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
Sean “Diddy” Combs used commissary items and inmate collaboration to prepare meals for every housing unit
The inmates used a fake name to order a Lyft, dragged the driver into the backseat and held her hostage for hours as they fled from DeKalb County Jail to south Florida
Sacramento Deputy James Caravallo lost control of his vehicle on a wet roadway while driving to the Rio Cosumnes Correctional Center
A former River North Correctional Center lieutenant warned that unsafe conditions could lead to staff injuries or deaths as staffing shortages and safety lapses mounted
The Massachusetts DOC-State Police Task Force has intercepted synthetic cannabinoids, Suboxone, fentanyl and heroin in 26 recent cases across state prisons
Sheriffs from across the state said DOC actions have been inconsistent, harmful to counties and costly to taxpayers
The three men were found to be missing during a security check, prompting a search of the DeKalb County jail
Florida executed more inmates in 2025 than in any year since the death penalty’s reinstatement in the 1970s
The DeKalb County inmates range in age from 24 to 31 and face charges including murder, armed robbery and arson
PRODUCT NEWS
Local corrections officials realize they’re on the front lines of possible outbreaks and are working on protective measures
Officials won’t discuss details of what changes may be made to a virus protection plan that currently calls for putting lines of tape on the floor to make isolation zones
Inmates will now be screened for symptoms of the virus and asked about recent international travel during booking
Sonoma County Jail has augmented the screening process conducted in the booking area to prevent incarceration of anyone infected with coronavirus
After watching riot videos, Kurt Boeker was inspired to create a grenade launcher that shoots projectiles at a safe velocity regardless of the target’s distance
Officials would not say if COs will be assigned to make photocopies
The drone dropped a pouch containing the items into an outdoor recreation area at the jail
Denver LEOs working in the most volatile area of the city’s downtown jail will begin wearing body cameras
The purchase is the first to be made using money from a $37 million settlement with McKesson Corp.
The system only costs a few hundred dollars