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). These vital projects advance multi-modal projects throughout Cook County to improve state of good repair, operations, safety and support the regional economy.
Air quality alert in effect for Cook County through Saturday
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 two ratings upgrades make for six upgrades for the County in the last five years.
Free program has helped protect thousands of children from lead in drinking water;
enrollment remains open through July 31
COOK COUNTY, IL - LeadCare Cook County has reached a major milestone with the completion of its 300th lead service line replacement since the program’s launch in 2023. The program offers lead inspections and lead service line replacements to licensed and license-exempt child care providers in suburban Cook County at no cost to the provider.
The boom, crackle and pop of Fourth of July fireworks as well as other outdoor elements can present potential hazards for pets. To ensure pets remain safe and healthy during the weekend festivities, Cook County’s Department of Animal and Rabies Control recommends pet owners take the following precautions.
Fireworks
Cook County is opening cooling centers as heat indices over 100 are forecast for the region from today through Thursday this week.
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. The department offers the following tips for pet owners to keep in mind:
After Years of Strengthening Its Finances, Cook County Is Prepared to Address Budget Challenges
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 Program on July 20, 2026. The Cook County Board of Commissioners approved the funds earlier this year.
