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January 12, 2025 at 2:31 PM

Week in Review: Cook County Receives $950,000 EPA Grant for Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced that the County’s Department of Environment and Sustainability (DES) has received $950,000 from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to supplement its existing Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund (Brownfield RLF). Stay Connected All Week…

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January 5, 2025 at 2:30 PM

Week in Review: Happy New Year, Cook County!

May 2025 bring health and happiness to you and your loved ones. 🎉 Stay Connected All Week Long Originally published by Citizen Newspaper by Tia Carol Jones | December 25, 2024 Children and their families were able to receive gifts and celebrate the holidays at Chr…

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December 29, 2024 at 2:30 PM

Week in Review: Happy Holidays from Cook County!

Happy holidays from Cook County! I hope this festive season brings joy, love, and warmth to you and your loved ones. Stay Connected All Week Long When temperatures in Cook County are expected to dip to unsafe levels, the County's Department of Emergency…

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December 22, 2024 at 2:30 PM

Week in Review: Provident Hospital Receives the Top Hospital Award for Outstanding Quality and Safety

We are pleased to announce that Provident Hospital has been named one of the Best General Hospitals of 2024 by The Leapfrog Group This recognition rewards hospitals for their excellence in high quality of patient care and safety nationwide. We are also working alongside our partners to build robus…

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December 20, 2024 at 4:05 PM

Continuing the Fight in 2025

Dear John, Thank you for your tremendous support this year. As we all know, the results of the presidential election were not what we were hoping for, but I am tremendously proud of the work we did together. The historic DNC in August highlighted our great city. Through our work with Operation Swing…

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December 15, 2024 at 2:31 PM

Week in Review: $5 Million Investment in Making Illinois the Capital of Quantum

Cook County is proud of our contributions to help make Illinois the capital of the quantum industry. Through our $5 million direct investment in the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park on Chicago’s South Side, we are doing our part to support this transformative development. We are also wor…

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December 8, 2024 at 2:30 PM

Week in Review: Cook County reaches greenhouse gas goal seven years early

County has reached its goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions in county-owned buildings by 45% seven years ahead of its initial timeline, officials announced. As of 2023, the county had achieved a 49% reduction in such emissions, officials said. “I’m extremely proud of the hard work of my staff…

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December 1, 2024 at 2:30 PM

Week in Review: President Preckwinkle, Elected Officials Celebrate Groundbreaking of $28.6 Million Project at I-294 and 88th/Cork Interchange

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, along with federal, state and local officials, celebrated the groundbreaking for a major roadway and bridge improvement project at I-294 on 88th/Cork Avenue in the Village of Justice. Stay Connected All Week Long Originall…

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November 24, 2024 at 2:30 PM

Week in Review: Cook County Budget Passes Without Property Tax or Fee Increases

Stay Connected All Week Long Originally Published on Chicago Tribune by A.D. Quig | Nov 21, 2024 President Toni Preckwinkle’s 2025 budget soared through the Cook County Board Thursday with only minor tweaks that boost grant funding for abortion organizations, set aside …

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November 17, 2024 at 2:30 PM

Week in Review: Cook County Launches Municipal Recycling Grant Program Providing $1 Million to the Villages of Posen, Phoenix and Dixmoor

Today, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced the creation of the Cook County Municipal Recycling Grant Program and its first recipients, the south suburban Villages of Posen, Phoenix and Dixmoor. The program was created by the County’s Department of Environment and Sustainability …

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November 10, 2024 at 2:30 PM

Week in Review: Cook County Partners with South Suburban Humane Society for No-Cost Adoptions and Free Large Dog Spay/Neuter Services

Cook County’s Department of Animal and Rabies Control (ARC) has partnered with South Suburban Humane Society (SSHS) to launch the Paw-Some Pets Project, which provides fee waived dog and cat adoptions as well as free large dog spay and neuter services. The initiative begins today and is available …

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November 4, 2024 at 7:01 PM

Democracy

Vote. Volunteer. Donate.Dear John, Good afternoon- this is Toni Preckwinkle.I always tell people in a democracy your first obligation is to vote. Necessary but not sufficient.Operation Swing State needs your help! Get on the Bus to Get Out the Vote! Click here to RSVP for our Buses to Michigan Clic…

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November 3, 2024 at 2:30 PM

Week in Review: All hands-on deck to win this Presidential election. Over 6,000 volunteers are traveling to Michigan and Wisconsin with Operation Swing State.

