A debate is growing on the impact of criminal justice reforms in California. Widely differing views are surfacing on reforms approved by California … [Read more...]
Archives for May 2019
Illinois offers young offenders hope
Most young adults who are serving long-term sentences can apply for parole in Illinois under a new law. “The historic legislation will create a … [Read more...]
As hunger strikes continue in ICE detention centers court issues decree to stop force feeding certain individuals
A judge has ordered the federal government to stop force-feeding detainees on a hunger-strike at an El Paso, Tex., immigration … [Read more...]
A Mother’s Day never forgotten for Ayoola Mitchell
On Mother’s Day in 2010, Ayoola Mitchell’s middle son, D.V., was murdered in Oakland. His killer was never found. Fifteen months before that … [Read more...]
SQ Student-Athlete of the Month: Jason Robinson
Jason “The Panamanian Panther” Robinson has played for both the SQ Warriors and Kings. He’s coached a team (No Fair Ones) to a championship in the … [Read more...]
Finding freedom on the field with soccer on Lower Yard
Oscar ‘Flaco’ Aguilar is a member of the San Quentin Earthquakes Soccer Club. He was convicted of murder and given a life sentence, how- ever, he’s … [Read more...]
San Quentin’s 52nd annual Native American Pow Wow
Native American spiritual leaders from across California and the na- tion brought the spirit of family and the traditional healing dances to San … [Read more...]
California legislators consider voting rights for parolees
This year, California legislators will decide whether a constitutional amendment to restore voting rights to people on parole can be on the ballot for … [Read more...]
Artist and mentor Pat Mahoney retires
Pat Mahoney spent the last 40 years coming inside San Quentin to mentor incarcerated artists on the finer points of art; however, he’s best known as a … [Read more...]
Google attends San Quentin mixer
The morning of April 11 started with fun and games with participants from Google.org and incarcerated coding students as a way to socialize. The … [Read more...]