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fromColossal
4 hours ago

In Milwaukee, Four Artists Unravel Trauma to Move Toward Collective Wellness

Art examines concealed trauma and connects personal health to collective wellness, addressing addiction, incarceration, immigration, and caregiver support through varied media.
Miscellaneous
fromNew York Amsterdam News
14 hours ago

Bill would allow incarceration to count toward supportive housing eligibility

Counting time spent in prison, jail, or court-mandated medical detention toward homelessness eligibility allows long-incarcerated, homeless individuals to qualify for city-funded supportive housing.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

When US prison healthcare companies went bust, victims' families kept fighting

When Jennifer Casey Norred attempted suicide at Leon County jail, medical staff restrained her for 24 hours instead of offering her mental health support, violating jail policy.
US politics
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
1 week ago

Opinion: Enhancing Access to Supportive Housing is Key to Criminal Justice Reform

Homelessness worsens after incarceration; policies must reflect the ongoing vulnerability of these individuals after release.
fromstateline.org
1 week ago

US families shoulder nearly $350B in annual costs tied to incarceration, report finds

Families in the U.S. lose about $350 billion annually due to loved ones' incarcerations.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

A death sentence': a young mother grappling with addiction dies in a drug-plagued prison

Jasmine Williams, a young mother, achieved sobriety and aims to become an esthetician after serving her federal prison sentence.
fromFuncheap
2 weeks ago
LGBT

Free Grotto Night: Film + Talks on Life & Death (SF Main Library)

Writers and filmmakers Amy Shea, David Munro, and Ariel Gore will explore themes of agency, dignity, and grace at Grotto Night.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Dear Abby: They didn't make the cut for our wedding, and now things are awkward

You are not obligated to invite this couple to your wedding. Write them a sweet note explaining that you are sorry you won't be able to attend because you will be on your honeymoon at that time.
Relationships
US politics
fromAxios
3 weeks ago

Prison debt is crushing Black women, advocates say

Incarcerated individuals often cannot pay fees, leading to long-term debt for themselves or their families.
US politics
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

NC House GOP Pushes Bill to Bringing Back Electric Chair, Implement Firing Squad

North Carolina's HB 270 proposes reinstating the electric chair and firing squad for executions, making inmates choose their method.
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
3 weeks ago

New Report Looks at Lessons Learned from Bail Out Campaign - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Women, particularly Black women, face disproportionate harm from pretrial detention, with many unable to afford bail.
fromTechCrunch
4 weeks ago

Preston Thorpe is a software engineer at a San Fransisco startup. He's also serving his eleventh year in prison. | TechCrunch

Preston Thorpe, an incarcerated individual, impressively contributed to an open-source project and secured a job with Turso due to his skills.
#alcatraz
#prison-reform
fromPoynter
1 month ago
US politics

Virginia prison cites unwritten policy when declining press comment - Poynter

California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

California pauses prison medical parole program, opting for early release or incarceration

California has halted its medical parole program, risking vulnerable prisoners' wellbeing by returning them to prison or releasing them prematurely.
fromPoynter
1 month ago
US politics

Virginia prison cites unwritten policy when declining press comment - Poynter

California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

California pauses prison medical parole program, opting for early release or incarceration

California has halted its medical parole program, risking vulnerable prisoners' wellbeing by returning them to prison or releasing them prematurely.
#san-quentin
fromsfist.com
1 month ago
Social justice

San Quentin Prison Hosts First-Ever Father-Daughter Parent Prom,' With Everyone Dressed to the Nines

fromsfist.com
1 month ago
Social justice

San Quentin Prison Hosts First-Ever Father-Daughter Parent Prom,' With Everyone Dressed to the Nines

#fcc
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 month ago

Santa Clara County revisits building a new jail - San Jose Spotlight

"What is set in stone is we are absolutely going to build something," Deputy County Executive Consuelo Hernandez stated, emphasizing the necessity of addressing deteriorating jail facilities and community needs.
Public health
fromDesign Milk
1 month ago

