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fromFast Company
7 hours ago

Why AI-powered city cameras are sounding new privacy alarms

The expansion of automatic license plate readers as a source of deep concern is evident as government authorities seek ways to target immigrant and transgender communities.
Privacy technologies
#transportation
SF politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
8 months ago

Pete Buttigieg's replacement had the dumbest answer to a key question about air traffic controllers - LGBTQ Nation

Secretary Sean Duffy's lack of knowledge about air traffic controller departures raises concerns about oversight in the FAA.
SF politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
8 months ago

Pete Buttigieg's replacement had the dumbest answer to a key question about air traffic controllers - LGBTQ Nation

Secretary Sean Duffy's lack of knowledge about air traffic controller departures raises concerns about oversight in the FAA.
#tsa
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Senator decries new shoes-on security policy at US airports as reckless'

The new TSA policy allowing shoes on during scans raises security concerns, according to Senator Tammy Duckworth.
US politics
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 day ago

TSA Lines Are Returning to Normal at Airports Across the US

TSA officer pay resumption has significantly reduced airport security wait times across major U.S. airports after weeks of delays due to the government shutdown.
Washington DC
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Some airport wait times improve as TSA workers start to get paid

TSA workers are receiving paychecks, improving airport wait times, but uncertainty remains about long-term security line normalization and immigration officer presence.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 days ago

Here Are the Best Ways to Track TSA Wait Times in Advance

Travelers can now track TSA airport security wait times through United Airlines' mobile app and other resources to better plan their trips.
Washington DC
fromABC7 Los Angeles
6 days ago

TSA agents will soon be paid but it may not mean immediate relief at airport security lines

TSA officers are set to receive immediate pay to alleviate long security lines at U.S. airports during peak travel times.
Washington DC
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

What to know about Trump's order to pay TSA officers and its impact on airport security lines

Long security lines at U.S. airports persist despite an executive order to pay TSA officers, causing significant delays for travelers during spring break.
#immigration
Chicago
fromTruthout
8 hours ago

ICE Presence Persists in Chicago as Raids Shift to Quieter Tactics

Federal immigration agents continue to operate in Chicago, impacting communities despite a reduction in visible presence since last fall.
Mission District
fromWIRED
5 days ago

Opposing ICE Might Save the Country. It Could Also Ruin Your Life

Rafael Concepcion has dedicated himself to creating tools to resist federal immigration enforcement after witnessing the impact on his community.
fromBoston.com
2 hours ago
US news

3-year-old immigrant suffered alleged sexual abuse during months in federal custody, family says

Law
fromURL Media
4 days ago

For Asian Immigrants in NYC, Legal Help Remains Out of Reach With Life-Altering Consequences

Mohan's deportation highlights systemic issues in immigration legal services for Asian immigrants in New York City.
NYC politics
fromBolts
4 days ago

To Get Ahead of ICE, New York Leaders Learn from Other States and Cities

Local officials are preparing for potential ICE operations in public spaces, emphasizing immigrant protection policies amid federal enforcement actions.
Chicago
fromTruthout
8 hours ago

ICE Presence Persists in Chicago as Raids Shift to Quieter Tactics

Federal immigration agents continue to operate in Chicago, impacting communities despite a reduction in visible presence since last fall.
Mission District
fromWIRED
5 days ago

Opposing ICE Might Save the Country. It Could Also Ruin Your Life

Rafael Concepcion has dedicated himself to creating tools to resist federal immigration enforcement after witnessing the impact on his community.
fromBoston.com
2 hours ago
US news

3-year-old immigrant suffered alleged sexual abuse during months in federal custody, family says

Law
fromURL Media
4 days ago

For Asian Immigrants in NYC, Legal Help Remains Out of Reach With Life-Altering Consequences

Mohan's deportation highlights systemic issues in immigration legal services for Asian immigrants in New York City.
NYC politics
fromBolts
4 days ago

To Get Ahead of ICE, New York Leaders Learn from Other States and Cities

Local officials are preparing for potential ICE operations in public spaces, emphasizing immigrant protection policies amid federal enforcement actions.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 hours ago

Supreme Court rules against conversion therapy bans while trans people protest across the country - LGBTQ Nation

The Supreme Court ruling in Chiles v. Salazar raises the bar for conversion therapy bans, potentially overturning laws in 27 states.
#higher-education
Higher education
fromwww.theguardian.com
21 hours ago

Federal judge halts White House effort to collect university data on applicants' race

A federal judge halted data collection efforts by the Trump administration regarding race in college admissions, citing rushed implementation and potential privacy risks.
Higher education
fromwww.theguardian.com
21 hours ago

Federal judge halts White House effort to collect university data on applicants' race

A federal judge halted data collection efforts by the Trump administration regarding race in college admissions, citing rushed implementation and potential privacy risks.
#civil-rights
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

