Cyrus Hall
@cyrushall.bsky.social
Mass car use is geometrically incompatible with great cities. Transit & bikes are the future. Tech things sometimes.
Some nights you're just up for some avant-garde Icelandic jazz. This concert from ADHD - recorded by KEXP - has been a favorite of mine for going on a decade now. Just peak in the zone.
ADHD - Full Performance (Live on KEXP)
YouTube video by KEXP
www.youtube.com
November 11, 2025 at 7:18 AM
Some nights you're just up for some avant-garde Icelandic jazz. This concert from ADHD - recorded by KEXP - has been a favorite of mine for going on a decade now. Just peak in the zone.
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Wilson is now leading in the vote count for Seattle mayor by 91 votes. There are still several thousand ballots to count, likely—based on historical examples—to favor Wilson.
Wilson may be the most truly "urbanist" mayoral candidate in the country.
Wilson may be the most truly "urbanist" mayoral candidate in the country.
Who is Katie Wilson?
She’s head of the Seattle Transit Riders Union.
Her platform proposes to massively increase funding for affordable housing, cut red tape for development, shift away from single occupancy cars, & develop the transit network.
And she may well be the next mayor of the city.
She’s head of the Seattle Transit Riders Union.
Her platform proposes to massively increase funding for affordable housing, cut red tape for development, shift away from single occupancy cars, & develop the transit network.
And she may well be the next mayor of the city.
In my spreadsheet (which makes assumptions about fall off, write-ins, probably has mistakes, etc.), Katie needed to average 54.6% to win by a little over 100 votes.
Today she got 54.85%.
A friend says she needs 54.2% from here on out--will do my own math shortly.
Today she got 54.85%.
A friend says she needs 54.2% from here on out--will do my own math shortly.
November 10, 2025 at 11:58 PM
Wilson is now leading in the vote count for Seattle mayor by 91 votes. There are still several thousand ballots to count, likely—based on historical examples—to favor Wilson.
Wilson may be the most truly "urbanist" mayoral candidate in the country.
Wilson may be the most truly "urbanist" mayoral candidate in the country.
Don't buy bikes made up of specialized, one-off components. When the company goes out of business you end up with a hard to maintain product.
NEW: Rad Power Bikes has told employees it will go out of business in January without new funding.
The company said in a staff email that it had a "very promising" option to stay alive, but whatever that was, it fell apart.
Story with @kirstenkorosec.bsky.social
techcrunch.com/2025/11/10/r...
The company said in a staff email that it had a "very promising" option to stay alive, but whatever that was, it fell apart.
Story with @kirstenkorosec.bsky.social
techcrunch.com/2025/11/10/r...
Rad Power Bikes faces shutdown in January without new funding | TechCrunch
The company is "still fighting to find ways to continue" according to an email viewed by TechCrunch.
techcrunch.com
November 10, 2025 at 10:23 PM
Don't buy bikes made up of specialized, one-off components. When the company goes out of business you end up with a hard to maintain product.
On a random note, it's nice that every single story about the SF Zoo no longer contains a photo where the CEO is wearing leopard print. It always truck me as rather awkward to wear the skin - real or not - of the animals you were supposed to care for.
November 10, 2025 at 7:42 PM
On a random note, it's nice that every single story about the SF Zoo no longer contains a photo where the CEO is wearing leopard print. It always truck me as rather awkward to wear the skin - real or not - of the animals you were supposed to care for.
I support about half of what is suggested in SPUR's report, am on the fence for another 25%, and oppose the rest. I particularly oppose raising the non-Charter ballot initiative threshold.
There’s no fixing San Francisco without fixing its City Charter. Here’s how
OPINION: “Reforming the charter isn’t just bureaucratic housekeeping; it’s the first step toward a government that works for the people it serves,” Sean Elsbernd writes.
www.sfchronicle.com
November 10, 2025 at 5:04 PM
I support about half of what is suggested in SPUR's report, am on the fence for another 25%, and oppose the rest. I particularly oppose raising the non-Charter ballot initiative threshold.
