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Illinois Department of Corrections Adult Advisory Board met June 24
Illinois Department of Corrections Adult Advisory Board met Tuesday, June 24.
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FOIA request sent to Illinois Department of Corrections regarding state prisons warden details on June 23, 2025
FOIA Request to Illinois Department of Corrections regarding state prisons warden name and headshot on June 23, 2025.
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Il. Dept. of Corrections FOIA response: 85 'transgender' inmates housed at women's prison including 12 biological males
The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) has confirmed that 85 transgender inmates are currently housed at Logan Correctional Center, the state’s only women’s prison—12 of which are biological males.
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FOIA Request Sent to Illinois Department of Corrections Regarding Transgender Inmates and Rape Allegations at Logan Correctional Center on May 23, 2025
FOIA Request to Illinois Department of Corrections Regarding Transgender Inmates and Rape Allegations at Logan Correctional Center on May 23, 2025.
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Anti-government secrecy group demands Illinois disclose details on illegal alien criminals in custody
An organization that helps citizens obtain public records is demanding State of Illinois and county officials release details on how many and which illegal aliens with immigration detainers are currently in their custody.
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FOIA Request Sent to Illinois Department of Corrections Regarding Immigration Detainer Records on January 29, 2025
FOIA Request to Illinois Department of Corrections Regarding Immigration Detainer Records on January 29, 2025.
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Illinois Department of Corrections Adult Advisory Board met December 17
Illinois Department of Corrections Adult Advisory Board met 10 a.m. Tuesday, December 17
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Illinois seeks management team for new correctional facility projects
The Illinois Capital Development Board (CDB), in collaboration with the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC), has announced a Request for Proposal (RFP) seeking a qualified Construction Management and Owner's Advisor team.
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Illinois Department of Corrections Adult Advisory Board met Sept. 24
Illinois Department of Corrections Adult Advisory Board met Tuesday, Sept. 24
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Illinois Department of Corrections met June 26
Illinois Department of Corrections met Wednesday, June 26
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Illinois Department of Corrections Adult Advisory Board met March 26
Illinois Department of Corrections Adult Advisory Board met Tuesday, March 26
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Illinois Department of Corrections launches wellness course for employee families
The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) recently hosted its inaugural 'Corrections Wellness for Families' course at John A. Logan College in Carterville, Illinois. The event was aimed at adult family members of frontline employees from seven correctional facilities in the southern region of the state. The initiative marks a significant step as it is the first time a state correctional agency in the United States has extended a staff wellness program to include family members.
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Illinois Department of Corrections launches wellness workshop for families
The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) has announced a new wellness course aimed at supporting the families of frontline correctional employees. This initiative marks the first time a state correctional agency in the United States has extended such a program to family members.
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Pritzker announces major reconstruction plans for two Illinois correctional centers
Governor JB Pritzker, in collaboration with the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC), has announced a plan to allocate capital funds for the reconstruction of Logan Correctional Center in Lincoln and Stateville Correctional Center in Crest Hill. This initiative aims to address critical infrastructure issues at these facilities, which have faced years of disinvestment.
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Illinois Department of Corrections announces statewide hiring events for March and April
The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) is set to participate in over 20 public hiring events across the state during March and April. These events aim to inform potential applicants about career opportunities within the agency. Attendees will have the chance to meet IDOC recruiters, who will be available to answer questions and assist with on-the-spot applications.
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Illinois Department of Corrections Adult Advisory Board met Dec. 12
Illinois Department of Corrections Adult Advisory Board met Tuesday, Dec. 12
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Illinois Department of Corrections Adult Advisory Board met Sept. 26
Illinois Department of Corrections Adult Advisory Board met Tuesday, Sept. 26
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Illinois Department of Corrections met June 27
Illinois Department of Corrections met Tuesday, June 27
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Annual income: 12 Illinois Department of Corrections employees earn $250,000 or more
12 Illinois Department of Corrections employees earn $250,000 or more annually in Illinois, according to data gathered by the Illinois Comptroller Office.
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Illinois: 145 Illinois Department of Corrections earn $150,000 or more
145 Illinois Department of Corrections employees earn $150,000 or more annually in Illinois, according to data gathered by the Illinois Comptroller Office.