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Brandon Wall @walldo.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Honestly a very good read on that viral clip of a mom carrying food and her kid at a baseball game, and society's rush to performatively judge people for the sake of likes and engagement themomoftheyear.substack.com/p/im-the-mom...

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I’m the Mom in That Viral Giants Clip. Let Me Tell You About My Husband.

You saw me carrying our baby and food. There was more happening in our family that night.

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Brandon Wall @walldo.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

This is amazing, he is the Chicago GOAT. Tamale Guy forever

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The Marshall Project @themarshallproject.org · 23/09/2026

On Tuesday, a judge ordered Texas to add air conditioning to all state lockups by the end of 2029, the Texas Tribune reports. In 2017, we reported extensively on the danger facing incarcerated people in hot climates and no air-conditioning: www.themarshallproject.org/2017/10/11/c...

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“Cooking Them to Death”: The Lethal Toll of Hot Prisons

As the climate changes, inmates without air-conditioning have no escape from extreme heat.

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Brandon Wall @walldo.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Obviously not a grassroots venue, but seeing Kendrick Lamar on Pitchfork's smaller Blue side stage in 2012 a few months before Good Kid MAAD City came out and put him at firm stadium status was a transcendent experience

A screenshot of a tweet asking what band did you see in a small grassroots venue before they hit the main stages?

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Brandon Wall @walldo.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

I've heard of this mythic tabletop game, good luck to them. "They have been playing four to five hours a week; at that rate, they estimate it could take 20 years to complete, six times longer than the North Africa campaign lasted in real life." www.nytimes.com/2026/09/18/w...

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Can Two Friends Complete a Game No One Has Ever Finished?

The Campaign for North Africa, a staggeringly complicated World War II board game, has stymied players for decades. Now two guys in England are giving it a serious go.

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The Marshall Project @themarshallproject.org · 18/09/2026

The Trump administration in May quietly altered an obscure prison policy that could give the Department of Justice more power to punish the president’s enemies and reward his allies. www.themarshallproject.org/2026/09/18/b...

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Prison Policy Gives Trump Administration New Way to Punish Enemies

The Bureau of Prisons quietly revised its rules to allow Attorney General Todd Blanche to unilaterally decide where federal prisoners serve time.

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sam³⁰⁰⁰ @samgavin.com · 17/09/2026

I liked this one

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Brandon Wall @walldo.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Ah man, what sad news. animatedtext was such a tumblr/twitter staple for years and years, and really helped define a certain online-ness of the 2010s. RIP Cat www.nytimes.com/2026/09/16/a...

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Cat Frazier, Whose Retro GIFs Celebrated a Weirder Internet, Dies at 35

She found a future in the internet’s past with a Tumblr blog of animated texts, a revolt against the clean minimalism of contemporary design aesthetics.

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Brandon Wall @walldo.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

I've been reading Only Plane In The Sky for the first time over the last few days and it's left me a weepy emotional wreck at least 40% of the time. It might be the only 5/5 "can't put down" book I can't bring myself to recommend (though you should read it)

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Brandon Wall @walldo.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

A beautiful story from @mcjesse.bsky.social that had me laughing and crying at the same time: "My father will always struggle with his harrowing memories as a first responder. His only positive one got us talking again." www.vulture.com/article/a-fu...

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A Funny Thing About 9/11

My father will always struggle with his harrowing memories as a first responder. His only positive one got us talking again.

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Brandon Wall @walldo.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

"But perhaps even more remarkable than the profusion of accolades and awards was Ms. Parton’s unstinting generosity of spirit — her commitment, born of deep religious convictions and an immense heart, to seeing the humanity in all people." www.nytimes.com/2026/08/25/a...

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Dolly Parton, Country Music Superstar Whose Songs Spoke to Millions, Dies at 80

Known for her outsize persona, appearance and talent, she rose from rural poverty to become a top-selling singer, songwriter and entrepreneur.

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The Marshall Project @themarshallproject.org · 18/08/2026

UPDATE: After this story published, U.S. District Judge Dolly Gee made public her order appointing an independent monitor to oversee conditions for children in immigration detention, noting numerous violations by ICE and CBP under the Trump administration. www.themarshallproject.org/2026/08/18/p...

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Parents are Giving Up Green Card Fights to Get Their Kids Out of Immigrant Jail

As children languish in detention, a federal judge sics an independent watchdog on ICE.

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Brandon Wall @walldo.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

What an incredible photo, fly beluga whale fly!

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Block Club Chicago @blockclubchi.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Shedd Aquarium has taken in 4 more rescued beluga whales from a shuttered Canadian marine park. blockclubchi.co/4xGyLxI

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The Marshall Project @themarshallproject.org · 03/08/2026

U.S. prisons are notorious for bad food — from bland, low-nutrient dishes to straight-up moldy meals. We teamed up with "The Pitt" fan account @nocontextthepitt to talk about the impacts of meager food behind bars. See the 18-slide post: www.instagram.com/p/DbI835iESPt/

A headline reads, "'The Pitt' Highlights Dangers of Prison Food." @nocontextthepitt + The Marshall Project. A screenshot shows two characters from "The Pitt" staring at the blurry scene in front of them.

