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
Judges found non-medical staff were not responsible for treatment decisions during a widespread inmate health outbreak
Tova Noel, a rookie corrections officer at the time, said she saw no warning signs and described limited awareness of events during her overnight shift at the Metropolitan Correctional Center
A bipartisan bill would mandate audits of prison nutrition and require medical histories in pre-sentencing reports as officials cite systemic healthcare failures
Commissioner Stanley Richards calls for hiring support and responsible population reduction to maintain safety inside facilities
Guilford County deputies caught the suspect mid-act after he tried to access a crawlspace with no exit following an attorney visit
Montanta DOC says centralizing 600 inmates will improve oversight while easing in-state overcrowding
The rollback of a long-running balloon packaging contract is cutting work opportunities and income for more than 700 incarcerated workers
A Chesterfield County Detention Center detainee allegedly handed a judge fake $100 bills, prompting new forgery charges
Fulton County Jail leaders say the new system allows deputies to deploy drones within seconds to intercept unauthorized flights and respond to emergencies
PRODUCT NEWS
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
Michigan DOC staff will photocopy all original mail, including legal and confidential documents, then shred the originals in front of the recipient