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President Preckwinkle Delivers Remarks at Annual Event Honoring Vietnam-Era Military Veterans

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle recognized hundreds of Vietnam War-era veterans for their sacrifice and service to nation as part of the national Vietnam War Commemoration program.

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Statement from Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle on Violent Attack in Charlottesville

What we have seen on display in Charlottesville is the kind of raw hatred, racism and xenophobia that has no business in our nation. Denunciation of this behavior cannot be strong enough and cannot be ambivalent.

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Archdiocese of Chicago and Cook County Officials Unveil Graveside Monument for Cook County’s Indigents, Unknowns and Unborn

The Archdiocese of Chicago and Cook County officials today unveiled a black granite monument that will mark the gravesites of the indigent, unidentified and unborn during a committal service at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 2755 W 111th St.

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Dane County, Cook County Partner on Commitment to Confront Climate Change

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced today a partnership with leaders from Dane County, Wisconsin to join “We Are Still In,” a coalition of governmental and institutional leaders dedicated…

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Statement by Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle on County Clerk David Orr’s Announcement That He Will Not Seek Re-Election

I was surprised to learn today of County Clerk David Orr’s decision to not seek re-election. David has been a dedicated public servant for decades, both in the Chicago City Council and for the residents of Cook County.

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