prison
Coverage of prison in the Nexus archive.
- Another Hawaiʻi Prison Death Has Family Seeking Answers
Denise Foster died of injuries following an incident, according to a corrections official speaking to her family. The Foster family contradicted this account, stating that they learned Denise was attacked inside her cell.
- Man sentenced to 16 years for propositioning undercover officer posing as minor
A man from Hampton was sentenced to 15 years in prison for sexually propositioning an undercover officer online. The alleged crime took place when the officer was posing as a 14-year-old girl during October 2025.
- Tarrant County man convicted of offering fake legal services to jail inmates
A man in Tarrant County was convicted for falsely representing himself as a lawyer and offering fake legal services to jail inmates. He will serve a 10-year prison sentence for the offense.
- State corrections policy must do better than more of the same
The article critiques current state corrections policies, arguing for a shift from focusing on prison management to prioritizing desired system outcomes. It questions the effectiveness of existing approaches and emphasizes the need for governors to define clear objectives for the corrections system.
- White cop won't get early release for murdering black woman who dialed 911 after he told prison that his colon cancer has now spread to his liver and lungs
A white police officer will not receive early release for murdering a Black woman who had called 911. The officer informed prison authorities that his colon cancer has spread to his liver and lungs.
- A Typo Landed an Innocent Gamer in Prison for 18 Months
Brandon Klayme served 18 months in prison after authorities arrested, charged, and convicted him based on a typo involving an underscore in a username. The error led to his wrongful conviction.
- State watchdog prompts Red Onion officials to address 'repeated lockdowns'
Frequent lockdowns at Red Onion, Virginia's only supermax prison, are disrupting inmates' access to visitations, medical care, and other support services, according to a state watchdog report. The watchdog has prompted officials to address these repeated lockdowns.
- Ghana's community service bill: A fix for the prison crisis?
Ghana's community service bill proposes community service as an alternative to prison sentences for minor offenses to decongest prisons and prevent overcrowding. The bill aims to address the prison crisis by reducing incarceration rates through non-custodial sentencing.
- 'They all want to have a go at him': Inside Vickrum Digwa's prison nightmare as insiders reveal why Henry Nowak's killer has a target on his back, the groups hunting him... and what happened on his first night in jail
Vickrum Digwa, identified as Henry Nowak's killer, faces threats and a target on his back while in prison. Insiders reveal groups are hunting him, and the article details events from his first night in jail.
- 'Thriving' personal trainer freed from prison after 20 years thrown back in after release date error
A thriving personal trainer was freed from prison after 20 years due to a release date error. The error in their release date led to their eventual release.
- One second he was propped on the window ledge. The next he'd gone: Devastated family reveal what really happened to British two-year-old who fell to his death from five-star Cyprus hotel... and his father's anguish in hellhole prison
A British two-year-old fell to his death from a five-star hotel in Cyprus. His family disclosed details about the incident, and his father is reportedly suffering in a difficult prison environment.
- Speedboat killer Jack Shepherd charged with attacking new girlfriend after release from prison
Jack Shepherd, known as the 'Speedboat killer,' has been charged with attacking his new girlfriend after his release from prison. The incident occurred following his release, as indicated in the title.
- Shocking reinvention of Florida teacher dubbed 'too pretty for prison' after sex abuse of 14-year-old student stunned nation
A Florida teacher was dubbed 'too pretty for prison' following a sex abuse case involving a 14-year-old student, which shocked the nation. The incident led to her criminal conviction and subsequent public scrutiny.
- Spain’s Dominion Makes Chile a Priority Market for Growth
Spanish group Dominion is prioritizing Chile for growth, focusing on prison, hospital, data-center, and renewable-energy projects after operating in the country for two decades.
- Ex-cemetery manager gets prison for not paying restitution
The former general manager of the Albany Rural Cemetery was sentenced to prison for failing to pay restitution as part of a plea deal. The conviction relates to unpaid restitution obligations.
- Nadine Menendez ordered to surrender to prison Friday amid ongoing breast cancer treatments
Nadine Menendez has been ordered to surrender to prison on Friday while continuing breast cancer treatments.
- Nadine Menendez ordered to surrender to prison Friday amid ongoing breast cancer treatments
Nadine Menendez has been ordered to surrender to prison amid ongoing breast cancer treatments.
- Nadine Menendez ordered to surrender to prison Friday amid ongoing breast cancer treatments
Nadine Menendez has been ordered to surrender to prison amid ongoing breast cancer treatments. The court directive requires her to report to prison on Friday.
- Nadine Menendez ordered to surrender to prison Friday amid ongoing breast cancer treatments
Nadine Menendez has been ordered to surrender to prison while continuing her breast cancer treatments. The court directive mandates her immediate incarceration despite ongoing medical care.
- Michigan releases prison autopsy, transfers inmate who alleged mold sickness
Michigan has released a prison autopsy and transferred an inmate who alleged mold sickness. The inmate's transfer follows the release of the autopsy findings.
