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Cook County Celebrates Completion of Healthy Homes for Healthy Families Program

Healthy Homes for Healthy Families supports suburban Cook County families by providing free safety, energy efficiency, water conservation and whole-home upgrades.

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Environmental, Health

Cook County Urges Residents to Protect Their Health During Heat and Air Quality Action Days

Air quality alert in effect for Cook County through Saturday

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Environmental

Cook County Releases First Ever Environmental Justice Policy Framework

The Cook County Department of Environment and Sustainability (DES) presented the County’s first environmental justice (EJ) policy framework to the Cook County Board of Commissioners this week.

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Environmental

Cook County Department of Environment and Sustainability Announces New Director

President Preckwinkle appoints Suzanne Malec-McKenna to lead department

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Environmental

Cook County Powers Ahead with Solar on Markham Courthouse Roof

Markham, IL -- The Cook County Bureau of Asset Management (BAM) announced today the completion of 1,346 solar panels on the roof of the Sixth Municipal District - Markham Courthouse, located at 16501 Kedzie Ave in Markham.

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Environmental