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
Franklin County Sheriff Jim Raymond said he will not comply with a judge’s order to return firearms and equipment tied to an ongoing dispute over jail operations
Officer Richard Jaquez served the Berkshire County Sheriff’s Office for 12 years and was also a combat veteran
Two federal lawsuits have been filed on behalf of prisoners, saying Parchman is dangerous, vermin-infested and unfit for human habitation
Kaleb Wiewandt escaped by posing as a fellow inmate due to be released
The lawsuit claims COs didn’t provide proper care for the men despite knowing they had severe mental illnesses
The six-month project, which will focus on three counties, will include a 10-year examination of jail population trends
A recent study described the jail as a “facility on edge” because of years of staffing cuts
At first, Genessee County corrections deputy Rocky Hensley thought the toddler was choking and offered to help
The five inmates are accused of breaking a first-floor window and escaping a correction center two weeks ago
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