Podcasts about encampment

The whole world is mourning country star and philanthropist Dolly Parton, who passed away earlier this week. , Although she's gone, kids in Dane and Sauk Counties will still get their free book each month from “Aunt Dolly” thanks to a partnership between Madison Reading Project and the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. Early literacy coordinator Sarah Burke joins the podcast to talk about Dolly's impact on our youngest readers.  Then, host Bianca Martin, executive producer Hayley Sperling, and contributor Scott Resnick talk about new candidates jumping into the Madison mayoral race. They also recap a three-hour Q&A on the city's response to the fatal police shooting of Cory Ruiz and the protests and encampment that resulted from it. And for Neighbors' ears only: a group of Madison parents are pushing for stricter screen-time limits in schools. Mentioned on the show: Brian Bedford announces mayoral run [Madison 365]Syed Abbas announces mayoral run [Madison 365] Kaleem Caire will run for mayor [Wisconsin State Journal]

In 2024, at the height of Israel's US-backed genocide of Palestinians in Gaza, one of the most widespread waves of college campus protests since the Vietnam War exploded across the United States. Then came the repressive backlash. Over the past two years, we've seen a harrowing assault on free speech and the right to protest from the federal government and Zionist organizations, and universities themselves have ramped up their own internal surveillance and repression machines, weaponizing them against their own students, grad students, and faculty.Life, learning, and activism on American college campuses looks very different today than it did in 2024, but the student-led Palestine solidarity movement is not going away. As a new school year begins, we speak with four students at different college campuses across the University System of Maryland (USM), who are all organizers and members of the USM Divestment Coalition for Palestine, about how the movement is maintaining its demands and adapting its tactics in 2026.Additional links/info:USM DIvestment Coalition for Palestine website, Instagram, and LinktreeDiamondback Staff, The Diamondback, “USM students call for divestment from defense companies at Board of Regents meeting”Credits:Audio Post-Production: Alina NehlichBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-news-podcast--2952221/support.Help us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Follow us on:Bluesky: @therealnews.comFacebook: The Real News NetworkTwitter: @TheRealNewsYouTube: @therealnewsInstagram: @therealnewsnetworkBecome a member and join the Supporters Club for The Real News Podcast today!

Homelessness continues to be a major challenge in cities across Saskatchewan, with more people struggling to find affordable housing and stable places to live. Communities are also grappling with questions about encampments, public spaces and what should be done to help people who have nowhere else to go. Peter Gilmer, Regina Anti-Poverty Ministry, joins Evan to explain what's happening on the ground and what he believes needs to change.

It's been about a week since the city of St. Paul cleared a homeless encampment at Pig's Eye Park near the Mississippi River. An estimated one to two hundred people were living there. Now that it's closed, many former residents are now staying in another encampment a few miles upriver. The city has said it also plans to clear that encampment, plus one other in St. Paul, in the coming months. It hasn't set a timeline for those closures. A spokesperson said the city is doing an after-action review of the first one and considering its next steps. Nurse practitioner Kat Donnelly is trying to stay connected with patients who have been staying in encampments in St. Paul. She joined MPR News host Nina Moini to share perspective on the situation.

This week, the team breaks down a chaotic week on Madison's east side: the city's clearing of the Williamson and Baldwin Street encampment that had formed after police killed Corey Ruiz, the violent altercation between independent police monitor Aeiramique Glass and Madison Police, and the ongoing fight over whether the Office of the Independent Monitor will get the evidence it needs. Common Council Vice President Carmella Glenn joins to describe what she witnessed firsthand, why she calls the police response "unsafe," and why she's backing a resolution tying city spending on the response to funding for police oversight. Plus: Black Restaurant Week returnsnext week, the Madison Public Market profiles continue, and the crew plays a round of "what were you sure you'd be good at?"  

Police in Madison made more arrests as protesters blocked roads and set fires after the city cleared an encampment.

St. Paul is set to clear a homeless encampment at Pig's Eye Park Wednesday. At a city council meeting Tuesday, several neighbors and advocates said the city should delay it.Republican Mike Lindell says he's stepping down from his CEO role at MyPillow to focus on his run for Minnesota governor.The Winona Police Department is investigating the disappearance of the city's Flock cameras. Winona police say that all eight of their Flock cameras, which are used to capture license plate numbers and other vehicle information, are gone.Target Field concession workers have announced a one-day strike Wednesday at the sold out Noah Kahan concert. The expected strike follows one in June when the Twins played the Los Angeles Dodgers. The union and the concessions vendor have been in negotiations since March.

After nearly two weeks, the city of Madison cleared the protest encampment that had blocked a busy intersection where a police shooting took place.

