Affordability isn’t political. It’s personal.

Stop wasting money. Start growing Chicago.

Brutal cold in Chicago today ❄️
 Please stay inside as much as possible. Even 10 minutes outside without gloves or a hat can lead to frostbite in these temperatures. Take care of yourselves and each other.

Everywhere I go across Chicago, the same themes come up: family, safety, opportunity, education, and a better future for the next generation. Chicago does not need more division. We need leadership that brings people together around what we all want for this city.

Chicago has room to grow. Let’s use it.

Chicago’s credit rating just went down again and it matters. The answer isn’t more spending or higher taxes. That only makes it harder to live here, drives people out, and buries the city deeper in debt. We need to fix the budget responsibly, not ask Chicagoans to pay for mistakes that set us back

Some down time over the holidays means picking up a good book to read. And of course, reading 1, 2, 3 Chicago with the baby! Happy holidays to all.

“I want you to be my mayor.” This conversation in Garfield Park turned into a real talk about financial literacy, education, opportunity, and what people actually want for their families and their future. Chicago deserves more conversations like this.

The fed’s decision to cut SNAP benefits leaves families without critical resources to put food on the table. This is personal to me as I know what it’s like to rely on food stamps. I also know this is an investment in real people and families, helping them make ends meet and get ahead in life.

Chicago shouldn’t feel like it’s pushing people out. When everyday costs keep rising, it’s not just frustrating, it changes who gets to stay, build a life, and call this city home. We can choose a different path.

"This month saw changes in the dynamics in our favor, in Ukraine’s favor. We are holding more positions and inflicting more damage. "I am grateful to all our warriors for their precision." - Volodymyr Zelenskyy 💪😊

LOOK Mentor and Media Mobber Abbey is sharing some of her top tips for managing stress. From taking regular breaks to finding revision techniques that work for you, it’s important to remember that looking after your wellbeing matters too. And like Abbey says, be kind to yourself! #GCSEs #SATs #Exams

Today's random #German word of the day is... hauchdünn. 📢 [click on picture] #LearnALanguage - a little bit, every day.

Voting Policy Shifts, Justice Department Authority, and FDA Medication Updates #politics #government #elections #policy #politicalnews #democracy

Truth.

While some accuse Sibanye-Stillwater of failing to act against zama zamas in and around Glenharvie, spokesperson James Wellsted says their hands are tied. #CarteBlanche #SouthAfrica #News

The crew of Artemis II splashed down on Friday evening. https://www.wtva.com/news/artemis-ii-astronauts-return-from-moon-with-a-splashdown-to-close-out-a-record-breaking/article_d0f4dd90-8131-5f2c-996d-296b7be60b90.html 

З піснями та котиком у вишиванці кияни зустрічали сьогоднішній світанок.

For the first time, we have something we agree with Peter Thiel about. We were shocked too. @haitch.bsky.social @goldman.blue

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@mcfaulmike.bsky.social says leaders like Putin celebrate the increasing polarization in the U.S. McFaul's latest book is a must-read for anyone hoping to understand how we came to what he calls a moment of global disorder and his prescription for future American leaders. Full episode out now!

This is where most people get it wrong. They stay busy, but nothing really moves. The problem isn’t the effort, it’s the direction. There’s a simple way to cut through the noise and focus on what actually drives results. #HedgehogPrinciple #InnovativeSmile #OrangeCarrotMedia

"Closer footage of the Israeli attack on Al-Nuseirat refugee camp"(QNN) #Israel #Gaza

The founders intended our U.S. Senators to serve as a moderating, independent check on presidential power, especially in foreign relations. Unfortunately, that “independence” is missing from Idaho Senator Jim Risch.

You are 100% right! As a society we must learn to listen without judgment. Match others' energy and only give back what they are willing to give you. We all must freely use our voice without restraint or limitation. What we have to say is important and due the respect it deserves. SPEAK UP!

Jack Perry & his vacuum cleaner weapons, man 😭😭 #AEWDoN

I Don't Think You Fully Understand ! ' They Are The Heros ' #palestine #gaza #canada #news #trending

Washington Post: In the long run, wars make us safer and richer. Exactly why, in the long run, we always end up with endless refugee crises & mountains of debt. If you choose to attack & destabilise a country, don’t act surprised when refugees end up on your doorstep. #r4today

🇹🇷🇮🇱 #Erdogan: "God willing, this tyrant called #Nëtanyahu will receive the lesson he deserves from the #Muslims of the world".

Reusing, repurposing, and repairing makes the Circular Economy go round ♻️ Find out how you can share, swap and repair. It's time to get circular! Find out more at gov.ie/CircularEconomy

Though this young student is only moving from kindergarten to first grade, he already has his first viral moment in the books. Clearly Graham, a 6-year-old student in Texas, has decided he is too cool for school and is ready for summer. Read more: https://bit.ly/4dQXMy0

Ukraine’s Special Operations Forces used several drones to destroy Russia’s Project 21631 Buyan-M small missile ship Grad on Lake Onega. During the Oct. 4, 2025 attack, Russian sailors jumped into the water from the burning vessel. #Ukraine

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Armed opposition group in Bolivia demands Rodrigo Paz's resignation, releasing video showing military-grade weapons including SIG SG 542 rifles, AR-15s, and submachine guns.

