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An extreme heat warning has been issued for our region this week. The Cook County Department of Animal and Rabies Control urges pet owners to take special precautions to protect the health and welfare of their pets.

COOK COUNTY, IL— Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle today announced that applications are now open for…

The Cook County Bureau of Economic Development’s Department of Planning and Development today announced the launch of a third phase of the Cook County Down Payment Assistance Pr

After Years of Strengthening Its Finances, Cook County Is Prepared to Address Budget Challenges

The Cook County Board of Commissioners approved planning, design and construction contracts today to continue the pipeline of transportation-related projects for the County’s Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH).

Dr. Ponni Arunkumar will lead the County’s Medical Examiner’s Office through 2031

Veteran financial executive brings more than 30 years of leadership experience across public, nonprofit and research institutions

Two-month delay expected on second installment bills; no-interest loans will help schools, libraries, parks, fire districts and other taxing bodies manage cash flow

COOK COUNTY, IL -- LeadCare Cook County, a program offering free lead inspections and lead service line replacements to both licensed and license-exempt child care providers in suburban Cook County is rapidly approaching its enrollment deadline…

Cook County—Today, the Commission on Human Rights issued a notice to employees regarding the Cook County Minimum Wage Ordinance (MWO).

Animal and Rabies Control hosts first clinic on Saturday, May 30

(COOK COUNTY, IL) – The Cook County Property Tax Reform Group today announced the implementation of a new unified, tax-rate calculation methodology to be jointly implemented for the 2026 Tax Year by the Cook County Assessor’s Office (CCAO) a

Job Fair Open to Residents Seeking Careers in Public Service Across Multiple Fields and Experience Levels

Disaster Loan Outreach Centers in Suburban Cook County and City of Chicago and online applications are available for Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry and Will Counties

Thirteen new projects are slated to begin work this year

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

The Cook County Board of Commissioners approved planning, design and construction contracts this week to continue the pipeline of transportation-related projects for the County’s Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH).

Justice Advisory Council to seek qualified nonprofit partners to deliver housing, case coordination and transportation services for justice-involved residents

The Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs (CCVA), in partnership with the Cook County Bureau of Technology’s Geographic Information Systems Division, launched two interactive maps today to support&nbsp…

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

The Cook County Medical Examiner's Office is hosting its sixth Cook County Missing Persons Day event to connect those who have long-term missing loved ones with resources and experts.

Cook County’s Animal and Rabies Control hosts first clinic on Saturday, April 4

Disaster Loan Outreach Centers in Suburban Cook County and City of Chicago and online applications will open on Friday, March 20 in Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry and Will Counties

The Cook County Board of Commissioners approved planning, design and construction contracts today to continue the pipeline of transportation-related projects for the County’s Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH).

COOK COUNTY, IL – At a time when the federal government is retreating from critical safety-net programs, Cook County President Toni Preckwinkle and the Board of Commissioners took a crucial step today to invest $19.9 million to strengthen food…

Nearly $100 million Touhy Avenue project will reduce congestion, improve safety and promote economic growth throughout Cook County