Criminal records still a factor forreentering citizens seeking a place to live Among the numerous barriers the newly-freed face when reentering … [Read more...]
Group helps former prisoners understand
Black women making historic strides in California politics
For the first time in California history, Black women are at the helm of two important government offices: Shirley Weber is the secretary of state and … [Read more...]
The power of healing through music
Professional singer and songwriter Essence Goldman held a workshop called Finding Your Voice on Dec. 20 at San Quentin’s Interfaith Chapel, to share … [Read more...]
MT. TAM PACKS THE HOUSE
students displayed their talents in poetry, rap and original songs in an Open Mic event. “Open Mic is a way to give back to our students and … [Read more...]
California to shutter more prison facilities
California has sets it sights on closing two operating prisons, as well as enacting cutbacks at six other prisons, as the state continues its … [Read more...]
Legal loopholes enable bail bond firms to avoid forfeiture payments
Some bail bonds companies in a few states pocket the money clients’ paid them instead of paying the court the amount of forfeited bail, the Prison … [Read more...]
Dehumanizing labels adversely affect returning citizens
State lawmakers, an international organization and a non-profit all advocate to change the negative labeling of incarcerated people as “felons and … [Read more...]
BOOK GIVEAWAY HELD BY FRIENDS OF SQ LIBRARY
Local nonprofit sends books to prisoners’ kids for Christmas San Quentin’s library held a holiday book fair event Dec. 2, where incarcerated men … [Read more...]
Formerly incarcerated moms face numerous hurdles during reentry
Incarcerated women returning to society find little support, and life is especially difficult for returning mothers, said a story by … [Read more...]
‘E-carceration’ monitoring reduces recidivism rates
Legislation now allows more home confinement sentences as the federal Bureau of Prisons releases thousands of low-risk offenders, according to an … [Read more...]
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