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Monday, July 30, 2012  Illinois officials are searching some prison guards and other employees as they're leaving work.

Thursday, July 19, 2012  A Fort Madison prison guard shown kicking an inmate is contesting his dismissal.

Friday, August 26, 2011  Illinois legislators worried about drop in number of prison guards if everyone eligible for retirement takes it next year.

Monday, July 12, 2010  Authorities say a prison guard at the Iowa State Penitentiary is recovering after being attacked by an inmate.

Thursday, February 25, 2010  A Niota Illinois woman who worked at the Fort Madison prison falsifies documents and is now facing theft and misconduct charges.

Monday, June 15, 2009  Some Illinois prison guards are making almost as much in salary as the department director because of mandatory overtime.