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Cook County Issues Disaster Proclamation for July 2 Storms and Flash Flooding

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle issued a disaster proclamation today for suburban Cook County in response to storms that hit the region on July 2.

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Emergency Management

Cook County Board Approves Funding to Improve Transportation Throughout Cook County

The Cook County Board of Commissioners approved funding this week for transportation-related projects for the County’s Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH).

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Transportation

Cook County Department of Animal and Rabies Control Issues Pet Safety Tips Ahead of Holiday Weekend

The boom, crackle and pop of Fourth of July fireworks as well as other outdoor elements can present potential hazards for pets this holiday weekend.

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Pets and Animals

Cook County, Chicago, Arise Chicago Share Increased Minimum Wages Effective July 1

Today, the Cook County Commission on Human Rights (CCCHR), City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP), and Arise Chicago shared the increased minimum wages that will take effect in Chicago and Cook County…

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Ordinances and Codes

Cook County Honored with Record 36 National Association of Counties Achievement Awards

Today the Cook County Board of Commissioners approved the resolution acknowledging Cook County’s 2022 National Association of Counties (NACo) Achievement Awards.

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Community