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
Investigators allege the officers provided K2 and suboxone to inmates for payment, using electronic programs, such as CashApp
The guard will assist with perimeter security, entry and exit security and issuing supplies to inmates from secure stations, among other things
Matthew Tidman remains on life support and investigators are pursuing criminal charges
The program allows inmates to take online classes on information technology, problem solving, personal development, job skills and other areas
California Correctional Center in Susanville has remained open because the town sued, saying they face economic devastation if they lose more than 1,000 prison jobs
According to county detectives, the attack occurred last month after the CO unlocked a cell and allowed two inmates to enter the cell and assault the inmate in it
Deputy Toya Adams worked her way from the jail kitchen to a sheriff’s deputy
Sheriff Susan Hutson, who took office in May after campaigning as a progressive, terminated four captains after a violent and unruly summer at the New Orleans jail
Werner Gramajo, a senior corrections officer at Northern State Prison in Newark, smuggled cash and goods into the prison for Thomas De Vingo, a 64-year-old inmate
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