Pakistani journalists gathered in London for a late-night meeting at #FlavoursPeriPeriChicken. #PakistaniJournalists #London

Caitríona Doyle, Ireland’s Ambassador to the Council of Europe, highlights Ireland’s Zero Tolerance stance on domestic, sexual, and gender-based violence through its third national strategy. The "Always Here" campaign reminds anyone suffering that support is always available. #16DaysOfActivism

Massive upgrade on this 1940 All-American Comics #21. A major spine repair completely changed the look and stability of this book — stronger, cleaner, and presenting so much better than before. #TheComicBookPresser #ComicPressing #GoldenAgeComics #ComicBookCare #ComicBookGrails

Last hour of early voting at the Ponce library.

Wistikles | Commonwealth Bank has cut ~300 jobs in Australia during a restructure and AI push — while hiring for similar tech roles in India. The Finance Sector Union has taken the dispute to the Fair Work Commission. The bank denies it’s shifting jobs offshore #wistikles #CommonwealthBank #JobCuts

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🇺🇸🇮🇷 The ceasefire is being treated as a pause, not a peace — and the clock is already being run on the next round.

#gas #prices #explore #fyp #BreakingNewsUSA Full story: https://jqjo.com/article/d9seyanr

Introduced to Australia in 1935, cane toads quickly became one of the world’s most damaging invasive species. With toxic defenses, rapid reproduction, and no natural predators, they’ve spread across Northern Australia, impacting native wildlife like the quoll. Cute Little Killers on Curiosity Stream

Dr @terencekeel.bsky.social on the need for public review of US deaths in jails, prisons & at the hands of police, incl the need for independent review of medical examiners, as explored in The Coroner's Silence ( @beaconpress.bsky.social, 2025) Hear it: thefinalstrawradio.noblogs.org/post/2026/04...

#trump #legal #explore #fyp #BreakingNewsUSA Full story: https://jqjo.com/2026-05-14/us/Politics/fr/bs/Trump-fait-appel-de-la-bataille-judiciaire-concernant-les-sanctions-contre-les-cabinets-d'avocats/1276370

Porridge is getting a bad rap in GLENROTHAN 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🥣🚫 🥃 Simon talks to BRIAN COX about his whisky-soaked directorial debut in the latest Take 🎬 + Reviews 🍿 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 FATHER MOTHER SISTER BROTHER 🔊 THE UNDERTONE 📖 THE STRANGER 🎧 Listen: pod.fo/e/3fa2dd FULL SHOW on YT 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=swdb...

Secretary Burgum had no answer because the facts are brutal. China added more renewable energy last year than the US added total energy capacity. While they race to dominate the industries of the future, Republicans are still arguing with the wind and sun.

Yesterday, we brought together 60+ public health & planning leaders for our shaping healthy places event. Chaired by Darrell Gale, Chair of ADPH’s Healthy Places Project Advisory Board & DPH @eastsussexcc.bsky.social, we explored strategies & partnerships leading healthy placemaking nationwide. 👏

@mallorymcmorrow.bsky.social: Our kids deserve a future better than the reality we’re living in today. This campaign is about laying the groundwork for the next generation to have a better life than we did.

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Un buen golpe con la roca!!!! 😆/ a whack with the rock!!!! 😆#MinaTheHollower

WFP warehouses and supply chains are lifelines - moving food and assistance to where it’s needed most. Across mountains, rivers and valleys, we sharpen planning, boost efficiency and build local capacity so every dollar goes further. Hear from WFP's Shiella in #Zimbabwe👇

Perth had such a great event & said so many important things about him & Santa. Can't wait to see what surprise they for us soon 🥰 I also hope Perth keeps wearing colors because he looked perfect in pink today 💗 🖤 PERTH X VELLA SLEEPMASK #CoreOnePrivilegexPerth #PerthSanta #เพิร์ธแซนต้า #perthtanapon

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The General Assembly is busy debating congressional maps and playing political games. Meanwhile, 52 miles of pipeline are about to cut straight thru Marion, Hendricks, Boone, and Hamilton counties. Trees gone. Yards dug up. Eminent domain on the table. And almost nobody is talking about it. I am.

Relying just on work life insurance? It may not follow you if you leave your job. Protect your family with a personal policy—lock in low rates and full control. Based in Galveston? Let’s chat! #lifeinsurance #Texas

JAYHAWKS MAKE HISTORY! @KUBaseball takes down Arkansas and heads to Supers for the first time ever 👏

This claim is 100% weapons grade bullshit. Another Fox "News" host that's full of shit...

Born on this day in 1904 was Olympic swimmer, water polo player, and actor, Johnny Weissmuller. Johnny won 5 gold medals in swimming but is best known for playing Tarzan in 12 feature films and 16 Jungle Jim movies over an eight-year period. #OnThisDay #botd

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