On Wednesday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm Hour: Jason talks with Tyler Quattrin from the Pioneer Press about St. Paul's move to close the Pig's Eye homeless encampment today. Plus he asks listeners if we can be compassionate AND safe? Then Tracy Perlman joins for her weekly segment talking about getting outside and if the Twins have done enough to get fans back to the ballpark. 4pm Hour: Jason talks with Blois Olson from The Morning Take about the Governor and Senate Forums that took place at Farm Fest today - did anybody stand out? Then he talks about a laundry mistake and seeks your help in trying to fix it! 5pm Hour: Jason talks about some Minnesota-related gossip involving Kristi Noem. Do we miss having local gossip columnists? Plus it's time to vent your spleens on ENOUGH!!!

Mark Freie from the WCCO News room joined VIneeta live to discuss the event that began at 8 am today in St. Paul

Mark Freie from the WCCO News room joined VIneeta live to discuss the event that began at 8 am today in St. Paul

The clock is ticking for people living at a large encampment in Pig's Eye Park in St. Paul. The city plans to clear the site on Wednesday. Advocates have been working to connect people living there with shelter and other services ahead of the closure though they say there still aren't enough places for everyone to go. Outreach workers from the Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities have been at the encampment almost every day since the clearing announcement was made. Community Relations Director Sarah Peterka joined Minnesota Now to talk about how they're planning for what's next.