NAACP responds after homeless man 'dumped' in Oakland by San Leandro police

San Leandro officers forcibly transported a homeless man to Oakland and 'dumped' him, prompting outrage from civil rights groups.
fromStreetsblog USA
3 days ago
SF politics

Talking Headways Podcast: Civil Rights, Civic Transport - Streetsblog USA

The Trump administration is moving to rescind regulations that protect civil rights in transportation projects.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

NAACP responds after homeless man 'dumped' in Oakland by San Leandro police

San Leandro officers forcibly transported a homeless man to Oakland and 'dumped' him, prompting outrage from civil rights groups.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog USA
3 days ago

Talking Headways Podcast: Civil Rights, Civic Transport - Streetsblog USA

The Trump administration is moving to rescind regulations that protect civil rights in transportation projects.
#lgbtqia
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
16 hours ago

NYC's most powerful transgender official is fighting intensifying anti-LGBTQ+ federal pressure

Taylor Brown leads NYC's Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs, addressing urgent attacks on transgender rights and dismantling long-standing inequalities.
LGBT
fromGothamist
1 day ago

NYC's LGBTQIA+ office leader poised to tackle 'entrenched disparities'

New York City opens its first office for LGBTQIA+ Affairs, led by civil rights attorney Taylor Brown, the highest-ranking openly trans person in city government.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
16 hours ago

NYC's most powerful transgender official is fighting intensifying anti-LGBTQ+ federal pressure

Taylor Brown leads NYC's Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs, addressing urgent attacks on transgender rights and dismantling long-standing inequalities.
LGBT
fromGothamist
1 day ago

NYC's LGBTQIA+ office leader poised to tackle 'entrenched disparities'

New York City opens its first office for LGBTQIA+ Affairs, led by civil rights attorney Taylor Brown, the highest-ranking openly trans person in city government.
#airport-security
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 day ago

A Former TSA Agent Shares The No. 1 Reason Bags Get Flagged at Security-and How to Prevent It From Happening

Human error, especially with laptops, is the primary reason for carry-on luggage being flagged at airport security.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 day ago

A Former TSA Agent Shares The No. 1 Reason Bags Get Flagged at Security-and How to Prevent It From Happening

Human error, especially with laptops, is the primary reason for carry-on luggage being flagged at airport security.
NYC politics
fromThe Marshall Project
23 hours ago

In New York City, Mamdani's New Appointee Talks About Reimagining Public Safety

New York City establishes the Office of Community Safety to enhance crime prevention and support services under Mayor Mamdani's leadership.
fromShore News Network - The Latest Breaking, Viral and Trending News
1 day ago

Federal judge allows parts of discrimination lawsuit against NYC agency to proceed

The lawsuit was filed by Deshanae L. Brown, who alleges she was subjected to discrimination based on her race, sex, and disability, citing violations of federal and state laws including Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Law
#ice-detention
Miami
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

The Gueras Aliadas': How two American women are helping locate migrants lost in the ICE labyrinth

Fernanda's father was detained by ICE, prompting her to seek help through social media to locate him.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

TSA Tipped Off ICE About Woman Forcibly Detained at SFO

ICE agents detained Angelina Lopez-Jimenez at SFO after TSA flagged her in boarding logs, leading to a dramatic scene with onlookers protesting.
Miami
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

The Gueras Aliadas': How two American women are helping locate migrants lost in the ICE labyrinth

Fernanda's father was detained by ICE, prompting her to seek help through social media to locate him.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

TSA Tipped Off ICE About Woman Forcibly Detained at SFO

ICE agents detained Angelina Lopez-Jimenez at SFO after TSA flagged her in boarding logs, leading to a dramatic scene with onlookers protesting.
#united-airlines
Apple
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

United adds TSA wait times to its mobile app

United Airlines updates mobile app with estimated security wait times and enhanced features for travelers.
Travel
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

United's mobile app now shows TSA wait times at select airports | TechCrunch

United Airlines updates its mobile app with features like estimated security wait times and automatic rebooking assistance for travelers.
US news
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

United rolls out new app feature to help navigate DHS security nightmares

United Airlines introduces an app feature to track security wait times at major hubs to help customers navigate ongoing airport delays.
Apple
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

United adds TSA wait times to its mobile app

United Airlines updates mobile app with estimated security wait times and enhanced features for travelers.
Travel
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

United's mobile app now shows TSA wait times at select airports | TechCrunch

United Airlines updates its mobile app with features like estimated security wait times and automatic rebooking assistance for travelers.
US news
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

United rolls out new app feature to help navigate DHS security nightmares

United Airlines introduces an app feature to track security wait times at major hubs to help customers navigate ongoing airport delays.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Rights groups, Milwaukee leaders slam ICE's arrest of Palestinian advocate

