@meidieti.bsky.social
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this sighting and the pics are incredible. you might be interested in this:
www.projectsnowstorm.org/what-is-an-i...
www.projectsnowstorm.org/what-is-an-i...
What is an irruption? - Project SNOWstorm
Download PDF | Download image Snowy owls come south in unpredictable invasions known as ‘irruptions.’ It’s mostly about food and babies, but we have a lot to learn about this phenomenon. Snowy owl mig...
www.projectsnowstorm.org
November 27, 2025 at 7:53 AM
this sighting and the pics are incredible. you might be interested in this:
www.projectsnowstorm.org/what-is-an-i...
www.projectsnowstorm.org/what-is-an-i...
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Today on Volts: I've had more requests to cover this than almost any other topic in the pod's history, so now, at long last, balcony solar! We dig into how "plug-in solar" took off in Europe & how it's making its way to the US, starting in Utah. Backyard DIY types rejoice!
What's the deal with balcony solar?
Cora Stryker joins me to explain how "plug-in" solar took Europe by storm and is finally, via Utah (?), making its way to America.
www.volts.wtf
November 26, 2025 at 6:24 PM
Today on Volts: I've had more requests to cover this than almost any other topic in the pod's history, so now, at long last, balcony solar! We dig into how "plug-in solar" took off in Europe & how it's making its way to the US, starting in Utah. Backyard DIY types rejoice!
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Snowy owls were spotted near the Montrose bird sanctuary, drawing crowds to the lakefront. Park blockclubchi.co/3Xg2f5y
November 24, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Snowy owls were spotted near the Montrose bird sanctuary, drawing crowds to the lakefront. Park blockclubchi.co/3Xg2f5y
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DHS claims that an accused murderer was released from a Charlotte jail and was “back onto North Carolina’s streets because of sanctuary policies.”
The local paper reported that was false.
So DHS quietly removed that statement—and never admitted they lied. www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/c...
The local paper reported that was false.
So DHS quietly removed that statement—and never admitted they lied. www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/c...
DHS quietly corrects inaccurate information after Charlotte Observer report
As Border Patrol arrived in Charlotte, DHS falsely said a Honduran man charged with murder was released under NC’s “sanctuary policies.”
www.charlotteobserver.com
November 23, 2025 at 12:28 PM
DHS claims that an accused murderer was released from a Charlotte jail and was “back onto North Carolina’s streets because of sanctuary policies.”
The local paper reported that was false.
So DHS quietly removed that statement—and never admitted they lied. www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/c...
The local paper reported that was false.
So DHS quietly removed that statement—and never admitted they lied. www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/c...
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The claim by the deputy White House chief of staff is likely an oversimplification.
Trump admin official says 1 in 7 CMS students are ‘here illegally.’ Here are the facts
The claim by the deputy White House chief of staff is likely an oversimplification.
bit.ly
November 22, 2025 at 4:30 PM
The claim by the deputy White House chief of staff is likely an oversimplification.
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🎁CHICAGO'S ULTIMATE GUIDE TO SHOPPING LOCAL🎁
Block Club highlighted 100+ shops across Chicago where you can get a perfect gift for everyone on your list — while supporting small businesses. Check out our neighborhood gift guides:
blockclubchi.co/4r3hEnd
Block Club highlighted 100+ shops across Chicago where you can get a perfect gift for everyone on your list — while supporting small businesses. Check out our neighborhood gift guides:
blockclubchi.co/4r3hEnd
November 21, 2025 at 10:01 PM
🎁CHICAGO'S ULTIMATE GUIDE TO SHOPPING LOCAL🎁
Block Club highlighted 100+ shops across Chicago where you can get a perfect gift for everyone on your list — while supporting small businesses. Check out our neighborhood gift guides:
blockclubchi.co/4r3hEnd
Block Club highlighted 100+ shops across Chicago where you can get a perfect gift for everyone on your list — while supporting small businesses. Check out our neighborhood gift guides:
blockclubchi.co/4r3hEnd
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This made me cry at my desk
Going to end on one of the most beautiful commercials ever made with the reminder and a call to remember the small things. They make a big difference to others.
Love all, help all.
Go Jackets.
Love all, help all.
Go Jackets.
November 21, 2025 at 5:58 PM
This made me cry at my desk
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Now's a good time for Illinois residents to take advantage of a unique right we have to be removed from Clearview's database. Scroll down to IL opt-out here: www.clearview.ai/privacy-and-...
