San Quentin residents observed Juneteenth with a skill and strength competition, including music, spoken word, and encouraging speeches. The … [Read more...]
Multi-talented resident youth inspires
Rap artist looks to make good on his talents once released from prison Tierney “TJ” Shellmyer Jr., 26, has been incarcerated since 2023; he was … [Read more...]
Newly paroled residents face challenges and obstacles in reentry
People who leave prison face challenges such as mental stability, drug use, and staying connected to family. Incarceration can have an impact on … [Read more...]
Prison Fellowship connects residents with spirituality at San Quentin
The Prison Fellowship Academy held its second annual graduation in San Quentin’s Protestant Chapel. PFA is a Christian-based rehabilitation program … [Read more...]
Meet SQ Journalism Guild instructor Lisa Armstrong
A college professor reaches out to incarcerated people, helping former and current imprisoned people tell their story. Lisa Armstrong is a … [Read more...]
Happy Father’s Day
Father’s Day offers an opportunity for the incarcerated to reflect on gender, culture, and the struggles of parenting behind bars. The … [Read more...]
North Block residents start in-block self-help groups
In the midst of reimaging San Quentin, self-help groups are made available in North, South, and West Block housing units, due to long waiting lists. … [Read more...]
Death Row minister believes in becoming a better friend while serving the condemned
Death Row minister Chitoka Webb finds comfort and ease in life experiences, through religious leadership, and health. Webb, 48, is a Presbyterian … [Read more...]
‘Carveouts’ excluded from justice reform
Large categories of incarcerated people are being excluded from criminal justice reforms because of their convictions of specified crimes, the Prison … [Read more...]
Preventive efforts found to lower crime rates
An 18-month-long law enforcement collaboration with community programs resulted in a drop in serious and violent crime rates. Sacramento Police … [Read more...]
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