First, I must start this book review with full disclosure. I know Emile DeWeaver. We both worked at the prisoner-run San Quentin News. We were also … [Read more...]
SQ Giants close out competitive season with tough loss
The SQ Giants’ toughest year appeared to be victorious as the 24-9-2 Giants Coach Richard “Will” Williams found the silver-linings that are made … [Read more...]
Resentencing report brings hope to some
Mass-incarceration has done irreparable harm to California’s population. On the rollercoaster of hope and despair, The Second Look Movement delivered … [Read more...]
U.S. Department of Justice discusses transgender gun rights
Firearm ban could impact correctional officer's job with CDCR The right of transgender individuals to possess firearms is under discussion at the … [Read more...]
Seventh annual ‘Family Day’ basketball tournament features alumni, Emmy Award documentarian
Friends, family, and fellowship were just some of the elements of the gathering on the “Lower Yard” basketball court on the first Saturday of … [Read more...]
Incarcerated person’s smuggled books change his life
A young man’s defiance of a book ban in solitary confinement changed his life, and after his release, he vowed to create prison libraries across the … [Read more...]
Correctional Construction Management crew big part of Upper Yard remodel
The sounds, smells, and sights of progress at San Quentin Rehabilitation Center have changed from carbon blades cutting steel, to jackhammers, diesel … [Read more...]
Aztec dancers connect with culture, religion, identity, heritage
The culture of Aztecan Dance displays spiritual symbolism through dress and physical movement. The Nahua tribal warriors, called Aztecs, arrived in … [Read more...]
Residents lament Channel One outage as TVs go black
Vicarious nature walks, Yoga, institutional information will return The day after Labor Day, residents at San Quentin Rehabilitation Center found … [Read more...]
Resident strike team cleans up biohazards
A “strike team” of eight to ten San Quentin residents, trained in biohazard cleanup, stands ready to respond to a biohazard event at all hours. The … [Read more...]
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