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Caregiver Sentenced to Prison for Theft from Elderly Woman in Sierra County

Wednesday, July 2

On June 26, 2025, Jason Castle, 48, of Sierra County, was sentenced for felony theft from an elder by a caregiver and a misdemeanor conviction of identity theft. The case involved the unlawful taking of funds from an elderly Sierra City woman under his... Read More.

Investigation Underway into Homicide at High Desert State Prison Following Inmate Death

Wednesday, June 11

California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) officials are investigating the June 10, 2025 death of an incarcerated person at High Desert State Prison (HDSP) as a homicide. At approximately 6:41 p.m., incarcerated person Bryan S. Cook allegedly attacked another incarcerated person, Joseph W. Reagan, in the dayroom. Staff... Read More.

Kern Valley State Prison Officials Investigating Death of an Incarcerated Person as a Homicide

Monday, June 9

California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) officials are investigating the June 6, 2025, death of an incarcerated person at Kern Valley State Prison (KVSP) as a homicide.At approximately 10:30 a.m., incarcerated person Mario Renteria allegedly began striking incarcerated person Julian Mendez. Staff... Read More.

Incarcerated Individuals Graduate with Job Certifications and Apprenticeships at High Desert State Prison

Monday, June 2

Twenty graduates of the California Prison Industry Authority (CALPIA) will receive industry-accredited job certifications and/or apprenticeships at a graduation ceremony held at High Desert State Prison on June 11, 2025. This event will take place in front of family and friends.Tommy DeLuna, a former... Read More.

California Plans Potential Prison Closure to Address $12 Billion Budget Deficit

Friday, May 16

California might see another closure of a prison next year, according to Gov. Gavin Newsom's revised budget proposal.The governor did not specify which state prison could be selected as the one that would be closing.The proposal is part of efforts to manage the state's... Read More.

California’s Early Prison Releases During COVID-19 Lead to Murders and High Recidivism Rates

Friday, May 16

Nearly one-third of California prisoners released early during the COVID-19 pandemic by California Gov. Gavin Newsom ended up back in prison, according to California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation data reported by CalMatters.That includes 30 convicted felons who murdered someone AFTER they were released... Read More.

Menendez Brothers resentenced to 50 years to life, will be eligible for parole

Tuesday, May 13

Erik and Lyle Menendez were resentenced on Tuesday to 50 years to life in prison, which makes them eligible for parole -- the latest step in a years-long battle for... Read More.

Homicide Investigation Underway After Inmate Death at High Desert State Prison

Sunday, April 27

California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation officials are investigating the death of an inmate at High Desert State Prison as a homicide. At approximately 10:20 a.m. Saturday, April 26 inmate Rodger A. Brown allegedly attacked another inmate, William J. Couste, on the yard. Officers... Read More.

Inmate Death at Mule Creek State Prison Under Homicide Investigation

Friday, April 4

California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation officials are investigating the April 4, 2025, death of an incarcerated person at Mule Creek State Prison (MCSP) as a homicide.At approximately 6:30 a.m., officers observed incarcerated person Robert E. Cole unresponsive in his cell.... Read More.

CARL BLY FACING OVER 9 YEARS PRISON TO INCLUDE 5-YEAR PROP 36 FENTANYL ENHANCEMENT

Thursday, April 3

Source: Butte County District Attorney's Office Press ReleaseOroville, Butte County, California — In one of Butte County’s first uses of the new Proposition 36 fentanyl “weight enhancement” provisions, an Oroville drug dealer today admitted to possessing over five ounces of fentanyl for sale that... Read More.

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Stories tagged with: prison

Caregiver Sentenced to Prison for Theft from Elderly Woman in Sierra County

Investigation Underway into Homicide at High Desert State Prison Following Inmate Death

Kern Valley State Prison Officials Investigating Death of an Incarcerated Person as a Homicide

Incarcerated Individuals Graduate with Job Certifications and Apprenticeships at High Desert State Prison

California Plans Potential Prison Closure to Address $12 Billion Budget Deficit

California’s Early Prison Releases During COVID-19 Lead to Murders and High Recidivism Rates

Menendez Brothers resentenced to 50 years to life, will be eligible for parole

Homicide Investigation Underway After Inmate Death at High Desert State Prison

Inmate Death at Mule Creek State Prison Under Homicide Investigation

CARL BLY FACING OVER 9 YEARS PRISON TO INCLUDE 5-YEAR PROP 36 FENTANYL ENHANCEMENT

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