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Current Seattleite, east coaster at <3

Data and graphics reporter @USATODAY.com ~ Send me tips [email protected]
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An LA organizer I trust shared this General Resource Spreadsheet with me. It includes nonofficial shelters and other resources for people affected by the LA fires.
MALAN Fire & Wind Storm Resources
docs.google.com
January 9, 2025 at 2:51 AM
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Angelinos: I’m headed to the city to help cover the #wildfires.

What stories or communities need covering?

Send me suggestions and leads.

Thanks and stay safe.
January 9, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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@usatoday.com is providing real-time and crucial coverage of the devastation in California.

Follow along here for live updates:

www.usatoday.com/story/news/n...
LA mayor says crews battling valiantly against 'historic' wildfires: Live updates
The deadly wildfires have left at least 5 dead and destroyed at least 1,000 homes, businesses and other structures.
www.usatoday.com
January 9, 2025 at 5:09 PM
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Hehe zoo on a random Wednesday
November 22, 2024 at 3:56 PM
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Here's our analysis of election votes where we highlighted the red shift and changes in voter turnout from 2020 to 2024 for @usatoday.com www.usatoday.com/story/graphi...
November 16, 2024 at 7:38 PM
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Seems like Bluesky is much busier!! I never shared this piece here, but please join me inthis investigation of closed colleges rising from the dead to live a second life online. You'll get to join me on my first college application in nearly a decade if you do: www.usatoday.com/story/news/i...
Zombie colleges? These universities are living another life online, and no one can say why
USA TODAY found at least nine colleges that closed down only to be resurrected online. Their operators are a mystery but they're taking applications.
www.usatoday.com
November 15, 2024 at 6:04 PM
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4 years ago: Because so many Jan 6 insurrectionists had military ties, Defense Secretary announces a plan to root out extremism in the military.

Today: His successor was one of 12 National Guardsmen removed from Biden's inauguration for possible extremist ties.

www.democracynow.org/2024/11/14/h...
Trump’s Pick to Lead U.S. Military Has Tattoos Linked to White Supremacists and Nazis
Concerns are mounting over Trump’s pick to lead the Pentagon, Fox News host and military veteran Pete Hegseth. CBS News reports that Hegseth was one of 12 National Guard members who were removed as gu...
www.democracynow.org
November 15, 2024 at 2:42 AM
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If you’re new to Bluesky, this is a really helpful thread that explains how to use this platform:
🦋 WELCOME TO BLUESKY! I recommend exploring our custom feeds, which are a little like hashtags but more interesting. We have them for academic and professional subjects, sports, cities, hobbies (e.g., gardening, baking), and many more. Search them in the sidebar under Feeds. 🧵
November 14, 2024 at 5:20 PM
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Making my Bluesky debut to say hey! I’m Sam, a reporter covering politics @usatoday.com from Mini-🍎. I love reading, burning things in the oven, and getting tips sent to me email ([email protected]). Follow for news content and the occasional relatable post!
November 14, 2024 at 7:01 PM
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Trying this new app out. I'm a journalist at @usatoday.com on the #health desk.

I just wrote a quick explainer on preparing for respiratory virus season, even if we're not seeing COVID-19, flu and RSV cases just yet. #vaccines #publichealth #masks www.usatoday.com/story/news/h...
Cold season tips: How to avoid catching COVID and flu during the holidays
Updated vaccines, proper hygiene and staying home when you're sick can help prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses this fall and winter.
www.usatoday.com
November 14, 2024 at 7:02 PM
Giving this a try here…

How do you celebrate Friendsgiving? Any fun traditions you’ve come up with? Working on a graphics story for @usatoday.com

Would love to hear from you! Email is [email protected] or reply below to connect 🤲🏻
#journorequest
November 14, 2024 at 8:02 PM
Hi bsky friends!

I’m Sara ~ a data and graphics reporter @usatoday.com

Excited to connect with fellow journalists, writers and creative minded people 🤝
November 14, 2024 at 7:56 PM
Hi, I’m new here 🤲🏻
November 14, 2024 at 7:41 PM