A historic but dilapidated Illinois prison will close while replacement is built, despite objections
The Illinois Department of Corrections has spent September moving hundreds of inmates from Stateville Correctional Center in ...
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Local State Senator Addresses Public on Shawnee Correctional Center Incident
An incident took place at the Shawnee Correctional Center recently, and a local lawmaker is speaking on the matter.
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Protections sought for prison workers in closing of aging Illinois prison
(John Patsch/Chicago Sun-Times via AP, File) SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — The union representing state prison workers is seeking ...
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11 Sentenced in Jackson County Last Week, Ranging from 2-12 Years at Illinois Department of Corrections
The Jackson County State's Attorney provided information on 11 convicted people who were convicted and all sentenced to time ...
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Protections sought for prison workers in closing of aging Illinois prison
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — The union representing state prison workers is seeking a federal court order that the Illinois Department of Corrections ensure the rights and safety of employees as it ...