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
Okfuskee County Sheriff Logan Manshack said he was stepping aside after a jail escape in which an inmate allegedly removed a sink from his cell before disappearing for days
New York State Correctional Officers and Police Benevolent Association has argued that HALT will lead to increased violence in state prisons
The U.S. Marshals Service is offering a reward of up to $2,000 per escapee
Officials did not release any details about how the inmates escaped
Up to 50 SWAT officers were called in to control the situation at the Bridge City Center for Youth facility
Jose Rivera lost his life in the line of duty at the age of 22, when he was murdered by two inmates in 2008
The moratorium also bars expansions, conversions or renovations to an existing facility
Prosecutors portrayed Ricky Dubose as a cunning and calculated killer, one who deserved the ultimate punishment
The GAL Versatile Protective Suit can reduce trauma by up to 95%, the company says
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