Cook County projects nearly $86M deficit in next fiscal year's budget
Cook County is projecting a nearly $86 million deficit in its budget for the next fiscal year.
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle highlights local economic boost efforts at Chicago conference
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle highlighted local efforts that are being used to boost the economy at this year's Basic Income Guarantee Conference.
Cook County officials celebrate start of Pride Month
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle joined officials on Thursday to kick off Pride Month.
Cook County increases funding to support employment for people with disabilities
The program aims to address the needs of over 520,000 Chicago-area residents who report having a disability.
Cook County introduces health care coordinators to public housing communities
Cook County has taken a proactive step in addressing the mental health concerns of its residents.
Cook County erases nearly $80M in medical debt for thousands of residents
Thousands of Cook County residents are finding surprise letters in their mailboxes announcing that their medical debt has been paid.
Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson attends last board meeting as Cook County Commissioner
"You know for the last 12 years, the last two mayors, I tried hard to work with them, I will tell you honestly that collaboration was difficult," said Preckwinkle. "I know that Brandon's going to face a lot of challenges, particularly around public safety and the financial challenges the city faces, but I'm confident he will put together the team that he needs to face those challenges. "
New affordable housing development for veterans breaks ground in Chicago Heights
A groundbreaking ceremony was held in Chicago Heights Wednesday for a new affordable housing development for veterans.
Cook County expands program to help formerly incarcerated get jobs
A new Cook County program aims to help people make the transition from jail back into the workforce.
Center for Hard to Recycle Materials to open this weekend for Cook County residents
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle joined officials Thursday to announce the grand opening of the Center for Hard to Recycle Materials.
