Struggles, tragedies and triumphs are what a good story and powerful dynasties are built on. SQNews is honored to reach another milestone by … [Read more...]
Paul Stauffer finds purpose, release in his paintbrush
“I paint and I write because it gives me purpose,” said San Quentin resident Paul Stauffer. “It’s a release from tension, and it helps me to release … [Read more...]
Native artist’s generational pain poured out on canvas
“Spiritually and mentally, art helps me escape from prison,” said Joseph “Jo-Joe” Salazar. “It is medicine to me. It is beautiful that my creator … [Read more...]
SQ residents observe annual Day of Peace
After 15 years, the event’s original legacy is in danger of being forgotten In 2006, Blacks and Mexicans rioted on San Quentin’s Lower … [Read more...]
Abuse survivor becomes rehabilitation activist, transforms lives through HEART program
Program’s powerful curriculum built on founder’s real-life experience October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month Cherie McNaulty, a … [Read more...]
Mandela Act could restrict solitary confinement in California prisons
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has an opportunity to sign a bill into law that would end solitary confinement in all of the state’s lockups for pregnant … [Read more...]
GRIP GRADS LOOK TO THE FUTURE
Flagship program equips prisoners with tools for life outside of prison Four graduating Tribes of the GRIP program (Guiding Rage into Power) were … [Read more...]
Salvadorian artist’s patriotism flows in shades of blue
Juan C. Sanchez, 28, uses blue ink to sketch portraits, classic cars and roses, on handkerchiefs. “I really don’t remember when I started drawing. … [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...]
SQNews wins again at California Journalism Awards
The California News Publishers Association recognized San Quentin News writers with seven awards in its 2021 California Journalism Awards Print … [Read more...]
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