The boom, crackle and pop of Fourth of July fireworks as well as other outdoor elements can present potential hazards for pets this holiday weekend. To ensure pets remain safe and healthy during the weekend festivities, Cook County’s Animal and Rabies Control recommends pet owners take the following precautions.
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The Cook County Board of Commissioners approved funding this week for transportation-related projects for the County’s Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH). These vital projects boost economic development, build up regional transportation and improve the quality of life throughout Cook County.
The location, cost and scope of each project and service is listed below.
Today, the Cook County Commission on Human Rights (CCCHR), City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP), and Arise Chicago shared the increased minimum wages that will take effect in Chicago and Cook County tomorrow, July 1, 2023, and encouraged employees to check their check to ensure the increased wages are represented in their next paycheck.
Today the Cook County Board of Commissioners approved the resolution acknowledging Cook County’s 2022 National Association of Counties (NACo) Achievement Awards. Cook County was honored with 36 awards that recognize innovative, effective county government programs that strengthen services for residents.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to severely impact air quality in Cook County and the region. The County’s air quality is currently at ‘very unhealthy’ levels according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Program helps County residents save on solar installation
Cook County, in partnership with Elevate, announced today the launch of LeadCare Cook County, a program that supports a safe and healthy learning environment for children by offering free lead service line replacement to licensed, home-based child care providers in suburban Cook County. The program aims to replace over 550 lead service lines at child care facilities over the lifespan of the program.
Notes record-low hospital gap, strong position to address FY2024 budget
COOK COUNTY, IL — Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle today unveiled the preliminary forecast for the County’s Fiscal Year 2024 showing a projected gap of $85.6 million which is down significantly from the height of the pandemic and its $409.6 million gap. The $3 million projected hospital system gap represents the lowest of President Preckwinkle’s administration.
Cook County business owners and workers to be connected to business support resources and training pipelines leading to good jobs
The study includes an online survey, website and open houses to help create safer transit opportunities in Southland
