I *love* projects like this. A rehab of a gorgeous old New England school building, converted to senior affordable housing. Right in the center of town, ~1 mile from a train that goes into Boston. Includes a handful of live/work art studios. Pursuing #LEED certification. www.livebeverlyvillage.com

I *love* projects like this. A rehab of a gorgeous old New England school building, converted to senior affordable housing. Right in the center of town, ~1 mile from a train that goes into Boston. Includes a handful of live/work art studios. Pursuing #LEED certification. www.livebeverlyvillage.com

You know what’s worse than tanking in the NBA? Having to listen to NBA media talk about tanking constantly. Normal fans don’t have to watch all the games & there are too many games anyway. Tanking isn’t great but it’s ok. @zachlowenba.bsky.social @fredkatz.bsky.social @howardbeck.bsky.social

Please watch this youtu.be/jOR4wuiPeEQ?...

Important information re: Mahan's run for Governor: - chose a conservative Republican (Rafizadeh) as his campaign manager - has received massive contributions from MAGA types, including Palantir co-founder Joe Lonsdale - opposes billionaire tax and (surprise) gets hugs donations from billionaires

San Jose Mayor @mattmahansj.bsky.social has bristled at being labeled right-leaning while stressing he’s a lifelong Democrat. His hiring of a self-described conservative to run his California governor campaign could fuel fresh skepticism.

US Olympic Curling Team member speaks out against ICE: "I'm proud to represent Team USA. But we'd be remiss if we didn't mention what's going on in Minnesota and what a tough time it's been. What's happening is wrong. There's no shades of gray."

Instructions on building your own CR box. These are also useful for COVID mitigation and wildfire smoke. corsirosenthalfoundation.org/instructions/

Can we *please* start ticketing Uber Eats drivers that just double park any damn where?

Unfortunately, Sportscasting has made the decision to close down their NBA department, which means my time working with them has come to an end. That said, I will be looking for an outlet willing to hire an NBA writer full-time/part-time. You won't regret having me on, I promise you that.

We found that Jeff Bezos paid *zero* taxes in 2007 and 2011. In fact, he reported making so little in 2011 that he even claimed and received a $4,000 tax credit for his children. This is how he did it (published 2021):

Bawling my eyes out at this. THIS is why we need art and culture. THIS is why language and literacy is so important. It’s all there, to be gleaned. As he says, 400 years ago! Twas ever thus.

I'm hiring! Come work with me as an Energy Policy Analyst at Gridworks, supporting our work to build a stronger, more equitable, more reliable energy grid in the Western U.S. This role is remote and open to folks living in MT, WY, ID, UT, AZ, or NV. Details below. gridworks.org/wp-content/u...

Given the WaPo news today, I'll once again strongly recommend folks subscribe / donate to nonprofit news outfits, especially locals. We support @sanjosespotlight.com and @propublica.org, among others.

Highlighting the speaker who stood in front of the Surprise mayor and told him to consider what the Mayor of Ohrdruf must’ve thought before he died by suicide: “He might have thought ‘how is this my fault I had no jurisdiction over this’ maybe he said ‘this site was not subject to local zoning.’”

BART sees big wins in 2025. Crime dropped 41% overall, with violent crime down 31% and property crime down 43%, while ridership rose nearly 10% to 5M more trips. richmondstandard.com/community/20...

West coast (Seattle, LA, SF) project manager position in sustainable buildings at JLL #greenjobs

This is a lot of talk that misses the central point. The proposed wealth tax in California is not about fixing the budget. It’s about creating a trial balloon for taxing enormous wealth. If we can do it, it’ll prove it’s possible. Then we can move to fine-tune it and expand it to other states.

This is a lot of talk that misses the central point. The proposed wealth tax in California is not about fixing the budget. It’s about creating a trial balloon for taxing enormous wealth. If we can do it, it’ll prove it’s possible. Then we can move to fine-tune it and expand it to other states.

Hello friends in national sports media! Happy Super Bowl week. If this is your first time back in San Francisco and you're looking for the best eats in town, I recommend checking out our incredible food team's coverage here at @sfstandard 👇 sfstandard.com/2026/01/19/c...

San Jose wants to make it easier to convert its underused office buildings into housing with new financial incentives.

Come join my team! I'm hiring a Housing Director to support implementation of pro-housing policies by state & local govts (zoning reform, streamlined development process). Looking for someone with substantial local/state govt experience in housing & land use. www.arnoldventures.org/careers/dire...

