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Journalists: How to Report on Deaths in Jails and Prisons

When you get a tip about a death or multiple deaths in your local jail or prison, there are concrete steps you can take to start investigating.

Investigate This • 01.31.2025

Dozens of Prisoners Allege a Culture of Violence by Guards at Federal Facility in Virginia

In lawsuits and interviews, people held at Lee penitentiary described correctional officers breaking teeth, fracturing ribs and using the N-word.

Feature • 12.17.2024

More States Restricting ‘Excited Delirium’ as Cause of Death in Police Custody

Authorities use the term to describe the condition of some people who die. But some medical organizations say it’s useless or racist pseudoscience.

Closing Argument • 06.15.2024

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