Last month, the ACLU of California released a report with specific suggestions geared toward state lawmakers telling them what they should do in order … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2012
Looking Back into S.Q.’s Legacy
This is the second in a series of articles on San Quentin history. The Rich History of California’s Oldest Prison After California became a state, … [Read more...]
Prisoner Champions Educating His Peers in Prison Industries
Sajad Shakoor occupies a unique job assignment among California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) residents. He is an employee of … [Read more...]
Radio Programming for Prisoners Without TVs
For recent arrivals, especially those without TVs to watch (West Block), there are a few specialty evening programs on the radio you may find worth a … [Read more...]
Words to My Mother
Chris Scull - Happy Mother’s Day momma. Thank you for telling me to get a good education. Thank you for giving me birth and loving me … [Read more...]
From a Mother With a Son in Prison to Other Mothers of the Incarcerated
Around two million men and women are in prison in the United States, more than any other country in the world. That means a corresponding number of … [Read more...]
Alex Smith to Lead 49ers Next Season
Forty-Niner fans seem less enthusiastic since quarterback Alex Smith re-signed. Fans are complaining that he is simply a “game manager,” who can’t … [Read more...]
Anticipating the Coming 2012 San Quentin Baseball Season
The San Quentin baseball teams are working toward an exciting opening day of baseball. As the 2012 San Quentin baseball season quickly approaches, the … [Read more...]
Warlocks’ Head Coach Talks of Life and Sports
Aaron “Imam Jeddi” Taylor, Head Coach of the San Quentin Warlocks’ flag football team, discusses his sports background and how he developed a positive … [Read more...]
New Intramural Basketball League Bounces Into SQ’s Lower Yard
Drew Piazza, founder and league official of the first intramural league at San Quentin, explains the significance of creating a competitive league … [Read more...]