Richmond officials are raising alarm over a growing homeless encampment near the jet fuel pipeline that supplies Vancouver International Airport. Hikers were evacuated as parts of the West Coast Trail became impassable due to heavy rains. Some Penticton artists found their work at Value Village, after donating the art pieces to Penticton Art Gallery for a “charity auction”. How did this happen? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SCHEDULE FOR THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 7-24-20261940 BERLINJeff Bliss reports from Los Angeles, where Mayor Karen Bass's "Inside Safe" program faces scrutiny as figures show 41% of participants returned to homelessness. Encampments have expanded significantly, with Skid Row growing from five blocks to over 50. Bliss notes that organized crime cartels reportedly rent dilapidated RVs to the homeless, profiting from government stipends. Despite rising homelessness rates and disappointing results, local politicians are criticized for a lack of accountability and for fostering a "homelessness industry." (1)Jeff Bliss notes the Oakland Athletics are preparing for a move to Las Vegas, with high-profile investor Mark Cubanjoining as a minority owner to boost the franchise's profile. Development plans include a unique heart-shaped hotel on a previously failed ferris wheel site near the future stadium. Meanwhile, Hollywood faces "creative destruction" as Pixarinitiates layoffs despite box office success. Additionally, location shoot bookings in Los Angeles have dropped 13%, signaling a shift in the film industry. (2)Richard Epstein critiques the Smithsonian's "Many Voices, One Nation" exhibit for its "woke" portrayal of American history. He argues the exhibit unfairly reduces Benjamin Franklin to an "alleged racist" while ignoring his foundational contributions. Epstein highlights the complexity of figures like Thomas Jefferson, who authored the Declaration of Independence yet held restrictive views on immigration. The discussion underscores a perceived ideological mono-culture within the history profession that prioritizes narrative over factual nuance. (3)Richard Epstein analyzes the Trump administration's reintroduction of tariffs, now targeting allies like Australia and the EU under the guise of combating "forced labor." Epstein characterizes these moves as "lawfare" and "mindless isolationism," noting that these allies often have superior working conditions compared to the U.S. He warns that such policies alienate essential partners needed to counter global threats from Russia, Iran, and China, effectively driving allies to organize independently. (4)Jim McTague reports from Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, where Costco gas prices have reached $4.09, causing "mind-numbing" costs for residents. While some business slowdowns are noted, local diners remain full, supported by a robust retiree demographic with "deep pockets." The real estate market is exceptionally tight, with only 200 homes available as New Yorkers continue to bid up prices for high-quality housing. McTague concludes with observations on local tourism and his upcoming road trip to Kentucky. (5)Lorenzo Fiato reports Italy is battling severe wildfires in Sicily and Sardinia amid a prolonged heatwave. Fiato reports that Italians face exorbitant fuel costs, reaching $9.50 per gallon on motorways due to heavy taxation. To avoid over-tourism in cities like Florence, he recommends visiting Ascoli Piceno, the "town of the 100 towers," known for its travertine architecture. He concludes with culinary recommendations, including the traditional Spaghetti Ascolana paired with local Pecorino or Rosso Piceno wines. (6)Bob Zimmerman reports Rocket Lab has secured major Pentagon contracts for hypersonic test launches, potentially utilizing a remote new facility in Alaska. SpaceX is rumored to be planning a massive spaceport in Louisiana, while Northrop Grumman is successfully deploying robotic satellite-servicing pods. Conversely, Zimmerman criticizes "leftist governments" in the UK and Australia for stifling their domestic space industries with excessive red tape and "meaningless bureaucratic jargon," which forces young aerospace talent to seek opportunities abroad. (7)Bob Zimmerman highlights the "bankruptcy" of modern academia, citing a study where half of social science papers failed replication tests. He discusses an upcoming Falcon 9 rocket impact on the moon scheduled for August 5th and new data from the Juno mission revealing Io's subsurface temperatures. Additionally, scientists are investigating whether a suspected asteroid is actually a failed 1980s Soviet Mars probe, although Zimmerman remains skeptical of speculative theories involving alien technology. (8)Henry Sokolski examines a proposed deal to provide Saudi Arabia with nuclear power that has sparked intense proliferation concerns. While the Department of Energy initially signaled a "green light," the Trump administration later conditioned the agreement on Saudi Arabia joining the Abraham Accords. Sokolski warns that without "Additional Protocol" inspections, the kingdom could use the technology to develop a "bomb option." This follows the Crown Prince's 2018 assertion that Saudi Arabia would seek nuclear weapons if Iran acquired them. (9)Henry Sokolski continues: the Saudi nuclear deal remains "contradictory," with the White House and Department of Energy appearing out of sync. Media criticism reportedly prompted the president to demand a "quid pro quo"—Saudi recognition of Israel—to justify the proliferation risks. Israel remains in a difficult position; while desiring normalization, it privately opposes a Saudi nuclear program that could trigger a regional arms race. The deal's progress depends on whether it is submitted to Congress by late September. (10)Peter Huessy explains "extended deterrence," the U.S. nuclear umbrella protecting allies from aggression. Huessy critiques a proposal to delegate nuclear authority to a "three-key" system involving France and the UK, arguing it would create dangerous indecision during a crisis. He notes that allies increasingly doubt U.S. resolve. Strategy has shifted toward "counterforce" targets, aiming to disable an enemy's leadership and military capability rather than destroying cities, to provide "flexible response" options. (11)Peter Huessy notes Russia holds a 20-to-1 advantage over the U.S. in "theater" or tactical nuclear weapons, which Putinuses for "nuclear blackmail" to keep NATO out of the Ukraine conflict. Huessy argues the U.S. must deploy survivable, sea-based theater weapons to restore a credible deterrent. Reflecting on the realistic horror of the 1984 film Threads, he warns that even a single tactical exchange could rapidly escalate into a global catastrophe that ends civilization. (12)Captain James Fanell reports China is escalating physical violence against Philippine Navy personnel at Second Thomas Shoal, including "poking, prodding, and beating" sailors. Fanell explains this "petulant" behavior coincides with the 10th anniversary of a Hague ruling that invalidated China's maritime claims. Simultaneously, China and Russiaconducted joint live-fire drills in Japan's exclusive economic zone. These coordinated actions signal Beijing's intent to ignore international law and forcibly challenge the sovereignty of its neighbors. (13)Captain James Fanell reports China recently conducted its first submarine-launched ballistic missile test in the South Pacific in 40 years. Fanell reports that China has shifted to a "first use" nuclear policy and is completing its triad with the H-20 stealth bomber. He uses the "boiling frog" analogy to describe China's incremental aggression, warning that the U.S.must recognize these self-evident intentions before a "shot" is taken against regional forces or allies like Taiwan. (14)Conrad Black disputes Prime Minister Mark Carney's characterization of Canada as a "middle power," arguing the term is obsolete for a G7 nation with a larger economy than Russia. He critiques Carney's attempt to foster ties with China, noting China's "tatters" economy and history of disregarding trade agreements. Black maintains that Canada should prioritize its vital relationship with the U.S. while embracing a more ambitious and patriotic view of its global influence. (15)Veronique de Rugy argues autonomous vehicles like Waymo could reduce road fatalities by 94%, yet their adoption is stalled by opposition from trial lawyers and unions. Unions fear job losses for taxi, truck, and delivery drivers, though de Rugy argues automation historically transitions workers into higher-paying, less tedious roles. She emphasizes that driverless cars would provide life-changing accessibility for rural and elderly populations who currently lack reliable transportation options. (16)

