Stabbings, lawsuits and ‘dropout’ gang chaos in California prisons
Maurice Vasquez dances in his prison cell to blaring rap music, wearing a straw hat and designer glasses.…
Lawsuit claims deputies at L.A. women’s jail watched inmates shower
A federal lawsuit filed on behalf of dozens of current and former inmates in Los Angeles County’s women’s…
75-Year-Old Inmate Who Died of Natural Causes In LA Central Jail Identified
A 75-year-old inmate who died at the Men’s Central Jail died of natural causes, the Los Angeles County…
Homicide Investigation Launches After Inmate Killed in LA Central Jail
An inmate’s death Tuesday morning at the Men’s Central Jail in Los Angeles has prompted an investigation by…
Sacramento County Sheriff’s toy project to spread Christmas cheer
As many prepare for Thanksgiving, the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office is getting ready for Christmas with its annual…
Officials question sheriff’s report on sex abuse in L.A. jails
There hasn’t been a “substantiated” allegation of sexual abuse by staff against an inmate in the nation’s largest…
Nonprofit sues O.C.-based Hyundai, Kia alleging unfair labor practices
A nonprofit organization on Friday sued Orange County-based carmakers Hyundai and Kia, alleging the companies have been violating…
Jury awards $16.8 million to California prison doctor who complained about inmate’s threat
A jury awarded a $16.8-million judgment to a California prison doctor who alleged her employer did not respond…
Orange County Deputy Suspected of Sexually Assaulting Inmate Arrested
An Orange County Sheriff’s Department deputy suspected of sexually assaulting an inmate has been arrested, authorities announced Thursday.…