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Rikers Island prison complex cannot be closed by 2027 due to delays and opposition.

City officials remain unrealistic about closing Rikers without proper facility replacements.

The Rikers Commission's blueprint outlines essential reforms for safely closing Rikers Island by 2027, emphasizing urgent systemic changes to address safety and health issues.

Harvey Weinstein's situation at Rikers Island underscores the broader issues of medical neglect and dangerous conditions within the jail.

Darrell Smith's trial centers on alleged sexual abuse of inmates, exposing a pattern of manipulation and coercion during his time at FCI Dublin.

Italy's first sex room for prisoners was established, allowing inmates intimate meetings with partners after a court ruling.

Trump considered sending U.S. prisoners, including citizens, to El Salvador, despite legal limitations.

El Salvador agrees to accept U.S. criminals in exchange for a fee, while the U.S. supports its nuclear energy development.

The Trump administration is utilizing Salvadoran prisons for American criminals, arguing that international detention offers solutions beyond U.S. legal bounds.

Fox News hosts expressed uncertainty over the legality of sending US prisoners to El Salvador's CECOT prison.

President Bukele's offer to imprison U.S. convicts in El Salvador raises legal and ethical questions, even as it reflects a shared stance on criminal justice.

New York state prisons will release inmates early due to a critical shortage of corrections officers.

Two New York corrections officers were indicted for the murder of Messiah Nantwi, highlighting systemic issues in the state's prison system.

A tentative agreement was reached to end the illegal strike in New York state prisons, addressing staffing and operational concerns.

Incarcerated people are facing neglect and starvation, highlighting a significant civil rights crisis tied to private prison companies and government oversight.

San Quentin is transforming into a rehabilitation hub inspired by Nordic models, signaling a significant shift in California's incarceration philosophy.

California's new bills aim to reform women's prisons and address the unique challenges faced by women inmates.

Prisons are preparing for a possible surge in offenders due to potential civil unrest, with no emergency measures planned such as early release schemes.

The UK government is considering shorter sentences for serious offenders to combat prison overcrowding.

New York Attorney General Letitia James recused her office from investigating inmate death to avoid conflict of interest, appointing a special prosecutor.

French MPs support shorter prison sentences for minor offences, allowing jail terms of a month or less.

The rising number of elderly inmates faces challenges finding post-incarceration care, highlighting systemic flaws in the healthcare system for this demographic.

A former prison officer was sentenced to 21 months for a sexual relationship with an inmate, highlighting manipulation in prison settings.

Calls for reforms in prison conjugal visit policies after two women were killed during visits.

British prisoners on indefinite jail terms face potential arbitrary detention, being subjected to psychological torture under abolished Imprisonment for Public Protection sentences.

The plight of incarcerated veterans and efforts for their rehabilitation are crucial topics highlighted in Jason Higgins' 'Prisoners After War.'

Trump's executive order exposes transgender prisoners to increased risk of violence by mandating housing them in men's prisons.

New guidelines for transgender inmates restrict their rights and ensure compliance with President Trump's executive order on gender recognition.

A judge ordered the transfer of two transgender women back to women's prisons, highlighting ongoing legal issues surrounding transgender rights and protections in the federal system.

TS Madison criticizes Trump's executive order that undermines trans identities and protections, asserting that identity cannot be legislated away.

Transgender individuals face increased violence in prisons not matching their gender identity.

A federal judge blocked Trump's executive order against transgender individuals' rights in prisons.

The Biden administration has released 11 detainees from Guantánamo, significantly reducing its population and tackling long-standing issues about the prison's future.

Leroy Douglas highlights the cruelty of indefinite IPP sentences, having served excessively beyond his minimum term without a path to release.

Conversion of a defunct women's prison into a migrant detention center raises concerns due to its troubled past with abuse and neglect.

The U.S. has the highest number of prisoners globally, greatly impacting social issues such as crime and poverty.

FCI Dublin may reopen as an immigrant detention center, reflecting the government's need for increased bed space amid ICE's enforcement efforts.

The potential repurposing of FCI Dublin for ICE detainees poses significant concerns regarding undocumented immigrant treatment.

Andrew Jarecki's new documentary exposes horrific prison conditions in Alabama, challenging viewers to confront the severity of cruelty and neglect in the system.

AI technology could enhance educational access and engagement for prisoners in the UK.

Thomas White's ongoing incarceration reflects failures in the mental health care system, particularly under the indeterminate IPP sentence that exacerbates his condition.

Marnz Malone uses his music to highlight the harsh realities of prison life and mental health crises, inspired by a tragic suicide incident.

Systemic failures in the prison healthcare system contributed to Haydar Jefferies' tragic death.