
Posts tagged with Philadelphia Department of Prisons


Over 75% of people tested in Philly jails are positive for COVID-19

Philly jails face new federal lawsuit: Fix dangerous coronavirus conditions or release at-risk people
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‘Scared for their lives’: Inside the coronavirus outbreak in Philadelphia’s jails

Meet 6 Black women leaders in Philly’s criminal justice system

Chill Moody will help raise money for music classes for Philly juvenile inmates