Kamala Harris believes Americans can achieve anything when given a fair chance. We must rally behind her to defeat Trump. Together we can chart a new way forward where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Stay Connected All Week Long Today, the Cook County…

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October 30, 2024 at 6:00 PM

I'm asking for your help

2 ways to help before Election DayDear John,Good afternoon, this is Toni Preckwinkle asking for your help this Saturday! We need all hands-on deck to win this Presidential election. This is our final Saturday of traveling to Michigan with Operation Swing State. Our neighbors in Michigan need our hel…

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October 27, 2024 at 1:30 PM

Week in Review: Leadcare Cook County Marks 100th Lead Service Line Replacement

The LeadCare Cook County program recently completed its 100th lead service line replacement, furthering efforts to ensure safer drinking water for children in suburban Cook County. Stay Connected All Week Long Originally published on West Suburban Journal by Kate D’Av…

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October 20, 2024 at 1:30 PM

Week in Review: Stroger Hospital’s ION Robotic Bronchoscopy platform for Early Lung Cancer Detection

Excited to join Cook County Health for the launch of Stroger Hospital’s ION Robotic Bronchoscopy platform! This cutting-edge tech helps detect lung cancer earlier, improving outcomes for patients. Proud to bring innovation to Cook County healthcare. Stay Connected All Week Long …

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October 15, 2024 at 8:14 PM

Join Cook County Dems & Fmr. Labor Secretary Tom Perez

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2024 Paid for by Preckwinkle for President. A copy of our report filed with the State Board of Elections is (or will be) available on the Board's official website (www.elections.il.gov) or for purchase from the State Board of Elections, Springfield, Illinois.  Preckwinkle For Pre…

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October 13, 2024 at 1:30 PM

Week in Review: Toni Preckwinkle has good news: No layoffs, tax hikes planned for Cook County next year

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle is pitching a good news budget for next year: no layoffs, new taxes or tax hikes. Stay Connected All Week Long Originally published on WBEZ.org by Kristen Schorsch | Oct 10, 2024 Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle i…

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October 11, 2024 at 2:59 PM

Toni in the News:

Read the Sun Times Article!Sun Times: "Toni Preckwinkle has good news. No layoffs or tax hikes planned for Cook County next year." Dear John, Yesterday Toni proposed the 2025 budget to the County Board of Commissioners, and the Sun Times has a great summary of it today. Read the article here! The $9…

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October 6, 2024 at 1:30 PM

Week in Review: Cook County Launches Dashboard Focused on Opioid, Gun and Temperature-related Deaths

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. Stay Connected All Week Long …

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September 29, 2024 at 1:30 PM

Week in Review: Cook County Government to be recognized with a record 54 NACo Achievement Awards

Incredibly proud of Cook County Government to be recognized with a record 54 NACo Achievement Awards, including Cook County's first-ever Best in Category Award in Health! These awards highlight the hard work and dedication of County employees who deliver critical services and programs to ensure ou…

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September 22, 2024 at 1:30 PM

Week in Review: President Preckwinkle Joins Congresswoman Kelly, USACE and Village of Dixmoor to Announce Completion of Dixmoor Watermain Infrastructure Improvement Project

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 pr…

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September 16, 2024 at 4:48 PM

Join Our Women for Toni Luncheon Sponsors!

Limited Seating Available: Register Now for Thursday, September 26!Join us at Toni's Annual Women's Luncheon!  Hi John, We would like extend our gratitude to our Luncheon Sponsors and Table Hosts who year after year continue to make this event a success. Please see our list of Sponsors and Hosts bel…

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September 15, 2024 at 1:30 PM

Week in Review: Durbin Meets With Cook County Board President Preckwinkle, Cook County Health Leadership

With a shared priority of making health care more accessible for underserved communities, Durbin, President Preckwinkle, and Dr. Mikaitis discussed the positive impact of the federal Medicaid 1115 waiver, which Durbin supported, to grant the state permission for Medicaid to cover health care servi…

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September 10, 2024 at 5:26 PM

Women for Toni Luncheon: Special Guest Announced!

Join us on Thursday, September 26!Join us at Toni's Annual Women's Luncheon!  Hi John, We are excited to share that Christy George, the Executive Director of the Chicago 2024 Host Committee, will be our Special Guest at this year's Women for Toni luncheon!Join us for an exciting conversation around …

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September 8, 2024 at 1:30 PM

Week in Review: Cook County Announces $11.5 Million Cook County Water Affordability Program

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. Stay Connected All Week Long …

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September 1, 2024 at 1:31 PM

Week in Review: Illinois Democrats Look to Reinvest Resources in Swing States

“We need to turn out here at home, and we need to work with our neighbors in Michigan and Wisconsin to deliver those swing states, because winning takes more than voting,” Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle told the delegation. “In the wise words of our own Michelle Obama, we need to do …

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August 25, 2024 at 1:30 PM

Week in Review: Chicago Comes Out a Winner After Hosting DNC

Harris, the daughter of Jamaican and Indian immigrants, became the first Black woman and person of South Asian descent to accept a major party’s presidential nomination. Should she win, she will become America’s first female president   Stay Connected All Week Long Somet…

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August 18, 2024 at 1:30 PM

Week in Review: Cook County Declares Disaster over Record-Setting July Tornadoes

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle has issued a disaster proclamation after a derecho storm system last month brought more than 40 tornadoes to the Chicago area over two days.   Stay Connected All Week Long Originally published on cbsnews.com 08/13/2024  |  …

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August 13, 2024 at 3:10 PM

We Need to Win Wisconsin & Michigan

Support Operation Swing State to win in NovemberHi John,  With 84 days left until Election Day, we need to do everything we can to make sure Democrats turn out and vote in November, and not just here at home in Illinois.  We are turning our focus to voters in Wisconsin and Michigan, two of our bigge…