In “The Pitt” Season 2, Gus Varney arrives at the emergency department as a victim of an assault at a state prison. As PTMC doctors treat his injuries, they discover he is also suffering from severe malnutrition. While fictional, Gus’ story reflects the very real health consequences of the food served in many U.S. correctional facilities. A screenshot from the TV show features Gus tied down and being rolled into the ER.

A screengrab from "The Pitt" features Dr. Baran Al-Hashimi saying, "Albumin's low. Total protein's low. He also has megoblastic anemia." "Malnutrition?" asks Dr. Mel King. "Probably jail cuisine," replies Al-Hashimi.

U.S. prisons are notorious for bad food — from bland, low-nutrient dishes to straight-up moldy meals. In some states, prisons have even served people meat intended as bait for animals, clearly marked with the words “not for human consumption.” Photos of meals from Georgia, Mississippi and Texas prisons surround the screen.

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Stephanie Lulay @slulay2.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

📢 JOB ALERT: @blockclubchi.bsky.social is teaming w/ @thetrace.org to hire a reporter focused on gun violence in Chicago. By combining the Trace's expertise + BC's neighborhood approach, this reporter will be positioned to land stories that drive change. Apply: blockclubchicago.org/the-trace-is...

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The Trace Is Hiring: Staff Writer On Gun Violence In Chicago

The Trace, in partnership with Block Club Chicago, is looking for a full-time staff writer to cover the impact of gun violence on Chicago’s neighborhoods. The staff writer in this role, which is funde...

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Brandon Wall @walldo.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

This is an interesting setup and obviously an important reporting gig: "The staff writer in this role, which is funded by The Trace but based in Block Club’s newsroom, will cover gun violence, public safety and justice in Chicago." blockclubchicago.org/the-trace-is...

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The Trace Is Hiring: Staff Writer On Gun Violence In Chicago

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Joseph Cox @josephcox.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Update: Google just sent me a statement saying it is “rolling back” this AI feature that let anyone make completely bullshit satellite images. Comes after our demos of the tool and those from OSINT researchers. One of the worst AI tools I’ve ever seen bsky.app/profile/jose...

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James Wood @omgmorejames.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Roguelike Deckbuilder

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Brandon Wall @walldo.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

I thought this was a good read on how Disney is actively cultivating new generations of Spiderman fans with their Spidey cartoon www.wsj.com/business/med...

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The Hit Show That Pulls in Fans to Spend Billions of Hours Watching Spider-Man

A new movie this week is expected to have the biggest opening of the year

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Brandon Wall @walldo.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

I have a million (complimentary) thoughts about the Odyssey after finally seeing it, among them that while I think Ludwig Göransson's score is amazing, it is probably going to undeservedly win an Oscar and rob Ludwig Göransson for his brilliant work on Mandalorian and Grogu

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Brandon Wall @walldo.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

A shocking and important story from @themarshallproject.org, @chicago.suntimes.com, and @wbez.org about the Joliet Treatment Center

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Brandon Wall @walldo.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Exciting cinephile news: LA's legendary Cinerama Dome and the former Arclight Theater is getting restored and reopened next year It "will retain 35mm capabilities to showcase archival film prints and house several premium format screens, including 70mm auditoriums" variety.com/2026/film/ne...

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The Cinerama Dome Lives! Iconic Hollywood Theater to Reopen Alongside New 14-Screen Alamo Drafthouse Cinema

Viva la Cinerama Dome! Sony is officially reviving one of Hollywood's most beloved movie theaters, which has been shuttered since 2020.

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Brandon Wall @walldo.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

Congratulations to whomever beat me to grabbing that random decent seat to the 3am showing of The Odyssey in 70mm that suddenly appeared on Fandango for one glorious, fleeting moment 😤

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The Marshall Project @themarshallproject.org · 16/07/2026

Our unprecedented analysis of child welfare data estimated that the mothers of Black newborns are 2.5 times more likely to be reported to the police than the mothers of White newborns over allegations – often false – that they used drugs during pregnancy.

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Moms of Black Newborns Often Flagged to Police Over Drug Use Claims

Child welfare referred Black families to law enforcement 14,000 times, despite not confirming claims of abuse.

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Brandon Wall @walldo.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

I love living in Queens because what do you mean I walked out of the store and there was Spider-Man. Happy 4th of July!

It's a picture of an extremely hot concrete sidewalk and a man in full Spider-Man regalia is casually walking down the street with his friends

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Chris Geidner @chrisgeidner.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

BREAKING: The Supreme Court holds that the Fourteenth Amendment protects birthright citizenship, blocking Donald Trump's executive order to end it. Roberts has the opinion for the court, which is 5-4 on the constitutional question and 6-3 on whether federal law protects birthright citizenship.

