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President Preckwinkle Announces Latest Round of Violence Reduction and Restorative Justice Grants

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle today announced that the Justice Advisory Council will award $2.9 million in grants aimed at reducing violence and fostering restorative justice. 

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Community, Health, Public Safety and Jails

President Preckwinkle Announces Latest Round of Recidivism Reduction Grants

Recognizing  that  far  too  many  Cook  County  residents  who are released  from  jail  or  prison  return  to  detention,  Cook  County  Board  …

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Community, Health, Public Safety and Jails

Cooling Centers Open Across Cook County During Excessive Heat Watch

Temperatures throughout Cook County are expected to rise into the 90s from Saturday into Monday, with heat indices of 100 to 105 degrees.

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Community, Health, Open Data and Transparency

Cook County Experts Address Public Health Implications of Gun Violence

Today, Cook County Board of Commissioners President Toni Preckwinkle was joined by leading clinical experts to discuss gun violence as a public health issue in Cook County. 

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Community, Health, Public Safety and Jails, Technology

Redevelopment of Old Cook County Hospital Advances

The restoration and rehabilitation of Old Cook County Hospital has been turned over to a private development team with the execution of a long-term lease – a vital step in moving this highly anticipated project forward.   

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Building and Construction, Health, Housing and Property