In December 2016, San Quentin News published the front-page story “Proposition 57 passed…what now?” It took some time, but now that question has been … [Read more...]
Parole Board Executive members discuss procedures
Executive team members of the Board of Parole Hearings visited San Quentin during Mental Wellness Week. The visit gave residents a chance to ask … [Read more...]
Peer Support Specialists pass state exam
After receiving his results for a rather difficult exam he had taken a month earlier, San Quentin Rehabilitation Center resident Michael Moore walked … [Read more...]
Day of Peace showcases music, harmony, humanity
Resident Michael Endres said he remembers the day in 2006 when a race riot between Black and Mexican San Quentin residents resulted in a six-month … [Read more...]
Overdose Awareness
A day of educational training on life-saving methods critical for incarcerated individuals By Jerry Maleek Gearin and Ben Greenspon Overdose … [Read more...]
20-year anniversary of ‘R’ in CDCR
This summer, I spent two-and-a-half months in recovery at a different type of rehabilitation center: California Health Care Facility, in Stockton, … [Read more...]
Vocational article in SQNews inspires resident to pursue rehabilitation
Charles Townsend's journey started and ended at San Quentin Rehabilitative determination was epitomized in Charles Townsend. The day after he … [Read more...]
Faulty drug tests impact thousands of residents
In January, the state acknowledged that drug tests performed between April and July of last year generated false positives. This prompted the … [Read more...]
Reimagined prison system takes a step backward
Less than two-and-a-half years ago, California’s Governor Gavin Newsom announced his idea for a reformed prison system. Now, residents said they feel … [Read more...]
Bus delay affords Get on the Bus participants wholesome breakfast with loved ones
For many residents at San Quentin Rehabilitation Center, the annual visiting event organized by Get on the Bus once again came through to deliver, … [Read more...]
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