Illinois plans to demolish Logan Correctional Center and rebuild it in Crest Hill, 130 miles away, causing concerns about impact on employees, inmates, and their families.
Opposition fills a gym in Lincoln, Illinois during a Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability meeting, as the state plans to demolish Logan Correctional Center. The Illinois Department of Corrections pushes for rebuilding the facility in Crest Hill, 130 miles away, citing more programs available for inmates in the northern region of Illinois. Community members and employees express concerns about the impact on the 500+ employees, women prisoners, and their families, who may face longer travel times to visit.
June 14, 2024
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