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SQ residents share what they’re thankful for

January 1, 2024 by Michael Callahan

Manuel Mena  “I am thankful that I can come to the wonderful programs at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church. It is where I got to learn more … [Read more...]

Filed Under: HOLIDAYS, Recently Posted

MT. TAM ‘FREEDOM WALL’ HONORS ALUMNI

December 1, 2023 by Michael Callahan

San Quentin’s community college has unveiled a “Freedom Wall,” represented by 42 pictures of formerly incarcerated alumni. It adorns a wall entering … [Read more...]

Filed Under: EDUCATION, RE-ENTRY

HOME CONFINEMENT FOUND TO BE BETTER THAN INCARCERATION 

December 1, 2023 by Michael Callahan

Targeted home confinement for individuals convicted of criminal offenses is safer, smarter and cheaper, according to data cited by the Niskanen … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Human Interest, RE-ENTRY

SAN QUENTIN NEWS LABOR DAY: HONORING THE INCARCERATED WORKERS

December 1, 2023 by Michael Callahan

For many people, Labor Day is an occasion to celebrate the fruits of their labor, push for better workplace conditions, or simply join friends and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: PRISON PROGRAMS, Rehabilitation Corner

FORMERLY INCARCERATED ARTIST RECEIVES $20K FELLOWSHIP

November 30, 2023 by Michael Callahan

Staff Writer After serving 40 plus years, former San Quentin resident Gary Harrell earned a fellowship award in March for his artistic work. His … [Read more...]

Filed Under: RE-ENTRY

GLIMPSES OF HUMANITY THROUGH THE LENS OF PHOTOGRAPHER PETER MERTS

November 29, 2023 by Michael Callahan

A local photographer is working to change public perceptions of incarcerated people. In the process, he’s hoping to inspire compassion and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: PROFILE

SUMMER BLAST CONCERT BRINGS FAITH, HOPE, AND HIP HOP TO THE Q

November 29, 2023 by Michael Callahan

Residents and volunteers gathered on San Quentin’s Lower Yard to enjoy hip-hop music and messages of faith through lyrical performances as part of the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Featured

POWER OF LIGHT: LIGHT KEEPERS PROGRAM WELCOMES A NEWLY TRAINED COHORT 

August 13, 2023 by Michael Callahan

By Michael Callahan  Staff Writer,  Bostyon Johnson  Managing Editor  San Quentin’s Light Keepers — a peer support program … [Read more...]

Filed Under: PRISON PROGRAMS, Recently Posted

CONGRESS EXAMINES ASSET SEIZURES BY LAW ENFORCEMENT 

August 13, 2023 by Michael Callahan

Businessman holding colorful blocks as banner: ASSETS. Concept of assests management, business, technology, internet and network.

Congress is considering legislation that would end illegal confiscation of property from people who have not been convicted of a crime, according to a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: LEGAL, MONEY MATTERS, Recently Posted

PREPARING TO GO HOME

August 12, 2023 by Michael Callahan

MT. TAM resource fair offerstools for a successful reentry Over 100 San Quentin Prison residents descended on the Catholic chapel to collect … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Editorial, Featured, Mount Tamalpais College - MTC/PUP, RE-ENTRY

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