- A monster in disguise: 'Petrified' Jamie Varley tries to hide his identity in prison as inmates put a bounty on his head and send him death threats
Jamie Varley is hiding his identity in prison as inmates have placed a bounty on his head and sent him death threats.
- Massive brawl at Sri Lanka prison leaves at least 26 dead, 77 hospitalized
A massive brawl at a prison in Sri Lanka resulted in at least 26 deaths, including seven prison officials and 19 inmates, with 77 others hospitalized.
- Deadly clashes break out at prison in Sri Lanka
Officials in Sri Lanka reported deadly clashes at a prison on the outskirts of the capital, Colombo. The incident occurred at a prison near the city.
- Sri Lankan police say a deadly clash has broken out at a prison outside the capital
Sri Lankan police reported a deadly clash at a prison located outside the country's capital. The incident occurred as per information provided by the police.
- 'Obsessive and jealous… an evil psychopath.' Kept in a cell for 39 years after she murdered her love rival and refused parole NINE times, this is Britain's longest serving female prisoner... and why she's about to be freed
A woman imprisoned for 39 years after murdering her love rival has refused parole nine times and is about to be released. She is described as Britain's longest-serving female prisoner and is characterized as an 'evil psychopath.'
- Benefit cheat who stole £37,000 after claiming she was too sick to take a bath avoids prison after being caught pulling pints at pub
A woman who stole £37,000 by falsely claiming she was too sick to take a bath avoided prison after being caught working at a pub. The case highlights fraudulent benefit claims and the consequences of deception.
- ‘Hugging is forbidden’: women jailed for life – in pictures
Former public defender Sara Bennett spent 13 years photographing women convicted of homicide, documenting their lives in prison and re-entry into the outside world.
- The signs I missed that I was sleeping next to a killer: My husband dismembered his secret girlfriend with a machete. 14 years later, we're still together... this is why I can't wait for him to get out of prison
The author's husband dismembered his secret girlfriend with a machete 14 years ago, and they remain married. She expresses anticipation for his prison release.
- Katie Price's husband Lee Andrews 'is named as the lead defendant in newly unearthed Dubai court battle' - after being released from hell-hole prison
Katie Price's husband Lee Andrews is named as the lead defendant in a newly unearthed Dubai court battle following his release from prison.
- ‘We want that bond to remain’: the program helping incarcerated fathers see their loved ones
A program is helping incarcerated fathers connect with their families through a Father’s Day event at a prison. The event aimed to strengthen parental bonds and support mental health, with families traveling long distances to participate in emotional reunions.
- Lee Andrews claims he lost 20lbs in Dubai's 'hell-hole prison' as he hints he could move to the UK despite claims he'll be 'thrown back in jail if he doesn't pay his debts'
Lee Andrews claims he lost 20lbs in Dubai's 'hell-hole prison' and is considering moving to the UK despite claims he could be 'thrown back in jail if he doesn't pay his debts'.
- Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann's ex-wife reacts to his sentencing as monster who killed eight women is transferred to new prison to begin life behind bars
Rex Heuermann, a serial killer who killed eight women, was sentenced to life in prison and transferred to a new facility. His ex-wife reacted to the sentencing.
- Illinois Town Loses a Prison, Leaving Residents Worried About Jobs
An Illinois town has lost a prison, causing concern among residents about job security. The downtown business district in Lincoln has become quieter over the years.
- Rosie O’Donnell reunites with daughter Chelsea in prison after years of family turmoil
Rosie O’Donnell reunited with her daughter Chelsea in prison following years of family turmoil. Chelsea's probation was revoked in October.
- Rosie O’Donnell reunites with daughter Chelsea in prison after years of family turmoil
Rosie O’Donnell reunited with her daughter Chelsea in prison after years of family turmoil. Chelsea's probation was revoked in October.
- Sam Bankman-Fried loses appeal to overturn fraud convictions and prison
Sam Bankman-Fried loses appeal to overturn fraud convictions and prison. If he has no remaining avenues, he would be eligible for release in 2044.
- 6th DUI arrest for Addison man after report of driver slumped over wheel
An Addison man faces a sixth DUI arrest after being reported slumped over the steering wheel. The suspect could receive a prison sentence of six to 33 years if convicted.
- Ghislaine Maxwell's most outrageous prison diva moment yet: Inside the Epstein madam's $30 fleece fiasco that locked her prison down for FIVE HOURS
Ghislaine Maxwell's prison incident involving a $30 fleece caused a five-hour lockdown. The article describes the event as a 'diva moment' and refers to her as Epstein's madam.
- Ghislaine Maxwell's most outrageous prison diva moment yet: Inside the Epstein madam's $30 fleece fiasco that locked her prison down for FIVE HOURS
Ghislaine Maxwell was involved in a prison incident over a $30 fleece, causing a five-hour lockdown. The article refers to her as the Epstein madam, though no further details are provided in the content.
- Katie Price says she 'never thought' her husband Lee Andrews had ghosted her when he was arrested and insists he'll be released from prison 'next week'... despite refusing to give him any money
Katie Price claims she never believed her husband Lee Andrews ghosted her during his arrest and asserts he will be released from prison next week, despite refusing to provide him with money.