Audrey Elizabeth Korte
@audreykorte.bsky.social
✍🏻 I’m a writer whose camera 📸 is at the ready and a storyteller who looks at the big picture. Check out my latest at lightship.blog ⚓️
Phrack, a hacker-focused magazine that published the article, attacked Proton in an X post, asking, “Why are you cancelling journalists and ghosting us?”
Encrypted Messaging Service Proton Mail Disabled 2 Journalists' Accounts
The journalists were investigating cybersecurity risks within the South Korean government before finding their accounts had been shut down.
www.pcmag.com
September 15, 2025 at 5:21 AM
Phrack, a hacker-focused magazine that published the article, attacked Proton in an X post, asking, “Why are you cancelling journalists and ghosting us?”
"Initial information indicates the death of all village residents, estimated to be more than 1,000 people. Only one person survived.”
Heartbreaking
Heartbreaking
BREAKING: At least 1,000 people killed in Sudan after a landslide wipes out a village in Darfur, rebel group controlling the area says.
A devastating landslide wipes out a village in Sudan's Darfur, killing more than 1,000 people
A devastating landslide has wiped out a village in Sudan's Darfur region, killing at least 1,000 people.
bit.ly
September 2, 2025 at 9:55 AM
"Initial information indicates the death of all village residents, estimated to be more than 1,000 people. Only one person survived.”
Heartbreaking
Heartbreaking
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Look at this graph.
The share of national income going to the richest 10 percent was lowest (and share to lower 90 percent highest) when union membership was at its highest. As unions have weakened, inequality has widened.
This is why we must build back union power.
The share of national income going to the richest 10 percent was lowest (and share to lower 90 percent highest) when union membership was at its highest. As unions have weakened, inequality has widened.
This is why we must build back union power.
August 31, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Look at this graph.
The share of national income going to the richest 10 percent was lowest (and share to lower 90 percent highest) when union membership was at its highest. As unions have weakened, inequality has widened.
This is why we must build back union power.
The share of national income going to the richest 10 percent was lowest (and share to lower 90 percent highest) when union membership was at its highest. As unions have weakened, inequality has widened.
This is why we must build back union power.
“I’ve never seen this much police presence in my whole life,” said Dela Torre, 37, a massage therapist who has lived in Washington since 1994. “You guys are worried about some guy smoking a joint on the corner on a Friday night?”
How a surge in federal agents has changed policing in Washington, D.C. - The Boston Globe
Federal law enforcement agents are conducting a dragnet-style operation and making a range of low-level arrests.
www.bostonglobe.com
August 31, 2025 at 9:07 AM
“I’ve never seen this much police presence in my whole life,” said Dela Torre, 37, a massage therapist who has lived in Washington since 1994. “You guys are worried about some guy smoking a joint on the corner on a Friday night?”
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NEW: Ayman Soliman is locally renowned for helping the families of dying kids.
Now, friends say he’s been "tortured" in isolation as the Trump administration tries to deport him.
Story: www.rollingstone.com/politics/pol...
Now, friends say he’s been "tortured" in isolation as the Trump administration tries to deport him.
Story: www.rollingstone.com/politics/pol...
August 7, 2025 at 8:45 PM
NEW: Ayman Soliman is locally renowned for helping the families of dying kids.
Now, friends say he’s been "tortured" in isolation as the Trump administration tries to deport him.
Story: www.rollingstone.com/politics/pol...
Now, friends say he’s been "tortured" in isolation as the Trump administration tries to deport him.
Story: www.rollingstone.com/politics/pol...
This was an absolute blast and I am so glad I went. Here’s my video from La Fête de Marquette in #Madison on Saturday.
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
Video: La Fête de Marquette 2025
La Fête de Marquette is an annual fundraiser that brings French-themed fun to Madison’s McPike Park. Here are scenes from Saturday evening’s entertainment.
madison.com
July 14, 2025 at 3:50 PM
This was an absolute blast and I am so glad I went. Here’s my video from La Fête de Marquette in #Madison on Saturday.
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
Blighted and burned-out buildings may be common in some cities, but in Madison, they are more rare than routine. Still, they can become a serious headache for neighbors, city inspectors and property owners alike.
