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How America’s Patchwork of Death-In-Custody Rules Is Failing Families

Bodies of people who die in custody can be cremated, even when it violates their religion, or be donated to science without consent, finds new report.

Analysis • 10.08.2026

Missouri Journalists: How to Access the State Prison System’s Comprehensive Death Data

The Missouri Department of Corrections generated its first report with every prison death in its system. Here’s how to use it.

Investigate This • 12.12.2025

These Families Wanted to Lay Their Loved Ones to Rest. They Had to Bring Them Home From Prison First.

Policies that dictate what happens after a death behind bars often add new layers of pain — and financial and logistical challenges — for those left behind.

Feature • 10.29.2025

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