Dashboard designed to make critical information more accessible to policymakers, health officials and residents

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle unveiled the Medical Examiner Case Archive Dashboard today. The dashboard provides direct, transparent access to vital information about opioid-related, gun-related and temperature-related deaths.

(Cook County, IL) - Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced today that $3.6 million in Cook County Cannabis Development Grants have been awarded to 40 entrepreneurs from communities that have historically faced criminalization, incarceration and exclusion as a result of the War on Drugs. Cook County is awarding the grants to support Cannabis Social Equity License holders, helping to offset the expenses associated with opening and operating a cannabis business in Illinois.

(Cook County, IL) - The Cook County Board of Commissioners on Sept. 19 approved an amendment to the property tax incentive ordinance aimed at positioning Cook County as a leader in the growing semiconductor and microchip manufacturing industries.

Yesterday the Center for Digital Government awarded Cook County third place in the 2024 Government Experience Awards, also known as the GovX Awards. This prestigious recognition highlights Cook County's commitment to providing exceptional digital services and experiences to its residents.

The GovX Awards recognize state and local government agencies that are setting the standard for innovation and excellence in the delivery of digital services. Cook County was selected for its innovative approach to resident engagement, data transparency and user-friendly online services.

(Dixmoor, IL) - Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, along with Congresswoman Robin Kelly, representatives from Senator Duckworth’s office, the Army Corps of Engineers and the Village of Dixmoor, gathered today to announce the completion of the Dixmoor Watermain Infrastructure Improvement Project. The project addresses long-term water issues in Dixmoor, which began in 2021 after multiple main breaks resulted in the failure of the water distribution system, leaving Dixmoor without a reliable water supply. The total project cost amounted to $3,026,166.

The Cook County Bureau of Technology's Geographic Information Systems (GIS) division is proud to announce the launch of CookViewer 3.0, the latest iteration of the County's premier property information tool. This release marks a significant milestone in providing enhanced accessibility, expanded language support and enriched features for users across Cook County and beyond.

(COOK COUNTY, IL) –The award-winning Cook County Small Business Source (The Source) has launched a campaign encouraging business owners to sign up for the program’s no-cost business advising services

(COOK COUNTY, IL) – Cook County, in collaboration with Elevate, announced today the launch of the Cook County Water Affordability Program, a first-of-its-kind initiative designed to assist suburban Cook County residents struggling with their water bills.

The $11.5 million program, funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), was passed unanimously before the Cook County Board of Commissioners in May 2024. The program will provide water bill relief, residential leak repairs, and water affordability technical assistance for municipalities.

Under the leadership of Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, Cook County is set to kick off its “Community Voices” event series with the first of four community meetings this week. The first meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at 69 W. Washington, Chicago, IL 60602 (22nd Floor, Rooms G & H). Cook County residents are encouraged to attend and share their thoughts on which American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) programs should continue beyond 2026.

Under the leadership of Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, Cook County is launching a community engagement series to help determine which American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) programs to continue once funding runs out in 2026. From the week of August 1 through September 13, the County will be sharing a  community survey and holding a series of community events to gather input into its priorities.