A U.S. district judge gave Frederick Turner a 40-year sentence because the laws around stacked charges and mandatory minimums didn’t allow him … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2026
Nearly undefeated season ends at All-In football tournament
The All-In Flag Football playoff bonanza played out in dramatic fashion, as one team vied for the achievement every team in sports tries to … [Read more...]
Violinists practice all around San Quentin
Music calms the savage beast. The Violins in Prison program gives San Quentin residents a chance to transform their lives through music. San … [Read more...]
SQNews volunteer Steve McNamara’s business sense, training, dedication left impression
It was with sadness that the San Quentin News staff learned of the passing of its longtime adviser, Steve McNamara, 92. He was a volunteer … [Read more...]
Crime bills a step back in reform measures
The Sentencing Project has raised an alarm over proposed legislation that would override local control of criminal sentencing in the District of … [Read more...]
¿Que procede después de la deportación en latina américa?
La amenaza a la deportación involuntaria a los países de origen perturba las vidas de millones de personas en EE.UU. Los inmigrantes encarcelados son … [Read more...]
Maryland reader corresponds about juvenile lifers
I read what you guys are doing on the tablets. It’s always inspiring to see groups that are working on rehabilitation, mentorship, and education. … [Read more...]
Resident works towards restitution by overcoming drug addiction, insecurities
An incarcerated former U.S. Marine Corps veteran speaks about his journey from military service to self-help after years of neglect, drug addiction, … [Read more...]
Several policies add to disproportionate Black prison population
A history of heavy policing and sentencing practices has left California’s Black population overly represented in the prison system. Black … [Read more...]