Bill Lindeke
@blindeke.bsky.social
Urban Geographer @ UMN. Cityscape columnist @ Minnpost. Skyway Don Quixote. Tread lightly on earth. he/him Author of "St. Paul: Urban Biography”
Not too distant future, Canada's gonna have high speed rail and EVs everywhere. www.nytimes.com/2026/02/05/w...
Carney Stakes Canada’s Auto Future on E.V.s as It Pulls Away From the U.S.
www.nytimes.com
February 5, 2026 at 9:34 PM
Not too distant future, Canada's gonna have high speed rail and EVs everywhere. www.nytimes.com/2026/02/05/w...
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Federal immigration officers detained two people inside the Hennepin County Government Center after their court hearing on charges of criminal sexual conduct.
The chief public defender for the county said the detainments were unconstitutional.
The chief public defender for the county said the detainments were unconstitutional.
Chief public defender outraged by immigration detentions inside Hennepin County courthouse
But the Fourth Judicial District said in a statement that federal agents can go into the courthouse to detain people.
bit.ly
February 5, 2026 at 8:19 PM
Federal immigration officers detained two people inside the Hennepin County Government Center after their court hearing on charges of criminal sexual conduct.
The chief public defender for the county said the detainments were unconstitutional.
The chief public defender for the county said the detainments were unconstitutional.
Reposted by Bill Lindeke
Economic Terrorism
With employees afraid to work and customers fearful, Minneapolis businesses are losing $10 million to $20 million in sales a week, according to city estimates.
Minneapolis businesses losing millions in sales each week as ICE operation continues
Immigrant-owned businesses are bearing the brunt of the losses from Operation Metro Surge, but effects are widespread.
bit.ly
February 5, 2026 at 9:27 PM
Economic Terrorism
Everyone sees the photos of ICE taking little kids, right? www.nbcnews.com/politics/don...
February 5, 2026 at 9:29 PM
Everyone sees the photos of ICE taking little kids, right? www.nbcnews.com/politics/don...
What's that phrase? Something something facts have a well known liberal bias. apnews.com/article/cia-...
CIA ends publication of its popular World Factbook reference tool
The CIA is ending the publication of its popular World Factbook reference manual. The agency announced the decision Wednesday but gave no reason for it.
apnews.com
February 5, 2026 at 9:03 PM
What's that phrase? Something something facts have a well known liberal bias. apnews.com/article/cia-...
I'm of the camp that traffic calming is always a good thing. www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
Neighbors: Blockades are pop-up parties that also slow down ICE agents
Organizers are trying a new tactic to slow and deter federal agents from entering city neighborhoods: pop-up block parties in the middle of city streets. Tom Homan, the Trump administration border cza...
www.mprnews.org
February 5, 2026 at 8:50 PM
I'm of the camp that traffic calming is always a good thing. www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
I particularly enjoyed the Target posters (below), but everything here is great. racketmn.com/the-art-of-t...
February 5, 2026 at 8:45 PM
I particularly enjoyed the Target posters (below), but everything here is great. racketmn.com/the-art-of-t...
Exceeds my low expectations!
Schumer & Jeffries lay out the Democratic demands for a DHS funding deal in a letter to the top Republican leaders
February 5, 2026 at 4:22 PM
Exceeds my low expectations!
“This is the stranger’s case, and this your mountainous inhumanity.”
Ian McKellen performs “The Strangers’ Case” speech from “Sir Thomas More” on Colbert.
February 5, 2026 at 3:58 PM
“This is the stranger’s case, and this your mountainous inhumanity.”
I wrote about the need for better immigration policy. www.minnpost.com/cityscape/20...
Without immigrants, our cities would grind to a halt - MinnPost
It’s impossible to imagine the Twin Cities — or any major U.S. city — prospering without the contributions of immigrants.
www.minnpost.com
February 5, 2026 at 3:17 PM
I wrote about the need for better immigration policy. www.minnpost.com/cityscape/20...
"Counterintuitively, trains get cheaper the faster they go as they can make more trips with the same amount of crew and equipment, while also attracting additional riders." streets.mn/2026/02/05/t...
