Senate Bill 1304’s proposed Release Allowance cut by half — to $1,300 if bill becomes law Efforts to increase the amount of “gate money” allotted … [Read more...]
Ella Baker appoints new executive director
When Marlene Sanchez was five years old, her father was swept up by the criminal justice system. Police raided her home and arrested him for drugs. He … [Read more...]
Chromebooks for SQ coders
The Last Mile, CDCR collaborate to sponsor laptop program for SQ coders San Quentin prisoners are participating in a first-of-its-kind … [Read more...]
Markelle the Gazelle goes to Boston
Former San Quentin 1000 Mile Club runner Markelle “The Gazelle” Taylor took center stage in the first wave of runners at the Boston Marathon in … [Read more...]
Mt. Tam holds class on crypto-currency
The students at Mt. Tamalpais College in San Quentin are preparing for their future in society by learning about the fundamentals of blockchain … [Read more...]
Tommy ‘Shakur’ Ross released after 36 years
After serving 36 years and seven months in the California Prison system, Tommy “Shakur” Ross walks out of San Quentin as a free man. In a … [Read more...]
Audio journalism program holds graduation
An audio journalism program that trains incarcerated people in the skills necessary to work in radio upon release had its first graduation for … [Read more...]
A Journey of 1000 MILES
Two men from disparate backgrounds run side-by-side, battling hate and prejudice under the watchful gaze of the prison guard towers Most days, I … [Read more...]
‘Dan-Dan the Running Man’ runs his final lap
Before the start of their season opening six mile race, members of the 1000 mile running club paid tribute to former San Quentin (SQ) resident Dan … [Read more...]
Who is Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson?
Ketanji Brown Jackson is not only the first Black woman appointed to the United States Supreme Court; she is also the first former public defender, … [Read more...]