Salah Sarsour, a Palestinian American leader, was detained by ICE, prompting civil rights groups to denounce the targeting of activists based on their background.
#deportation
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Legal groups condemn arrival of a dozen deportees from US to Uganda

Deportation flights from the US to Uganda are viewed as transnational repression, prompting legal challenges from Ugandan advocates.
Left-wing politics
fromNewsday
2 days ago

Activist Mahmoud Khalil wants ex-Justice Department official off panel of judges weighing his appeal

Mahmoud Khalil's lawyers seek Judge Bove's recusal from his deportation appeal due to potential conflict of interest from Bove's past Justice Department role.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Legal groups condemn arrival of a dozen deportees from US to Uganda

Deportation flights from the US to Uganda are viewed as transnational repression, prompting legal challenges from Ugandan advocates.
Left-wing politics
fromNewsday
2 days ago

Activist Mahmoud Khalil wants ex-Justice Department official off panel of judges weighing his appeal

Mahmoud Khalil's lawyers seek Judge Bove's recusal from his deportation appeal due to potential conflict of interest from Bove's past Justice Department role.
Austin
fromThe Texas Tribune
3 days ago

Texas upends life for undocumented immigrants, DACA recipients

Texas Republicans have enacted laws severely restricting noncitizens' access to essential services and opportunities, creating widespread fear and uncertainty.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Irrelevant?' Justice Alito Grills ACLU Lawyer Over Key Precedent in Citizenship Case

Ask any American what our citizenship rule is and they'll tell you, everyone born here is a citizen alike. That rule was enshrined in the 14th Amendment to put it out of reach of any government official to destroy.
Social justice
Fundraising
fromAdvocate.com
5 days ago

As gender-affirming care gets harder to access under Trump, trans people turn to GoFundMe

The cost of gender-affirming treatment is rising, leading many transgender individuals to use crowdfunding for financial support and access to care.
San Francisco
fromKqed
5 days ago

San Francisco Leaders Propose New Law Requiring Police to ID ICE Agents | KQED

San Francisco's sanctuary city policy enhances public safety and trust by limiting local law enforcement's cooperation with federal immigration operations.
#ice
fromSFGATE
1 week ago
NYC parents

TSA reportedly 'tipped off' ICE ahead of SFO detainment of mother and child

US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Shockingly, ICE Hasn't Fixed the Airport Crisis

Adding ICE to airport security exacerbates existing chaos and raises concerns about civil rights violations.
Boston
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Woman allegedly called ICE on workers she hired

A woman faces backlash for allegedly reporting construction workers to ICE after a roofing job, claiming she owes them money and denies making the call.
NYC parents
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

TSA reportedly 'tipped off' ICE ahead of SFO detainment of mother and child

TSA alerted ICE about a mother and daughter's detention order, leading to a violent arrest at San Francisco International Airport.
Washington DC
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

ICE officers could remain at airports after TSA workers are paid

ICE agents may stay at airports even after TSA workers receive paychecks, depending on TSA staffing levels.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Shockingly, ICE Hasn't Fixed the Airport Crisis

Adding ICE to airport security exacerbates existing chaos and raises concerns about civil rights violations.
Media industry
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

What ICE Is Actually Doing at the Airport

Social media companies are being held accountable for their impact on mental health, challenging previous legal protections like Section 230.
#air-travel
Canada news
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

Nothing Works in Trump's America-Except for Racism

Air travel chaos and rising gas prices highlight systemic failures under the Trump administration, exacerbated by a government shutdown and ongoing conflicts.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

The Chaos at Airports Isn't Ending Anytime Soon

Air travel in the U.S. is experiencing significant disruptions due to staffing shortages and operational challenges.
Canada news
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

Nothing Works in Trump's America-Except for Racism

Air travel chaos and rising gas prices highlight systemic failures under the Trump administration, exacerbated by a government shutdown and ongoing conflicts.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

The Chaos at Airports Isn't Ending Anytime Soon

Air travel in the U.S. is experiencing significant disruptions due to staffing shortages and operational challenges.
#privacy
US politics
fromFortune
1 day ago

A $10 billion 'slush fund' to pay TSA agents: Trump's latest unilateral loophole, explained | Fortune

Political power in the U.S. is constitutionally vested in Congress, but Trump's actions during the government shutdown challenge this principle.
Law
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

Lawyers alarmed by immigration judge's 'atrocious' questions for gay asylum seekers

A federal immigration judge questioned a gay Iranian asylum seeker extensively about his same-sex relationship, raising concerns about LGBTQ+ asylum claims under the Trump administration.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Pete Hegseth Accused of Blocking Promotions of a Dozen Officers Due to Race, Gender: Report

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is accused of blocking promotions of military officers based on race, gender, and political affiliations.
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

'Highway Therapy': Lawsuit Reveals Alarming Details Of NYPD's Rampant Car Culture - Streetsblog New York City

