The Vision Behind Ohio’s Juvenile Justice System Transformation
In late 2023, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine established the Juvenile Justice Working Group (JJWG) to conduct a thorough and holistic review of the state’s juvenile justice system.
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Ohio Breaks Ground on Projects Shifting Juvenile Corrections to Smaller Facilities
Ohio officials have launched construction of four new youth corrections facilities in Northeast Ohio intended to support safer operations and more individualized treatment in a smaller setting, part of the state’s efforts to move away from large, centralized campuses.
Ohio Department of Youth Services Recognizes Second Chance Month with Reentry-Centered Events
The importance of rehabilitation and reentry efforts to improve the outcomes and quality of life for formerly incarcerated individuals is well understood across the justice spectrum.
Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections Announces Leadership Change
Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections Director Annette Chambers-Smith has announced that she will be leaving the Department for a role in Gov. Mike DeWine’s office, where she will offer her expertise on ongoing criminal justice initiatives.
Evolving Spaces Symposium, Pt. II: Rethinking Facilities in Ohio and Virginia
Last week, Correctional News recapped the first two sessions of the Evolving Spaces: Creating Spaces that Work Symposium, presented Feb. 8 during the American Correctional Association’s 2026 Winter Conference in Long Beach, Calif.
Correctional News Welcomes New Editorial Advisory Board, Industry Knowledge Council Members
Correctional News is honored to announce the latest additions to its Editorial Advisory Board and Industry Knowledge Council.
A New Model for Youth Corrections in the Midwest
In the corrections field, there aren’t many one-size-fits-all solutions.
Caring for Justice-Involved Youth: The Ohio Department of Youth Services’ Model of Comprehensive Juvenile Healthcare
Caring for justice-involved youth demands a holistic, trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate approach that addresses not only their immediate needs but also fosters long-term health and well-being.
DeSoto Supervisors Green Light Jail Addition
HERNANDO, Miss. — DeSoto County supervisors recently approved the second phase of construction on the DeSoto County jail, which will include space for 268 new inmates. When completed, the addition will greatly increase the county’s inmate housing capacity, bringing the jail up to 572 beds.