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News
January 16, 2018
When Your Prison Becomes Your Paycheck
Some states are welcoming back ex-offenders to work behind bars.
By
Maurice Chammah
and
Joseph Neff
Life Inside
October 27, 2016
After Nearly 20 Years in Prison, a Parking Lot Was Heaven
The terror and joy of stepping outside.
By
Carlos Flores
Analysis
June 14, 2016
So You Think a New Prison Will Save Your Town?
Six reasons you’re likely to be disappointed
By
Tom Meagher
&
Christie Thompson
Feature
February 28, 2016
What Prison Guards Really Think About Their Jobs
Listening in on watercooler chatter online.
By
Alysia Santo
Q&A
August 20, 2015
Prisoners Who Fight Wildfires in California: An Insider’s Look
For $2 a day, “It’s a hairy adventure, let me tell you.”
By
Eli Hager
Life Inside
May 19, 2015
A Lifer’s Retirement Plan
Most of us get out old and broke. Not me.
By
Rahsaan Thomas