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
Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden said stricter pretrial release rules under “Iryna’s Law” have contributed to rising jail populations
The lights have been stuck on since as early as Nov. 25 because of a malfunction in the system that controls them
The settlement calls for the release of low- to medium-risk inmates who are within nine months of their release date
An inmate at a high-security prison attacked multiple staff members and other inmates
“Not a day goes by that we’re not scanning the news for hints of when or if the Biden administration will take meaningful action to implement his promises”
For the first time since April 1990, the number has dropped below 9,000
The justices agreed to hear an appeal filed by the Trump administration
The closure of the prison that employs nearly 300 people is “the worst economic news” for the region, an official said
Timoteo Cruz drew the gunman’s attention away from shooting bar patrons; he died in the shootout, but not before he shot the gunman and stopped the attack
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