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Preckwinkle Praises Efforts to Upgrade Conditions at County Jail Complex

Department of Facilities Management takes lead in meeting compliance standardsThe Cook County Department of Facilities Management (DFM) has met its obligations under a federal court order to make substantial repairs and

July 6, 2015

Public Safety and Jails

Traditional Holiday Festivities Can Be a Frightening Time for Household Pets - Tips to ease your dog into the summer months

The upcoming Fourth of July holiday and an abundance of outdoor activities during hot-weather summer months should make dog owners take a cautionary approach to how they handle their pets.

July 2, 2015

Preckwinkle Releases FY 2016 Preliminary Budget Forecast; Cautions Difficult Fiscal Choices Ahead for County Pension Fund shortfall drives need for new revenue

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle today released the preliminary forecast for the County's Fiscal 2016 budget, cautioning that difficult financial choices will face County d

June 30, 2015

Budget and Financial

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle Statement on the Passing of Jerry Roper

I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Jerry Roper. Jerry was one of Chicago’s great civic and business leaders.

June 29, 2015

Statement from Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle on Today’s U.S. Supreme Court Ruling on Marriage Equality

Today is a proud day for our nation and an incredible victory for all those who have fought so hard for this recognition over the years.

June 26, 2015

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