Prison riots in Illinois and Ohio

The transcript describes two major prison incidents. At Menard State Prison in Illinois, a five-day rebellion ended when Governor Adlai Stevenson intervened, leading to the release of hostages and the return of prisoners to their cells. The unrest was due to complaints about food and recreation. Meanwhile, at Ohio State Penitentiary in Columbus, a riot resulted in the destruction of six buildings and required intervention by the National Guard. Despite efforts to control the situation, many prisoners remained out of control, highlighting ongoing issues of prison violence.

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