Arizona prisons shift from physical to digital mail, families say it ‘dehumanizes’ loved ones

Arizona's new policy shifts inmate mail to digital scans starting Dec. 15, aiming to curb contraband. However, families worry about its impact on loved ones.
AZFamily

Trial begins for man accused of killing Scottsdale woman in 2015

PHOENIX (AZFamily) — A trial is underway for a man who is accused of brutally murdering a Scottsdale woman in her own home nearly 11 years ago. Opening statements began on Wednesday morning in the ...

Sending mail to Arizona inmates? These changes are being implemented

PHOENIX (AZFamily) — New changes are being implemented in how mail is sent to Arizona inmates as we head into the new year.

DNA of former corrections officer found on inmate he’s accused of assaulting, authorities say

The DNA of a former corrections officer at the Atlantic County jail charged with sexually assaulting an inmate was found on ...
WIS TV

At least 4 inmates at prison found having seizures before being taken to hospital, officials say

GOODYEAR, Ariz. (KPHO/Gray News) — Officials said multiple inmates at an Arizona prison were taken to a hospital after they were found having seizures Sunday morning. First responders were dispatched ...
The New York Times

Former Prison Psychologist Awarded $16.8 Million Over Ignored Inmate’s Threat

A California jury found that Beth Fischgrund was wrongfully terminated and defamed after she reported an inmate’s violent threat at Salinas Valley State Prison in California. By Mark Walker A jury ...
WSET

Officials identify inmate accused of killing corrections officer at Virginia prison

The Virginia State Police (VSP) has provided more information on a fatal crash involving a pedestrian. GALLERY: Snow dazzles across Central Virginia Snow seen across Central Virginia on December 5, ...