2026 News Archive
Joint Preliminary Damage Assessments will help determine whether storm damage meets the criteria for potential federal disaster as
Disaster Loan Outreach Centers in the County and City open through September 4
COOK COUNTY, IL—Today, officials from the Cook County property tax system announced that the 1.8 million second installment property tax bills for Tax Year 2025 are expected to be mailed to property owners on September 1, 2026, with a due date of…
Thousands of residents impacted by tornadoes and severe storms
In partnership with Undue Medical Debt, this milestone represents the most medical debt abolished by a county in the United States
Residents being asked to complete survey to compile data
Healthy Homes for Healthy Families supports suburban Cook County families by providing free safety, energy efficiency, water conservation and whole-home upgrades.
President Preckwinkle appoints Calvin Young to lead department
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
COOK COUNTY, IL — The City of Chicago and Cook County Health today released a comprehensive evaluation of the Flexible Housing Pool (FHP) of Chicago and Cook County, demonstrating that supportive
The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office (MEO) is working to reunite family members and loved ones of decedents whose remains were stored at South Chicago Chapel.
The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office was notified by Illinois and Chicago officials of decedents improperly stored at a funeral home in Chicago. MEO investigators and forensic pathologists went to the funeral home, located at 2939 E.
New initiative increases access to high-quality legal research resources
The Cook County Small Business Source (The Source) announced today its selection of
Thousands of residents impacted by severe weather including a series of tornadoes
Residents Asked to Complete Surveys to Compile Data
Invest in Cook grant program improves transit, pedestrian and bicycle paths as well as road and freight transportation across Cook County
COOK COUNTY, IL—The Cook County Bureau of Economic Development (BED) recently announced that applications are open for organizations to serve as Business Support Organizations (BSOs) with the…
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