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What’s So Scary About Treatable Conditions Behind Bars?

Medicines, procedures, and specialists can be scarce in prison, or people don’t get them until it’s too late.

Closing Argument • 12.13.2025

Nurses Say Staff Shortage at Missouri Prison Means Skipped Medication, Long Waits for Care

Current and former employees at Jefferson City Correctional Center say the shortage is causing unrest. They blame the state’s contractor, Centurion Health.

St. Louis • 12.08.2025

Dozens Locked in Hinds County’s Jails Without an Indictment — Some for Over a Year

The newly appointed federal receiver has asked the county’s district attorney to move more cases, while the DA has asked the county for more money.

Jackson • 12.05.2025

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