Design for Good: Tables That Support Women After Incarceration

The Healing Forest Tables support women transitioning out of incarceration and utilize reclaimed wood, embodying themes of transformation, collaboration, and social impact.
philosophy
fromAeon
1 month ago

A mother and child bond in an unusual prison visitation space in this poignant portrait | Aeon Videos

The film explores the nuanced bond between a mother and child amid the realities of incarceration.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

The Food You Might Find In A Typical US Prison - Tasting Table

U.S. prison meals often lack nutritional value and variety, leading to inadequate diets for incarcerated individuals.
philosophy
fromAeon
2 months ago

A mother and son bond in an unusual prison visitation space in this poignant portrait | Aeon Videos

The film poignantly portrays the relationship between an incarcerated mother and her son during a visit in a more welcoming environment.
#criminal-justice
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Onetime gangbanger finds redemption in fatherhood

Mario Lundes's journey reflects the impact of a troubled childhood and gang life on personal transformation.
France politics
fromMedscape
2 months ago

France's Prisons Are Overcrowded - With Psychiatric Patients

Psychiatric services in French prisons are organized into a tiered system to meet varying levels of care needs for inmates.
#healthcare
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago
NYC parents

NYS Senate passes prison reform bill aiming to promote health and human rights of incarcerated pregnant people | amNewYork

The CARE Act mandates basic prenatal and postpartum healthcare for incarcerated pregnant individuals and their children in New York State.
fromThe New Yorker
4 months ago
Parenting

Starved in Jail

Incarcerated individuals are suffering and dying from a lack of basic needs despite substantial funding for their care.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

NYS Senate passes prison reform bill aiming to promote health and human rights of incarcerated pregnant people | amNewYork

The CARE Act mandates basic prenatal and postpartum healthcare for incarcerated pregnant individuals and their children in New York State.
Higher education
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Opinion | The Trump Administration Is Trying to Unravel One of Our Greatest National Accomplishments

Higher education in prison can transform lives, helping incarcerated individuals reflect on past choices and build better futures.
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

'I am a different person today': Ex-CA prison gang boss reflects on new outlook

Matthew Rocha regrets his past gang life and has become a witness against Nuestra Familia leaders while serving a life sentence for murder.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Researchers say the true cost of prisons and jails is higher than many realize

"Nearly one in two Americans has had an immediate family member incarcerated, with Black people being more likely than white and Hispanic people to experience this."
US news
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

The Human Rights Crisis We're Ignoring In Our Jails

Pamela Winn shares her traumatic experience of pregnancy and miscarriage while incarcerated, highlighting severe mistreatment and systemic issues in prisons.
Parenting
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Mothers of Imprisoned Sons Struggle Emotionally and Financially With No Support

Mothers of incarcerated sons experience a profound emotional and practical transformation marked by grief, confusion, and a lack of resources and support.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Did faulty drug tests taint parole hearings? California is reviewing hundreds of denials

California is re-evaluating parole decisions for inmates due to suspected faulty drug tests that may have led to wrongful denials.
Music
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

A new album tells the story of Mexican women incarcerated for killing abusive partners

The album by Vivir Quintana sheds light on the struggles of women incarcerated for killing abusive partners in Mexico.
fromTruthout
2 months ago

"Bending the Bars" Rap Album Fights Damaging Stereotypes of Incarcerated People

I don't fuck with none of y'all cops, eighty percent of y'all are cowards, y'all stay up in our business. We are not free. The only thing we are guilty of is pain and poverty.
Black Lives Matter
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
3 months ago

From Chains to Change: The Fight to Finally End Slavery in the U.S. #EndTheException | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

While the 13th Amendment abolished slavery, it preserves a loophole allowing forced labor as punishment for crime, perpetuating exploitation of incarcerated individuals.
Black Lives Matter
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

They Wanted to Have Fewer Prisons. Instead, They Got a Prisoner's Worst Nightmare.

