Author: Don Chaddock, Inside CDCR editor
Some say laughter is the best medicine, but healing hugs can be just as effective, as shown with the Get...
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California Governor Gavin Newsom honored retired CDCR Parole Agent Luis Cardenas with the Gold Star during the annual State Employee...
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The Division of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) is winding down operations as juvenile justice realignment transfers responsibility for the treatment of...
The California Institution for Women (CIW) and architectural students have partnered to enhance staff and population wellbeing through a landscape...
Jason Porter, a correctional officer at CSP-Sacramento, passed away June 16, 2023.
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James "JJ" Johnson, a retired correctional officer, passed away June 18, 2023. He began his career with the department in...
Art celebrating the natural and architectural beauty found throughout California is now showcased at CDCR Headquarters.
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Art and music therapy are providing creative outlets for healing at California State Prison, Sacramento (SAC).
In the spirit of the California Model, Avenal State Prison (ASP) staff and incarcerated artists continue to collaborate to provide...
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Two parole agents and formerly incarcerated juvenile lifers recently shared stories of rehabilitation at California State Prison, Sacramento.
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