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The Housing Authority of Cook County (HACC), in collaboration with Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and Chicago Heights Mayor David Gonzalez, announced today that construction has begun on Otto Veterans Square, an affordable housing…

Second Chance Month and Road Home Shine Light on Importance of Career and Support Services for Reentry Community

Permanent recycling drop-off facility in the Southland hosts grand opening on Earth Day Saturday, April 22

Cook County United Against Hate partners with JCC Chicago to bring opportunities to learn and experience the history of restored violins that survived the Holocaust

The Simon Wiesenthal Center Digital Terror Report warns of increased online antisemitic, racist, anti-LGBTQ hate and violence against Black, immigrant and Jewish residents 

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

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

IDHS and Cook County Justice Advisory Council partner to expand Anti-Violence Programming in vulnerable communities

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

Today, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced details and demographic information regarding the participant cohort enrolled in the Cook County Promise Guaranteed Income Pilot (Promise Pilot).

Four-year initiative supports five communities to develop Climate Resiliency Plans and fund solutions

Program offered by County’s Animal and Rabies Control as part of National Spay and Neuter Awareness Month

Diakhate brings more than two decades of animal welfare experience to the County

Cook County Equity Fund Taskforce provides updates on transformative policies and programs around health, housing, infrastructure, criminal justice and economic development, among others

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

Coyote mating season lasts until late May

Applications are now open for programs that promote economic development, public services and transportation improvements throughout the County

Cook County Justice Advisory Council to Host Information Session on Funding Opportunity for Community Based Organizations

Class of 30 local nonprofit and government fellows embarks on interdisciplinary leadership development program in service of effective governance

Medical Examiner’s Office Releases Preliminary 2022 Data

Suburban Centers to Remain Operational Throughout the Holiday Weekend

The County is sharing tips and information to keep residents and pets safe

President Preckwinkle today announced a major update to the Cook County 2010-2020 Census Demographics App.

The Cook County Board of Commissioners approved funding today for transportation-related projects, maintenance-related equipment and materials for the County’s Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH).

Today, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced that the first payments to participants in the Cook County Promise Guaranteed Income Pilot

Tanya Anthony and Zahra Ali bring track records of success to their new roles

All lanes of the bridge will be closed for repairs Friday night through Sunday evening

COOK COUNTY, IL — Today, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and the Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC) announced a new round of applications for Manufacturing Reinvented,

Four-year initiative will bring up to 75 charging stations to underserved communities

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