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Yeah it's because your editorial board is a bunch of racist conservative weirdos
December 27, 2025 at 11:08 PM
Yeah it's because your editorial board is a bunch of racist conservative weirdos
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After raiding shopping plazas in Cicero and Bedford Park this morning, a caravan of Border Patrol agents swung north toward Edgewater.
Several Chicago police vehicles can be seen here intervening to protect their exit from DSLSD onto city streets and escort the caravan.
Several Chicago police vehicles can be seen here intervening to protect their exit from DSLSD onto city streets and escort the caravan.
December 17, 2025 at 5:03 PM
After raiding shopping plazas in Cicero and Bedford Park this morning, a caravan of Border Patrol agents swung north toward Edgewater.
Several Chicago police vehicles can be seen here intervening to protect their exit from DSLSD onto city streets and escort the caravan.
Several Chicago police vehicles can be seen here intervening to protect their exit from DSLSD onto city streets and escort the caravan.
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It's almost insulting to call any of this a conspiracy. It's all so out in the open.
November 14, 2025 at 2:36 AM
It's almost insulting to call any of this a conspiracy. It's all so out in the open.
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NEW: @govpritzker.illinois.gov's office says 3 masked ICE agents stopped & questioned an IL Department of Transportation employee working in Park Ridge about his immigration status & whether he had traveled to New York and his awareness of NYC Mayor-elect @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social before leaving.
November 8, 2025 at 1:49 AM
NEW: @govpritzker.illinois.gov's office says 3 masked ICE agents stopped & questioned an IL Department of Transportation employee working in Park Ridge about his immigration status & whether he had traveled to New York and his awareness of NYC Mayor-elect @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social before leaving.
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Now in Judge Gettleman's courtroom in Chicago, waiting for the morning hearing on this case - which alleges the Broadview, IL ICE facility is a "black hole" where detainees are deprived of legal counsel and subject to inhumane treatment - to begin.
Update: District Judge Robert Gettleman told the govt to return the immigration detainee plaintiffs in this lawsuit to IL by 4pm yesterday, as they had already been moved out of state.
I finally got word the plaintiffs were back in IL at ~7:45 am. A hearing in the case is set for 9:30 am today.
I finally got word the plaintiffs were back in IL at ~7:45 am. A hearing in the case is set for 9:30 am today.
"You have no rights in here."
Read the harrowing testimony given by people held at ICE's Broadview detention center. ✍️ @djbyrnes1.bsky.social
Read the harrowing testimony given by people held at ICE's Broadview detention center. ✍️ @djbyrnes1.bsky.social
November 4, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Now in Judge Gettleman's courtroom in Chicago, waiting for the morning hearing on this case - which alleges the Broadview, IL ICE facility is a "black hole" where detainees are deprived of legal counsel and subject to inhumane treatment - to begin.
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@peoplesfabric.com has done incredible reporting on everything from aldermanic shenanigans to police corruption to ICE activity.
He's a NW side legend whose moral clarity and generosity makes it easier to get out there and do the right thing.
No time like the present to show your support
He's a NW side legend whose moral clarity and generosity makes it easier to get out there and do the right thing.
No time like the present to show your support
September 28, 2025 at 12:38 AM
@peoplesfabric.com has done incredible reporting on everything from aldermanic shenanigans to police corruption to ICE activity.
He's a NW side legend whose moral clarity and generosity makes it easier to get out there and do the right thing.
No time like the present to show your support
He's a NW side legend whose moral clarity and generosity makes it easier to get out there and do the right thing.
No time like the present to show your support
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Take the L in Chicago and you may spot @nerd4cities.bsky.social
@michealpodgers.bsky.social @betterstreetschicago.org @accessliving.bsky.social #PlowTheSidewalks
@michealpodgers.bsky.social @betterstreetschicago.org @accessliving.bsky.social #PlowTheSidewalks
September 25, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Take the L in Chicago and you may spot @nerd4cities.bsky.social
@michealpodgers.bsky.social @betterstreetschicago.org @accessliving.bsky.social #PlowTheSidewalks
@michealpodgers.bsky.social @betterstreetschicago.org @accessliving.bsky.social #PlowTheSidewalks
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"If standing up against fascism is what cost me my dream job I held for 10 years, I would do it again 100x stronger."