Rare but stubborn: How Madison handles blighted, unsafe properties
Under Wisconsin law, blight typically refers to properties that are “substandard” or “deteriorated” and pose a threat to public health or safety.
madison.com
July 7, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Blighted and burned-out buildings may be common in some cities, but in Madison, they are more rare than routine. Still, they can become a serious headache for neighbors, city inspectors and property owners alike.
Boaters will be happy to hear that Tenney lock is reopening, just in time for the July 4th holiday weekend in #Madison
Tenney lock reopening, just in time for the holiday weekend
The lock, a vital passage on Madison’s Near East Side, had been closed since Tuesday due to problems with the gate system.
madison.com
July 3, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Boaters will be happy to hear that Tenney lock is reopening, just in time for the July 4th holiday weekend in #Madison
Catalent’s latest expansion in Madison is bringing a boost to Wisconsin’s growing biohealth sector, with a $45 million investment that has already created about 200 new jobs.
Catalent’s $45M expansion brings 200 new jobs to Madison
Catalent’s decision to expand in Madison was influenced by Wisconsin’s growing reputation as a biohealth hub.
madison.com
July 2, 2025 at 10:44 PM
Catalent’s latest expansion in Madison is bringing a boost to Wisconsin’s growing biohealth sector, with a $45 million investment that has already created about 200 new jobs.
Tenney lock closure casts doubt on July 4th boating plans in #Madison. Dane County officials say the problem with the lock and dam is software-related.
Tenney lock closure casts doubt on July 4th boating plans in Madison
The Tenney Park Lock and Dam, a key passage between Lakes Mendota and Monona in Madison, is currently closed due to maintenance issues with the lock gate system.
madison.com
July 1, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Tenney lock closure casts doubt on July 4th boating plans in #Madison. Dane County officials say the problem with the lock and dam is software-related.
Clogged roof drains to blame for partial roof collapse at Woodman's Market on East Side
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Clogged roof drains to blame for partial roof collapse at Woodman's Market on East Side
The debris-filled drains caused water to pool on the roof, eventually sending a cataract of water into the middle of the store.
madison.com
June 24, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Clogged roof drains to blame for partial roof collapse at Woodman's Market on East Side
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Dane County event helps residents rid their housing deeds of racial covenants
Dane County event helps residents rid their housing deeds of racial covenants
The event at the Alliant Energy Center aims to educate homeowners about the history of the now-unenforceable covenants and guide them through the process of formally removing them.
madison.com
June 16, 2025 at 10:22 PM
Dane County event helps residents rid their housing deeds of racial covenants
Capitol City Band to host free Juneteenth concert at Rennebohm Park in #Madison on Thursday
Capitol City Band to host free Juneteenth concert at Rennebohm Park
The band is back for its 57th season under new conductor Dave Pedracine. Longtime conductor Jim Latimer is retiring but still involved.
madison.com
June 16, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Capitol City Band to host free Juneteenth concert at Rennebohm Park in #Madison on Thursday
Badger Books tech will be used at tomorrow’s special election in #Madison — speeding up check-ins and helping keep voter identification information secure and accurate
Madison voters to try out electronic poll books during special election Tuesday
Madison will be using new technology during Tuesday’s special election to sopped up voter check-in, registration and absentee ballot recording using Badger Books which reduce the risk of human entry
madison.com
June 16, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Badger Books tech will be used at tomorrow’s special election in #Madison — speeding up check-ins and helping keep voter identification information secure and accurate
Suspect in custody in Minnesota shootings, AP reports
Man suspected of shooting 2 Minnesota lawmakers caught, AP sources says
The man suspected of shooting two Minnesota lawmakers, killing one of them, has been taken into custody, two law enforcement officials said.
apnews.com
June 16, 2025 at 2:55 AM
Suspect in custody in Minnesota shootings, AP reports
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“Well, it’s a terrible thing. I think he’s a terrible governor,” ABC News reported Trump said. “I think he’s a grossly incompetent person. But I may, I may call him, I may call other people too.”
Trump attacks Walz as ‘grossly incompetent,’ says he ‘may’ call him after Minnesota shootings
President Donald Trump had not called Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz by Sunday afternoon in the aftermath of the assassination of House DFL Leader Melissa Hortman.
bit.ly
June 15, 2025 at 7:46 PM
“Well, it’s a terrible thing. I think he’s a terrible governor,” ABC News reported Trump said. “I think he’s a grossly incompetent person. But I may, I may call him, I may call other people too.”
