Edna Mahan Correctional Facility

Corrections Commissioner Marcus Hicks announced his resignation, one day after a report on violence at the women's prison. Lawmakers had sought his departure.

Governor releases the independent report commissioned after the Jan. 11 violent cell extractions and says a multi-year process to close the prison will begin.

Chronic abuse problems at New Jersey's women's prison led to a half-dozen reform bills being approved this week, with more to follow.

At Assembly hearing on Edna Mahan prison, Corrections Commissioner Marcus Hicks says tenative agreement on consent decree is now before Justice Department.

Four more senior correctional officers have been accused of brutally forcing women from their cells, causing broken bones and a concussion.

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Three correctional officers were charged with official misconduct in connection with a January incident, and authorities say more arrests are likely.