November 6, 2025 at 3:02 AM
Now's a good time for Illinois residents to take advantage of a unique right we have to be removed from Clearview's database. Scroll down to IL opt-out here: www.clearview.ai/privacy-and-...
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"We have a 2000s housing bubble level of financial engineering on top of a 1920s level of private unregulated lending on top of something bigger than a 1990s internet (or 1870s railroad) level of technology and infrastructure build-out." prospect.org/2025/11/19/a...
The AI Bubble Is Bigger Than You Think - The American Prospect
It’s not just OpenAI that looks overhyped. There’s a whole mountain of sketchy financial engineering underneath.
prospect.org
November 19, 2025 at 5:03 PM
"We have a 2000s housing bubble level of financial engineering on top of a 1920s level of private unregulated lending on top of something bigger than a 1990s internet (or 1870s railroad) level of technology and infrastructure build-out." prospect.org/2025/11/19/a...
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A group of more than 30 independent businesses in Lincoln Square and Ravenswood are teaming up for a fundraiser to benefit four nonprofits helping Chicago’s most vulnerable neighbors. blockclubchi.co/4raoo2y
November 19, 2025 at 8:00 PM
A group of more than 30 independent businesses in Lincoln Square and Ravenswood are teaming up for a fundraiser to benefit four nonprofits helping Chicago’s most vulnerable neighbors. blockclubchi.co/4raoo2y
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How Chicagoans helped their neighbors through the SNAP freeze: blockclubchi.co/43CxB9T
November 18, 2025 at 2:01 PM
How Chicagoans helped their neighbors through the SNAP freeze: blockclubchi.co/43CxB9T
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"Agencies within the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, including ICE, ERO, and CBP intend to implement a comprehensive plan to target Spanish-speaking churches across the country during the upcoming holiday season between Thanksgiving, Nov. 27, and Christmas, Dec. 25."
Exclusive: Trump DHS Plans Immigration Raids on Churches Over Holidays
The Trump Dept. of Homeland Security is briefing federal agencies on plans for immigration enforcement operations inside churches over holidays.
thisweekinworcester.com
November 18, 2025 at 1:12 AM
"Agencies within the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, including ICE, ERO, and CBP intend to implement a comprehensive plan to target Spanish-speaking churches across the country during the upcoming holiday season between Thanksgiving, Nov. 27, and Christmas, Dec. 25."
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Another video from Charlotte, NC. Property owners scare off federal agents after they question a man putting up Christmas lights.
November 16, 2025 at 4:30 AM
Another video from Charlotte, NC. Property owners scare off federal agents after they question a man putting up Christmas lights.
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The man recounts his experience here
Border Patrol enforcement begins in Charlotte. One man said his truck's window was shattered
Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, saw CBP agents carry out operations in the city.
www.wcnc.com
November 16, 2025 at 1:21 AM
The man recounts his experience here
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TW: video showcasing a violent display of force by federal agents
From Charlotte, NC. Seen it shared on a few NC based IG pages. Based on this video, federal agents using the same tactics we’ve seen the last few months in Chicago.
From Charlotte, NC. Seen it shared on a few NC based IG pages. Based on this video, federal agents using the same tactics we’ve seen the last few months in Chicago.
November 16, 2025 at 12:59 AM
TW: video showcasing a violent display of force by federal agents
From Charlotte, NC. Seen it shared on a few NC based IG pages. Based on this video, federal agents using the same tactics we’ve seen the last few months in Chicago.
From Charlotte, NC. Seen it shared on a few NC based IG pages. Based on this video, federal agents using the same tactics we’ve seen the last few months in Chicago.
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Some inspiring words on cinema in the streaming era from the Pope.
Yes, THAT Pope.
Yes, THAT Pope.
November 15, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Some inspiring words on cinema in the streaming era from the Pope.
Yes, THAT Pope.
Yes, THAT Pope.
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Maybe one legacy ICE will leave is that Chicago and its suburbs have more in common than we thought. They were both targets, and they both fought back, writes @tedmcclelland.bsky.social
Chicago and Its Suburbs Unite Against ICE
The influx of federal agents in the Chicago area is aligning us more closely than ever.
buff.ly
November 15, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Maybe one legacy ICE will leave is that Chicago and its suburbs have more in common than we thought. They were both targets, and they both fought back, writes @tedmcclelland.bsky.social
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For two months, the U.S. government has been racial profiling as masked federal agents hunted for immigrants throughout Chicago. They’ve repeatedly snatched up U.S. citizens while traumatizing communities. “I felt like a piece of trash.” Here is our story www.chicagotribune.com/2025/11/15/l...
