs and 5 support staff — and demotions
A 5-member oversight committee will be up and running by Sept. 16
Cpl. Robert Verzal was a 10-year veteran with the Jackson County Sheriff's Office; he was 39
Douglas Clark is remembered as being a hard worker who tried to positively influence inmates and others
The inmates' comments contradict assertions by the sheriff and the jail's physician that the use of the drug was voluntary
In a new series of videos, the disease expert encourages both staff and inmates to finally get the jab
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