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unraveled @unraveledpress.com · 29/09/2026

New: We obtained witness videos and surveillance footage showing ICE parking their cars, arresting an observer, and transferring detainees in parking lots across 4 of Chicago's police districts. Local officials have tried banning ICE from city property. But incidents in the lots keep stacking up:

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In plain sight: a year of ICE using Chicago police parking lots for its operations

Videos and witness testimony show immigration agents continue using Chicago police station parking lots despite a ban on their access to city property. Records obtained from the Civilian Office of Pol...

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Zoë Takaki @zoetakaki.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Chicago’s Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability is holding a listening session where residents can share what they want to see in their next Police Superintendent. Last week, I published a story for @unraveledpress.com press diving into the commission’s current turmoil.

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Civilian oversight blues: inside Chicago’s ongoing police accountability meltdown

Chicago has a new community police oversight body that emerged in response to the historic 2020 protests. According to those elected to serve, however, it’s already full of cops.

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unraveled @unraveledpress.com · 14/08/2026

Lagunas was identified on social media by community ICE watchdog Ismael Cordová-Clough one week ago. In both Chicago and Minneapolis, he has threatened people by telling them they won't "like the outcome" if they continue observing. We've watched his behavior escalate over the last year.

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unraveled @unraveledpress.com · 14/08/2026

New: We pieced together dozens of violent incidents from the ICE agents seen in viral videos from Virginia this week. They've roamed across multiple states, but are most often working in Chicago. We also verified the identity of Martin Lagunas, the fed who pointed his gun at a woman on Monday:

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Chicago ICE team seen threatening drivers has roamed from Illinois to Minnesota to Virginia

A federal agent from Chicago identified by community members as 40-year-old Martin Lagunas was recorded pointing his gun in the face of a Virginia woman on Monday. His team of ICE agents has been docu...

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

And her husband is now in a different state, so we have to find attorneys that are able to work out of state to try to stop, or slow down the deportation process. Every cent is incredibly important for this family. Thank you all.

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

The government took her ability to work, and even if they hadn’t she still would have lost her job since she missed work the next day as she had to go to court. Now we have to look for attorneys that can help her with her ongoing asylum case in Illinois to make sure she remains with the kids.

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

To give a little more context to the situation, this case is not necessarily an outlier. They were doing everything ‘the right way’ and still got detained at court without an interview. The humiliation of takin a parent in front of his children is not a bug, it is part of the design.

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

I want to thank every single one of you guys that donated and is helping my friend get through this. We surpassed the initial goal! But we’re keeping the fundraiser open because we need to find lawyers for her case+kiddos and lawyers for her husband’s case. www.gofundme.com/f/aid-for-fa...

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Donate to Aid for Family Facing Detention and Hardship, organized by Nina Wilson

Please consider donating to support our beloved neighbors who were detained… Nina Wilson needs your support for Aid for Family Facing Detention and Hardship

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unraveled @unraveledpress.com · 30/07/2026

Chicago (and elsewhere)— We really, really need you to show up for this one. This amount of $ is a drop in the bucket for someone with means. A traumatized family is facing an emergency, and every second counts. We don't know where the detention pipeline could take this father next.

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

But she’s also my friend and it hurts to see them go through this hell.

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

This person is an activist and volunteer that has worked real hard for their community, and has a heart of gold. Words can’t describe how unfair this situation is, and how it is just one of thousands of families facing the same situation.

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unraveled @unraveledpress.com · 20/07/2026

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Steve Held @peoplesfabric.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

On Friday, CPD officials sat before Chicago’s Committee on Immigrant and Refugee Rights and assured alders that they didn’t need to investigate Border Patrol agent Charles Exum’s shooting of Marimar Martinez because the FBI was on it.

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Years ago Chomsky (before we knew he was homies with Epstein), when talking about their stance on climate change, said that Republicans were ‘the most dangerous organization in human history’ and he did not mean it in a hyperbolic manner. They truly are out to destroy us all, one way or another!

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BlueCollarJazz @domguan.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Off the ground now. Good night to everyone except the cops hanging out in the air conditioned CPD van watching the assembly earlier.

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BlueCollarJazz @domguan.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

In Chicago’s Little Village, locals are currently holding an evening rally and vigil for Lorenzo Salgado Araujo and Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero, two fathers killed by ICE just six days away from each other.

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Now I just wait for some bullshit excuse justifying an execution for the heinous crime of being an immigrant in America.

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Hey, how’s your day going? Because I watched yet another video of an immigration agent killing a man.

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Reported ICE sightings also in Rogers Park, Humboldt Park, Stone Park and Logan Square.

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Thanks for the correction! She did mention it. To the second point, the concept of “community building” was brought up by all of the speakers… But ultimately the elephant in the room was not addressed, and everything else seem to be just speculation!

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

And that’s about it. The Ribbon was cut, the new gateway to Ronan is open, and everything remains the same. Just two days ago there were reports of an ICE abduction blocks away from the park. It was also not addressed today.

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

“Places like these are for everybody” says Miguel Alvelo-Rivera. Still unsure if that also includes the encampment residents that live yards away but are not present at the ceremony.

Miguel Alvelo-Rivera addresses the crowd while protestors stand behind him holding signs.

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Parks security is present as protestors and counter protestors argue

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Aldperson Rosanna speaks about the creation of community, while demonstrators of both sides hold signs behind her. The topic of the encampment is the elephant in the room that has yet to be addressed.

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

The Ronan encampment has existed for years but as the Chicago Parks District clears encampments throughout the city, houseless folks get displaced and move to already formed encampments in the city. With the recent closure of the encampment at Legion park, folks have moved into Ronan.

