Michigan expands ID program to help people leaving jail, prison
Experts say identification is often a first step toward stability, which lowers the chances of recidivism
Investing in Public Safety Press Conference
Hakim Crampton from Citizens for Prison reform and others call for a Michigan budget that invests in prevention, rehabilitation, and reentry
‘Right to hug’ suits claim Michigan jails blocking family visits for profit
‘Right to hug’ suits claim Michigan jails blocking family visits for profit. Article by The Associated Press includes interview with CPR’s Lois Pullano.
From Caregiver to Being Cared For
By Jen Szenay My mom was incarcerated for 33 years — about 80% of my life. Because of that, I’ve spent most of my life navigating our relationship across distance,
One Day. Big Impact. Why Family Fun Day Matters.
Family Fun Day is joyful afternoon of play, connection, and community — designed for children and families impacted by incarceration.
Why Doesn’t the U.S. Government Know How Many People Die in Custody?
Under the Death in Custody Reporting Act, the government is supposed to track how many people die in law enforcement custody — but the data is a mess.
Mass Incarceration and the Family Tax
Mass incarceration costs families with incarcerated loved ones $348 billion every year and locks generations out of the American dream.
People in Jail and Prison in 2024
State and federal prison incarceration rates increased 2.3% between fall 2022 and spring 2024
Audits point to significant security lapses at 3 Michigan prisons
The auditor general found that corrections officers in many cases appeared to falsely state that required cell searches had been completed.
The Failed Intersection: How Our Prison System Is Failing People With Addiction
“Breaking this cycle starts with recognizing addiction for what it really is: a health issue requiring healthcare solutions, not criminal ones.”