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Above the Call
CMC officers help driver after truck burst into flames
Two correctional officers from California Men’s Colony (CMC) helped a driver after her truck burst into flames on Interstate 5.…
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Inside CDCR 2025: A look back at the top stories
From tales of heroism and community involvement to rehabilitation and the people behind those efforts, Inside CDCR looks back at…
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CDCR transportation officers assist crash victims
While returning to California Men’s Colony from a southern California transport, two CDCR transportation officers recently assisted victims in a…
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Watch: Meet Hector Castillo, parole agent
Inside CDCR caught up with Hector Castillo, a parole agent in Salinas who works with the GPS unit. He discusses…
Appointments & Promotions
MCSP hosts sergeant promotion ceremony
Mule Creek State Prison (MCSP) hosted a correctional sergeant promotion ceremony, honoring the dedication and professional achievements of custody staff…
Awards & Appreciation
CCWF hosts staff Clover Awards Ceremony
Central California Women’s Facility (CCWF) recently hosted its first Clover Awards Ceremony, recognizing staff who lead with integrity, courage, and…
Beyond the Badge
CMF hosts annual Paws for Life banquet
The gymnasium at California Medical Facility (CMF) in Vacaville was transformed for the annual banquet honoring Paws for Life K-9…
CALPIA
CALCTRA graduates earn job certifications at FSP
California Correctional Training and Rehabilitation Authority (CALCTRA) recognized 126 incarcerated individuals during a graduation ceremony at Folsom State Prison (FSP).…
CDCR Time Capsule
1990 Medal of Valor ceremony honors 27 staff
The 1990 Medal of Valor ceremony was held May 25 at the State Capitol, paying tribute to 27 staff members.…
Community Involvement
CDCR staff, incarcerated make Easter special
Across California, CDCR and CCHCS staff helped make Easter special for children in the community as well as families visiting…
DAPO
Reentry Unit hosts Women’s Empowerment event
The Division of Adult Parole Operations (DAPO) Community Reentry Unit recently hosted the Central District Women’s Empowerment event. Held March…
Dog News
CMF hosts annual Paws for Life banquet
The gymnasium at California Medical Facility (CMF) in Vacaville was transformed for the annual banquet honoring Paws for Life K-9…
Employee Wellness
Watch: CDCR launches staff alcohol awareness campaign
The department recognizes the difficult job performed by staff and the sacrifices they make every day. We also recognize staff…
Firefighters
Watch: CMF Fire demonstrates new rescue tools
Thanks to grants and the hard work of staff, the California Medical Facility (CMF) Fire Department now has new tools…
Mexico prison staff tour Oak Glen Conservation Camp
Corrections staff from the Queretaro State Prison in Mexico toured Oak Glen Conservation Camp to learn about California’s fire camp…
Ventura Training Center visits CMC’s Camp Cuesta
Participants from the Ventura Training Center (VTC) hit the road to talk with incarcerated fire crews about the center’s resources.…
Inside CDCR Videos
Second Chance Month: Meet Antón Irvin
Editor’s Note: April marks Second Chance Month, recognizing the impact of rehabilitation and reentry in supporting success after incarceration. Across…
Jobs & Training
Mule Creek ISU disrupts crime, contraband
At Mule Creek State Prison, the Investigative Services Unit (ISU) helps keep the institution safe, out of sight and behind…
Obituaries
CSP‑Sacramento mourns loss of Captain Cory Martincek
California State Prison-Sacramento is mourning the passing of Cory Martincek, a correctional captain who has been with the department for…
Prison Health Care
WSP‑RC holds population health, wellness fair
Wasco State Prison-Reception Center (WSP-RC) held a health and wellness fair for the incarcerated population during the week of March…
Rehabilitation
CDCR staff, incarcerated make Easter special
Across California, CDCR and CCHCS staff helped make Easter special for children in the community as well as families visiting…
Secretary's Corner
Secretary Macomber thanks staff for hard work
In this video message, CDCR Secretary Jeff Macomber thanks staff for their hard work while looking back at 2024 milestones.…
Sports
SQRC Torch Run Kick Off supports Special Olympics
San Quentin Rehabilitation Center (SQRC) got the department started in style for this year’s Law Enforcement Torch Run with a…
Unlocking History
Go behind SQ grave marker of Ah Sun
A photo of a grave marker in a local newsletter led San Quentin (SQ) Museum volunteer Jeff Craemer to ask…
Victim & Survivor Rights
Watch: Thomas Morgan discusses Victim Offender Dialogue
Thanks to the Victim Offender Dialogue program, when the person who shot Thomas Morgan was up for parole, he advocated…