Supporters flash victory signs and wave Palestinian flags as vessels in the latest Global Sumud Flotilla convoy depart from Marmaris, Turkey, on May 14, 2026. (Photo by Murat Kocabas/Middle East Images/AFP via Getty Images) “With hands in the air, participants implored, ‘Do not shoot.’ This is an attack on Gaza…. Continue reading
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth testifies before the House Armed Services Committee in the Rayburn House Office Building on April 29, 2026 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images) “Eighty days on, we have not taken responsibility for that attack,” said Rep. Adam Smith, ranking member of the… Continue reading
Ivanka and Tiffany Trump and President Donald Trump attend UFC 327 at Kaseya Center on April 11, 2026 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images) “The White House is a 24/7 grift machine and we should not stop being outraged about this,” said Sen. Chris Murphy. Julia Conley May… Continue reading
Golden Gate Bridge Felony Trial Wednesday, May 209:30am Court House400 McAllister St., Dept. 602/604San Francisco Info: https://www.instagram.com/p/DYiSCXnEmCz/ Opening Statements in the GG26 Felony Trial will be heard TOMORROW We invite you to join us in the courtroom as the defense attorneys share the stories and preview evidence of our comrades in… Continue reading
Saikat Chakrabarti Streamed live on May 7, 2026 With the primary election right around the corner, we’re hosting a night of excitement and celebration as our city decides the representation we want at this turning point in history. Saikat will be joined by co-hosts Hasan Piker and former NY Representative… Continue reading
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BREAKING: Judge Tosses Key Evidence Against Luigi Mangione by Status Coup News NY Judge rules items found in Mangione’s backpack can’t be used at trial including gun magazine, cell phone, computer chip, passport, and wallet. Judge criticized “improper warrantless search. Watch video and Read on Substack. NY Judge rules items… Continue reading
The Last Mile helps teach residents skills that will get them jobs on the outside. It’s inspiring—but it’s still a prison with too many people behind bars By Tim Redmond May 15, 2026 (48hills.org) I’ve been to a fair number of jails in my life, mostly as a reporter, but… Continue reading
Plus: Silence from the Chron on Breed-Sherrill-Bloomberg story—and a move to save community clinics from the Lurie axe. That’s The Agenda for May 17-24 By Tim Redmond May 17, 2026 (48hills.org) Want more of Tim’s election analysis and behind-the-scenes political news? Upgrade to his exclusive weekly Agenda newsletter here (or become a… Continue reading
