Lisa
@lisareider.bsky.social
Writer, regional newspaper editor who loves comedy, open world rpgs, animals, nature, science, and weird stuff. (she/her)
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The seeming disconnect of prosecuting someone for murder over a killing they didn’t commit—what’s known as “felony murder”—has sparked public outrage and confusion in some cases. Today, forty-eight states permit some version of it.
A Friend’s Death to Mourn, and to Serve Time for
An Alabama teen was shot alongside his friend, then prosecuted for his killing. His case highlights a particularly harsh doctrine in American criminal punishment: felony murder.
boltsmag.org
November 26, 2025 at 6:30 PM
The seeming disconnect of prosecuting someone for murder over a killing they didn’t commit—what’s known as “felony murder”—has sparked public outrage and confusion in some cases. Today, forty-eight states permit some version of it.
There's an even bigger issue with Facebook: many local municipalities, police precincts fire companies, local gov departments, etc., only share their news via Facebook. They don't issue press releases or update .gov websites with breaking news or vital info. Instead it's exclusive to Facebook.
I've deleted most of my FB info, just kept my account alive to use site for work. So depressing watching people I friended, for whatever reason over the years, share idiotic AI slop. A big neon sign screaming "DO NOT INTERACT WITH THIS PERSON."
November 24, 2025 at 6:24 PM
There's an even bigger issue with Facebook: many local municipalities, police precincts fire companies, local gov departments, etc., only share their news via Facebook. They don't issue press releases or update .gov websites with breaking news or vital info. Instead it's exclusive to Facebook.
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“Short bursts indicate an ICE sighting. Long whistles indicate agents making arrests. If you hear the whistle and you’re undocumented, said [Whitney Hu, a community activist and organizer with South Brooklyn Mutual Aid], ‘you hide. And if you’re somebody who’s not, you go to the street.’”
As ICE Street Raids Ramp Up, New Yorkers Stock Up On Whistles
Taking a cue from Chicago, community groups have distributed thousands of whistles in recent weeks — a grassroots system people in other cities have adopted to help neighbors sound the alarm.
www.thecity.nyc
November 17, 2025 at 1:44 PM
“Short bursts indicate an ICE sighting. Long whistles indicate agents making arrests. If you hear the whistle and you’re undocumented, said [Whitney Hu, a community activist and organizer with South Brooklyn Mutual Aid], ‘you hide. And if you’re somebody who’s not, you go to the street.’”
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This is far worse than anyone expected.
Trump's HUD plan would cut *two-thirds* of permanent housing and push as many as 170,000 formerly homeless people back onto the street—redirecting funds to work mandates, forced treatment, and encampment sweeps.
All as mass internment camps are being built.
Trump's HUD plan would cut *two-thirds* of permanent housing and push as many as 170,000 formerly homeless people back onto the street—redirecting funds to work mandates, forced treatment, and encampment sweeps.
All as mass internment camps are being built.
Trump Administration to Drastically Cut Housing Grants
www.nytimes.com
November 13, 2025 at 3:21 AM
This is far worse than anyone expected.
Trump's HUD plan would cut *two-thirds* of permanent housing and push as many as 170,000 formerly homeless people back onto the street—redirecting funds to work mandates, forced treatment, and encampment sweeps.
All as mass internment camps are being built.
Trump's HUD plan would cut *two-thirds* of permanent housing and push as many as 170,000 formerly homeless people back onto the street—redirecting funds to work mandates, forced treatment, and encampment sweeps.
All as mass internment camps are being built.
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Body-camera video appears to contradict the government’s claim that Marimar Martinez, 30, drove toward officers before one of them opened fire at her late Saturday morning in Brighton Park, her attorney claimed.
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Attorney for woman shot by Border Patrol claims officer said 'Do something b-----' before shooting
Body-camera video appears to contradict the government's claim that Marimar Martinez, 30, drove toward officers before one of them opened fire at her late Saturday morning in Brighton Park, her attorney claimed. A judge ordered Martinez and a co-defendant released pending trial.
trib.al
October 6, 2025 at 9:58 PM
Body-camera video appears to contradict the government’s claim that Marimar Martinez, 30, drove toward officers before one of them opened fire at her late Saturday morning in Brighton Park, her attorney claimed.