Latino US citizens racially profiled by federal immigration agents in Chicago: ‘I felt like a piece of trash’
The Tribune spoke to U.S. citizens and green card holders who have either been questioned or detained during Trump’s Operation Midway Blitz.
www.chicagotribune.com
November 15, 2025 at 2:05 PM
For two months, the U.S. government has been racial profiling as masked federal agents hunted for immigrants throughout Chicago. They’ve repeatedly snatched up U.S. citizens while traumatizing communities. “I felt like a piece of trash.” Here is our story www.chicagotribune.com/2025/11/15/l...
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“I’m not quite sure what border we’re patrolling here,” one state representative said. “Are we patrolling Rock Hill or South Carolina?”
‘No transparency.’ Charlotte leaders blast secrecy around Border Patrol move into NC
“I’m not quite sure what border we’re patrolling here,” one state representative said. “Are we patrolling Rock Hill or South Carolina?”
bit.ly
November 14, 2025 at 6:40 PM
“I’m not quite sure what border we’re patrolling here,” one state representative said. “Are we patrolling Rock Hill or South Carolina?”
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"You need a warrant to come in!"
"We're just going to talk to someone..."
Uh, that's not how the warrant requirement works at all!
"We're just going to talk to someone..."
Uh, that's not how the warrant requirement works at all!
November 14, 2025 at 5:46 PM
"You need a warrant to come in!"
"We're just going to talk to someone..."
Uh, that's not how the warrant requirement works at all!
"We're just going to talk to someone..."
Uh, that's not how the warrant requirement works at all!
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ICYMI, @govpritzker.illinois.gov in October claimed state, county and local police at Broadview were working "to protect people’s ability to peacefully exercise their constitutional rights."
In the month since those same police have arrested about 80 protestors at Broadview.
In the month since those same police have arrested about 80 protestors at Broadview.
November 14, 2025 at 4:45 PM
ICYMI, @govpritzker.illinois.gov in October claimed state, county and local police at Broadview were working "to protect people’s ability to peacefully exercise their constitutional rights."
In the month since those same police have arrested about 80 protestors at Broadview.
In the month since those same police have arrested about 80 protestors at Broadview.
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Since federal immigration agents began ramping up operations in Chicago communities, residents have come together to support their neighbors. In Albany Park, a group recognized the need for assistance and initiated what they call the walking school bus.
Volunteers Help Immigrant Parents Get Their Kids to School With the ‘Walking School Bus’
“The moment that the raids started happening and people started getting pulled off the street, you could just see it,” volunteer Alyssa May said. “You could see less students, less families, less vend...
news.wttw.com
November 14, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Since federal immigration agents began ramping up operations in Chicago communities, residents have come together to support their neighbors. In Albany Park, a group recognized the need for assistance and initiated what they call the walking school bus.
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An interesting tidbit in the joint status report filed in the Broadview ICE facility case today:
ICE says video from inside the facility "between October 19, 2025, and October 31, 2025, has been irretrievably destroyed" and can't be produced in discovery.
www.courtlistener.com/docket/71832...
ICE says video from inside the facility "between October 19, 2025, and October 31, 2025, has been irretrievably destroyed" and can't be produced in discovery.
www.courtlistener.com/docket/71832...
November 13, 2025 at 6:39 PM
An interesting tidbit in the joint status report filed in the Broadview ICE facility case today:
ICE says video from inside the facility "between October 19, 2025, and October 31, 2025, has been irretrievably destroyed" and can't be produced in discovery.
www.courtlistener.com/docket/71832...
ICE says video from inside the facility "between October 19, 2025, and October 31, 2025, has been irretrievably destroyed" and can't be produced in discovery.
www.courtlistener.com/docket/71832...
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Unconstitutional "birthplace" stop by ICE. These are crimes. The solution to crime is punishment.
November 13, 2025 at 9:39 PM
Unconstitutional "birthplace" stop by ICE. These are crimes. The solution to crime is punishment.
“The priority of the Lord, as the Prophets remind us, is for those who are most vulnerable: the widow, the orphan, the poor, and the stranger (Zechariah 7:10).”
Read: U.S. Bishops’ full statement on immigration and opposing mass deportation
“We oppose the indiscriminate mass deportation of people. We pray for an end to dehumanizing rhetoric and violence, whether directed at immigrants or at law enforcement.”
www.americamagazine.org
November 12, 2025 at 10:43 PM
“The priority of the Lord, as the Prophets remind us, is for those who are most vulnerable: the widow, the orphan, the poor, and the stranger (Zechariah 7:10).”