chaz 8647

chaz 8647

@chichaz.bsky.social

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chaz 8647
@chichaz.bsky.social

You know you're doing something right on the internet when practically every site you open has a Cloudflare capcha and locates you in a different area. Thanks #Brave browser, JShelter extension, and ProtonVPN @proton.me I'm not doing anything illegal or immoral. I just don't want to be tracked.

chaz 8647
@chichaz.bsky.social

After taking transit to the Cubs game at Wrigley yesterday, I have thoughts. The cta red line was extremely crowded (unsurprising) but had extra staff & a steady stream of trains. Meanwhile, the #80 Irving Park bus was held up in traffic causing massive delays. #cta @atalliance.bsky.social #chicago

chaz 8647
@chichaz.bsky.social

Now why doesn't the #cta have a priority bus lane here and in other high-traffic areas? Why should cars have the same or better right of way? Fact: More people would take the bus if it were better! #transit #publictransit

chaz 8647
@chichaz.bsky.social

I'm here (unfortunately briefly), but just heard an excellent statement: People from other Illinois cities need access to Chicago. Yes, Chicago needs funds itself, but the whole state also needs to be connected to the "big city." #transit #Chicago #Illinois @atalliance.bsky.social

Audrey Wennink@awennink.bsky.social

At the public hearing on the transit fiscal cliff, IL state legislators are hearing from people who depend on public transportation. We must not only save but expand transit in the Chicago region for our long term future. #fixitfundit

chaz 8647
@chichaz.bsky.social

www.dailykos.com/stories/2025... The Federal government killed off the LGBT option when calling the 988 suicide & crisis hotline. Call this number instead.

dailykos.com♥Pride♥ Trevor Lifeline, For Help Call 1–866–488–7386 LGBTQ+ Youth. Nationwide Free 24/7.It Gets Better Project / Videos It Gets Better Project/imi.guide A National Directory Of LGBTQ+ Centers. Info To Find One, Near You If you are a young person in crisis, or in need of a safe and judgme...
chaz 8647
@chichaz.bsky.social

I have a conflict, but hopefully you can make it!

Bike Lane Uprising@bikelaneuprising.bsky.social

Hey Chicago 👋 We’ve been cooking up new services. Join us 4/3 for the full low down on our: + Bike lane drivers training course for fleet drivers + Systematic legal notices sent to companies reported to our database for obstructing bike lanes RSVP: www.bikelaneuprising.com/events/event...

chaz 8647
@chichaz.bsky.social

You know what you should buy tomorrow? Nothing! If you need to buy anything, hit up a small business.

Alt CDC (they/them)@altcdc.altgov.info

2. ECONOMIC BLACKOUT. We support the economic boycott occurring this Friday, Feb. 28, of any entity that has dismantled their DEI programs and pandered to this administration. The buck will stop with us!

chaz 8647
@chichaz.bsky.social

Trump's propaganda machine is challenging artistic institutions. In an unprecedented move, he has purged 18 trustee members of the Kennedy Center and made himself chairman. Some are taking a stand against this takeover. rootsaction.org/art-over-fas...

rootsaction.orgArt Over Fascism: Thank You to Those Taking a StandTrump's propaganda machine is challenging artistic institutions. In an unprecedented move, he has purged 18 trustee members of the Kennedy Center and made himself chairman. Some are taking a stand aga...
chaz 8647
@chichaz.bsky.social

I'm really upset my alderperson, Ruth Cruz, voted nay. She personally told me oh the phone she supported it! I miss living in the 35th Ward @carlosrosa.bsky.social despite Carlos' decisions on Milwaukee Ave protected bike lanes. Still, the 35th is way better about bike & pedestrian safety.

Streetsblog Chicago@chi.streetsblog.org

Map: Who voted for 25 mph ordinance? -Basically all alders in NE quadrant of city, plus some parts of SW and S sides -All 7 current or ex-DSA members Who voted against it? -Most Black Caucus members -All alders representing Trump-friendly wards chi.streetsblog.org/2025/02/20/h... @stevevance.net

chi.streetsblog.orgHow they voted: More about yesterday's City Council decision against a lifesaving speed limit change - Streetsblog ChicagoTuesday’s Chicago City Council vote against lowering the default speed limit from 30 to 25 mph was disheartening for those trying to reduce the number serious and fatal traffic crashes in our city. Yo...
chaz 8647
@chichaz.bsky.social

Just to follow up, in her newsletter came a defense 1/2: "...after speaking with CDOT’s Commissioner, it became clear that additional time was needed to ensure the state, county, and city were aligned on implementation." The goal of this ordinance is to slow drivers down..."

chaz 8647
@chichaz.bsky.social

3/3 "and making sure any changes are implemented effectively and equitably." Still, seems like the implementation could be worked out after it's made law. Now, it's been rejected and may never get implemented, leaving pedestrians and bicyclists at risk, never mind giving drivers top priority.

chaz 8647
@chichaz.bsky.social

I'm really upset my alderperson, Ruth Cruz, voted nay. She personally told me oh the phone she supported it! I miss living in the 35th Ward @carlosrosa.bsky.social despite Carlos' decisions on Milwaukee Ave protected bike lanes. Still, the 35th is way better about bike & pedestrian safety.

Streetsblog Chicago@chi.streetsblog.org

Map: Who voted for 25 mph ordinance? -Basically all alders in NE quadrant of city, plus some parts of SW and S sides -All 7 current or ex-DSA members Who voted against it? -Most Black Caucus members -All alders representing Trump-friendly wards chi.streetsblog.org/2025/02/20/h... @stevevance.net

chi.streetsblog.orgHow they voted: More about yesterday's City Council decision against a lifesaving speed limit change - Streetsblog ChicagoTuesday’s Chicago City Council vote against lowering the default speed limit from 30 to 25 mph was disheartening for those trying to reduce the number serious and fatal traffic crashes in our city. Yo...
chaz 8647
@chichaz.bsky.social

Just to follow up, in her newsletter came a defense 1/2: "...after speaking with CDOT’s Commissioner, it became clear that additional time was needed to ensure the state, county, and city were aligned on implementation." The goal of this ordinance is to slow drivers down..."

chaz 8647
@chichaz.bsky.social

2/3 "...yet we were rushing to pass it without fully considering its impact. My vote was not against lowering speed limits but rather in favor of taking the time to ensure we get it right—evaluating all factors, addressing concerns from all sides..."

chaz 8647
@chichaz.bsky.social

An insurrectionist woke up. I suspect there will be more of this over the next four years, hopefully into the thousands, tens of thousands, or better. @npr.org #jan6 @donaldjtrump-maga.bsky.social www.npr.org/2025/01/23/g...

npr.orgA Jan. 6 defendant tells NPR why she turned down Trump's pardonPamela Hemphill, who pleaded guilty to a single misdemeanor charge and spent 60 days behind bars for her role in the Capitol riots, says she no longer believes the lies President Trump promoted.

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kate conger
@kateconger.com

Meta is making big changes to hiring practices, sources told me and @mikeisaac.bsky.social - no more teams devoted to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - no diversity preference for working with outside minority owned supplier businesses - no goals for hiring women and minorities

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