President Preckwinkle toured two homes in south suburban Chicago Heights renovated and repaired by Cook County employees along with local firms and trades as part of “Rebuilding Together,” an annual initiative designed to assist elderly, disabled and low-income residents.

It was the County’s 30th consecutive year of participation in the event, which also included grocery and safe banking kit deliveries to homes as well as other community service projects.

 The awards honor innovative county government programs that modernize services for residents

The National Association of Counties (NACo) honored Cook County with 17 Achievement Awards. The 2021 NACo awards centered around two key elements including how projects advance equity where applicable and clear metrics that showcase the outcome of the project.

Coyote mating and whelping season is coming to a close, but coyotes could still be more visible and aggressive while they wean new pups. The Cook County Department of Animal and Rabies Control (ARC) is reminding residents to keep their pets safe from coyote encounters by offering the following tips:

Fair Transit is a three-year pilot project in partnership with the region’s transit agencies

The Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH) Fair Transit South Cook project is the recipient of the 2021 Innovative Transportation Solutions award by the Chicago chapter of Women in Transportation Seminar (WTS) International. The project was recognized at a virtual awards ceremony Thursday evening.

The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office today confirmed 15 gun-related homicides across the County. All the homicides took place May 31.

The Office conducted 35 autopsies today – that’s 15 – 20 more than are usually performed in one day. Three additional forensic pathologists were called in, in order to handle the increased caseload. There are usually five forensic pathologists scheduled daily.

Highlights include operational achievements and future initiatives

Grant one of ten awards totaling more than $400,000
supporting law enforcement and nonprofits

The Cook County Board of Commissioners confirmed President Preckwinkle’s appointment of Jennifer “Sis” Killen to superintendent of the County’s Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH) this week. She will serve as DoTH’s first female superintendent in the department’s 108-year history.

The Cook County Board of Commissioners approved funding this week to further 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 Partnerships