On January 27, 2025, the Cook County Commission on Human Rights (CCCHR) launched a public survey for individuals impacted by the criminal justice system and seeking housing in Cook County.
Individuals who meet both the following criteria are encouraged to participate:
Program offered by County’s Animal and Rabies Control as part of National Spay and Neuter Awareness Month
Pet owners can bring their dogs and cats to participating veterinarians throughout Cook County to receive up to a $40 discount on spay or neuter services February 1 - 28. The County’s Department of Animal and Rabies Control (ARC) is offering the spay and neuter program during February – Spay and Neuter Awareness Month.
Residents invited to share concerns and ideas at upcoming public events
Cook County Honored as Visionary Digital Inclusion Trailblazer for Second Consecutive Year
Applications are due by March 21 for programs that promote economic development, enhance public services and improve transportation throughout the County
Cook County Sun and Save program covers 100% of costs associated with solar installation
First town hall scheduled for Tuesday, January 21, feedback can also be provided online
Medical Examiner’s Office Releases Preliminary 2024 Data
The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office (MEO) has released preliminary statistics for cases handled in 2024. While the Office’s caseload continued to surpass pre-COVID levels, with 7,202 cases falling under its jurisdiction last year, caseloads continued to drop from the pandemic-era peak of 16,041 in 2020. Before the pandemic, the Office saw approximately 6,200 deaths in an average year.
Remediation of brownfield sites advances environmental justice, creating healthier and more sustainable communities
(Cook County, IL) — Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle today announced the inaugural recipients of the Digital Equity IMPACT Small Grants Program, a groundbreaking initiative designed to promote digital inclusion through storytelling and community engagement. A total of 15 organizations across Cook County have been awarded grants of $7,500 or $15,000, depending on the size and scope of their projects. These organizations will use the funding to amplify community voices, address digital divides and create impactful narratives that advocate for equitable digital access.