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“ABC7 spoke to Pertissue Fisher, a woman who lives in the building. She said ICE agents took everyone in the building, including her, and asked questions later….’They was bringing the kids down, too, had them zip tied to each other.’”
It can’t happen here, you say. But it is happening.
It can’t happen here, you say. But it is happening.
ICE agents raid South Shore apartments; Trump says Chicago could become military training ground
ICE agents raided a South Shore apartment building overnight as the city braces for a possible military deployment.
abc7chicago.com
October 2, 2025 at 2:10 AM
“ABC7 spoke to Pertissue Fisher, a woman who lives in the building. She said ICE agents took everyone in the building, including her, and asked questions later….’They was bringing the kids down, too, had them zip tied to each other.’”
It can’t happen here, you say. But it is happening.
It can’t happen here, you say. But it is happening.
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Last week, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced a $20 billion package to rescue the Argentinian economy. The taxpayer-financed deal has little upside for ordinary Americans.
However, the announcement had massive economic benefits for one American: billionaire hedge fund manager Rob Citrone.
However, the announcement had massive economic benefits for one American: billionaire hedge fund manager Rob Citrone.
Trump’s Argentina bailout enriches one well-connected billionaire
A $20 billion taxpayer-funded rescue package for Argentina is a gift for a hedge fund manager with personal and professional ties to the Treasury Secretary
popular.info
September 29, 2025 at 10:09 PM
Last week, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced a $20 billion package to rescue the Argentinian economy. The taxpayer-financed deal has little upside for ordinary Americans.
However, the announcement had massive economic benefits for one American: billionaire hedge fund manager Rob Citrone.
However, the announcement had massive economic benefits for one American: billionaire hedge fund manager Rob Citrone.
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Dr. Debby Day said her bosses at Cigna gave her a stark warning: Work faster, or the company might fire her.
She said her bosses cared more about being fast than being right: “Deny, deny, deny. That’s how you hit your numbers.”
(Published April 2024 w/ @capitolforum.bsky.social)
She said her bosses cared more about being fast than being right: “Deny, deny, deny. That’s how you hit your numbers.”
(Published April 2024 w/ @capitolforum.bsky.social)
A Doctor at Cigna Said Her Bosses Pressured Her to Review Patients’ Cases Too Quickly. Cigna Threatened to Fire Her.
Cigna tracks every minute that its staff doctors spend deciding whether to pay for health care. Dr. Debby Day said her bosses cared more about being fast than being right: “Deny, deny, deny. That’s ho...
www.propublica.org
September 19, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Dr. Debby Day said her bosses at Cigna gave her a stark warning: Work faster, or the company might fire her.
She said her bosses cared more about being fast than being right: “Deny, deny, deny. That’s how you hit your numbers.”
(Published April 2024 w/ @capitolforum.bsky.social)
She said her bosses cared more about being fast than being right: “Deny, deny, deny. That’s how you hit your numbers.”
(Published April 2024 w/ @capitolforum.bsky.social)
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As of late last month, the investigation—led by US senator Jon Ossoff, a Democrat of Georgia—had unearthed 41 cases of physical and sexual abuse; 14 involving pregnant detainees and 18 involving children.
Senate Probe Uncovers Allegations of Widespread Abuse in ICE Custody
Led by US senator Jon Ossoff, the investigation cites hundreds of reports since January, including accounts of miscarriages, child neglect, and sexual abuse at ICE detention centers in dozens of state...
www.wired.com
August 19, 2025 at 5:19 PM
As of late last month, the investigation—led by US senator Jon Ossoff, a Democrat of Georgia—had unearthed 41 cases of physical and sexual abuse; 14 involving pregnant detainees and 18 involving children.
