The Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed the County’s 10,000th death due to COVID-19 infection this morning, just over a year after the virus claimed its first victim here. 

Coyote mating season lasts until late May

There have been recent sightings of coyotes around Cook County. The County’s Department of Animal and Rabies Control (ARC) reminds residents that coyote mating and whelping season lasts through May. During this time, coyotes are establishing territories and dens to whelp their pups. Until weaning, coyotes are more visible and more aggressive. ARC offers the following tips to prevent tragic encounters between coyote and cats or small dogs:

The Cook County Board of Commissioners approved funding today for transportation projects led by the County’s Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH). These are vital projects that boost economic development, build up regional transportation and improve quality of life throughout Cook County.

Intergovernmental Partnership

Last week, the Cook County Board of Commissioners approved funding for engineering services and construction activities for projects across the County led by the County’s Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH) as well as intergovernmental partnerships with several local agencies. These vital projects will boost economic development, build up regional transportation and improve quality of life throughout Cook County.

Today, Cook County Commissioners approved four proposals from President Toni Preckwinkle’s Bureau of Economic Development (BED) that will provide tax incentives to businesses in Cook County. 
 
The incentives, designed to promote economic growth, were approved in the following communities:  Bedford Park, Blue Island, Markham, South Holland

Connections and Cook County Partnership Brings Shelter, Housing, and Food to Neighbors in Need

Committee will include members from the legal community and individuals who have been directly impacted by the criminal justice system

(Cook County, IL) – Today, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced the formation of a selection committee, chaired by the Honorable Patricia M. Martin, to help identify who will serve the next term as Cook County Public Defender. The Public Defender’s current six-year term will conclude on March 31, 2021. 

Temperatures plummeted throughout the region overnight. The Cook County Department of Emergency Management and Regional Security (EMRS) reminds residents to take appropriate precautions to protect themselves and their families.

Municipalities and townships across Cook County operate warming centers for residents. Residents who do not have adequate heating in their homes are encouraged to visit a warming center to ensure they remain safe.

To Enhance Digital Access for Low-Income Families, Governor Issues Call to Action to Public/Private Sectors to Donate Used Equipment to be Refurbished for Illinois Families

The program virtually educated more than 521 residents about the benefits of solar and has commitments to install 80 solar arrays, 45 of those in Cook County.