Nebraska Prison Crowding, Reforms on Agenda
Nebraska prison crowding, reforms on agenda
The state currently has eight reporting centers where inmates on probation and parole report for community-based counseling on substance abuse, job skills and anger management. Currently about 26 percent of inmates released from prison commit new …
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Leaving prison with 'something more'
“When released back into society, this population has an extremely difficult time getting jobs due to their prison records, but for those without sufficient education and literacy skills, finding employment is nearly impossible.” “We know that …
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Families say they are victims of troubled Colorado Springs shelter programs
Kaplan and six family members moved into the small room from a homeless shelter when the owner promised them work remodeling the motel into housing for mothers receiving substance abuse treatment. The owner changed her mind leaving Kaplan and …
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