California has started easing lockdowns at some of its prisons after a recent spike in violence led to restrictions at 21 facilities. While some inmates are regaining movement and privileges, others remain under tight controls as officials continue to monitor safety risks.

Editor’s Note: Prison conditions are a barometer of broader safety and policy challenges—when violence spikes, lockdowns disrupt rehabilitation efforts and family connections. This partial lifting suggests cautious progress, but ongoing restrictions remind us that systemic issues in corrections aren’t easily solved. For families of inmates and advocates, it’s a mixed signal: some relief, but not yet resolution.

Two more former corrections officers at California's notorious "rape club" prison have been charged, bringing the total to 10 individuals accused of sexual abuse at the Federal Correctional Institution in Dublin. This latest development suggests the scandal is far from over, with more potential charges looming as investigations continue.

Editor’s Note: This story isn't just about a few bad actors—it exposes systemic abuse within the prison system, raising urgent questions about oversight and accountability. If even federal facilities can't prevent such widespread misconduct, it signals deep flaws in how we handle corrections. For survivors and advocates, these charges are a small step toward justice, but the bigger fight is making sure this doesn't keep happening.