On July 25, 1788, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart completed his Symphony No. 40 in G Minor, a fact we know because the composer kept intricate records. I can tell you that so far there have only been two other July 25 editions of Charlottesville Community Engagement and they were in 2023 and 2024. What were you doing on any of those three days? In this week's stories:* Charlottesville City Council will not take another vote on design review of The Mark (read the story)* Charlottesville speakers provide multiple perspectives on how to help those without a home (learn more)* City of Charlottesville develops brochure in advance of encampment “transition” (read the story)* Albemarle County Supervisors learn about human services needs in the community (story posting Monday!)* Albemarle Supervisors get update on transportation projects (learn more)A sponsored message: Panorama Natural BurialAt Panorama Natural Burial, we believe caring for the deceased can be simple, meaningful, and deeply connected to the natural world. As a natural burial ground just outside Charlottesville, we offer families an alternative to traditional burial that honors both the people we love and the land that will carry them forward.Whether you are planning ahead, navigating a recent loss, or are just curious about natural burial, we welcome the conversation. We host regular tours and community events throughout the year. At Panorama we are building new ways of understanding death, land, ecology, ritual, memory, and community. We believe that building community around death care helps us all to live fuller lives. We are open to the public daily 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Come visit!A house shout-out for Town Crier Productions at the end of 1096-AThe posting of the podcast marks the end of one week and the beginning of another. These days it takes me a lot longer to do the very simple task of restripping the WTJU version with fresh audio. Fridays are usually very intense production days and it is my true hope to eventually have someone to assist with putting it all together.All of this work is the result of one person with a vision for how to put it all together. When I look back in my archives, I see that this is what I wanted to do with the Charlottesville Podcasting Network back in 2005 but all of the tools were not in place yet to make it work.We're now six years into the experiment of Town Crier Productions which has allowed me to document a lot of events and decisions and details in this newsletter. This week we crossed the threshold of 5,000 subscribers in Substack, with about 820 of them paying into this newsletter. I'm going to write more notes to those paying because I need help thinking through some of the next steps of the business plan.An issue with being on Substack is that most people who find this newsletter through the algorithm don't have a connection to the area so they disappear fairly quickly. Aside from a few Facebook boosts, I've never done any targeted marketing to attract new people since the beginning when I emailed as many people as possible an update of what I was doing.So this shout-out concludes with me once again giving you the opportunity to sign-up through various social media platforms.* I post stories over at BlueSky but don't really do much else than that at this point. Here's the account for Information Charlottesville.* You can also subscribe to get Information Charlottesville postings via email Wordpress. This is where I confess I don't entirely know the link for this. Might be a pop-up?* Town Crier Productions has a Facebook page but I'm really not sure if it's worth keeping as the site doesn't really seem to like Substack material. Or Wordpress material. In six years of doing this, I've never had a post “go viral” and I think it's all throttled. I don't pay them any money anymore* And then there's Instagram which gets a couple of likes. I'd like to have better images but that is another skill set I don't have.Okay. I have procrastinated a lot by writing this.Charlottesville Community Engagement is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit communityengagement.substack.com/subscribe

Five years living on the sidewalk, and the neighbors have finally had enough. On this St Louis Morning Brief, Marc and Kim dig into the Tower Grove South homeless encampment lawsuit, calling out the hypocrisy of activists who defend the unhoused but won't open their own front doors. Plus, the federal DEI probe into Saint Louis University's medical school widens as four more schools face scrutiny for admissions discrimination, Missouri's Special School District quietly rolls back discipline tools that keep classrooms safe, and the T.J. Brown assault trial resumes with disturbing new details. The Marc Cox Morning Show brings you the local stories the mainstream media buries — common sense, accountability, and law and order, right here in St. Louis. Hashtags: #MarcCoxMorningShow #STLMorningBrief #TowerGrove #Homelessness #SLU #DEI #SpecialSchoolDistrict #TJBrown #StLouisNews #ConservativeTalk #FaithFamilyFreedom #LawAndOrder

Jason talks with Sammy Watkins, Director of Chaplains and Outreach at the Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities, about their work to create space for some of the unhoused who are set to be evicted from their encampments in St. Paul. How can we best care for our neighbors both housed and unhoused?

“Wood Street” is a documentary about the West Oakland encampment that humanizes the residents by showing how residents built community and fought eviction

A missing child that may have been trafficked was found at an Olympia homeless encampment. Let’s Go Washington has enough signatures to get their income tax repeal on the ballot. Guest: Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) on the latest in Iran. // Big Local: The New York Post has unearthed some debauchery in Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez’s past. Layoffs are coming to Sony workers in Bellevue. // You Pick the Topic: Airlines are being pressed to change their rules for larger passengers after a new viral photo.  

On June 10, early in the morning, FBI agents raided the homes of individuals involved in Palestine solidarity activism at the University of Michigan. As Yarden Katz and Stephen M. Ward report in Mondoweiss, “with help from local and state police departments, including the University of Michigan Police, the raids unfolded simultaneously in Michigan, Illinois, and Wisconsin…The case is now known as the Michigan Eight. The Justice Department indicted the eight defendants—five of whom are current or former students at the University of Michigan, and one of whom was a University employee—on multiple counts of severe charges, including “Conspiracy to Transmit Threats in Interstate and Foreign Commerce.” The defendants, all in their twenties, now potentially face decades in prison.” In this installment of our ongoing series “Police State University,” we speak with Kevin Zheng, a member-organizer and secretary of the Graduate Employees' Organization at the University of Michigan, and Grace Viscito, a restaurant worker and former graduate student at the University of Michigan.Additional links/info: Graduate Employees Organization (GEO) website, Instagram, Facebook page, and X pageLegal Fund of Michigan Students for PalestineYarden Katz & Stephen M. Ward, Mondoweiss, “Inside the case against the ‘Michigan 8': Palestine activism recast as antisemitic terror”Alexa Cheaney, The Michigan Daily, “The Daily breaks down the indictment against eight pro-Palestine activists”Maximillian Alvarez, Working People / TRNN, “Campus life is unrecognizable in the Trump era: ‘There's so many cops everywhere'”Maximillian Alvarez, Working People / The Real News Network, “‘The raids happened Wednesday, finals started Thursday': FBI agents raid homes of pro-Palestine students at University of Michigan”Featured Music: Jules Taylor, Working People Theme SongCredits: Audio Post-Production: Jules TaylorBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-news-podcast--2952221/support.Help us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Follow us on:Bluesky: @therealnews.comFacebook: The Real News NetworkTwitter: @TheRealNewsYouTube: @therealnewsInstagram: @therealnewsnetworkBecome a member and join the Supporters Club for The Real News Podcast today!

