The following stories also address jails and prison problems

The article highlights multiple journalism investigations into prison and jail system problems, including issues with overcrowding, recidivism, and the private prison industry's accountability.

The following stories also address jails and prison problems:

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Story #16665. The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette finds that many criminals convicted of felonies are receiving second, third and fourth chances because of crowded prisons and overworked courts.

Story #16545. Mother Jones takes a look at a private prison in Youngstown, Ohio, run by Corrections Corporation of America.

Story #15666. This National Journal story takes a look at the private prison industry, including questions on inmate complaints and accountability.

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