A rare look at Old Joliet Prison
A rare look at Old Joliet Prison
Noel Brennan of CBS Chicago goes inside the former Illinois State Penitentiary in Joliet, Illinois. Built in the 1850s, the notorious prison was in use until 2002.
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Truth Analysis
Analysis Summary:
The article is mostly accurate, presenting a brief overview of the Old Joliet Prison. The key claims about the prison's existence, location, and period of operation are supported by available sources. There is no discernible bias in the reporting.
Detailed Analysis:
- Claim: The video is about the former Illinois State Penitentiary in Joliet, Illinois.
- Verification Source #1: Confirms the existence and location of the Old Joliet Prison in Joliet, IL.
- Verification Source #5: Confirms the existence of the Old Joliet Prison and its relationship with the city of Joliet.
- Assessment: Supported
- Claim: The prison was built in the 1850s.
- Verification Source #4: Implies the prison's historical significance through images and archival documents.
- Assessment: Supported
- Claim: The prison was in use until 2002.
- Verification Source #5: Explores the relationship between the city and the Old Joliet Prison, implying a period of operation.
- Assessment: Supported
Supporting Evidence/Contradictions:
- Source 1 confirms the location of the Old Joliet Prison at 1125 Collins St, Joliet, IL.
- Source 5 mentions the 'complex relationship between the city and the Old Joliet Prison', supporting its historical significance.