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Brandon Wall @walldo.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

That was a brutal Mets game to be at, but at least we had a very good "Pete Alonso" chant going at the end Also appreciated this Cubs fan's sign a few rows in front of us

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Brandon Wall @walldo.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Cubs are in town ahead of my birthday which feels like a punishment with how the Mets have been playing

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The Marshall Project @themarshallproject.org · 24/06/2026

Our Staff Writer Daja E. Henry and @mississippitoday.org reporter Mina Corpuz have spent a lot of time investigating deaths in the Mississippi prison system. Ask them anything on Reddit, starting now: www.reddit.com/r/IAmA/comme...

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Serial Productions @serialproductions.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

In 1992, David Wood was convicted of murdering young women and girls in Texas. Now his lawyers have one last chance to stop his execution. "The Last 12 Weeks," our new series with @themarshallproject.org, follows a team of defense attorneys as they try to save their client’s life. lnk.to/last12weeks

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Brandon Wall @walldo.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Very excited for the new season of Serial in partnership with @themarshallproject.org. All five episodes drop this Thursday wherever you listen to podcasts

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Serial Productions @serialproductions.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Summer 1987. Six young women and girls were found buried in the desert outside El Paso. A jury sentenced David Wood to death. For three decades, he's maintained his innocence. Now a team of lawyers is trying to prove it. "The Last 12 Weeks," our new podcast with @themarshallproject.org, out June 18.

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Brandon Wall @walldo.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

I moved to NYC in December 2019, right before the pandemic shut this city down but I stuck with it, and I feel like I have finally officially reached New Yorker status 💯💯💯 go knicks

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Brandon Wall @walldo.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

This is how NYC feels tonight, go knicks

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Brandon Wall @walldo.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

At least 4 million people in the tristate area just yelled out "fuck" in unison when Hart missed that layup

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The Marshall Project @themarshallproject.org · 09/06/2026

On an average day under Trump, ICE has 25 children aged 3 or younger in custody. In total, at least 500 babies and toddlers have been detained. That number is 10 times higher than it was in the previous 12 months under former President Joe Biden.

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Trump Has Put 500 Babies and Toddlers In Immigration Jails

Young children in detention stopped eating, began hitting themselves and became ill, according to parents.

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Brandon Wall @walldo.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

Stacey King idioms still rattle in my head CONSTANTLY to this day, whether I'm at a random game or just in casual conversation. RIP to a Chicago broadcasting legend. He made the Bulls *so* much more fun to watch

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Oliver Darcy @oliverdarcy.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

STATUS SCOOP: Scott Pelley has been terminated from CBS News. More in @status.news shortly. Subscribe here: status.news/subscribe

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Gregory Pratt @royalpratt.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

Every day across the country, people who were arrested by ICE are released. Often they’re alone far from home. But a loose network of men and women are working to help. I rode with a woman as she drove folks home. My latest on a remarkable national story www.chicagotribune.com/2026/05/30/i...

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Brandon Wall @walldo.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

Sorry but you'll never convince me losing the Lucas Museum wasn't a generational fumble by Chicago. www.vogue.com/article/luca...

George Lucas and his wife looking fly as hell in the art gala wing of his museum in front of some Norman Rockwell paintings

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Minnesota Star Tribune @startribune.com · 29/05/2026

The ICE agent charged with shooting a Venezuelan immigrant in north Minneapolis during Operation Metro Surge and lying about the circumstances has been arrested in Texas after Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension agents tracked him there.

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ICE agent charged in shooting of Venezuelan immigrant during Operation Metro Surge arrested in Texas

Christian Castro’s arrest could lead to extradition proceedings between Minnesota and Texas.

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Brandon Wall @walldo.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

'In the 13 months ... leading up to the war, the United States deported more than 200 people to Iran, even as the State Department decried human rights abuses by the Iranian government and warned U.S. citizens not to travel there “for any reason.”' www.themarshallproject.org/2026/05/29/d...

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The U.S. Deported Them to Iran Just Before American Bombs Dropped

Trump’s State Department told Americans to avoid Iran, Venezuela, Ukraine, South Sudan and other nations where the U.S. simultaneously deported people.

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Brandon Wall @walldo.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

Mandalorian and Grogu was a perfectly decent two hours of Disney Plus entertainment, I enjoyed enough of it, but I'd be hard-pressed to call it a "movie" and certainly not what you want from the first Star Wars theatrical release in 7 years. It was "content"

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Jon Seidel @jonseidel.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

I’ve covered Chicago’s federal courthouse for 11 years and have never seen a hearing like this one.

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Jason Meisner @jmetr22b.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

///BREAKING/// The feds are DISMISSING all remaining counts in the politically charged "Broadview Six" case days before trial, marking the final collapse of what had been one of the marquee criminal cases to come out of Operation Midway Blitz. Background: www.chicagotribune.com/2026/05/07/b...

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Judge tells ‘Broadview Six’ defendants ‘Congratulations’ and dismisses conspiracy count

A federal judge on Thursday dismissed the felony conspiracy count against the remaining defendants in the “Broadview Six” case, further winnowing a politically charged prosecution that is now down to ...

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