Incarcerated individuals face severe conditions, with particular institutions like Green Haven being notorious for their harsh realities.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Infamous California Tesla road rage driver assaulted by inmates in Hawaii jail

Nathaniel Radimak, known for his road rage incidents, was hospitalized after being attacked by inmates at Halawa Correctional Facility in Hawaii.
Black Lives Matter
fromTruthout
3 months ago

"I'm Going to Write My Way Out of Prison": A Vision From Solitary Confinement

In a tragic reflection of systemic failings, the author reveals how their imprisonment not only affected their own life but profoundly impacted their child's perception of identity.
Parenting
fromVulture
3 months ago

Tory Lanez Hospitalized After Getting Stabbed in Prison

Tory Lanez was hospitalized after a stabbing incident in prison where he sustained multiple severe injuries.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
3 months ago

El Salvador wants America's prisoners. And its tourists.

El Salvador promotes surf tourism as an economic driver while engaging in mass incarceration, causing ethical concerns.
Bukele's administration blends tourism growth with controversial detainment practices.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

My 3 adopted daughters' dad is in prison. I take them to visit him and am surprised by how much we've all connected.

The biological father maintains a supportive relationship with his daughters despite incarceration.
Brooklyn
fromPortland Mercury
3 months ago

Theater Review: 'The Brothers Size' Breaks the Fourth Wall, But Should It?

The Brothers Size highlights the intricate dynamics of brotherhood, trauma, and the impact of incarceration on familial relationships.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Nearly 2,600 incarcerated people voted in Colorado last year under new law

In Colorado, inmates voting from jail increased dramatically after a new law mandated in-person voting access.
Arts
fromCbsnews
3 months ago

Brooklyn exhibit showcases art by Rikers Island inmates

The exhibit at Von King Cultural Arts Center showcases artwork by incarcerated individuals at Rikers Island, emphasizing their artistic talents and personal stories.
Women in technology
fromKqed
3 months ago

AI Eavesdrops on Your Sleep in The Nightmarish 'Dream Hotel'

The novel explores the psychological impact of incarceration without due process in a future shaped by algorithms.
Sara, the protagonist, embodies complex human emotions and experiences within her unjust confinement.
fromBrownstoner
3 months ago

Bed Stuy Exhibit Shows Artwork of Rikers Island Detainees

"It’s part of my solitude. I like to sit down at the table and doodle and create something new," Croskey said, emphasizing the therapeutic nature of his art.
Arts
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

Revealed: The staggering cost of detaining prisoners on inhumane' jail terms

In 2024, British taxpayers spent an estimated £145 million incarcerating over 2,600 prisoners serving abolished indefinite jail terms, termed as psychological torture by critics.
UK politics
fromConsequence
4 months ago

Ty Dolla $ign Has Brother Sing From Prison During Coachella Set

During his Coachella set, Ty Dolla $ign showcased love for his incarcerated brother Big TC, highlighting the emotional weight of his absence through a unique performance.
NYC music
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Trump has found in El Salvador a model for the repressive state he wants to build and he's just getting started | Jordana Timerman

El Salvador's mega-prison epitomizes President Bukele’s crackdown on crime and dissent, showcasing authoritarian rule through the suspension of constitutional rights for alleged safety.
US politics
fromstupidDOPE
4 months ago

Legalization Without Justice Is Half Baked: Why Clemency Must Be a 4/20 Priority | stupidDOPE

Legalization must include justice; otherwise it’s incomplete.
Clemency is essential for those imprisoned for nonviolent cannabis offenses.
Arts
fromwww.amny.com
4 months ago

The art of confinement: Rikers Island detainees' work goes on display in Brooklyn | amNewYork

Brian Croskey uses art as a means of expression and coping during his incarceration.
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
4 months ago

In Unit 29, Men Incarcerated in Mississippi Tell Their Stories - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

In the 1960s, over 300 Freedom Riders were arrested and sent to Parchman as they attempted to challenge segregation laws across the country.
Writing
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