The problem with the idea that Border Patrol and ICE agents could be prosecuted post-Trump is that Trump will likely pardon them all before he exits the presidency. States could still prosecute, but it would be piecemeal at best.
NEW: Donald Trump has pardoned a long list of allies in his bid to subvert the 2020 election including:
-Rudy Giuliani
-John Eastman
-Mark Meadows
-Sidney Powell
-Ken Chesebro
-Christina Bobb
-Kelli Ward
-Jenna Ellis
www.politico.com/news/2025/11...
-Rudy Giuliani
-John Eastman
-Mark Meadows
-Sidney Powell
-Ken Chesebro
-Christina Bobb
-Kelli Ward
-Jenna Ellis
www.politico.com/news/2025/11...
November 10, 2025 at 8:25 AM
The problem with the idea that Border Patrol and ICE agents could be prosecuted post-Trump is that Trump will likely pardon them all before he exits the presidency. States could still prosecute, but it would be piecemeal at best.
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i think this is key. taking the deal would amount to taking the blame. it would turn a clear political victory into an unambiguous defeat.
If the Dems blink after all of this, for a deal that all but ensures no ACA subsidies in 2026 anyway, then what was the purpose of letting the shutdown go for 40 days in the first place?
November 10, 2025 at 12:56 AM
i think this is key. taking the deal would amount to taking the blame. it would turn a clear political victory into an unambiguous defeat.
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These cases are nightmares. Many people had removal proceedings “administratively closed” for years; the case is off the docket and the person can stay indefinitely.
Now, suddenly, ICE is restarting them. And if they miss a physical letter, they might get ordered deported without their knowledge.
Now, suddenly, ICE is restarting them. And if they miss a physical letter, they might get ordered deported without their knowledge.
Hundreds of immigration cases in San Francisco have been closed for years, even decades, often b/c they are not an enforcement priority.
Many involve victims of crime & abuse.
This summer, Trump attorneys tried to bring them back.
missionlocal.org/2025/11/sf-i...
Many involve victims of crime & abuse.
This summer, Trump attorneys tried to bring them back.
missionlocal.org/2025/11/sf-i...
Hundreds of S.F. immigration cases were paused for decades. Trump tried to revive them.
Federal attorneys tried reviving some 2,000 deportation cases in San Francisco, many involving alleged victims of crime and abuse.
missionlocal.org
November 8, 2025 at 5:36 PM
These cases are nightmares. Many people had removal proceedings “administratively closed” for years; the case is off the docket and the person can stay indefinitely.
Now, suddenly, ICE is restarting them. And if they miss a physical letter, they might get ordered deported without their knowledge.
Now, suddenly, ICE is restarting them. And if they miss a physical letter, they might get ordered deported without their knowledge.
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It still blows my mind that in the year 2025 wood smoke is equal to or greater than cars in terms of dangerous pollution, this is true not just in France but also California, according to this BAAQMD white paper.
November 7, 2025 at 4:58 PM
It still blows my mind that in the year 2025 wood smoke is equal to or greater than cars in terms of dangerous pollution, this is true not just in France but also California, according to this BAAQMD white paper.
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These cuts would devastate ridership, reducing fares, requiring more cuts, devastating fares, until Caltrian is no more. This is an existential moment for public transit and housing.
The region has to pass funding measures in Nov 2026.
The region has to pass funding measures in Nov 2026.
Caltrain Outlines Cuts to Come Without External Funding. Read more: https://www.caltrain.com/news/caltrain-outlines-cuts-come-without-external-funding.
Caltrain Outlines Cuts to Come Without External Funding | Caltrain
Elimination of weekend service and the end of half-hourly trains could be required to reduce budget shortfalls despite strong ridership recovery and high rider satisfaction
www.caltrain.com
November 7, 2025 at 6:39 PM
These cuts would devastate ridership, reducing fares, requiring more cuts, devastating fares, until Caltrian is no more. This is an existential moment for public transit and housing.
The region has to pass funding measures in Nov 2026.
The region has to pass funding measures in Nov 2026.
Hayes Promenade is up for its second and final permit renewal hearing at the SFMTA Board. If you want to see it continue, and email in support and/or attendance at the in-person hearing Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 1pm would be awesome.
