2019 News Archive

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and County Commissioners recognized 17 military veterans this week for their sacrifice and service to nation under the annual Silver Star Service Banner program.

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and the Board of Commissioners today approved 13 appointments to the Complete Count Census Commissi

The Cook County Board of Commissioners approved agreements today between the County’s Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH) with local municipalities.

Today, Cook County Commissioners approved four proposals from President Toni Preckwinkle’s Bureau of Economic Development (BED) that will provide tax incentives to businesses in Cook County.

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle this week announced the American National Standards Institute – American Society of Quality National Accreditation Board (ANAB) awarded the County Medical Examiner’s Office International…

Announces commitment to no new revenue from taxpayers

Cook County Animal and Rabies Control released its 2019 low-cost rabies vaccine and microchip schedule. The first clinic is on Tuesday, June 4, from 10 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. at Brookfield Village Hall, 8820 Brookfield Ave., Brookfield.

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle today released the report from the Cook County Anti-Harassment Working Group.

This week’s storms along with severe weather forecasted in the coming days is a reminder to area residents of the kind of damage a weather event can cause.

The Cook County Medical Examiner's Office is hosting the third annual Cook County Missing Persons Day to connect those who have long-term missing loved ones with resources and experts.

Some roadways remain closed due to flooding throughout Cook County. Below is an updated list.

Road closures include:

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle today launched a pilot of a public dashboard for the Cook County Policy Roadmap: Five-year Strategic Plan for the Offices Under the President.

Due to additional heavy rainfall, the Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH) continues to close roadways and erect warning signs to alert area drivers to potential hazards. Below is an update:

The Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways is closing roadways and erecting warning signs to alert area drivers to potential hazards after days of heavy rainfall.

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

Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH) Assistant Superintendent Jennifer “Sis” Killen is the recipient of the 2019 Woman of the Year Award by the Chicago chapter of Women in Transportation Seminar (WTS) International.

More than 1,500 coyotes reside throughout Cook County and springtime means it is their mating season. Cook County’s Animal and Rabies Control reminds pet owners to be vigilant during coyote mating and whelping season.

Cook County will turn off its non-essential lights March 30 to commemorate Earth Hour and call attention to climate change. 

Cook County Commissioners today approved three proposals from President Toni Preckwinkle’s Bureau of Economic Development (BED) that will provide tax incentives to businesses in Cook County.

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle joined the Cook County Commission on Women’s Issues today in honoring 17 unsung heroines for their contributions to their communities, an annual ceremony held in recognition of Women’s History Month.…

The grant application process for Cook County’s 2019 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) programs is now underway.

Cook County Commissioners today approved four proposals from President Toni Preckwinkle’s Bureau of Economic Development (BED) that will provide tax incentives to businesses in Cook County.

Officials urge residents to be cautious of downed tree limbs and power lines

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle was joined today by officials from the Cook County Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM), Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH), Forest Preserves of…

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle today was joined by Cook County Public Defender Amy Campanelli, First Defense Legal Aid, and others to announce the filing of legislation in Springfield to address the prevalent constitutional…

The Cook County Board of Commissioners today approved two proposals from President Toni Preckwinkle’s Bureau of Economic Development (BED) that will provide tax incentives to businesses in Cook County.

The Cook County Board of Commissioners approved funding today for projects designed to boost economic development and quality of life throughout Cook County.

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced Cook County and the Forest Preserves of Cook County are stepping up the fight against climate change.

Changes to meeting days beginning next week

The Cook County Board of Commissioners is starting the New Year with a new schedule.  

Program to encourage transportation investments that support the County’s priorities, including transit, cycling and freight transportation