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In review: Corrections policy draws scrutiny, women's prison in limbo, frustrations in Burlington

Vermont's top journalists join moderator Mitch Wertlieb to delve into the most important news stories of the week.

Vermont Public · September 4, 2026

Lawmakers scrutinize the Department of Corrections' policy that's keeping more prisoners past their minimum sentences. Plus, frustrations are mounting as a new women's prison remains in limbo.

And the Vermont GOP appoints a candidate with no legal background to take on Chittenden County State's Attorney Sarah George in November's election.

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