"It's sad, really," said Schwartz's lawyer John Scola. "It's just someone who's trying to do his job, and then, because he didn't basically bow down to the egos of Chell and Kaz, his whole life gets uprooted and he has to endure years of hardship, because these people essentially have a bruised ego."
NYC politics
Social justice
fromSlate Magazine
6 days ago

The Horrifying Secret of the Child Detention Center We Shared as Detainee and Warden

The Cheltenham Youth Detention Center has a troubling history of racial segregation and a lack of memorial for children who died in custody.
fromCbsnews
6 days ago

American Airlines flight from NYC diverts to Detroit Metro Airport due to "disruptive customer"

The aircraft landed safely at DTW where law enforcement and medical personnel met the flight and the customer deplaned.
Chicago
#immigration-enforcement
US politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

CA senators demand answers from DHS after ICE arrest tied to TSA data at San Francisco Airport

Senators Padilla and Schiff demand answers from DHS regarding TSA data use for immigration enforcement after an airport arrest.
fromKqed
1 week ago
SF politics

Bay Area Officials Raise Privacy Concerns After ICE Arrest at SFO | KQED

Immigration enforcement is outside TSA's responsibilities, and using TSA for this purpose is concerning.
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago
US news

'We call it the walking bus': How kids are getting to school amid ICE operations

Immigration enforcement actions have increased fear among residents in Democratic-run cities, impacting families and children significantly.
US politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

CA senators demand answers from DHS after ICE arrest tied to TSA data at San Francisco Airport

Senators Padilla and Schiff demand answers from DHS regarding TSA data use for immigration enforcement after an airport arrest.
SF politics
fromKqed
1 week ago

Bay Area Officials Raise Privacy Concerns After ICE Arrest at SFO | KQED

Immigration enforcement is outside TSA's responsibilities, and using TSA for this purpose is concerning.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

'Amateur hour at the U.S. attorney's office': L.A. prosecutors face more losses in protest cases

Prosecutors faced significant challenges in two separate trials for assault on federal officers in Los Angeles, with one case potentially dismissed due to discovery issues.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Trans activist tests bathroom ban by defying it in front of Capitol Police - LGBTQ Nation

Samantha Boucher tested Kansas' trans bathroom ban on Trans Day of Visibility, highlighting enforcement challenges and advocating for trans rights.
US politics
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 day ago

The FAA's "Temporary" Flight Restriction for Drones is a Blatant Attempt to Criminalize Filming ICE

The Trump administration's flight restriction limits the First Amendment right to record law enforcement using drones near ICE and CBP vehicles.
Social justice
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

The Overlooked Crisis Facing Immigrants With Disabilites

Gregory Javier Laguna and his brother have been detained for almost five months after being wrongfully accused of attempted theft.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog USA
6 days ago

Transit Safety For the People, By the People - Streetsblog USA

The RIDER Safety Act proposes hiring transit ambassadors to enhance safety in public transit without police involvement.
#ice-deployment
US politics
fromGothamist
1 week ago

ICE is at NYC area airports. Here's what travelers should know before they go.

ICE agents' deployment at airports raises concerns for travelers regarding their rights and risks of detention.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
1 week ago

What Exactly Are ICE Agents Doing at Airports?

ICE agents deployed to airports to assist TSA amid staffing shortages, but their specific roles remain unclear and have drawn skepticism.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
5 days ago

DACA recipient returns to U.S. after judge finds she was unlawfully deported

A federal judge allowed a Mexican woman to return to the U.S. after her unlawful deportation despite her DACA enrollment.
US news
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Ominous Surveillance "Scarecrows" Appearing Across America

Police technology, including COWs, is rapidly growing, with the law enforcement equipment market projected to reach $11.7 billion by 2025.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

ICE-Tracking Apps Have Helped People Avoid Immigration Agents. Are They Legal?

ICEBlock is an app designed to help users avoid ICE enforcement by reporting sightings in real-time.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

Who Needs TSA When You Have ICE?

Politicians struggle to address the crisis in American air travel, mail-in ballot laws may impact 2026 elections, and social media companies face new legal challenges.
US news
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

The TSA website has a warning travelers should know about right now

A government shutdown has caused TSA website outages, staff shortages of 50,000 security employees working without pay, and severe airport delays during spring break travel season.
US politics
fromABC7 Chicago
1 week ago

Senate confirms Markwayne Mullin to lead Homeland Security as TSA standoff deepens

Markwayne Mullin confirmed as Homeland Security Secretary amid immigration enforcement controversies and budget standoff.
US politics
fromFast Company
1 week ago

'Another disaster waiting to happen': Sending ICE agents into airports incites uproar as TSA wait times stretch hours long

The U.S. government shutdown has caused severe airport delays, prompting the deployment of ICE agents to assist TSA amid funding disputes.
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