Board of Directors Meeting, November 18, 2025
Watch Board meeting online
www.sfmta.com
November 7, 2025 at 11:22 PM
Hayes Promenade is up for its second and final permit renewal hearing at the SFMTA Board. If you want to see it continue, and email in support and/or attendance at the in-person hearing Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 1pm would be awesome.
These cuts would devastate ridership, reducing fares, requiring more cuts, devastating fares, until Caltrian is no more. This is an existential moment for public transit and housing.
The region has to pass funding measures in Nov 2026.
The region has to pass funding measures in Nov 2026.
Caltrain Outlines Cuts to Come Without External Funding. Read more: https://www.caltrain.com/news/caltrain-outlines-cuts-come-without-external-funding.
Caltrain Outlines Cuts to Come Without External Funding | Caltrain
Elimination of weekend service and the end of half-hourly trains could be required to reduce budget shortfalls despite strong ridership recovery and high rider satisfaction
www.caltrain.com
November 7, 2025 at 6:39 PM
These cuts would devastate ridership, reducing fares, requiring more cuts, devastating fares, until Caltrian is no more. This is an existential moment for public transit and housing.
The region has to pass funding measures in Nov 2026.
The region has to pass funding measures in Nov 2026.
As someone who suffered from seizures for many years, what the fuck is this "officer" doing. Zero empathy or medical training. We have enabled all the worst people who are missing mirror neurons to act out their brutal fantasies day after day.
ICE grabs father by the neck—send him into violent seizure while his arms lock up around his toddler.
"He's having seizure and they're trying to rip the baby out of his hands!"
Agents then handcuff him—before putting in ambulance with his child.
Mother is detained by agents as target of arrest.
"He's having seizure and they're trying to rip the baby out of his hands!"
Agents then handcuff him—before putting in ambulance with his child.
Mother is detained by agents as target of arrest.
November 7, 2025 at 5:28 PM
As someone who suffered from seizures for many years, what the fuck is this "officer" doing. Zero empathy or medical training. We have enabled all the worst people who are missing mirror neurons to act out their brutal fantasies day after day.
I had totally missed that SF is issuing one-time prepaid grocery cards to CalFresh (ie, SNAP) beneficiaries. All CalFresh recipients in the city are supposed to get instructions in the mail this week.
It's one time, but great to see the city stepping in.
www.sfhsa.org/calfresh-eme...
It's one time, but great to see the city stepping in.
www.sfhsa.org/calfresh-eme...
CalFresh Emergency Grocery Card Program - Frequently Asked Questions | sfhsa.org
www.sfhsa.org
November 7, 2025 at 1:18 AM
I had totally missed that SF is issuing one-time prepaid grocery cards to CalFresh (ie, SNAP) beneficiaries. All CalFresh recipients in the city are supposed to get instructions in the mail this week.
It's one time, but great to see the city stepping in.
www.sfhsa.org/calfresh-eme...
It's one time, but great to see the city stepping in.
www.sfhsa.org/calfresh-eme...
Where is the perjury charge against Bovino for lying under oath? The judge makes it clear he lied multiple times.
“And having answered so I turn once more to those who sneer at this my city, and I give them back the sneer”
Judge Ellis today not only denounced the Trump administration’s immigration action, but had biting remarks on its clumsy views of Chicago itself
UPDATE: www.chicagotribune.com/2025/11/06/o...
Judge Ellis today not only denounced the Trump administration’s immigration action, but had biting remarks on its clumsy views of Chicago itself
UPDATE: www.chicagotribune.com/2025/11/06/o...
‘The use of force shocks the conscience’: Judge issues sweeping injunction on Chicago tactics of immigration agents
The incoming preliminary injunction replaces a temporary restraining order issued by U.S. District Judge Sara Ellis in early October that was set to expire at 11:30 a.m.
www.chicagotribune.com
November 7, 2025 at 12:13 AM
Where is the perjury charge against Bovino for lying under oath? The judge makes it clear he lied multiple times.
I love a good map.
