Cook County launches new mental health services
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Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced Thursday the "Building Healthy Communities" initiative.

Cook County residents will soon be eligible for $500 a month through new program

Though participants from both Chicago and the suburbs will be able to apply and participate, the majority of the participant pool will be comprised of suburban Cook County residents.

Biden in Chicago: President visits Kankakee farm to discuss Russia-Ukraine's impact on food supply

During a visit Wednesday to the Chicago area, President Joe Biden praised farmers now taking financial risks to compensate for lost wheat production due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Cook County to launch basic income program
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Thousands of financially struggling residents across the suburbs will be able to apply to take part in a guaranteed income pilot program that will be funded by $42 million in federal COVID-19 relief funds.

Guaranteed income pilot program coming for suburban Cook County residents

Thousands of financially struggling residents across the suburbs will be able to apply to take part in a guaranteed income pilot program that will be funded by $42 million in federal COVID-19 relief funds.

Illinois elected officials hold virtual summit to discuss funding opportunities

Three Illinois elected officials held a virtual summit Friday morning to share how bidders can receive funding opportunities under the American Rescue Plan.

Illinois elected officials hold virtual summit to discuss funding opportunities
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Three Illinois elected officials held a virtual summit Friday morning to share how bidders can receive funding opportunities under the American Rescue Plan.

Cook County leaders decry spike in violence against women

Violence against women has risen in recent years, prompting community leaders to call for policies and programs that protect women and children.