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The heavy snow and Arctic-like weather of the past week should serve as a reminder to pet owners that special precautions should be made for health and welfare of their … Continued

The Offices Under the President will resume operations Tuesday January 7, 2014. However, the safety of our employees is paramount. Given the likelihood of extreme weather conditions continuing through the … Continued

Due to the severe winter storm, cold and hazardous travel conditions, Cook County employees under the jurisdiction of the Office of the President – except those performing essential services required … Continued

Es tiempo de hacer nuestras resoluciones. Nosotros tenemos grandes planes para el 2014, pero queremos saber de ustedes como mejorar nuestras metas para el año nuevo. Tómese unos minutos para … Continued

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It’s the time for resolutions. We’ve got some big plans for 2014, but we want to make sure we hear from you about how to shape our goals for the … Continued

A relentless snowfall that covered the Chicago area Thursday could not deter one couple from becoming Cook County’s first to get married in 2014. Ricca Rivera and Fernando Chaidez had … Continued

Happy Canoe Year! On January 1, 2014, the Forest Preserves of Cook County will host the annual New Year’s Day Canoe Paddle down the North Branch of the Chicago River. … Continued

For the first time in decades leaders from the region’s public and private economic development sectors gathered to discuss how they can work together to promote a stronger regional economy. … Continued

Cook County’s Department of Revenue was in the field this week with Philip Morris USA’s Brand Integrity Department’s canine unit.  The company has partnered with Cook County and other law … Continued