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Cook County Announces Two Separate Development Initiatives to Advance Innovation, Housing, and Economic Growth

Cook County, IL - This month, Cook County announced two distinct real estate initiatives aimed at transforming underutilized County-owned land into new centers of innovation, affordable housing, and long-term community investment.

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Building and Construction

Cook County to Host 4th Annual “Pathways to Cook County” Summit to Advance Procurement Opportunities and Engage Small Businesses

COOK COUNTY, IL— Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle has announced the 4th annual Pathways to Cook County Summit, a dynamic and collaborative event that fosters inclusivity and transparency in doing

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Building and Construction, Contractor and Vendor Resources, Economic Development

Cook County Launches First EV Charging Site at Cicero Public Library Through ARPA-Funded Program

CICERO, IL — Today, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced the completion of the first electric vehicle (EV) charging installation through Cook County’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)–funded EV Charging I

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Building and Construction, Environmental

Cook County Expands Solar Energy with Largest On-Site Installation at Skokie Courthouse

Skokie, IL —Today, President Toni Preckwinkle was joined by County officials and representatives from Ameresco Inc to announce the completion of new on-site solar installations at the Skoki

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Building and Construction, Environmental

Cook County Courthouse Warming Centers Open Amid Extreme Wind Chills

Cook County will experience extreme cold weather for several days starting Saturday evening. The National Weather Service has advised that wind chills will make it feel as cold as -10°F over the next several days. 

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Building and Construction