Attorney, historian, and award-winning author of Threshold to Valley Forge: The Six Days of the Gulph Mills Encampment, Sheilah Vance discusses what America should consider—and how it should tell its story—as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

We sit down with Dr. Steven Thrasher to talk about his new book, The Overseer Class; how our police state today evolved from yesterday's slave plantations; and why Dr. Thrasher has been blacklisted from academia after defending his students at Northwestern University during the Palestine encampment movement in 2024. Guests:Steven W. Thrasher, PhD, is the author of The Overseer Class: A Manifesto and the award-winning book The Viral Underclass: The Human Toll When Inequality and Disease Collide, which was a New York Times's Paperback Row Editors' Pick, named one of the Best Nonfiction Books of 2022 by Kirkus Reviews, was longlisted for both the PEN/John Kenneth Galbraith Award for Nonfiction and the Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Nonfiction Literature, and won the 2023 POZ Award for Best in Literature. He is also the inaugural Daniel Renberg Chair for Social Justice in Reporting at the Medill School of Journalism and a faculty member of Northwestern University's Institute of Sexual and Gender Minority Health and Wellbeing. An internationally renowned scholar on race, gender, and infectious disease, Dr. Thrasher's writing has been published by the Guardian, Atlantic, New York Times, Scientific American, Literary Hub, and in many academic journals.Credits:Studio Production / Post-Production: David HebdenBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-news-podcast--2952221/support.Help us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Follow us on:Bluesky: @therealnews.comFacebook: The Real News NetworkTwitter: @TheRealNewsYouTube: @therealnewsInstagram: @therealnewsnetworkBecome a member and join the Supporters Club for The Real News Podcast today!

Season six brought some exciting developments to the Three Links Odd Cast.  The biggest one was Meredith Moore joining as co-host and Director of Institutional Research.  We expressed our gratitude for Past Co-host Mike Duminiak and his years of hard work on the show.  We also reviewed and discussed our various episodes from throughout the season.  Some of those highlights included the on-location episode recorded in Yreka, California for the Cave Degree, an interview with Past Co-host Duminiak about his book "Oddtistic," a look at the fraternal cemetery business with Brother Jon Hart of the Odd Fellow Memorial Gardens in Livermore, California, another tattoo episode (of course!), the Christmas episode, Meredith's two survey episodes about burnout and the future of the Rebekahs, the new lodge in San Antonio (for which Toby made a special musical recording), and the episodes about new and revitalized lodges in Tennessee, Minnesota, and Wisconsin.  We closed out with a great conversation with Sovereign Grand Master Tom Calabrese who provided us with some great wisdom and insight.  All in all, it was a pretty good season.  The Shoutout went to another revived Encampment, Pueblo #1 of Colorado.  In the Odd Podge, Toby is looking forward to his Washington Grand Sessions with old friend Kelly Hughes returning as Sovereign Grand Warden, Meredith gave credit to a number of lodges doing great things, and Ainslie spilled the beans on the upcoming Three Links Emporium and Tattoo Extravaganza at Sovereign Grand Lodge.

Odd Fellowship is built around the principle of mutual aid, which implies that we should all be of service to one another.  Our current Sovereign Grand Master, Tom Calabrese, exemplifies the spirit of a servant leader.  Modest and unassuming, he has shown throughout his career in Odd Fellowship that he is always ready to pitch in and help out and that spirit of service has extended to his time as Sovereign Grand Master.  Brother Tom worked his way up from being a member of his father's lodge to becoming a Past Grand, joining the Grand Lodge of New Jersey, joining the Sovereign Grand Lodge, and then moving up to the highest office in Odd Fellowship.  Along the way he has exemplified the best aspects of service at every opportunity.  He shares his thoughts about the Order's direction, tells what he has done to keep the Sovereign Grand Lodge functional, and gives insight into how he deals with issues that come to him.  The Shoutout goes to yet another new Encampment, Barataria #73 of New Orleans, Louisiana.  In the Odd Podge, Toby shares the visit of PGM David "Ace" Adams of Minnesota to Seattle, Ainslie talks about his adventure driving a century-old dump truck, Meredith gives credit to a lodge in the Philippines for their amazing relief efforts in the face of a disaster, and Tom shares his wonderful cemetery experience with the Grand Master of Vermont, Teppi Zuppo.

