Community News

RSS Feed

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.

READ MORE
Community

Statement from Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle on the Death of Commissioner Robert Steele

I am saddened to learn of the death today of Commissioner Robert Steele.

READ MORE
Community

Statement from Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle on Legislative Approval of Juvenile Expungement Reform

I am grateful for the bipartisan support given to our major legislative initiative this spring, reform of the process for expunging juvenile arrest records. I want to particularly thank Rep. Elaine Nekritz and Sen.

READ MORE
Community, Public Safety and Jails
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.

READ MORE
Building and Construction, Community