What is pontiac prison illinois?

Pontiac Prison is a maximum-security correctional facility located in Pontiac, Illinois. It opened in 1871 and has a capacity of approximately 1,900 inmates. The facility is operated by the Illinois Department of Corrections and is split into four units, including the Reception and Classification Center, North Cellhouse, South Cellhouse, and West Cellhouse. The prison has several educational and vocational programs for inmates, including adult education, vocational training, and substance abuse treatment. Pontiac Prison also has a history of hosting public events, such as a car show and a haunted house during Halloween. However, the prison has been the subject of controversy due to its history of gang violence and a series of issues related to inmate safety and poor living conditions.