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California Gov. Newsom moves to close another state prison. That makes 5 since he took office
California’s falling incarcerated population has allowed Gov. Gavin Newsom to close four state prisons. Now he’s calling for ...
Floods exposed weaknesses in California prisons' emergency plans -- but they still aren't ready
While California’s prisons are vulnerable to wildfires, floods, and earthquakes, we found they are not adequately prepared to ...
Former teacher of the year gets 30 years in California prison for sexually assaulting students
A onetime county teacher of the year at a SoCal elementary school has been sentenced to 30 years to life in prison for ...
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California’s Prisons Unprepared for Natural Disasters, OIG Audit Finds
California's prison system is unprepared for climate-related disasters, with outdated evacuation plans, inadequate ...
California released 15,000 prisoners early during COVID. New data reveals what happened to many of them
New records show what happened to some of the former prisoners after state leaders chose to shrink a prison population ...
The Menendez Brothers Just Got Resentenced: When Could They Possibly Get Out of Prison?
The Menendez brothers, who were resentenced to 50 years to life and are now eligible for parole, may be released from prison ...
California man who led meth-trafficking ring sentenced to 17 years in prison, authorities say
An Orange County man who prosecutors say led a drug-trafficking ring that exported hundreds of pounds of meth to Australia ...
Prison Dentist Scored A $1.2 Million Payday From Unused Vacation Days
A prison dentist’s $1.2 million vacation payout reveals the high cost of unused PTO—and why employers are capping rollover or ...