Homelessness is one of the most important issues in Los Angeles—and one of the most politically challenging. Phoenix Tso of L.A. Public Press joins Jen Taylor-Skinner to unpack the debate over encampment sweeps, CARE Plus operations, Mayor Karen Bass's homelessness strategy, and the growing pressure on elected officials to balance public frustration with long-term solutions. They discuss why progressive politicians often evolve on homelessness policy once in office, the controversy surrounding Measure ULA, and how housing has become a political lightning rod that is reshaping voter behavior across the city. What happens when campaign promises collide with governing realities? This conversation explores one of the central questions facing Los Angeles today. Follow Phoenix Tso's reporting on the L.A. Housing Crisis here. LA organizers ‘sweep' Council member Hugo Soto-Martínez's home in protest of 41.18 Follow @electorette on YouTube and Instagram, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts for more political midterm coverage, election analysis, and nuanced discussions that go beyond the headlines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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A tribunal found that nothing corrupted the Ontario Liberals' controversial nomination meeting in Scarborough Southwest. Hosts Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss why Nathaniel Erskine-Smith's allegations were rejected, and what comes next. They also look at emerging advocacy to change the party's voting rules, as well as new names that have entered the Ontario Liberal leadership race. Plus, Ontario finally passes a new law regulating the inappropriate behavior of municipal politicians. Advocates say it's a first step, but the threshold for disciplinary action raises eyebrows. Will the law actually help? Then, Doug Ford lashed out at another judge's decision this week. A judge decided it was a Charter violation for Waterloo to clear an encampment that allegedly stands in the way of transit development. Were Doug Ford's comments out of line? Some legal academics believe Ford's statements threaten the independence of Canadian Courts. Finally, in "Your Column, My Column," JMM looks at whether new rules around grocery store leases could bring grocery prices down. And Steve pays tribute to one of Toronto's original political mavericks, Howard Moscoe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This Week in Oklahoma Politics, KOSU's Michael Cross talks with Civic Leader Andy Moore and former Republican State Senator A.J. Griffin about Attorney General Gentner Drummond and Gov. Kevin Stitt's continuing spat, which includes Drummond suing Stitt and the political action committee Club for Growth over negative gubernatorial campaign ads, Stitt calling for an audit of Drummond's office and Stitt criticizing Drummond's call for an audit of the Oklahoma Health Care Authority over managed care.The trio also discuss Stitt's sweep of a homeless camp in Norman and a new law to use state funds to study the use of a psychedelic known as ibogaine to help people suffering from mental illnesses.

Staring down a budget crisis, falling test scores and tumbling enrollment data, the Clark County School District's recently-released five-year-plan is committing to solving those problems and more. But can it be done? Nevada Current Reporters April Corbin Girnus and Michael “MJ” Lyle join host Jesse Merrick to find out. Plus, the team dives into the county's “whack-a-mole” approach to solving homeless encampments, and whether a new experiment with red light cameras is all it's cracked up to be.  If you enjoyed this interview with TaskRabbit's software engineer, Cody Goeken, learn more here.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

In Episode 135, we take a deep dive into an decision that says Waterloo Region can't tear down a homeless encampment to build a transit hub because that would violate the rights to life, liberty, security of the person and equality. Plus, Alberta to hold a referendum on a referendum.Stories and cases discussed in this week's episode:Premier Doug Ford could use notwithstanding clause on Waterloo Region's encampment ruling (CTV News)Dear Albertans, here's what you need to know about the Clarity Act (National Post)Belgian court convicts nationalist activist for lecture that would be protected in the US (Brussels Signal)Stratford's 'Strong Mayors' challenge hinges on three main arguments (Stratford Beacon Herald)Not Reserving Judgment is a podcast about Canadian constitutional law hosted by Josh Dehaas, Joanna Baron, and Christine Van Geyn, with help from Alexander Surgenor.The show is brought to you by the Canadian Constitution Foundation, a non-partisan legal charity dedicated to defending rights and freedoms. To support our work, visit theccf.ca/donate.

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Brother Aiden Brink returns to the podcast to share some insight that he has gained about his lodge, degree work, regalia, robes, community involvement, and a host of other topics.  Grab your notepads and get ready to take notes because this episode is chock full of great information that will be useful for every lodge, from the smallest kitchen-table lodge to the biggest traditional lodge.  Changes that can help a lodge can start with just one member who wants to memorize rituals and make degrees more meaningful.  The Shoutout goes to Victory Encampment No. 34 of the Atlantic Provinces (yes, it's *another* new Encampment).  For the Odd Podge, Ainslie shared a remarkable experience where a prospective member stopped in at his shop to meet him and talk Odd Fellowship; Meredith gave props to Oustomah Lodge No. 16 of Nevada City, California for being so active in their community and sharing it on social media; Toby gave us the update on his lodge's German Dinner (which brought in some applications!); and Aiden thanked two groups of members for aiding in his lodge's success: newer members for their assistance with outreach and older members for their hard work and support.

