Today’s prisons often resemble medieval “oubliettes”, in which offenders are locked up to punish them for their actions and to protect society. Research shows this approach can worsen, rather than ...

UNION COUNTY, Ohio — The former chief humane agent for the Union County Humane Society will spend over 15 years in prison for charges concerning the deaths of 18 dogs. Baldwin was facing 53 counts ...

A green revolution is sprouting behind the nation’s prison walls, as more nonprofits work to make sure prisoners return to society healthier, more peaceful, and more productive. Inmates care for ...

Erik and Lyle Menendez lead a prison beautification project inspired by Norway's humane model. Norway’s approach emphasizes rehabilitation and low recidivism. The project aims to transform their ...

COPENHAGEN, Denmark -- Nearly 30 years after they killed their parents, Erik and Lyle Menendez launched a beautification project in the California prison where they're serving life sentences. Their ...

COPENHAGEN (AP) — Nearly 30 years after they killed their parents, Erik and Lyle Menendez launched a beautification project in the California prison where they're serving life sentences. Their project ...