Twin Cities to Fargo: A Maximalist Approach
Reflecting on a ride on the Michigan Line and underutilized train lines.
streets.mn
February 5, 2026 at 3:04 PM
"Counterintuitively, trains get cheaper the faster they go as they can make more trips with the same amount of crew and equipment, while also attracting additional riders." streets.mn/2026/02/05/t...
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Open streets has existed as a popular, regular local event for more than a decade. Yet the idea of exploring open parkways events on the riverfront is the crime of the century. You can thank MPRB commissioners Cathy Abene and Charles Rucker for working people into a rage over it.
embarrassingly ugly meeting. glad the board stuck to their guns instead of being rolled by their aggressive and hostile opposition. tom constantly being put in an impossible position by flowers’ outbursts
February 5, 2026 at 5:33 AM
Open streets has existed as a popular, regular local event for more than a decade. Yet the idea of exploring open parkways events on the riverfront is the crime of the century. You can thank MPRB commissioners Cathy Abene and Charles Rucker for working people into a rage over it.
"The killing and kidnapping and mayhem that has transpired recently in our state suggest it is not immigrants or those brave Minnesotans who support them, but the army of ICE officers that has invaded our streets and homes." minnesotareformer.com/2026/02/05/w...
Who again is the mob at the gates? • Minnesota Reformer
Jesus said, “You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.” That phrase has given rise in American politics to stories of a benevolent community, where neighbors welcome other...
minnesotareformer.com
February 5, 2026 at 2:54 PM
"The killing and kidnapping and mayhem that has transpired recently in our state suggest it is not immigrants or those brave Minnesotans who support them, but the army of ICE officers that has invaded our streets and homes." minnesotareformer.com/2026/02/05/w...
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Today at City Hall, an ICE agent parked in a no parking/accessible transfer spot. Around the block were two ICE agents, one parked in the MFD Chief’s spot and another in a sheriff’s spot.
While ultimately inconsequential, a microcosm showing there’s no law too small for these turds to break.
While ultimately inconsequential, a microcosm showing there’s no law too small for these turds to break.
February 5, 2026 at 2:00 AM
Today at City Hall, an ICE agent parked in a no parking/accessible transfer spot. Around the block were two ICE agents, one parked in the MFD Chief’s spot and another in a sheriff’s spot.
While ultimately inconsequential, a microcosm showing there’s no law too small for these turds to break.
While ultimately inconsequential, a microcosm showing there’s no law too small for these turds to break.
ICE mayhem on 694 www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
Pursued by federal agents, suburban ICE observers remain resolved
After a frightening pursuit by federal agents, suburban ICE observers say fear hasn’t stopped them from protecting their communities.
www.mprnews.org
February 4, 2026 at 11:06 PM
ICE mayhem on 694 www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
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The suburban observers, heavily women, say they share a personality type.
“Many of us have encountered bullies our entire lives...I think that turns you into somebody that, even if that bully is wearing full tactical gear, I'm not interested in laying down for you.” www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
“Many of us have encountered bullies our entire lives...I think that turns you into somebody that, even if that bully is wearing full tactical gear, I'm not interested in laying down for you.” www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
Pursued by federal agents, suburban ICE observers remain resolved
After a frightening pursuit by federal agents, suburban ICE observers say fear hasn’t stopped them from protecting their communities.
www.mprnews.org
February 4, 2026 at 3:42 PM
The suburban observers, heavily women, say they share a personality type.
“Many of us have encountered bullies our entire lives...I think that turns you into somebody that, even if that bully is wearing full tactical gear, I'm not interested in laying down for you.” www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
“Many of us have encountered bullies our entire lives...I think that turns you into somebody that, even if that bully is wearing full tactical gear, I'm not interested in laying down for you.” www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
The incessant Green Ljne stoplight delays until they fix the tracks (again) are gonna drive me up the wall.
February 4, 2026 at 8:30 PM
The incessant Green Ljne stoplight delays until they fix the tracks (again) are gonna drive me up the wall.
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Germany, France, Finland and Ireland are telling their residents not to travel to Minnesota (or to be very cautious) because it's not safe.
4 European Countries Issue Travel Advisories for Minneapolis
Four European nations have issued travel advisories for Minneapolis, which has seen large-scale protests recently.
skift.com
February 4, 2026 at 6:02 PM
Germany, France, Finland and Ireland are telling their residents not to travel to Minnesota (or to be very cautious) because it's not safe.
