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
Edward Busby Jr. was put to death for the 2004 killing of retired professor Laura Lee Crane after the U.S. Supreme Court lifted a last-minute stay
An attorney who helped lead prison reform efforts after a deadly inmate riot has been tapped to head the state’s corrections system
Eric Vail, 28, was released from custody Thursday, even though he still faces a charge of first-degree murder and was ordered held without bond
Charles Ross, 63, died Thursday afternoon following a fight with at least two other inmates in the Folsom prison’s exercise yard
The deputy inspector intervened and persuaded the inmate to surrender the TASER
The prison system has saved nearly $6,000 from January to March since using video-conferencing for inmate hearings
“There were no public hearings. There was no discussion ... It’s pretty shocking to our community,” officials say
The decision for the inmate is believed to be a first in Oregon at a men’s prison
“The guys need that spiritual growth. They need to have people come and minister to them,” La.'s first lady said
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