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After federal disaster assistance was denied, Cook County allocates $15 million to help residents recover from devastating storms
No-interest loans will help schools, libraries, parks, fire districts and other taxing bodies manage cash flow
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).
Today the Cook County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution recognizing Cook County’s 2026 National Association of Counties (NACo) Achievement Awards.
Air quality alert in effect for Cook County through Saturday
U.S. Small Business Administration to Provide Cook County and City of Chicago Residents and Businesses Impacted by Severe Storms June 10-11 with Low-interest Loans
COOK COUNTY, IL— Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle today announced Fitch Ratings upgrades for Cook County’s General Obligation and Sales Tax Revenue bond ratings from AA to AA+.
The boom, crackle and pop of Fourth of July fireworks as well as other outdoor elements can present potential hazards for pets.
Free program has helped protect thousands of children from lead in drinking water;
enrollment remains open through July 31
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…
Cook County is opening cooling centers as heat indices over 100 are forecast for the region from today through Thursday this week.
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
Residents Being Asked to Complete Surveys to Compile Data
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
Today, Cook County Commission on Human Rights released the Just Housing Amendment Impact…
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