Corrections News
Corrections news is essential for the correctional facility workforce, providing up-to-date information on developments, policy changes, and emerging trends in the penitentiary system. This directory offers articles that help staff stay current on issues affecting their work environment, inmate management, and facility operations. Regularly engaging with corrections news ensures personnel are prepared for new challenges and opportunities. For additional insights, explore our section on Correctional Design and Operations Management.
BREAKING NEWS
Henderson officials say they are still weeks away from finishing a review of their ICE detention agreement as the city struggles to separate and track detainee-related costs
Deputy Daniel Kin had worked with the Wyandot County Sheriff’s Office for just over a year
The new straight-to-streaming movie tells the real-life story of the Vicky White, Casey White jail escape and manhunt
CO Kent Riley sustained severe and permanent brain injury and may not be able to work again
The bi-partisan legislation, now on its way to President Biden to sign, forces BOP to fix and replace surveillance cameras
The federal lawsuit alleges guards knew about the broken heating system and Thomas Lee Rutledge was found with a body temperature of 109 degrees
The in-custody inmate was at the courthouse for official business when the incident occurred
While awaiting trial for attempted murder the inmate made video calls and sent 1,000 texts of a sexual nature to a teenage girl
Thomas Edwin Loden Jr., who claimed he was “deeply remorseful,” was put to death by lethal injection
PRODUCT NEWS
The new enhancements integrate AI directly into existing system workflows, positioning intelligence as a core component of daily operations rather than a standalone add-on
Real County deputies are using the technology during transport operations, with the agency saying it could help reduce the risk of a seized weapon being used against an officer
Axon Vision introduced to help recognize activity in live camera feeds while Axon Assistant expands secure, compliant AI to deliver operational data and continuous intelligence in the field
The Middlesex Sheriff’s Office used its traveling training center to reinforce de-escalation tactics and reduce use-of-force incidents
New mission mode provides simpler and more intuitive sampling of hazardous vapors
Midland County Jail officials say outsourcing mail scanning improves safety for staff and inmates while maintaining access to correspondence
A Senate panel recommends outfitting corrections officers at Trousdale Turner Correctional Center, operated by CoreCivic, with body cameras following a violent 2025 riot