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 cocaine-stuffed arrow bounced off the jail wall and landed in the grass, where Fayette County Jail staff found it days later during a security check
The basis for the lock-ins was recorded in official logbooks in only three of the seven instances, the report found
Before the strike began in February, the number of state-ready inmates held in county jails was approximately 200; now, it’s more than 2,400
Jail reform advocates said the audit validated concerns they have brought up for years
Supreme Court will hear case of Rastafarian whose dreadlocks were shaved by La. corrections officers
Damon Landor hadn’t cut his hair in nearly two decades when he entered Louisiana’s prison system in 2020 on a five-month sentence
Guide is the new flagship model for Garrett’s line of hand-held security screening products, with a sleek new look to meet the aesthetic desires of the modern security customer
Prime Day 2025 is a chance for corrections officers to replace worn gear or upgrade tech
R. Kelly’s legal team previously filed an emergency motion for his release, alleging that three Bureau of Prisons officials were conspiring to have him killed by another inmate
A suspicious vehicle was seen near state property, prompting Alabama Department of Corrections officials to investigate
PRODUCT NEWS
New technology reduces the risk of human oversight
With this powerful combo, emergency teams get rugged durability, real-time reliability, and the highest network priority — especially during massive emergencies
The smartphone-sized DrugDetect-F1 detects dangerous narcotics drugs with high specificity in seconds and without contact
Standard measures are insufficient for the unique correctional environment
The integration empowers organizations to improve the issuance and return of critical assets