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
Former Allen County Sheriff Sam Crish, now housed at a Cincinnati re-entry facility, said he wants to warn others about the dangers of compulsive gambling
Warden was reprimanded and removed from his position, officers received demerit
DroneShield sends alerts via email or SMS to a 24/7 monitoring service that works with police and legal response teams
Department of Corrections has confirmed that they are dealing with the situation
A man who killed a long-time acquaintance following a fight over $5 is now behind bars
Official: “We want to take advantage of the modern technology out there. Drones are part of everyday life now … they’re going to be impacting security”
Carlos Avalos was convicted of second-degree assault Feb. 13 for stabbing Officer Eric Huether with a 4-inch metal shank
Named for Eileen DiNino, who passed while serving a two-day sentence for her children’s truancy violations
FCC blocks cell phone jamming because it’s illegal and they believe it would interfere with legitimate cell phone use, even though this has been disproven
PRODUCT NEWS
Tyler will modernize corrections operations for the fourth largest county in the state
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