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Recognition ceremony highlights racial discrimination

August 1, 2025 by Jerry Maleek Gearin

The acknowledgment of racial discrimination against Asian American and Pacific Islander people came into view during a self-help recognition … [Read more...]

Filed Under: ARTS Tagged With: AAPI, R.O.O.T.S., Restoring Our Original True Selves

In memoriam – Marcus Henderson

July 28, 2025 by Jerry Maleek Gearin

Residents call him loving, a class act, and a mentor. He left a lasting impression. The San Quentin community remembers the man behind the hugs, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Human Interest, Most Read, OBITUARY Tagged With: marcus henderson, San Quentin News

Normalization takes shape at San Quentin

June 26, 2025 by Jerry Maleek Gearin

An effort to transform a previously notorious environment into a more humane environment has induced San Quentin residents to discuss what is, and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Rehabilitation Corner Tagged With: 2024 Reimagining SQ Report, California Model, normalization

Cinco de Mayo celebration draws Friesian horse and low riders

June 24, 2025 by Jerry Maleek Gearin

In the wake of mass deportations, San Quentin residents celebrated Cinco de Mayo, displaying various art forms of Mexican and Aztecan culture. On … [Read more...]

Filed Under: HOLIDAYS Tagged With: Cinco de Mayo

Juvenile corrections officers indicted for staging brawls

June 20, 2025 by Jerry Maleek Gearin

A counselor, a referee, and a fight club — juvenile correctional officers have been indicted for staging gladiator-type brawls amongst youth … [Read more...]

Filed Under: LAW ENFORCEMENT Tagged With: Los Padrinos Juvenile Detention Center

Eating habits and exercise regimen can combat diabetes

June 18, 2025 by Jerry Maleek Gearin

An educated food plan and exercise regimen for incarcerated people may be the way to combat diabetes, instead of being medication … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Health and Wellness Tagged With: diabetes

12-step program addresses trauma and improves emotional awareness

June 8, 2025 by Jerry Maleek Gearin

At an Emotional Awareness Therapy graduation a former Death Row resident spoke about what the program has done for him. Steven Crittenden … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Graduation Tagged With: Death Row, E.A.T., Emotional Awareness Therapy

Residents’ mothers redeem and restore relationships with sons

May 10, 2025 by Jerry Maleek Gearin

In an expression of gratitude, two San Quentin residents explain how their mothers’ time in prison impacted their lives, including a renewed love … [Read more...]

Filed Under: HOLIDAYS, WOMEN IN PRISON Tagged With: mothers day

Creativity and diversity showcased in talent show

May 9, 2025 by Jerry Maleek Gearin

Professional singer, songwriter, and producer Jason “Poo Bear” Boyd has worked with Usher, Drake, and Mariah Carey, and recently he visited a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: MUSIC Tagged With: Poo Bear

Expectant mothers’ life behind bars

May 7, 2025 by Jerry Maleek Gearin

Journey from addiction in prison to advocating for mothers behind bars Tabatha Trammel persevered through teenage pregnancy while struggling with … [Read more...]

Filed Under: WOMEN IN PRISON Tagged With: The Marshall Project

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