Don Chaddock, Inside CDCR editor, Author at Inside CDCR

Cathy Lowas is often described as a force of nature. A journeyman electrician in the private sector, she wasn’t exposed...

In honor of May 7-13 being Teacher Appreciation Week, I would like to take this opportunity to send a thank...

Completing 13 weeks of training, the Basic Correctional Officer Academy saw 190 cadets graduate Friday, April 28.

The Peer Literacy Mentor Program (PLMP) held its first open house April 13 in the Education Department at California Medical...

In honor of National Nurses Week, observed May 6-12, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to our nurses for...

Jody Chambers, retired correctional officer, unexpectedly passed away May 3, 2023. He was 55 years old. He worked for CDCR...

While driving to work in the early morning, Correctional Officer John Costello came across a single-car accident. At 4:35 in...

For 39 years, the first full week of May has been recognized as National Correctional Officers Week. As a 24/7/365...

Sam Xiong, retired Electronics Technician, passed away April 24, 2023. He began his CDCR career at Avenal State Prison in...

Debbie Alexander Costa, a retired Dental Office Technician, passed away April 8, 2023.

Author: Don Chaddock, Inside CDCR editor