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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 9h

I'm not afraid. Come and get me, Donald.

I will stand up for the law and the Constitution. That’s what we do in the State of Illinois.

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 3h

Trump is stooping so low that he’s gutting the federal Office of Special Education.

Attacking students with disabilities is wrong. Every child in America deserves a fair shot at success.

Amid shutdown, Trump administration guts department overseeing special education

Multiple sources tell NPR that as part of the Trump administration's latest reduction-in-force, the U.S. Department of Education has gutted the office that handles special education.

www.npr.org

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 23h

Vaccines are safe and effective.

Autism isn't caused by vaccines, and autistic people and their families deserve our support.

When you want information, ask your doctor.

It's more important than ever for all of us to speak plainly, truthfully, and directly about public health.

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Gary Schwall Sr. @glschwall.bsky.social · 1d

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Simon's Cat @simonscatofficial.bsky.social · 12h

Has your cat approved your date?! 💗🥰

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 2d

From the federal court to the Nobel Prize Committee, everyone agrees that Donald Trump and his administration lack integrity and credibility.

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 3d

Texas is preparing emergency resources for wildfires and floods. The Texas National Guard should be THERE — not in Illinois.

We stand ready to support their return home so they are best positioned for helping Texans respond to any natural disasters.

Abbott activates emergency resources ahead of growing wildfire threat, flood risk in Texas

With expected growing wildfire danger across Texas and the potential for a flood risk this weekend, Gov. Greg Abbott is activating more state emergency response resources Friday.

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 3d

Welcome to Illinois, NANO Nuclear!

Helping grow our clean energy economy, their more than $12M investment in our state will create new jobs for hardworking Illinoisans and promote innovative strides in the sector.

Governor Pritzker Announces NANO Nuclear Energy to Establish Operations in Illinois - NANO Nuclear Energy

NANO Nuclear Energy to receive REV Illinois incentive award of $6.8M

nanonuclearenergy.com

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 3d

On National Coming Out Day, know that I will always be an ally to you — no matter where you are on your journey.

I know that times may be scary, but you are seen, safe, supported, and loved here in Illinois.

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 4d

Reporting live from Chicago, there’s no “hellscape” I’d rather be in.

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The Avid Indoorsmen Podcast @theavidindoorsmen.bsky.social · 5d

Our episode on Ridley Scott’s The Martian is out now! Such a fun movie and worth a rewatch if you haven’t seen it in a while. Prep for the next Andy Weir novel turning into a movie, Project Hail Mary, that comes out next year. #TheMartian #NewEpisode #Photoshop

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 6d

We must all stand up and speak out.

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Kat Hartness @kathartness.bsky.social · 7d

Body cam footage suggests DHS 'lied to cover' for ICE agent who shot woman: podcaster

www.rawstory.com/body-cam-foo...

Body cam footage suggests DHS 'lied to cover' for ICE agent who shot woman: podcaster

An account given in court by the attorney of a woman who was shot several times by a Border Patrol agent “really makes it sounds like” the agent “tried to murder an anti-ICE protester in Chicago and D...

www.rawstory.com

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Carla May @carlamaytn.bsky.social · 8d

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Portland’s weekend of ICE protests: Tear gas, National Guard restraining orders and false claims of a city burning to the ground

An unprecedented weekend put Portland at the center of national headlines, as President Trump continued his push to deploy National Guard members into the city over the objections of city and state el...

www.opb.org

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marciag9848.bsky.social @marciag9848.bsky.social · 8d

I absolutely love when Home Free introduces me to new talent. It was my pleasure to be able to attend one of those Into the Deep shows. 😍

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Simon's Cat @simonscatofficial.bsky.social · 8d

playing with fire

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 9d

Donald Trump and Kristi Noem are using every lever to provoke our communities and incite chaos.

If Trump and Noem wanted to help Illinoisans, they would work with us — not against us — to protect public safety.

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Stormfeather @stormfeather.bsky.social · 9d

Man, just got done watching the livestream from @homefreeguys.bsky.social and @thelongestjohns.bsky.social for the Into the Deep tour and it was absolutely *phenomenal*. I think you can still buy it at homefreemusic.com/products/int... and watch for 48 hours, definitely recommended.

Home Free + The Longest Johns + Seán Dagher - Live Today | Home Free Music

The Into The Deep Tour is coming to a close. Grab your livestream passes right now and enjoy it from the comfort of your home.

homefreemusic.com

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Mandy Patrish @mandypatrish.bsky.social · 9d

One of the best Sunday evenings I've had in a while. Brilliant music and great fun. Highly recommended.

Stormfeather @stormfeather.bsky.social · 9d

Man, just got done watching the livestream from @homefreeguys.bsky.social and @thelongestjohns.bsky.social for the Into the Deep tour and it was absolutely *phenomenal*. I think you can still buy it at homefreemusic.com/products/int... and watch for 48 hours, definitely recommended.

Home Free + The Longest Johns + Seán Dagher - Live Today | Home Free Music

The Into The Deep Tour is coming to a close. Grab your livestream passes right now and enjoy it from the comfort of your home.

homefreemusic.com

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 9d

My message to Kristi Noem is clear: Get out of Chicago.

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MeidasTouch @meidastouch.com · 10d

BREAKING: A federal judge has temporarily blocked Trump from deploying the National Guard in Portland, ruling he overstepped his authority and violated state sovereignty. The court said Trump’s move lacked any “colorable basis” and was not justified by conditions on the ground.

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Mandy Patrish @mandypatrish.bsky.social · 11d

Missed the premieres? Don't miss the @homefreeguys.bsky.social / @thelongestjohns.bsky.social livestreamed 'Into The Deep' concert on Sunday. Details: Home Free Tickets - HomeFreeMusic.com - Into the Deep Livestream - Sun, Oct 5 2025 | Seated share.google/vCeY2CT3UMlB...

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marciag9848.bsky.social @marciag9848.bsky.social · 11d

We get better coverage that way.

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marciag9848.bsky.social @marciag9848.bsky.social · 11d

The latest video from @homefreeguys.bsky.social featuring @thelongestjohns.bsky.social is “Challenge the Sea” from their album of the same name written by @theadamchance.bsky.social and @houndfoxmusic.bsky.social appropriate for spooky season.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ppLH...

Home Free - Challenge The Sea (feat. The Longest Johns)

YouTube video by Home Free

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The Longest Johns @thelongestjohns.bsky.social · 12d

Got something special for you tomorrow...
FIRST at 6pm BST it's the premiere of Fiddler's Green, a fitting farewell to the Pieces of Eight project.
Then just FIFTEEN MINUTES after, you can catch us with Home Free when they drop Challenge the Sea over on their channel!
youtu.be/cJr5rA0x2s8

Thumbnail for the Fiddlers Green music video, showing some gnarled, rotted wood from the wrecked hull of an old ship. In the middle is what appears to be a porthole.

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