Beth Hawkins

Spiral cut, queso and cowboy candy

Dropkick Murphys lead singer Ken Casey at the Alex Pretti Memorial tonight just prior to their set at a benefit show across the street.

Minneapolis March 6, 2026

Now: Dropkick Murphys hit the stage for a benefit in Minneapolis across from where Alex Pretti was killed by federal agents.

“We cannot thank you enough for all you’ve done on behalf of freedom and democracy in America”

Tractor on dirt in the ballroom.

Sure, laugh at the ballroom now, but did any other president build a tractor pull ready venue?

🇺🇸WE’RE THE REFUGEES NOW ✈️

👉 An Omni 777 (tail: N819AX), typically used for military charters and ICE removal flights, arrives from Southwest Asia—with a load of American evacuees—to Washington Dulles International 👀

The airplane flying the University of Wisconsin men's hockey to Penn State right now, N459AW, was used to fly shackled ICE detainees from Michigan to Louisiana on Sunday.

We dive into the "Mothers of Massive Resistance" in Minneapolis, the impact of the ICE surge on local residents, and the on-the-ground organizing and mutual aid efforts w/ Beth Hawkins, the 74 Million, @bethhawkins.bsky.social, @the74.bsky.social.

https://www.momsrising.org/bt02feb26

👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽

ICE arrested Nashville journalist without warrant, attorneys say The journalist, Estefany Rodriguez, was taken to a detention center and remains there as of 3 p.m. March 5.

"She frequently reported on stories critical of ICE for Nashville Noticias, the Spanish-language outlet."

www.tennessean.com/story/news/l...

ICE detains reporter Estefany Rodríguez in Nashville - Nashville Banner Reporter Estefany Rodríguez, detained by ICE with no arrest warrant, may face deportation. Her attorneys seek immediate review of the legality of her case.

ICE has arrested and detained a Nashville journalist who reported stories critical of ICE. She’s married to a U.S. citizen and has been seeking asylum here after fleeing death threats in Colombia because of her journalism there.

They’ve already sent her to Louisiana.

Noem and all others in DHS must be held accountable. The investigation and lies about Renee's widow must end. Our hearts remain with all the families and communities who suffered at the hands of their government and every leader who swore an oath to defend them and the Constitution. (2/2)

Kristi Noem has done a stunning amount of damage and it’s good she’s gone.

But this doesn’t change the fact that we need a complete overhaul of DHS, impartial investigations into the killings of two American citizens, and information on children that were taken from Minnesota.

Trump fires Kristi Noem as Homeland Security Secretary The president has nominated Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin to replace her

And there it is! Trump fires Kristi Noem as Homeland Security Secretary.
www.independent.co.uk/news/world/a...

Fed report highlights economic effects of ICE surge as businesses struggle to replace workers at home Immigration enforcement operations and a struggling farm economy had a dampening effect on businesses in Minnesota and the Upper Midwest, according to the latest Beige Book report from the Federal Res...

Regional Outreach Director @erickgarcialuna.bsky.social spoke with @mprnews.org about current economic conditions in our region: https://bit.ly/4rc4xyQ

How State and Local Leaders Are Responding to ICE: Your Questions Answered - Bolts The violence of Trump’s immigration crackdown in cities across the country and the killing of protesters by federal agents have put pressure on local leaders to change their approach to... Read More

Recently, we asked for questions from readers about what local and state leaders are doing in response to the federal immigration crackdown.

Our new explainer shares some answers. Our entire team worked on this and it’s *really* worth a read:

boltsmag.org/how-state-an...

And she very much wants to see you! ✊🏽

WHEN: Monday, March 9, 10:00 am Where: Saint Paul Dethloon The blight on Midway that was the former CVS on Snelling and University is going to be demolished on Monday. Come celebrate! Bring a chair. Bring treats to share. Bring a musical instrument. Bring and share with friends. Bring your senior prom dress. Bring your toddler. Most of all, bring joy and your love for Saint Paul! If you are able, consider making a donation to Keystone Community Services, a legacy organization providing assistance to those in need for nearly a hundred years. I'm not sure yet how to do this safely and securely, but I'll get it figured out by Monday. NOTE: Start time is based on hearsay, and will be updated when I can find specific information.

Invite your friends! I have a pretty small #SaintPaul #St.Paul #StPaul reach here, so please share. Let's make this a demolition to remember.

InFocus: Anusha Thotakura on Shaking Up Board Business Chicago Board of Education Member Anusha Thotakura speaks candidly about the need to change school district culture to hold itself accountable to an elected school board.

Chicago Board of Education Member Anusha Thotakura speaks candidly about the need to change school district culture to hold itself accountable to an elected school board. board-rule.ghost.io/infocus-anus...

THIS I can help you with

A white Ford Transit van that is labeled "Midwest Plumbing". This is not a real company.

We saw an uptick in ICE activity today.

ICE continues to be spotted around the metro area - dining, driving, and hiding in between events.

Current vehicles on the short list include Black Chevrolet Tahoes, White or Silver Jeep Wagoneers, and White Ford Transit vans with fake branding.

175 people at an elementary school.

LAUSD is now accountable for high-dosage tutoring as settlement is approved

LEARN MORE: bit.ly/4u1s3RP

Government Surveillance 🤝 Corporate Surveillance

Gregory Bovino is now under criminal investigation Video shows the Border Patrol's former "commander-at-large" throwing a gas canister at protesters and observers in Minneapolis in January.

Former Customs and Border Patrol chief Gregory Bovino’s use of chemical irritants during the Department of Homeland Security’s “Operation Metro Surge” in Minnesota is among 17 criminal investigations now underway in Hennepin County.

As Kagan notes in her dissent, the Court opted not to hear the due process parental rights argument against bans on gender-affirming medical care in Skrmetti, basically setting up a regime where parents can force their trans children back into the closet but cannot help them out of it

french laundry exterior

I just found a 2024 charge for $1,348.03 to French Laundry - the 3 Michelin star restaurant in California - in Arizona ESA reimbursements.

May his memory be for a blessing 🌈

Also, HBD Marta Jewson. Long may we reap the rewards of your talents and commitment to serving democracy

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I really have no words.

I think about what my adult children’s lives mean to me and I imagine their brilliance snuffed and … well, actually I can’t imagine it. Who survives this?