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
Despite relatives urging compassion, the board said Erik and Lyle Menendez’s conduct showed selfishness and ongoing risk to public safety
A new study will explore whether 10- or 12-hour shifts could improve recruitment, retention and staff wellness at Erie County’s two jails
The posts allegedly included criticism of President Donald Trump, support for Antifa and a video titled “Old Man Trump”
Two corrections officers were promised 22 years in prison in exchange for the guilty plea, while two others face 3 to 9 years for their roles in the fatal assault at Marcy Correctional Facility
The independent review cited structural deficiencies, safety risks and costly upgrades, concluding a new jail would better meet Cuyahoga County goals
The recommendations would expand solitary confinement for harassment, assaults and repeat low-level misconduct
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
PRODUCT NEWS
An inmate advocate tweeted that two buildings are under lockdown due to some inmates experiencing “flu-like symptoms”
Inmates at all 122 federal correctional facilities across the country will no longer be allowed visits from family, friends or attorneys for a month
Sheriff Steve Barry said test results for the Summit County inmate are still pending
The hand sanitizer will be made at Great Meadow Correctional Facility; it will be given to schools, state agencies and other government offices for free
Officials OK’d the use of hand sanitizer, which has been prohibited as contraband because of its alcohol content
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