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Archives for February 2026
Banned books in prison deter some readers from historical ‘factual contraband’
In keeping with old traditions, departments of corrections across the country continue to suppress the purchases and possession of book titles that … [Read more...]
Residents talk domestic violence during Super Bowl
Domestic violence programs at San Quentin report that during Super Bowl Sunday there are more domestic violence arrests in the nation than on any … [Read more...]
Estado mental en tiempos de navideños
Una de las últimas encuestas realizadas en los años más resientes por National Alliance on Mental Illness, Director Médico Ken Duckworth en la página … [Read more...]
50-year-old non-profit provides incarcerated-trained service dog to disabled person
One dog at a time is being trained in the shadow of a notorious cellblock at San Quentin Rehabilitation Center, where lies an oasis of tranquility, … [Read more...]
Families shoulder billions in costs for incarcerated loved ones
A report published by FWD.us, a criminal justice advocacy group in Atlanta, Georgia, noted that families shoulder an estimated $350 billion a year as … [Read more...]
Self-inflicted deaths in prison increased 70% over 20 years
Every 11 minutes, a person commits suicide in the United States, some while in prison. According to reports from the Bureau of Justice and the … [Read more...]
El tráfico de drogas por correo
La Oficina del Alguacil en Nueva York, está implementando un sistema de escaneo para el control de drogas, esta tecnología le hace frente al … [Read more...]
Musical talents collaborate in San Quentin, perform original songs
Silky, smooth falsettos and blaring horns brought musicians together in a weeklong Musicambia workshop. Musicambia held its annual workshop at San … [Read more...]
Prison closure sparks interest in return of luxury resort
Closure of the California Rehabilitation Center in Riverside County in 2026 will save $150 million annually for the state, but will displace over … [Read more...]