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
The Washington DOC says trained counselors will support inmates facing emotional distress, suicidal thoughts or addiction-related crises
Participants will receive mental health treatment and counseling while residing in a work release center
Francois Kopca is facing three counts of felony forgery after depositing several stolen checks into his credit union account
COs can decide when to turn the cameras on, a policy that has drawn some criticism
Dustin Higgs was convicted of ordering the killings of three women in a Maryland wildlife refuge in 1996
The lockdown at more than 120 federal Bureau of Prisons facilities took effect at 12 a.m. Saturday
The Harris County Jail could run out of room to house inmates this weekend
History
To pay tribute to the milestone, the Empire State Building lit up with blue and orange colors
The vaccinations are part of the plan to protect those in congregate care settings during the first distribution phase
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