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Warner Crocker
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Gadfly. Flying through life as a gadget geek and theatre artist...commenting along the way. Every day I learn something new is a good day. Reblogs offered without endorsement. Comments on the other hand...

Chicago based.

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Like it or not, Apple locks us all into perpetual betas

Apple Peelings
#Apple #tech
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November 14, 2025 at 5:12 PM
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“Meta earns $16 billion — 10 percent of its overall annual revenue — each year from scam ads and ads for banned goods.”

Meta must rein in scammers — or face consequences
#Tech #Meta
www.theverge.com/tech/820906/me…
November 14, 2025 at 2:53 PM
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Good morning. Sometimes you need to take your eyes off of the path in front of you, and just look up. #Photography #Today #Chicago #Fall
This image shows the view looking up at tree branches with leaves turning shades of yellow and orange, indicating the autumn season. The branches create a frame around a patch of clear sky in the center, with some green leaves still visible among the fall colors.
November 14, 2025 at 1:16 PM
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Gregory Bovino and CBP are headed next to Charlotte, North Carolina. That’s news to city officials | CNN
#politics #ICE
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November 13, 2025 at 6:47 PM
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“This dragnet seems to be based on racism and is snaring citizens of color, documented immigrants and people who have committed no serious crimes “

From Chicago broadcast veterans: Federal immigration agents have traumatized us and eroded our rights
#Chicago
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November 13, 2025 at 6:27 PM
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“Setting aside the increased costs, somehow "a nickel for your thoughts" and "nickels from heaven" just don't sing the way the originals do.”

Penny Wise and Pound Foolish

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November 13, 2025 at 4:16 PM
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Is it just me or are we seeing these recalls more frequently?

Fire hazard prompts recall of three Belkin power banks and stand models
#Tech
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November 13, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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Remember that raid on a Chicago apartment complex with helicopters in the middle of the night? No one was ever charged.

“I Lost Everything”: Venezuelans Were Rounded Up in a Dramatic Midnight Raid but Never Charged With a Crime www.propublica.org/article/chicag…
November 13, 2025 at 2:13 PM
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Good morning. Fall still falling with warmer temps ahead as the snow from earlier in the week has already disappeared. #Photography #Today #Chicago #Fall
A residential street in autumn, with bright yellow and red foliage on the trees lining the sidewalk. Sunlight shines through the leaves, casting dappled light on a brick building to the left and parked cars along the street. Fallen leaves cover part of the sidewalk and street, while the sky is mostly clear and blue.
November 13, 2025 at 1:19 PM
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Unintended consequence is that the small sample affected that I’m talking to don’t seem to miss it (except for a few football fanatics).

YouTube TV's Disney blackout is ruining my life (I can't watch 'Jeopardy!') | TechCrunch techcrunch.com/2025/11/12/you…
November 12, 2025 at 5:28 PM
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End of an era.

Little Feat Are Calling It Quits With Final Tour: 'Everybody and Their Brother Is Retiring Now'
#Music
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November 12, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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Good morning. Fall still falling. #Photography #Today #Fall #Chicago
A brick building is partially shaded by trees with vibrant orange and yellow autumn leaves. Sunlight illuminates the foliage, creating a warm contrast against the textured brick wall in the background.
November 12, 2025 at 1:23 PM
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More than worth your time.

A nation of heroes, a Senate of cowards | Will Bunch Newsletter
#Politics #Chicago
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November 12, 2025 at 1:15 AM
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Candace Millar’s book is better, but this dip into American history has a terrific cast and a look back at forgotten history that feels surprisingly current.

Death By Lightning: A Mini-Review for a Mini-Success

#DeathbyLighting #entertainment #history #netflix

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November 12, 2025 at 1:09 AM
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Probably moot anyway, but of course this only matters to those with hungry kids, seniors, etc… I’m sure none of the politicians and justices will miss a meal.

Supreme Court extends its order blocking full SNAP payments, with shutdown potentially near an end
#politics
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November 11, 2025 at 11:18 PM
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Carl Sandburg’s ‘Chicago’ poem finds fresh relevance in a city occupied by ICE
#Chicago
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November 11, 2025 at 6:25 PM
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Five Eyes partners not so adoring

Exclusive: UK suspends some intelligence sharing with US over boat strike concerns in major break | CNN Politics
#politics
www.cnn.com/2025/11/11/pol…
November 11, 2025 at 3:31 PM
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Candace Millar’s book is better, but this dip into American history has a terrific cast and a look back at forgotten history that feels surprisingly current.

Death By Lightning: A Mini-Review for a Mini-Success
#DeathbyLighting #entertainment #history #netflix
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November 11, 2025 at 3:20 PM
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Good morning. Mixed seasonal signals. #Photography #Today #Chicago #Winter #Fall
A tree with yellow and green autumn leaves is covered with a light layer of snow. The tree stands in front of brick residential buildings, and there are parked cars and more snow on the ground.
November 11, 2025 at 1:13 PM
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Call me cynical, but I’ll stop laughing when I see Tim Cook wearing one of these in public. Guessing the YouTube reviews are going to be something else.

Introducing iPhone Pocket: a beautiful way to wear and carry iPhone
#Apple #iPhonePocket
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November 11, 2025 at 11:49 AM
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Gregory Bovino and Border Patrol agents plan to leave Chicago area, sources say
#Chicago
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November 11, 2025 at 4:40 AM
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Intriguing if true.

Apple just delayed the iPhone Air 2 indefinitely, report says - 9to5Mac
#Apple
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November 10, 2025 at 7:58 PM
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Today. #Photography #Chicago #Today
A single orange maple leaf rests on a layer of fresh white snow, next to a dark wall, symbolizing the transition from autumn to winter.
November 10, 2025 at 5:27 PM
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A bit of good news.

Supreme Court rejects long-shot effort to overturn same-sex marriage ruling
#politics
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November 10, 2025 at 4:18 PM
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Good morning. Yup. We got some snow overnight. Not as bad as predicted. Looks fresh. Clean. In this far from fresh and clean world we're living in. #Photography #Today #Chicago #Snow
A snowy residential backyard is visible, with snow blanketing the ground, rooftops, patio furniture, and garden features. There is a metal fence dividing the yard, a garage or carport with outdoor furniture, and a patch of plants along the side of a building. A pink flamingo lawn ornament stands out against the snow, and leafless trees are seen in the background. Electric wires run overhead, and the sky is overcast, giving the scene a wintry feel.
November 10, 2025 at 1:24 PM