Cook County officials have announced the launch of the Homeowner Relief Fund, a $15 million program designed to help homeowners facing significant property tax increases.
Cook County officials, together with federal, state, and local partners, have begun construction on a $36.7 million roadway project along the Franklin Avenue/Green Street corridor in the Villages of Franklin Park and Bensenville.
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle has announced the launch of the Catalyst Grant, a new program aimed at supporting established businesses in select industries within Cook County.
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle has appointed Alexander Joves as the new executive director of the Department of Emergency Management and Regional Security (EMRS).
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle has announced the launch of Cook County CannaBiz Pathways, a free program designed to support entrepreneurs in the cannabis industry.
Cook County officials are urging residents to prioritize safety as several large-scale events are scheduled throughout Chicago and suburban areas this weekend and into next week.
Cook County will observe Digital Inclusion Week from October 6 to 10, 2025, joining other communities in efforts to expand digital access and literacy.
Cook County has launched a new Digital Equity website, digitalequity.cookcountyil.gov, aimed at connecting residents and organizations with resources and initiatives that support equitable access to technology throughout the county.
Over 30 nonprofit organizations have joined the Cook County Small Business Source as referral partners for 2025, according to an announcement from the program.
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle has issued a disaster proclamation in response to storms and flooding that affected the area from August 16 to August 19, 2025.
Cook County will hold a series of free clinics offering rabies and distemper vaccines, as well as microchipping, for dogs owned by military veterans and current service members.
The Cook County Bureau of Asset Management has completed the installation of 1,346 solar panels on the roof of the Sixth Municipal District - Markham Courthouse at 16501 Kedzie Ave in Markham.
The Cook County Department of Emergency Management and Regional Security (EMRS) is asking residents affected by severe storms and flash flooding between August 16 and August 19, 2025, to submit a damage assessment survey.
Cook County has announced the launch of its first Bookmark Design Contest as part of Project Rainbow, a free initiative aimed at supporting early childhood education.
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced that $8.27 million will be distributed through the 2025 Invest in Cook grant program to fund transportation projects across the county.
City of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle have issued disaster proclamations in response to the flooding that affected the region from July 25 to July 28, 2025.
Cook County is organizing the Pathways to Cook County Summit, an event aimed at increasing procurement opportunities and strengthening connections with small businesses.
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle has announced that 14 nonprofit organizations will receive grants through the Cook County Arts Creative Placemaking program.
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