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 St. Louis corrections officer suffered stab wounds to the head, face and arms during the 2022 attack
Legislation would recognize prison fire camp work as professional service and streamline certification after release
The case centered on allegations that a handcuffed Lorain County detainee was taken to the ground and denied timely medical care
The initiative aims to modernize prison operations, reduce paperwork and increase access to rehabilitative programming
State leaders say the average 15.4% raise is a major step, but additional funding will be needed to recruit and retain correctional staff
Thomas Eck received nine months in jail after pleading guilty to filing a false instrument, becoming the last defendant sentenced in the Messiah Nantwi case
The union says members of MS-13 and the Black Guerrilla Family clashed at Roxbury Correctional Institution
An inmate’s claims of cruel and unusual punishment and ADA violations were rejected after the judge found the policy justified by security concerns
The new law formalizes PREA standards in state statute and increases reporting requirements for the Department of Correction
PRODUCT NEWS
Tyler will modernize corrections operations for the fourth largest county in the state
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