The I Love CVille Show headlines: Highlights/Lowlights From City Council Work Session Work Session: Homeless + Holiday Drive + Encampment 100s Of Pounds Of Human Waste Into Rivanna River City Is Years Away From 2000 Holiday Drive Online 2000 Holiday Dr Communication: Listen To How Poor 2000 Holiday Dr Will Cost Taxpayers $20M – $25M Would A “Ward System” Have Prevented The Mark? Subscribe To JerryRatcliffe.com For $8 Per Month Read Viewer & Listener Comments Live On-Air The I Love CVille Show airs live Monday – Friday from 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm on The I Love CVille Network. Watch and listen to The I Love CVille Show on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, iTunes, Apple Podcast, YouTube, Spotify, Fountain, Amazon Music, Audible, Rumble and iLoveCVille.com.

Todd DeDecker joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about the upcoming Civil War programs in Bishop Hill. History will come alive in Bishop Hill as the Heritage Association presents a full day of Civil War programs on May 16, 2026, celebrating America's 250th birthday. The village park will be transformed with authentic Union and Confederate camps, military drills, and a parade. Highlights include a midday speech from Union General John Logan, a Civil War music concert, an artillery demonstration, and a reenacted battle. The day concludes with a spirited evening ball. Visitors can also enjoy the annual Quilt Show and children's activities. Visitors can explore authentic Union and Confederate encampments, witness military drills, enjoy Civil War-era music from the 33rd Illinois Volunteer Regiment Band, and watch artillery and medical demonstrations. Brian Fox Ellis will portray General John Logan, and attendees are invited to experience a traditional Civil War ball, open to the public with no dance experience required. Family-friendly activities, museum exhibits, and a period-authentic quilt show round out the program, with most events free of charge. Details can be found at bishophillheritage.org or by calling 309-927-3899. Saturday, May 16: Civil War Program Schedule Soldiers encamped all day in the village park; Sutlers and civilians Encampment by Steeple Building Museum 9:30 AM: Drill at Coopers' Field 11:00 AM: Parade from Coopers' Field to Steeple Building Museum 11:30 AM: Roll Call/Ration Issue in the park Noon: General Logan's speech in the park 1:30 PM: Concert by the 33rd Illinois Volunteer Regiment Band in the park 2:30 PM: Artillery Demonstration at Coopers' Field 3:30 PM: Battle at Coopers' Field, followed by a medical demonstration in the park 6-8 PM: Civil War Ball at Bishop Hill Creative Commons

The I Love CVille Show headlines: Photos Of Homeless Encampment At 2000 Holiday Dr Where Should An Interim Encampment Be Located? Jerry's Take: Under Free Bridge Is The Best Spot Judah's Take: 2000 Holiday Dr Grassy Knoll Is Best Spot Equity Grading v SROs: Politics Pulverizing Public Schools Are Public Schools The Most Fertile Breeding Ground For Politics? Who Is The Most Liked & Disliked CVille City Councilor? Subscribe To JerryRatcliffe.com For $8 Per Month Read Viewer & Listener Comments Live On-Air The I Love CVille Show airs live Monday – Friday from 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm on The I Love CVille Network. Watch and listen to The I Love CVille Show on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, iTunes, Apple Podcast, YouTube, Spotify, Fountain, Amazon Music, Audible, Rumble and iLoveCVille.com.

The I Love CVille Show headlines: 5/12 Correction: Salvation Army High Barrier Shelter Arson Alleged For Rivanna River Encampment Fire Homeless Claims Arson For 5/9 Free Bridge 911 Call Rivanna River Shanty Town, Arson & Heroin Needles “Equity Grading” Crippling Area Public School Families Is ACPS Superintendent Haas Pushing Equity Grading? CVille Area Median Family Household Income $139,800 Subscribe To iLoveCVille.com For Only $8 Per Month Read Viewer & Listener Comments Live On-Air The I Love CVille Show airs live Monday – Friday from 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm on The I Love CVille Network. Watch and listen to The I Love CVille Show on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, iTunes, Apple Podcast, YouTube, Spotify, Fountain, Amazon Music, Audible, Rumble and iLoveCVille.com.

It's been nearly three years since the San Diego City Council passed the Unsafe Camping Ordinance, which prohibited tent encampments on public property when shelter beds are available.The law also set rules for how the city can enforce the ban, leading to increased sweeps of homeless encampments.Tuesday on Midday Edition, we hear about a new analysis from The San Diego Union-Tribune that digs deeper into the data, revealing the financial costs to the city and the impact of repeated sweeps on those living in the encampments.Guest:Kristen Taketa, watchdog and accountability reporter, The San Diego Union-Tribune

Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss the Seattle City Council's changing position on buffer zones for homeless encampment sites, new moves this week by the King County Council to set deadlines for the Regional Homelessness Authority, a one-time progressive firebrand in a new role at the Seattle Metro Chamber of Commerce, the progression of a "shared streets" ordinance in Seattle, and a moratorium on data centers. If you like this podcast, please support it on Patreon!This episode of Seattle News, Views & Brews is presented by Phillips Law Firm. Injured? Their Seattle personal injury lawyers will fight for what you really deserve. 

