CCC Retires Flag Marking Official Closure of the Facility

In a quiet unannounced ceremony on June 30th, the American Flag that flew above the California Correctional Center was retired, marking the official closure of the prison. The ceremony was planned by the few remaining staff at the prison.The city of Susanville fought a... Read More.

University Research Group Propose Unique Repurposing of Shuttered CCC

A whiskey distillery and data center are among seven repurposing suggestions for the California Correctional Center once shuttered as a group of student researchers proposed. Brown University Students and their Professor, John Eason, spent over 1000 hours over a 15-week course researching and developing... Read More.

CDCR Releases Key Closure Dates for CCC

The Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation has released key closure dates for the California Correctional Center. As of September 7th, the temporary restraining order was lifted by a decision of the court initiating planning closure activities. The department will issue a Seniority Score Verification... Read More.

Special City Council Meeting to Discuss Ruling in CCC Case

Following the ruling in the CCC case, the Susanville City Council will hold a meeting no later than Monday the 12th. In a statement released by the council, their concern is for CCC employees and their families. The city attorney will brief the council,... Read More.

Judge Lifts TRO to Close CCC

After a year-long battle to fight the State in closing the California Correctional Center, Judge Moody has ruled to lift the injunction and allow CDCR to resume the closure of the prison.It can be inferred by the judge's words that he made this decision... Read More.

Briefs in Ongoing Battle for CCC Due Back to the Court Today

Today by 9 am, briefs in the ongoing litigation between the City of Susanville and The Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation for the announced closure of the California Correctional Center, CCC, are due back to the Judge.During the August 26th proceedings, Judge Moody found... Read More.