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A Statement from Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle: Wednesday, April 8, 2020


I have been informed that a member of my Executive Protection Detail tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19). This member of my detail was last in the Cook County Building and in a vehicle operated by the detail on March 27.

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President Preckwinkle Announces Cook County COVID-19 Donation Initiative

COOK COUNTY — Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced today a new donation program to accept unused personal protective equipment (PPE) for first responders and medical staff.

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Forest Preserves Prepared to Monitor Conditions for Overcrowding, Close More Sites if Needed

CHICAGO  —  The Forest Preserves of Cook County remain open, but specific locations have been closed that do not allow visitors to follow social distancing and other public health guidelines for COVID-19.

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President Preckwinkle Unveils Economic Relief Package for Cook County Residents and Businesses

CHICAGO — In an effort to help businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle today announced an expansive series of measures waiving various County fines, fees and deferring tax collections.

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