I’m finally back on TikTok!!! The real OGs will remember how I figured out this transit hack 😂 www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8mtsjcc/

I really wish we could draft @buffywicks.bsky.social to run for Governor. She has the right priorities and is good at asking smart questions and working toward actual solutions. So refreshing. Recommend this thread on #housing in CA.

Some good news re ICE at the Super Bowl. This suggests the needle continue to move. More Americans are finally waking up.

A powerful video breakdown of how ICE is using battlefield technology that is completely unnecessary for them to execute their stated mission. Clearly wannabes, cosplaying as military professionals.

What in the world has this guy accomplished that makes him think he should run for governor? No thanks.

One of my main talking points when I call my federal representatives from CA is that I hold them accountable for how *all* the Democrats vote. It's time for leadership and they need to use any/all bargaining tactics to get results. @lofgren.house.gov @padilla.senate.gov @schiff.senate.gov

all the reporting about trump backing down and changing course defies every single thing the man has ever done. he fired bovino because he's the type of natural-born loser trump doesn't respect. abolish ice.

One of my main talking points when I call my federal representatives from CA is that I hold them accountable for how *all* the Democrats vote. It's time for leadership and they need to use any/all bargaining tactics to get results. @lofgren.house.gov @padilla.senate.gov @schiff.senate.gov

I am looking for a PhD student in energy economics starting in the fall, focusing on household-level energy use and energy poverty. More info: jobs.helsinki.fi/job/Helsinki...

From OSV News:

Specifically, I would remind Secretary Noem and every ICE official that there is a 5 year statute of limitations for criminal indictment under federal law. 4/4

Watching what is happening right now in MN (and elsewhere in USA) is frustrating, depressing, enraging, all of it. Especially as an American citizen living outside the country. What I do have though (thankfully) is financial resources. So if you are in same boat, join me in donating? Links 👇

My niece is working as a therapist in Minneapolis and she put together a link tree called Therapists Care to share guidance (e.g. safety plans, how to host a whistle party), resources (know your rights), and info about organizations and efforts to counter ICE Share & stay safe out there

The @startribune.com continues to provide excellent reporting from MN. As I mentioned yesterday: there is currently a subscription deal at the Star Tribune - 1 year for $65. We all should continue to support good journalism.

The seven Democrats who voted in favor of funding DHS were: - Henry Cuellar, Texas - Vicente Gonzalez, Texas - Jared Golden, Maine - Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, WA - Don Davis, North Carolina - Laura Gillen, New York - Tom Suozzi, New York Have at ‘em

The Assembly is hiring for a housing policy consultant! These people can have a huge effect on housing legislation.

Setting aside the outrage, a friendly reminder: support @propublica.org. With money.

This wasn't aired, but it's pretty good.

The @startribune.com has this image on the front page of their website. This is real. Also: there is currently a subscription deal at the Star Tribune - 1 year for $65. We should continue to support good journalism.

Really interesting opportunity at a great company.

"Why I stopped eating meat 30 years ago, in one tidy chart." also, I love a chickpea

Quick reminder: if you want @lofgren.house.gov to vote to put a leash on ICE and decrease DHS funding, here are her #s: San Jose: (408)271-8700 DC: (202)225-3072 Salinas: (831)837-6000

Democrats: shut it down

“VTA leaders next week will open the doors to their first new public transit-oriented apartment complex in 20 years… next to the Tamien light rail station. Complete with a child care center & improved transit plaza, the complex will offer 135 affordable apartments ~10 blocks from downtown San Jose.”

A reminder of what has always defined America. Reading it chokes me up. “Give me your tired, your poor, Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, The wretched refuse of your teeming shore. Send these, the homeless, tempest-tost to me, I lift my lamp beside the golden door!"

The ‘Affordable HOMES Act’ eliminates standards that would save low-income families $177-$475/year in energy costs. Who benefits from making housing less efficient? Not the people who need help most. #EnergyEfficiency #HousingPolicy #EnergyPoverty#ClimateEquity open.substack.com/pub/paulinaj...

Today's advice to any young people getting into the professional workforce: don't be afraid to just pick up the phone and call someone if you have questions or need to work something out.

Newsletter from San Jose councilmember @anthonytordillos.bsky.social is full of good things: 1) ICE-free zones policy restricts use of various city spaces by ICE 2) traffic cam pilot program to catch red light runners 3) news re SJ’s Rapid Response Network & strong words condemning ICE actions