2022 News Archive

South Suburban College (SSC) will host the Cook County Career Connector Hiring & Resource Fair on Tuesday, May 24, 2022 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Kindig Performing Arts Center.

Over 30 projects are slated to begin work this year
 

CHICAGO — (May 9, 2022) This week, Cook County completed its five-year, $25 million project to upgrade its telecommunications system to Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP).

CHICAGO — (May 6, 2022) Today Cook County unveiled its historic investment to support local small business resiliency and growth.

The pilot released its first-year report that discusses positive impacts on south Cook transit

More than 1,900 Chicago-area homes have been renovated through the program since its inception in 1991

Funding will add to the over $130 million in rental assistance disbursed by the County since the start of the pandemic to benefit eligible applicants who previously qualified but did not receive assistance

A new symbol and pledge launch to show Cook County is welcoming to all

County commits more than $100 million for upcoming environmental initiatives

The Cook County Board of Commissioners approved funding this week for transportation projects and initiatives led by the County’s Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH).

Highlights include accounting, financial and legislative reporting commitments for the Cook County Equity Fund and policy recommendations from the Cook County Equity Fund Taskforce

County’s Animal and Rabies Control hosts first clinic on Saturday, April 9

Government Technology Magazine this week announced Cook County Chief Information Officer (CIO) Tom Lynch was among its…

Cook County’s Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH), under the leadership of Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, is seeking input from residents on the County’s first-of-its-kind transit plan.

This global event raises awareness for climate change

Applications are now open for two programs that promote community and economic development throughout the County

The Cook County Board of Commissioners approved funding this week for transportation projects and initiatives led by the County’s Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH).

Nearly 300 submissions down to six as Board of Commissioners consider final designs for new County flag

This week, a delegation of officials from Cork County, Ireland visited Cook County to provide local updates, discuss governmental best practices and share ideas about how the two counties can collaborate.

Today, in honor of Women’s History Month, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle joined the Cook County Commission on Women’s Issues in honoring 17 women for their contributions to their communities.

The Cook County Justice Advisory Council Seeks to Award up to $65 million in grants funded by the American Rescue Plan Act

Today, the Cook County Justice Advisory Council (JAC) announced a series of virtual information sessions for the upcoming Gun Violence Prevention & Reduction Grant opportunity…

(COOK COUNTY, IL) - Today, the Office of Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and the Community and Economic Development Association of Cook County (CEDA) announced a new program to assist low-income residents with water utility bills.

The Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH) is deploying crews as a storm system moves into the region.

The Cook County Board of Commissioners approved funding this week for transportation projects and initiatives led by the County’s Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH).

Today, the Cook County Board of Commissioners confirmed Lynne Turner as Board Secretary.

Program offered by County’s Animal and Rabies Control as part of National Spay and Neuter Awareness Month

Parts of Cook County could see up to 12 inches of snow over the next day as a winter storm moves across the area starting tonight. Cold weather creates hazardous conditions for residents and their pets.

Parts of Cook County could see up to 12 inches of snow over the next day as a winter storm moves across the area starting tonight.

The Department of Transportation and Highways urges residents to keep an emergency kit in each car when driving during winter weather