I successfully nerd-sniped myself into making a precinct-level dot-density map of the NYC mayoral election. kieranhealy.org/blog/archive...
Mamdani vs Sliwa and Cuomo
Mamdani’s victory in the New York City mayoral election gave me the opportunity to draw a few maps, and also to learn a bit about incorporating additional spatial data into maps drawn in R. R is not a...
kieranhealy.org
November 6, 2025 at 10:25 PM
I love a good map.
Martin Benati absolutely dominated the loop station category of GBB 25 this past weekend. But it's hard to post battles without context, so enjoy this great re-imagining of Bizkit's Amber.
Bizkit - Amber | beatbox cover by Martin Benati
YouTube video by Martin Benati / Tino / Dekartellas
www.youtube.com
November 6, 2025 at 5:39 AM
Martin Benati absolutely dominated the loop station category of GBB 25 this past weekend. But it's hard to post battles without context, so enjoy this great re-imagining of Bizkit's Amber.
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I rode the new, electrified trains on a recent trip to SF. Marvelous!! Maybe a field trip by Metro managers is in order.
Caltrain popularity among riders at all time high: https://blog.bayareametro.gov/posts/caltrain-popularity-among-riders-all-time-high!
Caltrain popularity among riders at all time high
Caltrain released the results of its 2025 customer satisfaction survey last week, with the rail agency receiving a record high satisfaction rating of 4.41 out of 5, up from 4.02 in 2024.
blog.bayareametro.gov
November 6, 2025 at 1:58 AM
I rode the new, electrified trains on a recent trip to SF. Marvelous!! Maybe a field trip by Metro managers is in order.
🤣 but also 🙏 sign up and come to the zoom bootcamp @carterlavin.bsky.social is building for later this month!
November 6, 2025 at 1:15 AM
🤣 but also 🙏 sign up and come to the zoom bootcamp @carterlavin.bsky.social is building for later this month!
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“This case, ladies and gentleman of the jury, is about a sandwich.”
Closing arguments from the defense in the DC sandwich guy case are now underway.
Closing arguments from the defense in the DC sandwich guy case are now underway.
November 5, 2025 at 6:57 PM
“This case, ladies and gentleman of the jury, is about a sandwich.”
Closing arguments from the defense in the DC sandwich guy case are now underway.
Closing arguments from the defense in the DC sandwich guy case are now underway.
Caltrain is posting success after success right now. Passing the regional transit funding measure next November will be critical to continuing that success.
We love good news! 🤭
Survey Says: Riders Love Caltrain! Read more: https://www.caltrain.com/news/survey-says-riders-love-caltrain.
Survey Says: Riders Love Caltrain! Read more: https://www.caltrain.com/news/survey-says-riders-love-caltrain.
Survey Says: Riders Love Caltrain | Caltrain
2025 Customer Satisfaction Survey shows widespread exuberance over electric service
www.caltrain.com
November 5, 2025 at 7:34 PM
Caltrain is posting success after success right now. Passing the regional transit funding measure next November will be critical to continuing that success.
I'm positive about the proposed structure of the measure, but I need to know how much revenue it generates before I'd endorse. That wasn't shared with me last night. IMO, the amount raised must be over $150 million, and should be closer to $200 million such that Muni can add much needed service.
Exclusive: S.F. is considering two tax scenarios to save Muni from financial collapse
A parcel tax measure to save Muni from financial collapse has begun to take shape.
www.sfchronicle.com
November 5, 2025 at 3:58 PM
I'm positive about the proposed structure of the measure, but I need to know how much revenue it generates before I'd endorse. That wasn't shared with me last night. IMO, the amount raised must be over $150 million, and should be closer to $200 million such that Muni can add much needed service.
Great to see recalls failing. Maybe we can get a trend going and stop the madness.
Glad folks in Marin are coming to their senses especially in Fairfax. Via @sfchronicle.com
November 5, 2025 at 6:32 AM
Great to see recalls failing. Maybe we can get a trend going and stop the madness.
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Love to see it!!! So proud of California!!!
November 5, 2025 at 4:20 AM
Love to see it!!! So proud of California!!!