The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation has spent tens of millions of dollars paying staff to act as human fire alarms. That’s according to new coverage from our California Newsroom partner, CalMatters. Reporter Cayla Mihalovich explains.

<p>The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation has spent tens of millions of dollars paying staff to act as human fire alarms.&nbsp;That&rsquo;s according to new coverage from our California Newsroom partner, CalMatters.&nbsp;Reporter Cayla Mihalovich explains.</p>

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<p>KQED serves the people of Northern California with a community-supported alternative to commercial media. We provide citizens with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions; convene community dialogue; bring the arts to everyone; and engage audiences to share their stories.</p>