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Between 15,000 and 18,000 people marched down State Street to the Wisconsin Capitol Saturday in part of the No Kings and Kick out the Clowns events in the city Saturday.
#Wisconsin
#Wisconsin
Thousands rally against Trump at Wisconsin Capitol in Downtown Madison
Protesters criticized the administration's actions, including its crackdown on immigration, and condemned the fatal shooting of a Democratic Minnesota lawmaker earlier Saturday.
madison.com
June 15, 2025 at 8:32 PM
Between 15,000 and 18,000 people marched down State Street to the Wisconsin Capitol Saturday in part of the No Kings and Kick out the Clowns events in the city Saturday.
#Wisconsin
#Wisconsin
The biggest event at the state Capitol Saturday is expected to be the “No Kings” protest, march and rally in opposition to President Donald Trump’s administration while across Capitol Square the annual March for Life Wisconsin, hosted by Pro-Life Wisconsin is happening at the same time.
Madison police plan for numerous protests, events Downtown Saturday
Police are preparing for multiple Saturday protests, rallies, graduations, the farmers market, Safety Saturday and a bike event around the Lake which will converge Downtown, bringing thousands of peop...
madison.com
June 13, 2025 at 3:01 PM
The biggest event at the state Capitol Saturday is expected to be the “No Kings” protest, march and rally in opposition to President Donald Trump’s administration while across Capitol Square the annual March for Life Wisconsin, hosted by Pro-Life Wisconsin is happening at the same time.
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"Residents have reported consistent and significant concerns with the noise levels to my office," U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan said.
Madison residents near airport denied additional aid to fortify homes against F-35 noise
"Residents have reported consistent and significant concerns with the noise levels to my office," U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan said.
madison.com
June 11, 2025 at 8:45 PM
"Residents have reported consistent and significant concerns with the noise levels to my office," U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan said.
The event is part of the ‘No Kings’ national day of action happening Saturday in more than 1,500 U.S. locations.
#Madison
#Madison
Madison protesters to march against Trump on Saturday
Demonstrators will march and rally at the Capitol in Downtown Madison on Saturday afternoon to protest the Trump administration.
madison.com
June 10, 2025 at 11:36 PM
The event is part of the ‘No Kings’ national day of action happening Saturday in more than 1,500 U.S. locations.
#Madison
#Madison
Dane County's 30-acre sustainability campus on the Southeast Side is on track to break ground in the spring of 2026, with a new Waste Education Center serving as the cornerstone of the project and the next county landfill planned at the site.
Dane County's $36M 'sustainability campus' reimagines how we dispose of waste
The project aims to divert waste to extend the landfill’s life or even potentially “eliminate the need” for landfilling altogether.
madison.com
June 10, 2025 at 12:29 AM
Dane County's 30-acre sustainability campus on the Southeast Side is on track to break ground in the spring of 2026, with a new Waste Education Center serving as the cornerstone of the project and the next county landfill planned at the site.
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The Red Rooster bar on the Far East Side is stripped of its liquor license after its manager was charged with causing a fatal 2025 crash after he was seen
Red Rooster’s liquor license not renewed after fatal crash
The Red Rooster bar on the Far East Side is stripped of its liquor license after its manager was charged with causing a fatal 2025 crash after he was seen
madison.com
June 4, 2025 at 10:35 AM
The Red Rooster bar on the Far East Side is stripped of its liquor license after its manager was charged with causing a fatal 2025 crash after he was seen
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The Iowa-based media company that owns the Wisconsin State Journal said the data breach included first and last names, as well as Social Security numbers.
Hackers stole data on 40,000 people during Lee Enterprises cyberattack
The Iowa-based media company that owns the Wisconsin State Journal said the data breach included first and last names, as well as Social Security numbers.
madison.com
June 4, 2025 at 6:27 PM
The Iowa-based media company that owns the Wisconsin State Journal said the data breach included first and last names, as well as Social Security numbers.
Basically you take food scraps to these big public bins in Dane County which composts the stuff for free. It keeps food waste out of landfills. These are open 24/7 too, btw
Dane County launches food compost drop-off program, free for residents
The drop-off sites will be accessible 24 hours per day for Dane County residents who sign up to use them. The compost program can accept up to 600 tons of food waste per year.
madison.com
May 31, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Basically you take food scraps to these big public bins in Dane County which composts the stuff for free. It keeps food waste out of landfills. These are open 24/7 too, btw