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
A judge ruled Sheriff Jim Raymond willfully violated a court order requiring county-owned guns, a patrol car and other equipment be transferred to the corrections department
Sidney Cain Howitt received eight months for the attack that knocked the officer out cold
Kim Brockramp is a 23-year veteran of the DOC
His movie “Blues Brothers” shot at the old Joliet Correctional Center in Illinois
Corey Matthews, 22, had to put the baby down so he could pull a knife on the homeowner
Wendy Kelley has been named as the new director of the Arkansas Department of Corrections
Rockford Reachout Jail Ministry is coordinating efforts to collect winter coats, hats and gloves
Christopher Molloy posted the photo to his social media account on Jan. 1
Micheal Kropf recognized that an inmate’s airway was obstructed and used the Heimlich maneuver
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