The City of Austin is considering changing how it responds to homeless encampments, including deploying daily cleanup teams. But after a recent video highlighted the human impacts of these sweeps, questions are being asked about what that process should look like. On this week's Friday News Roundup, host Nikki DaVaughn is joined by executive producer Eva Ruth Moravec and newsletter editor Kelsey Bradshaw to break it all down. Plus, the Austin firefighter pushing for equality in workers' compensation and the baby owl stealing our hearts (and plenty of our screen time).  Want some more Austin news? Then make sure to sign up for our City Cast Austin newsletter.  And don't forget– you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Austin Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm  Follow us @citycastaustin You can also text us or leave a voicemail.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  Learn more about the sponsors of this April 24th episode: City of Austin Taskrabbit Visit Port Aransas

It's Thursday, April 23. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

Tiny Gray Garcia AKA PovertySkola is the co-founder of POOR Magazine  The Homefulness Project – a landless peoples, self-determined land liberation movement in the Ohlone/Lisjan/Huchuin territory known as Deep East Oakland. —- Subscribe to this podcast: https://plinkhq.com/i/1637968343?to=page Get in touch: lawanddisorder@kpfa.org Follow us on socials @LawAndDis: https://twitter.com/LawAndDis; https://www.instagram.com/lawanddis/ The post Oakland Encampment Abatement w/ Tiny, PovertySkola appeared first on KPFA.

A homeless encampment was swept at a Seattle park only to immediately return. Trump ordered McDonald’s on DoorDash to the White House to highlight his no tax on tips initiative. Seattle’s World Cup preparations continue. // Big Local: A Pierce County man attacked a goose in Milton. Left-wingers in Tukwila want an extension to the city’s ICE detention center ban. Spokesman-Review’s Gonzaga racism surge story is missing any evidence of the incidents it claims exist. // You Pick the Topic: The WNBA Commissioner says that a question about her future is sexist.

Seattle considers sweeping a Ballard homeless encampment. Tacoma is debating removing boulders that deter public camping. The Downtown Seattle Association thinks they are gaining retail momentum. A new pill could extend your dog’s life. // Big Local: A Des Moines halal market is suing the Trump admin. Tacoma hopes the World Cup will bring more tourism. An Enumclaw family’ horse was stolen. // You Pick the Topic: A chimp civil war has broken out in Africa.

Looks like the ceasefire deal with Iran has fallen apart before the show even ended, so what's next? Plus, the left has made homelessness so much worse than it needs to be.

Back in 2023, Chicago's city council voted to gradually raise the subminimum wage for tipped workers every July for five years until it matched the city's full minimum wage in 2028. Now the city council has voted to freeze the annual increases. We are joined by the Tribune's Jake Sheridan and the Reader's Katie Prout to discuss Mayor Johnson's plan to veto the vote. Plus, why did the city clear another encampment in Legion Park during the coldest week of the month, and how much did outside funding impact primary results? Good News: West Town Restaurant Week Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter. Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this March 20 episode: Access Contemporary Music Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

A homeless encampment is growing near the Seattle Center because the city says the property owner has to request it to be cleared. A federal judge ruled in favor of Washington legislators that denied press passes to media members. Guest: UW meteorologist Cliff Mass on what we can expect for tonight's storm. // Big Local: There’s been a spate of Pokemon card thefts across Pierce County. Tacoma residents are are butting heads with a pizza place that has very loud karaoke nights. Kitsap County deputies arrested a drunk man on top of a Silverdale hotel. // You Pick the Topic: The seafood industry is suffering as a result of the massive amount of sewage that has spilled into the Potomac river.

The most Seattle irony yet—a homeless encampment beside a CARE car outside the West Precinct. A Democrat running for Senate in a pivotal battleground state says she ‘regrets’ her vote on the Laken Riley Act. If you’re over 80, this diet habit could prevent you from reaching 100. // LongForm: GUEST: Mason County District Court Judge George Steele is sounding the alarms over a new rule being proposed by the State Supreme Court that would make us all less safe. // Quick Hit: An anti-ICE protest at an Enumclaw school spiraled out of control.

Isolationists are pretending that Israel dragged the United States into war and bad faith critics are still claiming the Trump Administration hasn’t detailed what the United States’ objectives in Iran are. // Seattleites give their thoughts on tipping and Jason explains why they’re wrong. // There’s a homeless encampment in Ballard that won’t go away. Seattle homeowners panic as online ‘can’t sell house’ searches spike.