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Applications Open for Cook County’s Free Tech Training Course for Veterans

The 11-week program helps place veterans in tech industry jobs upon completion

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Community

Cook County Participates in Operation Green Light in Support of Local Veterans

In advance of the upcoming Veterans Day holiday, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced plans to illuminate County buildings with green lights from November 6-12 as part of Operation Green Light for Veterans, a nationwide effort…

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Community

Cook County Announces Pilot Program to Provide Free Rabies Vaccines and Microchips to Pets of County Veterans and Service Members

 The one-day Vets and Pets clinic is scheduled for Saturday, July 1

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Pets and Animals

Cook County Partners with Rebuilding Together to Launch Veteran Home Repair Program

The $1.25 million program will improve at least 30 veteran-owned homes over two years

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Community

Cook County Awards $1.4 Million in Honor Grants to Nonprofits Serving Veterans

18 nonprofits awarded funding to help expand existing programming for veterans and their families

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Community