Long sentences and recidivism kept prison populations high for decades, but prisons are now starting to empty.

Three inmates of Native American ancestry are suing Rhode Island’s prison system, claiming their religious rights are being ...

At least two Latin American leaders are discussing sending their detainees to El Salvador’s notorious prison system.

R Kelly is seeking clemency from U.S. President Donald Trump as he fears for his life in federal prison. The federal prison ...

His conviction stemmed from an incident on December 23, 2022, when Heminger assaulted his spouse with a hammer. The victim ...

Gov. Tony Evers’ budget recommendations for corrections included a tribal liaison position for the DOC, but Republicans cut ...

Former U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) has started his 11-year sentence for accepting bribes of gold and cash as well ...