Man killed by a driver on Front Avenue. www.startribune.com/pedestrian-f...
Pedestrian fatally struck by vehicle in St. Paul, driver in custody
The crash happened Tuesday night at Front Avenue and Grotto Street in the South Como neighborhood.
www.startribune.com
February 4, 2026 at 5:46 PM
Man killed by a driver on Front Avenue. www.startribune.com/pedestrian-f...
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Pedestrian parkway pilot and Uptown Mall votes are tonight! If you want to come show your support, open time will be at 5:30pm. We will also vote on supporting an eviction moratorium and starting an RFP process for our attorney.
Address is 2117 West River Rd N, Minneapolis. See you there!
Address is 2117 West River Rd N, Minneapolis. See you there!
TOMORROW: The full Board will vote on the Open Parkways Pilot and re-opening the Uptown Mall plan. These are both great resolutions that prioritize people, climate, greenspace, and innovation! These should pass, but still reach out to your commissioners!
www.minneapolisparks.org/about-us/lea...
www.minneapolisparks.org/about-us/lea...
Board Meetings - Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board
www.minneapolisparks.org
February 4, 2026 at 5:20 PM
Pedestrian parkway pilot and Uptown Mall votes are tonight! If you want to come show your support, open time will be at 5:30pm. We will also vote on supporting an eviction moratorium and starting an RFP process for our attorney.
Address is 2117 West River Rd N, Minneapolis. See you there!
Address is 2117 West River Rd N, Minneapolis. See you there!
Reposted by Bill Lindeke
Very comprehensive Vox article on building code research and reform efforts across the country, fearing John Zeanah’s report for the Center for Building on low-rise multifamily housing and Michael Eriksen’s academic work on building code costs www.vox.com/future-perfe... (gift link)
The hidden double standards driving our housing crisis
Apartments are safer and more affordable than single-family homes. Why do we treat them like a hazard?
www.vox.com
February 4, 2026 at 5:19 PM
Very comprehensive Vox article on building code research and reform efforts across the country, fearing John Zeanah’s report for the Center for Building on low-rise multifamily housing and Michael Eriksen’s academic work on building code costs www.vox.com/future-perfe... (gift link)
Happening tonight at @blackhartstp.com: El Paso, Omaha, Beaverton! Free, informative, and fun.
(The big three)
tcsidewalks.blogspot.com/2026/01/your...
(The big three)
tcsidewalks.blogspot.com/2026/01/your...
You're Not From Here #9: El Paso, Omaha, and Beaverton; Wednesday 2/4 at Black Hart
A good time to be had by all. Boy it's been a month. I'm sure glad 2026 is almost over! Oh boy. At any rate, I'm hosting another You're Not...
tcsidewalks.blogspot.com
February 4, 2026 at 5:15 PM
Happening tonight at @blackhartstp.com: El Paso, Omaha, Beaverton! Free, informative, and fun.
(The big three)
tcsidewalks.blogspot.com/2026/01/your...
(The big three)
tcsidewalks.blogspot.com/2026/01/your...
"There hasn’t been much legacy media coverage that I can find of last Thursday’s hearing of the Minnesota Senate Rules and Administration Select Subcommittee on Federal Impacts to Minnesotans and Economic Stability..." (What a lede by Sally Jo!) bluestemprairie.substack.com/p/mn-state-s...
MN state senator Erin Maye Quade melts ICE
Follows Minnesotans' testimony to Senate Rules and Administration Select Subcommittee on Federal Impacts to Minnesotans and Economic Stability
bluestemprairie.substack.com
February 4, 2026 at 3:14 PM
"There hasn’t been much legacy media coverage that I can find of last Thursday’s hearing of the Minnesota Senate Rules and Administration Select Subcommittee on Federal Impacts to Minnesotans and Economic Stability..." (What a lede by Sally Jo!) bluestemprairie.substack.com/p/mn-state-s...
Reposted by Bill Lindeke
Homan says that 2,000+ DHS immigration enforcement agents will be left in Minnesota even after the drawdown he announced this morning
February 4, 2026 at 2:31 PM
Homan says that 2,000+ DHS immigration enforcement agents will be left in Minnesota even after the drawdown he announced this morning