New Idaho corrections director talks staffing, rehabilitation, and firing squad plans

New Idaho corrections director talks staffing, rehabilitation, and firing squad plans

Bree Derrick is now at the helm of Idahos prison system, stepping into a key leadership role as the department navigates operational changes and policy shifts.In her first one-on-one interview since being named director of the Idaho Department of Correction, Derrick spoke exclusively with Idaho News 6 about her background, vision for the agency, and whats ahead for the states prison network.RELATED: Claims of mishandling of inmate mail arise at …

LC State holds first ever commencement ceremony at Boise prison

BOISE – Lewis-Clark State College held a commencement ceremony for two graduates of its prison education program at Idaho State Correctional Center (ISCC) on Wednesday. The event was held in the facility’s visiting room and was attended by other students…