Human Interest

Hispanic Heritage Month recognizes social reformers

September 30, 2024 by San Quentin News

Jesse Vasquez, Executive Director for the Pollen Initiative By Edwin E. Chavez, Spanish Journalism Chair Jesse Vasquez is currently the … [Read more...]

Resident aims for living amends

September 23, 2024 by Jerry Maleek Gearin

A San Quentin resident is finding redemption through truth, courage, and service to his community. Dennis Jefferson, 53, pled guilty to taking the … [Read more...]

SQ residents celebrate friend, mentor Bernard Moss

August 13, 2024 by Jerry Maleek Gearin

Incarcerated people at San Quentin Rehabilitation Center, as well as self-help volunteers, reflected on the loss of a unique, caring … [Read more...]

Three HFM workers exhibit quick action, compassion

August 12, 2024 by Jordan Junious

A loud groan followed by a heavy thump broke the silence as Edward Brooks and his co-workers cleaned an office in San Quentin’s medical unit in late … [Read more...]

Tier Talk: Formerly incarcerated youth LWOP enters the Q on better terms

July 27, 2024 by Anthony Manuel Caravalho

Former incarcerated equipment manager Michael Pulido came in to film a documentary about his climb out of prison during the SQ Giants’ opening … [Read more...]

What’s the big deal about the Earned Living Units in South Block?

July 23, 2024 by T. J. Marshall

The Earned Living Units at San Quentin Rehabilitation Center have a process that promotes healthy living conditions, positive community, and … [Read more...]

Peluqueros encarcelados hicieron historia

July 21, 2024 by Aristeo Sampablo

En Centro de Rehabilitación de San Quentin, ocurrió un suceso histórico, en el que se está viendo el cambio hacía una mejor convivencia entre los … [Read more...]

Multi-talented resident youth inspires

July 14, 2024 by Jerry Maleek Gearin

Rap artist looks to make good on his talents once released from prison Tierney “TJ” Shellmyer Jr., 26, has been incarcerated since 2023; he was … [Read more...]