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Statement from Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and Cook County Health & Hospitals System CEO Dr. Jay Shannon Regarding Today’s U.S. House Vote on the American Health Care Act

The impact of today’s vote by the U.S. House will be devastating.

May 4, 2017

Community, Health

Cook County Employees Volunteer Time on National Rebuilding Day

Workers provide expertise and labor to repair, update two homes in Robbins

National Rebuilding Day brought dozens of Cook County employees who volunteered their time today to help repair two homes in south suburban Robbins.

April 29, 2017

Building and Construction, Community

President Preckwinkle, Commissioners Unveil Chair to Honor and Recognize American Prisoners of War and Those Missing in Action

The chair and accompanying plaque will serve permanent reminders of those who made the ultimate sacrifice for country

April 11, 2017

Cook County Announces Pilot Sites to Help Establish Community Shared Solar Power

Initiative will broaden the reach of solar energy to residents, businesses, institutions

April 3, 2017

Community, Environmental

President Preckwinkle Hails Approval of Pilot Internship Program for Youth in High-Growth Industries; Will Launch This Summer

Cook County Commissioners today approved an agreement championed by President Toni Preckwinkle that will create a pilot program to provide paid internships in high-growth industries and a career pathway for young adults.

March 22, 2017

Community, Economic Development