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
Richard Glossip was released on $500,000 bond after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned his conviction over false witness testimony
Sergeant Richard Holley, 62, had been hospitalized since July 20
Joseph Foster, 40, was remembered as a devoted husband, father and proud U.S. Army veteran
An official said the COs failed to follow “well-defined” protocols that led to the inmates’ release, and that the supervisor failed to review the COs’ work
Court rulings, new state laws and policies on imprisonment, and changes in voters’ attitudes have all contributed to the reduction
Robert “Wayne” Rogers, 65, was remembered as a 30-year veteran officer who served with honor throughout his career
Jairo Bravo, 48, started working as a new CO in January at the Turner G. Knight jail
The announcement comes weeks after the department fought off last-minute legal challenges and successfully resumed executions following a 17-year pause
The inmates escaped from the Oklahoma County jail by tying together bed sheets to use as a rope
PRODUCT NEWS
Strategic acquisition adds integrated hardware and cloud subscription platform powered by NIR spectroscopy
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