CDCR Weekender
Weekender is the Saturday publication of the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR).
Kern Valley State Prison recently celebrated National Skilled Trades Day, honoring those who keep the institution running. The correctional plant...
In this Weekender Digest, we look back at the top seven recent stories, condensing them into this easy-to-read format. Inside...
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On Friday, 41 new parole agents graduated the Basic Parole Agent Academy at the Richard A. McGee Correctional Training Center...
After surviving a vehicle fire, Rainbow Brockenborough has turned her scars into advocacy for other burn victims. Brockenborough, a CCHCS...
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April 11 was already a day of immense pride for Cadet Tory Brandsen, but it became even more special when...
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Ernie Shimizu honors fallen service members and first responders through marathons, music, and meaningful volunteerism. A respected attorney, seasoned opera...
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CDCR welcomed 155 new correctional officers April 11 as they graduated the Basic Correctional Officer Academy. The following Monday, the...
Across California, CDCR and CCHCS staff, along with help from the incarcerated population, celebrated spring and Easter with donations to...
When off-duty Salinas Valley State Prison Correctional Officer Grady was driving with K-9 Anna earlier this year, he saw a...
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CDCR recruiters collaborated with Sacramento State University by participating in two recent events aimed at attracting future correctional officers. The...
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