In this September 18 special edition, we highlight CDCR's 2026 Medal of Valor Ceremony and the honorees awarded.

Headquarters Human Resources (HR) is mourning the loss of Supervisor Matthew “Matt” Armitage, who passed away Sept. 12, 2026. Services will be held Oct. 3 in Roseville. Armitage began his career with ...

Madri Sherman, a parole agent in the Ceres Office, entered a smoke-filled house, saving two mobility-impaired residents and their dog.

Below are the outcomes of Parole Suitability Hearings scheduled from September 7 through September 11, 2026. Week of September 7th through September 11th (Pr ...

Randell James “Randy” Taylor, a retired correctional sergeant from the Correctional Training Facility (CTF) at Soledad, passed away Aug. 31, 2026. Taylor was 68. He began his career with the ...

ALL SPEAKERS MUST BE ADDED TO THE SPEAKER LIST TO MAKE A COMMENT. You can be added to the speaker list any time between now and the end of the meeting where the case is scheduled to be heard. To be ...

In this September 11 Week in Review, we highlight CIW crowning its first Golden Baker, CSP‑Corcoran’s basketball rivalry and we remember 9/11. CDCR recognizes the lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001 (9/11) ...

Stephen Hardman, a sergeant with California Men’s Colony (CMC) was recognized for his leadership, dedication and service during the annual Law Enforcement Awards Ceremony. Hosted by King David’s Lodge ...

Sabrina Marsh, an alcohol and other drugs counselor at Pelican Bay State Prison in Crescent City, passed away Sept. 3, 2026. She joined the staff at Pelican Bay in April 2025. “Sabrina was a dedicated ...

Brandon Seitz, a correctional sergeant at High Desert State Prison in Susanville, passed away Sept. 3, 2026. A celebration of life will be held Oct. 24 in Reno. Seitz began his career with the ...

Three CDCR K-9s assisting their handlers to help keep institutions safe are Skipper, Tokyo and Yankee. Every day, CDCR K-9s work alongside their handlers to help keep the institutions, staff and ...