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 K-9 unit helped locate two of the three suspects in the woods after Milledgeville officers stopped the drone outside Baldwin State Prison on New Year’s Day
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson says the viral moment of unity among 100 inmates reflects deeper cultural change inside the facility
The machine, located in the Middlesex Jail and House of Correction visitor center, offers free overdose-reversal kits to staff, visitors and family members
A judge ruled that prosecutors failed to present credible evidence against Officer Khalil Lewis, who was accused of allowing two inmates to attack another at SCI Dallas
President Donald Trump said Sean “Diddy” Combs requested clemency in a letter and indicated he has no plans to pardon other high-profile inmates
Correctional Officer John Clingerman says giving back through volunteer firefighting and farming is just how he was raised
A Senate panel recommends outfitting corrections officers at Trousdale Turner Correctional Center, operated by CoreCivic, with body cameras following a violent 2025 riot
Inmates reportedly dug through walls, endured leaking sewage and lacked access to meals or medical visits at the Maryland Reception, Diagnostic, and Classification Center
The LaRue County Detention Center deputy was arrested after appearing in uniform during a livestream where he made racist and threatening remarks while on duty
PRODUCT NEWS
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Facility accelerates production of kiosks from a six-week to a three-day process
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“With VirTra simulators, we can swiftly and securely recreate dynamic force encounters,” said Von Kliem, Chief Consulting and Communications Officer at Force Science
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Many of Gerber’s most popular knives and multi-tools for on- or off-duty everyday carry are on sale
Use the promo code DISPOSABLE20 for 20% off Tri-Fold restraints and accessories
Florida Department of Corrections modernizes key deposit and disbursement services for 128 facilities across the state
The acquisition adds optical spectroscopy to the company’s technology platform for point-of-need applications