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

There is conflict in the neighborhood. Some people showed up with signs demanding the encampment gets cleared, while others showed up to advocate for the park residents.

Demonstrators holding signs against the encampment

Three signs of the ground supporting the encampment residents with slogans like “housing is a human right”

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Live posting from Albany Park today 85 degrees out and we’re at the ribbon cutting ceremony of the brand new Ronan park gateway. What is supposed to be a symbolic ceremony and celebration with music and neighbors gathering, it seems like the topic of the is the encampment behind the structure.

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Dave Byrnes @djbyrnes1.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

New: Chicago finance chair Pat Dowell has written to Mayor Brandon Johnson, saying a proposed ownership transfer of Chicago's privatized parking meter system to Stonepeak Partners doesn't have the necessary support to go forward. Stonepeak owns Omni Air, which conducts ICE deportation flights.

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That hearing was an important opportunity to address
the concerns raised by members and provide the transparency necessary for the City Council to fulfill its legislative
responsibility. In addition to holding a public hearing, the committee solicited written questions and/or concerns from City
Council members and held briefings on this matter.
While I appreciate your administration's participation in the committee hearing, the testimony ultimately confirmed that
many of the central concerns raised by members remain unresolved. The City Council still has not received the legal and
financial analysis necessary to independently evaluate the proposed transfer, nor have members received satisfactory
answers regarding the timeline of the transaction and the administration's decision-making process.
Additionally, significant questions remain regarding Stonepeak's ownership structure, regulatory and legal history,
operational practices and the potential implications of this transfer for the City of Chicago as outlined in the June
11th Chicago City Council Position Letter to Stonepeak of which 15 alderpersons signed. These are fundamental
considerations for any legislative body asked to approve the transfer of a public asset of this magnitude. Based on my
colleagues’ feedback, the proposal has not secured the support necessary to advance from committee at this time.
As Chair of the Committee on Finance, I do not believe it is fiscally prudent for this matter to remain pending indefinitely.
The committee has fulfilled its responsibility to thoroughly examine this proposal, and it is now appropriate for members
to formally determine whether it should be recommended to the full City Council.
Accordingly, I intend to call the proposed transfer for a vote before the Committee on Finance on July 13, 2026.

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Part of today’s goal is to purchase more medicine and containers. The government has proven an inability to respond quickly and effectively, and NGO’s have ties to right wing parties. These resources are being distributed directly to volunteers and victims. Thank you all!

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Another update! The # of victims keeps rising and it will continue to do so as those trapped under the rubble run out of time That being said people on the ground have been incredibly resilient and haven’t really stopped after a week We are trusting our friends to distribute resources efficiently

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Text says: thanks for donating, you’re making a difference

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

None of this money is being distributed to churches, politically affiliated groups or any organized NGO’s. I’m working to try to find the most streamlined way for the resources to reach our friends organizing mutual aid actions across the city. I’ll post more updates as I receive them.

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Some money is also going towards transportation costs. And I was not sure if it was even appropriate to share this but some of the money was used to support a group of women pooling money to buy body bags which will be distributed to families who lost loved ones.

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Just to keep all of you incredibly generous people up to speed. Some of the money is being used to directly support the “Rescatistas” —first responders, volunteers, & people digging up rubble—. They’ve been asking for coffee, water, and sugar as they work for hours.

Basket of supplies for first responders and volunteers with coffee, containers, cups, and candy

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Some of the items that were bought already are gloves, sledgehammers, rechargeable lamps, helmets, trash bags.

Work gear such as gloves, torch, helmets, sledgehammers displayed over the counter

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Thanks y’all!! We’ve reached the goal of $600, and the money has been sent to people on the ground supporting first responders and volunteers. I’ll leave the code up in case more people would like to donate. All this money is going directly to people on the ground helping families and victims.

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

In the spirit of transparency, if needed, I am able to explain in detail over dm’s my situation and why I’m not personally collecting the funds. But every single person involved in this process are activists and friends that I’ve worked with for years.

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

I am personally unable to take money for this on my personal Venmo/bank account because of some issues I have had in the past sending money to Venezuela. The Venmo account on the initial image is a trusted account that is able to make transactions to the activists we are in contact with.

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

Neighbors are helping each other and supporting strangers in these moments of need. Keep in mind the ramifications will last a while, even after it gets out of the news cycle. I will be probably raising funds again in a couple of weeks, if you can spare a couple bucks it’s greatly appreciated.

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

The devastating damage of this earthquake has left thousands of people houseless, and without any possessions. Not including the horror and pain of losing family members and friends. It will take years for people to recover. But the efforts on the ground to help each other have been incredible.

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

This is awkward, I posted before adding alt text. Image copy: Raising Funds to support mutual aid efforts in Caracas. $600 Venmo: @ducksfloat

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

I’m trying to raise a few hundred dollars to support mutual aid efforts in my home city after this week’s devastating earthquake. Feel free to reach out for more details!

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Melissa Gira Grant @melissagiragrant.com · 24/06/2026

also not lost on me that as democratic socialists are winning some elections, a new red scare targeting anarchists, antifascists, and their allies is digging in hard, and today handed down 30, 50, and 100 year prison sentences to activists and organizers

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Raven Geary @ravengeary.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

I am beyond proud of the devoted work our freelancers have been putting in these last few months. Realistically, we need many more monthly supporters to sustain their work long-term. Reporting and labor costs keep expanding. If you haven't yet, now is a great time to sign up:

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Would you be able to dm me with more information about this?

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Andres A. Chavez @andral404.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Check out the article linked to stay current on ICE’s operational ramp up in Illinois, and consider supporting @unraveledpress.com for more independent journalism pieces like this one.

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