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
“There’s a video of these detainees running out of the jail in the middle of the night. They were not heading to court hearings,” Attorney General Liz Murrill said
The New Orleans man was convicted as a habitual offender after a jury found him guilty of battery on a correctional officer
Officers at the Lyon County Detention Center describe how camaraderie, training and diverse backgrounds fuel their success in a challenging field
Alexander Daravina is accused of orchestrating a scheme to file false unemployment claims for fellow inmates while incarcerated at SCI Phoenix
Charles Adair resisted officers after medical treatment, prompting a restraint in which a deputy knelt on his back
The DOC will close Rockview and Quehanna, shifting nearly 900 corrections employees across the region without relocation assistance
The officer was hit in the eyes and mouth and required medical treatment and disease monitoring, S.C. DOC officials said
The Elkhart County Sheriff’s Office hopes to save staff roles tied to programs proven to reduce recidivism
Nearly a third of men aren’t exercising regularly, despite clear links to better mental health, sexual performance and energy levels — key concerns for officers under stress
PRODUCT NEWS
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
A Senate panel recommends outfitting corrections officers at Trousdale Turner Correctional Center, operated by CoreCivic, with body cameras following a violent 2025 riot
The 5-year contract is partially funded through a $500,000 state grant
Acquisition will enhance Tyler’s electronic warrants offering, connecting courts and public safety