More than half a billion in debt relieved for more than half a million residents in first-of-its-kind, ongoing partnership with Undue Medical Debt

June 6 clinic open to all Cook County residents

The Cook County Department of Animal and Rabies Control (ARC) is hosting a free microchip clinic for cats and dogs. A microchip can make it easier to reunite owners with their pet if the pet is lost. 

Cook County Government will host a Cook County Job Fair on Thursday, June 26, 2025 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Isadore and Sadie Dorin Forum at the University of Illinois-Chicago.

In light of recent layoffs in the federal government, Cook County especially wants to support former and current federal employees who seek opportunities in local government. The Cook County Job Fair promotes a more inclusive economy by connecting County residents to quality jobs and connecting County employers to a skilled and diverse talent pool.

Cook County—Today, the Commission on Human Rights (the Commission”) issued a notice to employees regarding the Cook County Minimum Wage Ordinance (“MWO”). 

Effective July 1, 2025, the Cook County minimum wage will remain $15.00 for non-tipped workers and $9.00 for tipped workers.

Today, the National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA) named Kyla Williams Tate, Digital Equity Director for Cook County Government, as a 2025 Digital Equity Champion.

Facility will serve as permanent drop-off location in the south suburbs

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

Those whose friend or family member has been missing longer than one month will be able to file a missing persons report, submit DNA samples, medical records, pictures and other records to aid in the search. Emotional support services will also be available to families.

President Preckwinkle, along with First District Commissioner Tara Stamps and Maywood Mayor Nathaniel Booker, toured two homes in west suburban Maywood renovated and repaired by volunteers from Cook County and other firms and companies. In partnership with Rebuilding Together Metro Chicago, skilled tradespeople lend their craftsmanship and expertise to assist elderly, disabled and low-income residents and allow them to stay in their home and live safely and independently. This is the 34^th year Cook County has participated in this initiative.

Cook County’s reentry housing and employment programs continue accepting new participants

This month, the Cook County Board of Commissioners passed a resolution designating April as Second Chance Month in Cook County. The resolution, sponsored by Cook County Commissioner Michael Scott, highlights the barriers faced by residents returning home from incarceration and calls for collaboration to promote successful reentry in Cook County.

County to provide $1,000 payments to residents hit hardest while long-term reform efforts continue

(Cook County, IL) — The Cook County Board of Commissioners today approved a resolution establishing the eligibility criteria for the Cook County Homeowner Relief Fund, which is a $15 million program to assist homeowners who have experienced a substantial increase on their property tax bills in recent years.