Initial commit: ICE Watch Michigan community safety tool

- Node.js/Express backend with SQLite database
- Interactive map with real-time location tracking
- MapBox API integration for fast geocoding
- Admin panel for content moderation
- 24-hour auto-expiring reports
- Deployment scripts for Debian 12 ARM64
- Caddy reverse proxy with automatic HTTPS

README.md

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+# ICE Watch Michigan
+
+A community-driven web application for tracking ICE activity locations in Michigan. Reports automatically expire after 24 hours to maintain current information.
+
+## Features
+
+- 🗺️ **Interactive Map** - Real-time location tracking centered on Grand Rapids
+- ⚡ **Fast Geocoding** - Lightning-fast address lookup with MapBox API
+- 🔄 **Auto-Expiration** - Reports automatically removed after 24 hours
+- 👨‍💼 **Admin Panel** - Manage and moderate location reports
+- 📱 **Responsive Design** - Works on desktop and mobile devices
+- 🔒 **Privacy-Focused** - No user tracking, community safety oriented
+
+## Quick Start
+
+### Prerequisites
+- Node.js 18+ 
+- MapBox API token (free tier available)
+
+### Local Development
+
+1. **Clone the repository:**
+   ```bash
+   git clone https://github.com/yourusername/icewatch.git
+   cd icewatch
+   ```
+
+2. **Install dependencies:**
+   ```bash
+   npm install
+   ```
+
+3. **Configure environment variables:**
+   ```bash
+   cp .env.example .env
+   # Edit .env with your MapBox token
+   ```
+
+4. **Start the server:**
+   ```bash
+   npm start
+   ```
+
+5. **Visit the application:**
+   ```
+   http://localhost:3000
+   ```
+
+## Environment Variables
+
+```bash
+# Required for fast geocoding
+MAPBOX_ACCESS_TOKEN=pk.your_mapbox_token_here
+
+# Admin panel access
+ADMIN_PASSWORD=your_secure_password
+
+# Server configuration
+PORT=3000
+```
+
+## Deployment
+
+### Automated Deployment (Debian 12 ARM64)
+
+1. **Run the deployment script on your server:**
+   ```bash
+   curl -sSL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/yourusername/icewatch/main/scripts/deploy.sh | bash
+   ```
+
+2. **Deploy your application:**
+   ```bash
+   git clone https://github.com/yourusername/icewatch.git /opt/icewatch
+   cd /opt/icewatch
+   npm install
+   ```
+
+3. **Configure environment:**
+   ```bash
+   cp .env.example .env
+   nano .env  # Add your API keys
+   ```
+
+4. **Start services:**
+   ```bash
+   sudo systemctl enable icewatch
+   sudo systemctl start icewatch
+   sudo systemctl enable caddy
+   sudo systemctl start caddy
+   ```
+
+### Manual Deployment
+
+See `docs/deployment.md` for detailed manual deployment instructions.
+
+## API Endpoints
+
+- `GET /api/locations` - Get active location reports
+- `POST /api/locations` - Submit new location report
+- `GET /api/config` - Get API configuration
+- `GET /admin` - Admin panel (password protected)
+
+## Technology Stack
+
+- **Backend:** Node.js, Express.js, SQLite
+- **Frontend:** Vanilla JavaScript, Leaflet.js
+- **Geocoding:** MapBox API (with Nominatim fallback)
+- **Reverse Proxy:** Caddy (automatic HTTPS)
+- **Database:** SQLite (lightweight, serverless)
+
+## Contributing
+
+1. Fork the repository
+2. Create a feature branch
+3. Make your changes
+4. Test thoroughly
+5. Submit a pull request
+
+## Security
+
+- API keys are stored in environment variables
+- Admin routes are password protected
+- Database queries use parameterized statements
+- HTTPS enforced in production
+
+## License
+
+MIT License - see LICENSE file for details
+
+## Support
+
+This is a community safety tool. For issues or questions:
+- Create a GitHub issue
+- Check existing documentation
+- Review security guidelines
+
+---
+
+**⚠️ Safety Notice:** This tool is for community awareness. Always prioritize personal safety and know your rights.