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DAILY MEMO: ICE Brutalizes and Sends High-Profile Female TikToker Who Documents Raids to Hospital
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August 16, 2025 at 4:33 AM
DAILY MEMO: ICE Brutalizes and Sends High-Profile Female TikToker Who Documents Raids to Hospital
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The official version of the constitution on Congress.gov has removed Article I, Section 9 and 10 from the website which includes the writ of habeus corpus.
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August 6, 2025 at 3:40 PM
The official version of the constitution on Congress.gov has removed Article I, Section 9 and 10 from the website which includes the writ of habeus corpus.
web.archive.org/web/diff/202...
web.archive.org/web/diff/202...
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The craziest discovery about our global water crisis -- besides the fact that the continents are drying -- is that groundwater pumping is now driving sea level rise. @hrishikeshac.bsky.social @jayfamiglietti.bsky.social www.propublica.org/article/wate...
“Staggering” Water Loss Driven by Groundwater Mining Poses Global Threat
A new study finds that freshwater resources are rapidly disappearing, creating arid “mega” regions and causing sea levels to rise.
www.propublica.org
July 28, 2025 at 5:37 PM
The craziest discovery about our global water crisis -- besides the fact that the continents are drying -- is that groundwater pumping is now driving sea level rise. @hrishikeshac.bsky.social @jayfamiglietti.bsky.social www.propublica.org/article/wate...
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Really devastated to share we have a sad update on this one. We heard last night the family was in fact deported.
We've updated the story with what we know: 19thnews.org/2025/07/chil...
We've updated the story with what we know: 19thnews.org/2025/07/chil...
July 11, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Really devastated to share we have a sad update on this one. We heard last night the family was in fact deported.
We've updated the story with what we know: 19thnews.org/2025/07/chil...
We've updated the story with what we know: 19thnews.org/2025/07/chil...
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This is footage from today in MacArthur Park.
Minutes before, there were more than 20 kids playing — then, the MILITARY comes through.
The SECOND I heard about this, I went to the park to speak to the person in charge to tell them it needed to end NOW.
Absolutely outrageous.
Minutes before, there were more than 20 kids playing — then, the MILITARY comes through.
The SECOND I heard about this, I went to the park to speak to the person in charge to tell them it needed to end NOW.
Absolutely outrageous.
July 7, 2025 at 9:10 PM
This is footage from today in MacArthur Park.
Minutes before, there were more than 20 kids playing — then, the MILITARY comes through.
The SECOND I heard about this, I went to the park to speak to the person in charge to tell them it needed to end NOW.
Absolutely outrageous.
Minutes before, there were more than 20 kids playing — then, the MILITARY comes through.
The SECOND I heard about this, I went to the park to speak to the person in charge to tell them it needed to end NOW.
Absolutely outrageous.
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USAID didn’t fail. It fed 127,000 kids—then was erased mid-crisis. No speech. No tribute. Just silence. They didn’t end a program. They liquidated a covenant. The last American promise not built on conquest—but care.
🔗 thelastmilewithusaid.substack.com
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July 5, 2025 at 4:49 PM
USAID didn’t fail. It fed 127,000 kids—then was erased mid-crisis. No speech. No tribute. Just silence. They didn’t end a program. They liquidated a covenant. The last American promise not built on conquest—but care.
🔗 thelastmilewithusaid.substack.com
🔗 thelastmilewithusaid.substack.com
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Trump officials are now empowered to "discipline" federal scientists and "correct" their research if it doesn't advance administration's priorities. Science will undergo a hostile red team review. Fringe and industry-affiliated science will be given more weight. www.eenews.net/articles/tru...
Trump’s science guidelines could amplify climate skeptics
The new White House rules put more power in the hands of political appointees.
www.eenews.net
July 3, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Trump officials are now empowered to "discipline" federal scientists and "correct" their research if it doesn't advance administration's priorities. Science will undergo a hostile red team review. Fringe and industry-affiliated science will be given more weight. www.eenews.net/articles/tru...
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Today the GOP justices on the Supreme Court endorsed migrants being sold into slavery.
