In 2018, Colorado was the first state to amend its constitution to abolish all forms of slavery and involuntary servitude—and did so without its … [Read more...]
Former SF prosecutor’s diversion program policies criticized
Under Chesa Boudin, the San Francisco District Attorney’s Office resolved an increasing number of criminal cases through diversion programs, according … [Read more...]
San Quentin athletes suffer during sports lockdowns
You can count the incarcerated athletes of San Quentin among those who will be the happiest whenever “normal” programming resumes. The ongoing … [Read more...]
Seattle program earns praise, combats gun violence
Amid rising gun violence in cities across the nation, an innovative violence prevention and diversion program in Seattle called Community Passageways … [Read more...]
Incarcerated firefighters able to continue career in community
Incarcerated firefighters are receiving help to continue their careers after their release thanks to the efforts of a non-profit started by formerly … [Read more...]
BOOK REVIEW: Journalist goes undercover as private prison guard
Sixty Days In is a popular TV show where people go undercover as inmates in jail for two months — if they even last that long. In 2014, journalist … [Read more...]
Covid whiplash: Rolling lockdowns taking heavy toll
Since the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020, San Quentin residents have struggled to cope with multiple waves of infections, but also the hardships … [Read more...]
BLUE & BLUE RETURNS TO SAN QUENTIN
San Francisco Police return to SQ for talks on social justice, reform Top leadership of the San Francisco police department gathered … [Read more...]
Rehabilitation through Sports
How physical wellness contributes to the rehabilitation of former felons The physical health benefits of sports and exercise are widely known: … [Read more...]
Shakespeare groups provide opportunities for creative expression
The San Quentin Shakespeare Group performed scenes from Othello and original theater pieces in front of an audience of over 60 supporters and … [Read more...]