Kentucky

"People are falling asleep standing up," said James Knowlton, a long-time detention center employee

"I went to go load my weapon, called 911 and ran outside," said Louisville Metro Department of Corrections Officer Maranda Grayson

"We wish him the best and applaud him for his sense of humanity," Sheriff Jon Hayden said in a now-viral Facebook post

Supporters said the case of Quintez Brown, who was bailed out shortly after he opened fire on a mayoral candidate, highlighted the need for restrictions

"It is nearly impossible to believe that someone can attempt murder on Monday and walk out of jail on Wednesday," Craig Greenberg said

Jail employees will see a $7,365 bump in base pay immediately under an agreement announced Tuesday

Staff have worked "60-hour weeks and 72-hour weeks, routinely," Justice and Public Safety Secretary Kerry Harvey said

Francisco Starks was still at large as of Monday morning

Robert Daniel was killed as he attempted to move a group of work release inmates out of harm's way

The officer was supervising 7 inmates participating in a newly launched work program

Frederick Carl Pierce also stole the personal information of several employees during his October escape