Looking to serve its residents and support kids, San Quentin hosted the second annual food truck event on its Lower Yard on November 16. This time … [Read more...]
VOTING RIGHTS ACT LIVES ON DESPITE RECENT ATTACK IN SUPREME COURT
The Voting Rights Act has survived another attack on its existence in a surprise ruling by the majority conservative Supreme Court in June, according … [Read more...]
ART & KRIMES: FILM EXAMINES NEXUS OF ART AND REHABILITATION
“Artists are definitely treated different in prison — ‘cause you provide something real that humanizes people and connects people to their family, … [Read more...]
DONNER ELU’S CANINE COMPANIONS PROGRAM OFF TO GREAT START
Canine cuteness and tail-wagging were on display at San Quentin, thanks to a new service dog program introduced April 27. Canine Companions®, … [Read more...]
SCOTUS UPHOLDS ASSAULT WEAPON BAN – FOR NOW
The U.S. Supreme Court temporarily upheld an Illinois law aimed at banning certain rapid-fire assault weapons, according to reporting by the Los … [Read more...]
Special Easter event held in SQ visiting room
Easter Bunny’s visit to SQ brings joy to residents and their families Easter weekend meant a day of togetherness with family and friends in San … [Read more...]
SPIRITUAL FOUNDATION
Prison Fellowship Academyholds graduation ceremony A celebration of 19 men who completed the one-year program for the Prison Fellowship Academy … [Read more...]
Former youth offender earns his freedom
San Quentin resident Philippe “Kellz” Kelly, 39, walked through the prison’s front gates with his newly granted freedom on February 8. Kelly, … [Read more...]
Q&A WITH IMAM MUHAMMAD
Pearls of wisdom for Ramadan The holy month of Ramadan has arrived. A 30-day Islamic fasting ritual that is observed by more than a billion … [Read more...]
MUSICAMBIA SONGWRITING WORKSHOPS CULMINATE IN POWERFUL CONCERT
Earlier this year, seven gifted musicians and singers arrived at San Quentin to give its residents an opportunity to express and display their … [Read more...]