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
The Corrections Officer Blake Schwarz Suicide Prevention Act would create safe harbor protections for correctional officers seeking mental health treatment
The two COs at Donaldson Correctional Facility who were stabbed are on leave as the department reviews the incident
The inspector general found that pressure to meet self-imposed deadlines led authorities to ignore warnings from health officials
Retention incentives, the 8.5-hour shift program and staffing to support statutory changes are included
An outbreak was declared after several suspected cases were identified at Parnall Correctional Facility
Advocacy groups warned that privately built prisons won’t address chronic violence and severe staffing woes
The warden’s yearlong tenure was marred by the spread of COVID-19, inmates’ complaints about conditions, a smuggled gun and an inmate’s death
“I’m outraged by what happened ... we need to understand exactly what happened,” Gov. Phil Murphy said
The two convicted felons went missing last week from a medium-security prison
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