They'll claim otherwise, but that's the reality — today's decision permits Trump to send people from countries around the world to any global hellhole that accepts a U.S. financial incentive.
They'll claim otherwise, but that's the reality — today's decision permits Trump to send people from countries around the world to any global hellhole that accepts a U.S. financial incentive.
June 23, 2025 at 8:42 PM
Today the GOP justices on the Supreme Court endorsed migrants being sold into slavery.
They'll claim otherwise, but that's the reality — today's decision permits Trump to send people from countries around the world to any global hellhole that accepts a U.S. financial incentive.
They'll claim otherwise, but that's the reality — today's decision permits Trump to send people from countries around the world to any global hellhole that accepts a U.S. financial incentive.
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A group in San Diego is patrolling neighborhoods to identify potential ICE presence. They keep watch for vehicles that may belong to federal agencies, and use livestreams, radios, and social media to keep communities informed. boltsmag.org/how-vol...
How Volunteer Patrols Are Working to Protect San Diego Immigrant Communities From ICE
In response to mass deportation threats and mixed messages from county leaders on federal cooperation, San Diego organizers are taking action to inform residents of ICE activity.
boltsmag.org
May 12, 2025 at 11:45 PM
A group in San Diego is patrolling neighborhoods to identify potential ICE presence. They keep watch for vehicles that may belong to federal agencies, and use livestreams, radios, and social media to keep communities informed. boltsmag.org/how-vol...
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Homeland security apparently used British man’s tattoo to identify alleged gang members
Homeland security apparently used British man’s tattoo to identify alleged gang members
‘Average man from Derbyshire’ shocked to find photo of tattoo celebrating child’s birth was used to deport migrants
A British man was shocked to discover that a photo of his tattoo was included in a US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) document used to identify alleged members of a notorious Venezuelan criminal gang, Tren de Aragua (TdA).
Earlier this week, 44-year-old Pete Belton, who lives in the English county of Derbyshire, told the BBC that he was stunned to find a photo of his forearm tattoo featured in a DHS document among nine images of tattoos intended to assist in “detecting and identifying” TdA members. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
April 11, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Homeland security apparently used British man’s tattoo to identify alleged gang members
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How to understand the stock market if you only watch Fox News
April 9, 2025 at 6:12 PM
How to understand the stock market if you only watch Fox News
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DOGE/SSA marked this person dead and *removed his savings from his bank account,* cancelled his social security and Medicare. #seattle https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/politics/heres-a-dead-person-on-social-security-in-seattle-with-plenty-to-say/
March 15, 2025 at 2:27 PM
DOGE/SSA marked this person dead and *removed his savings from his bank account,* cancelled his social security and Medicare. #seattle https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/politics/heres-a-dead-person-on-social-security-in-seattle-with-plenty-to-say/
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The AP was blocked from a White House event for not making “Gulf of America” AP style.
This is where we are.
www.npr.org/2025/02/11/n...
This is where we are.
www.npr.org/2025/02/11/n...
White House blocks AP from event for using 'Gulf of Mexico'
The Associated Press says the White House blocked it from covering an official event on Tuesday because it did not refer to the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America.
www.npr.org
February 12, 2025 at 1:40 AM
The AP was blocked from a White House event for not making “Gulf of America” AP style.
This is where we are.
www.npr.org/2025/02/11/n...
This is where we are.
www.npr.org/2025/02/11/n...
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JUST IN:
Federal judges orders HHS, CDC, and FDA to restore “by no later than 11:59 pm” today their websites and datasets to pre-January 30th status.
storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...
Federal judges orders HHS, CDC, and FDA to restore “by no later than 11:59 pm” today their websites and datasets to pre-January 30th status.
storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...
storage.courtlistener.com
February 11, 2025 at 5:24 PM
JUST IN:
Federal judges orders HHS, CDC, and FDA to restore “by no later than 11:59 pm” today their websites and datasets to pre-January 30th status.
storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...
Federal judges orders HHS, CDC, and FDA to restore “by no later than 11:59 pm” today their websites and datasets to pre-January 30th status.
storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...