Ghost of Yotei artist fired after Kirk killing joke
Senior artist Drew Harrison 'is no longer an employee' of Sony Interactive Entertainment subsidiary Sucker Punch Productions.
www.gamedeveloper.com
September 18, 2025 at 1:49 AM
"If standing up against fascism is what cost me my dream job I held for 10 years, I would do it again 100x stronger."
It's likely a 3d model. The creator has several of these using the same ribbon and cart. Also for an receipt likely created in or before 2023 there's some nuance with the shadows and slight translucence where AI failed often around that same period
Bingo. Found it.
Adobe Stock image. Not labeled as AI-generated, probably because Adobe doesn't want users to know where all their stock images are coming from.
Adobe Stock image. Not labeled as AI-generated, probably because Adobe doesn't want users to know where all their stock images are coming from.
August 18, 2025 at 3:14 AM
It's likely a 3d model. The creator has several of these using the same ribbon and cart. Also for an receipt likely created in or before 2023 there's some nuance with the shadows and slight translucence where AI failed often around that same period
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Raja Krishnamoorthi, if elected Illinois' Senator to replace Dick Durbin, would be worse than Durbin on Israel. By a *long* shot
This is just for the 2025-2026 reporting period so far. There are 18 pages of this and this isn’t even the entirety of the first page.
August 11, 2025 at 10:10 PM
Raja Krishnamoorthi, if elected Illinois' Senator to replace Dick Durbin, would be worse than Durbin on Israel. By a *long* shot
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“His GPA did not warrant it, his SAT scores did not warrant it. We thought for sure, there was no way this was going to happen. Then, lo and behold, Jared was accepted.”
More on how the rich buy their children’s way into elite universities with massive, tax-deductible donations (published 2016):
More on how the rich buy their children’s way into elite universities with massive, tax-deductible donations (published 2016):
The Story Behind Jared Kushner’s Curious Acceptance Into Harvard
ProPublica editor Daniel Golden wrote a book a decade ago about how the rich buy their children access to elite colleges. One student he covered is now poised to become one of the most powerful…
www.propublica.org
July 4, 2025 at 5:30 PM
“His GPA did not warrant it, his SAT scores did not warrant it. We thought for sure, there was no way this was going to happen. Then, lo and behold, Jared was accepted.”
More on how the rich buy their children’s way into elite universities with massive, tax-deductible donations (published 2016):
More on how the rich buy their children’s way into elite universities with massive, tax-deductible donations (published 2016):
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What a lovely cleansing moment to show up on my timeline
Keith David has an iconic voice, magnificent presence, and remains one of the best to ever do it
Keith David has an iconic voice, magnificent presence, and remains one of the best to ever do it
Keith David’s reaction to receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
So deserved! Thank you for your work and impact! 👏
So deserved! Thank you for your work and impact! 👏
July 3, 2025 at 12:03 AM
What a lovely cleansing moment to show up on my timeline
Keith David has an iconic voice, magnificent presence, and remains one of the best to ever do it
Keith David has an iconic voice, magnificent presence, and remains one of the best to ever do it
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As a Brown man who grew up with a family who all eat like this, I can't tell you how deeply this hurts and genuinely cuts. The racism is unbelievable. I eat like this and am proud to do so but it doesn't stop how painful the shock is that someone views you this way.
June 30, 2025 at 4:40 PM
As a Brown man who grew up with a family who all eat like this, I can't tell you how deeply this hurts and genuinely cuts. The racism is unbelievable. I eat like this and am proud to do so but it doesn't stop how painful the shock is that someone views you this way.
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Any business has the option to install cameras already. What happens when it’s ICE, instead of CPD, who subpoenas footage?
June 25, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Any business has the option to install cameras already. What happens when it’s ICE, instead of CPD, who subpoenas footage?
