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Week in Review: May 15, 2026
2+ day, 18+ hour ago (1597+ words) In this May 15 Week in Review, we highlight the Peace Officers Memorial Day event, a joint LAC enforcement operation resulting in 34 arrests, and spotlight MCSP nurse Molly Coyle. More than 250 personnel launched a coordinated enforcement operation in the San Fernando…...
CDCR honors fallen peace officers
2+ day, 21+ hour ago (449+ words) Beyond the Badge, Featured Stories CDCR joined law enforcement agencies from across the state May 4 for the annual California Peace Officers Memorial ceremony in Sacramento, honoring fallen officers. Did you know? Many CDCR staff are currently in Washington, D. C. , for National…...
Mule Creek hosts staff appreciation
2+ day, 21+ hour ago (264+ words) Mule Creek State Prison in Ione hosted a series of activities to show appreciation to staff across all shifts. Honoring Correctional Officers, Nurses, Teachers and Public Service Recognition Weeks, staff on all watches were treated to snacks and drinks. Management…...
CMC staff focus on mental health
2+ day, 21+ hour ago (336+ words) California Men's Colony (CMC) staff came together for a wellness-focused event hosted by the institution's Mental Health Department. The May 6 event, dubbed Fill Your Cup Day, was held in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month. Observed annually since 1949, Mental Health Awareness…...
Staff appreciation at High Desert State Prison
3+ day, 23+ hour ago (354+ words) Awards and Appreciation, Beyond the Badge, Featured Stories High Desert State Prison in Susanville hosted its annual Staff Appreciation Day, honoring roughly 1, 000 employees for their dedication, adaptability, and professionalism. The May 6 event was organized by the administration during a busy…...
SATF celebrates staff appreciation all week - Inside CDCR
4+ day, 1+ min ago (295+ words) Awards and Appreciation, Beyond the Badge, Front page From May 4-8, staff were treated to food, prizes and giveaways during the annual staff appreciation week. Wednesday was the big event when in-service training and administrative staff hand-delivered free breakfast burritos to…...
Undersecretary Johnson visits CTF-Soledad
4+ day, 23+ hour ago (313+ words) Featured Stories, Jobs, Training and Facilities CDCR Undersecretary of Operations Jason Johnson recently visited the Correctional Training Facility (CTF) at Soledad to meet with staff, tour the institution, and observe operations and rehabilitative programming throughout the facility. During the visit,…...
Centinela hosts weeklong staff appreciation - Inside CDCR
4+ day, 23+ hour ago (323+ words) Awards and Appreciation, Beyond the Badge, Front page Administrators and managers from all areas cooked and provided meals for staff, thanking them for their hard work. California Correctional Peace Officers Association and California Correctional Supervisors Organization were also active participants…...
Gratitude Grams return to North Kern State Prison
4+ day, 23+ hour ago (296+ words) Awards and Appreciation, Beyond the Badge, Front page North Kern State Prison celebrated its second Gratitude Grams project throughout the month of May. The event fostered an atmosphere of appreciation, positivity, and teamwork throughout the institution. According to organizers, this…...
Incarcerated Person Apprehended after Walking Away from Fenner Canyon Conservation Camp in Los Angeles County
5+ day, 9+ hour ago (128+ words) California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation - CDCR (. gov) LOS ANGELES COUNTY " California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) officials announced that the incarcerated person who walked away on May 9, 2026, from Fenner Canyon Conservation Camp in Los Angeles County has been…...