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Out of an abundance of caution, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle today issued two executive orders related to the current COVID-19 virus pandemic and County operations.

Building on its coordinated and collaborative approach to the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle today signed a disaster proclamation, a proactive measure giving County officials another operational tool in…

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

COOK COUNTY-- The Cook County Board of Commissioners approved agreements and funding for projects spearheaded by  the County’s Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH) with local municipalities.

Joined by members of the community, the Interfaith Housing Development Corporation and other County officials (the Bureau of Economic Development, the Housing Authority of Cook County, the Cook County Land Bank Authority, and the Justice Advisory…

On Monday morning, Cook County Animal and Rabies Control warden John Haralamos received a call from authorities of a dog found in a trash bag on the side of the road in Willow Springs.

CHICAGO—Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle’s office has published the latest annual report for Offices Under the President, Cook County at a Glance 2019.

Cook County officials announced a partnership with Metra today unveiling “2020 Cook County Census Trains” on the Rock Island and Metra Electric lines.

The Cook County Department of Budget & Management Services (DBMS) on Thursday announced the online release of the …

CHICAGO —Cook County, the City of Chicago and State of Illinois governments as well as representatives from sister agencies gathered on Friday, January 31 at Harold Washington College to learn and discuss how government can advanc

CHICAGO — Today, the Cook County Board of Commissioners approved five proposals from President Toni Preckwinkle’s Bureau of Economic Development (BED) that will provide tax incentives to businesses in Cook Co

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

More than 1,500 coyotes reside throughout Cook County. While they are very unlikely to attack humans, it is important to take precautions to ensure the safety of residents and their pets.

Cook County’s Department of Emergency Management and Regional Security offers tips to residents during today’s high wind warning.

Cook County Commissioners today approved seven 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 intergovernmental agreements (IGAs) today for Invest in Cook projects between the County’s Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH) and local municipalities.

CHICAGO — The Cook County Board of Commissioners today approved a balanced and equitable $6.2 billion FY 2020 budget aimed at advancing Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle’s work on criminal justice reform, public health, infrastructure…

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced that the Board of Commissioners approved $58.5 million in funding today for a major road rehabilitation project in the Villages of Wheeling and Buffalo Grove.

New initiative to grow economy in south suburbs and promote large-scale investments

With potentially accumulating snowfall followed by the season’s coldest temperatures, Cook County’s Animal and Rabies Control offers the following tips to keep pets safe and healthy during the winter months.

Accumulating snowfall is expected for the Monday morning commute.

Temperatures could drop to record lows in the coming days. The Cook County Department of Emergency Management and Regional Security (EMRS) reminds residents to take appropriate precautions to protect themselves and their families.

With potentially accumulating snowfall followed by the season’s coldest temperatures, Cook County’s Animal and Rabies Control offers the following tips to keep pets safe and healthy during the winter months.

Accumulating snowfall is expected for the Monday morning commute.

Temperatures could drop to record lows in the coming days. The Cook County Department of Emergency Management and Regional Security (EMRS) reminds residents to take appropriate precautions to protect themselves and their families.

Cook County Animal and Rabies Control (CCARC) is now accepting applications for its Housing Cook County’s Animals grant program.

Cook County's Animal and Rabies Control today released an interactive map of locations where rabid bats were found in Cook County this year.

New name reflects mission and service to Cook County residents and region

Last week, the Cook County Board of Commissioners approved agreements between the County’s Department of Transportation and Highways with local municipalities.

Commissioner Bridget Gainer hosts round-table discussion on addressing the unique healthcare concerns for the LGBTQ Community