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CHICAGO POLICE UNION PRESIDENT SAYS 800-1000 OFFICERS MAY RESIGN IF ZOHRAN MAMDANI WINS MAYORAL RACE
June 25, 2025 at 3:49 AM
CHICAGO POLICE UNION PRESIDENT SAYS 800-1000 OFFICERS MAY RESIGN IF ZOHRAN MAMDANI WINS MAYORAL RACE
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It was presented to us as requiring those who already have cameras to hold footage for a minimum number of days.
It wasn’t presented as requiring every store front to get a camera, which is a step too far. I have removed my name from the ordinance as a result.
It wasn’t presented as requiring every store front to get a camera, which is a step too far. I have removed my name from the ordinance as a result.
June 23, 2025 at 4:25 PM
It was presented to us as requiring those who already have cameras to hold footage for a minimum number of days.
It wasn’t presented as requiring every store front to get a camera, which is a step too far. I have removed my name from the ordinance as a result.
It wasn’t presented as requiring every store front to get a camera, which is a step too far. I have removed my name from the ordinance as a result.
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Of all the dumb things this jabroni has grandstanded about in his career as a wannabe influencer/lobbyist, a proposal to infringe on our civil liberties with most of his close allies signed onto it is where he draws the line and refuses?
Give me a break.
Give me a break.
I don’t waste time grandstanding on well intentioned but ill-conceived ordinances that I think are very unlikely to pass.
Sincerely,
Veteran of the last City Hall mandatory camera push from the time before social media 🖕
Sincerely,
Veteran of the last City Hall mandatory camera push from the time before social media 🖕
I’m especially surprised to see that so many ‘pro-business’ alders like Reilly (who wants Toni Preckwinkle’s job) think it would be a good idea to impose such a burden on EVERY BUSINESS IN CHICAGO.
Waiting on @chicagobars.bsky.social to say literally *ANYTHING* on the issue.
Waiting on @chicagobars.bsky.social to say literally *ANYTHING* on the issue.
June 24, 2025 at 2:03 AM
Of all the dumb things this jabroni has grandstanded about in his career as a wannabe influencer/lobbyist, a proposal to infringe on our civil liberties with most of his close allies signed onto it is where he draws the line and refuses?
Give me a break.
Give me a break.
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I'm going to stop posting screenshots because I strongly urge people to read the full article; here is a gift link
I will just say that this is one of the most disturbing pieces I've ever read about AI, and I've read a lot of disturbing pieces about AI
I will just say that this is one of the most disturbing pieces I've ever read about AI, and I've read a lot of disturbing pieces about AI
They Asked an A.I. Chatbot Questions. The Answers Sent Them Spiraling.
www.nytimes.com
June 13, 2025 at 12:12 PM
I'm going to stop posting screenshots because I strongly urge people to read the full article; here is a gift link
I will just say that this is one of the most disturbing pieces I've ever read about AI, and I've read a lot of disturbing pieces about AI
I will just say that this is one of the most disturbing pieces I've ever read about AI, and I've read a lot of disturbing pieces about AI
This is telegraphing your position that the only reason to oppose this is because you don't want the mayor to look good despite RTA/CTA benefits more than just Chicago or specifically one person. Let's disregard the last polling that has been done, despite being sketch, was early FEB 2025.
As transit funding enthusiasts pile on in the replies...the proposed Pizza Tax of $1.50 per order is not currently limited to DoorDash and Food delivery apps. The draft proposal eve includes meals you walk and pick up and carryout yourself.
Find your State officials here and call or email them TODAY telling them NO to more taxes on your already very taxed delivery and carryout meals.
The tax is to bailout the @CTA after 4 years of customer service failure. And now they want YOU to pay MORE for it! www.elections.il.gov/electionoper...
The tax is to bailout the @CTA after 4 years of customer service failure. And now they want YOU to pay MORE for it! www.elections.il.gov/electionoper...
May 31, 2025 at 7:01 PM
This is telegraphing your position that the only reason to oppose this is because you don't want the mayor to look good despite RTA/CTA benefits more than just Chicago or specifically one person. Let's disregard the last polling that has been done, despite being sketch, was early FEB 2025.
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Michael Fanone live on CNN: "This is what I'd say to Stewart Rhodes: Go fuck yourself"
January 22, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Michael Fanone live on CNN: "This is what I'd say to Stewart Rhodes: Go fuck yourself"