Sheriffs release some convicted inmates early

Officers in Androscoggin and Oxford counties freeing up jail space.

Cumberland County Jail inmate quarantined, tested for coronavirus

The man was being held on a probation violation for traffic offenses.

Advocates call for releasing some Maine inmates as jails, courts try to limit infections

The American Civil Liberties Union has urged governors in all 50 states to release inmates with less than a year left on their sentences.

Androscoggin County Jail could close under LePage administration proposal

Can’t incarcerate our way out of drug problem

Lawmakers propose $2 million in emergency funds to county jails

Rep. Michel Lajoie: Legislation would continue progress with county jail system