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August 11, 2024 at 1:30 PM

Week in Review: President Preckwinkle Announces Nearly $8 Million for Invest in Cook Projects

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle joined the County’s Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH) today to announce the list of 35 projects that will receive funding under the 2024 ‘Invest in Cook’ grant program.   Stay Connected All Week Long Originally …

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August 4, 2024 at 1:30 PM

Week in Review: Credit agency upgrades Cook County’s bond rating to AA

Cook County officials announced Wednesday that Fitch Ratings has upgraded the county’s bond rating from AA- to AA, the third ratings upgrade in less than three years.   Stay Connected All Week Long Originally published on chicagotribune.com 07/31/2024  |  Photo: Evan Vuc…

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July 28, 2024 at 1:30 PM

Week in Review: Area Democratic Party Leaders Praise Biden

Commission President Preckwinkle, said on Sunday that she was “deeply grateful for President Biden’s unwavering and selfless commitment and service to our country,” with an impact that has been “profound, far-reaching, and historic.”   Stay Connected All Week Long Ori…

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July 22, 2024 at 7:30 PM

I'm With Her

Hi John,  President Biden is a true public servant. His decision to put country first reflects a 50 year career that has been shaped by a profound sense of responsibility, a commitment to the welfare of the American people and the courage to take bold action.  Kamala Harris is a fierce champion who…

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July 21, 2024 at 1:30 PM

Week in Review: President Preckwinkle Joins Congressman Krishnamoorthi to Announce Federal Funding for Central Road Reconstruction Project

President Toni Preckwinkle joined Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi and other elected officials today to celebrate $500,000 in funding secured by the congressman through federal Community Project Funding for a vital project along Central Road in Hoffman Estates and South Barrington.    Stay Co…

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July 17, 2024 at 6:45 PM

Save the Date! Toni's Annual Women's Luncheon

Join us on Thursday, September 26! Please Save the Date for Toni's Annual Women's Luncheon! Hi John, This year, the luncheon will be taking place on Thursday, September 26 at RPM Events located at 317 N Clark Street in Chicago. Please see the flyer below for more details.  Table Sponsorships + VIP …

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July 14, 2024 at 1:30 PM

Week in Review: Cook County is proud to be a part of the Government Alliance for Safe Communities (GASC)

Today, we announce the launch of our new website, designed to share information on government investments in community safety, and serve as a central hub for community-based organizations to explore grant opportunities and access capacity building resources.   Stay Connected All Week Long …

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July 7, 2024 at 1:30 PM

Week in Review: Loyola Medicine Partners on Initiative Abolishing $112 Million in Patient Medical Debts

Loyola Medicine, Undue Medical Debt, a national non-profit organization, and Cook County’s Medical Debt Relief Initiative (MDRI), have entered into an agreement to eliminate $112.12 million worth of non-Medicare/Medicaid medical debt for Loyola's patients in 2024.   Stay Connected All Week L…

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June 30, 2024 at 1:31 PM

Week in Review: Cook County Commissioner Dennis Deer Dies at Age 51

Dennis Deer, a Democratic commissioner on the Cook County Board, has died.   Stay Connected All Week Long Originally published on chicago.suntimes.com 06/24/2024  |  Photo: Pat Nabong/Sun-Times Dennis Deer, a Democratic commissioner on the Cook County Board, has died.…

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June 29, 2024 at 4:23 PM

Working Toward Victory

John, With just 7 weeks until the Democratic National Convention is hosted in Chicago, Toni is doing her part by continuing to strengthen the Cook County Democratic Party. But she can't do it without your help. Tomorrow, June 30, is our next fundraising deadline. Can you make a $25, $50, $100 or m…

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June 23, 2024 at 1:30 PM

Week in Review: Cook County Is Expecting a $218 Million Budget Gap, but Won’t Plug It with Layoffs or Tax Hikes

Cook County officials are projecting an estimated $218 million budget gap next year, the biggest since 2021, a year into the COVID-19 pandemic.   Stay Connected All Week Long Originally published on wbez.org 06/18/2024  |  Photo: Manuel Martinez/WBEZ Cook County offic…

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June 20, 2024 at 5:37 PM

Will Toni See You Monday Night?

Support Toni at her annual Chicago Cultural Center Reception Hi John, We hope to see you Monday night at our Annual Chicago Cultural Center Reception supporting President Toni Preckwinkle!  Please join us on Monday, June 24 from 5:30 p.m.- 7:30 p.m for a night of live music and refreshments! Please …

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June 17, 2024 at 1:30 AM

Week in Review: New Chicago Migrant Shelter a Joint Effort of Governments, Faith Organizations

President Toni Preckwinkle gave a warm welcome to migrants staying at a new shelter at St. Bartholomew Catholic Church.   Stay Connected All Week Long Originally published on nbcchicago.com 06/11/2024  |  Photo: NBC5 Video Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Cook Cou…

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June 13, 2024 at 6:50 PM

Don't Forget! Join Toni on June 24

Support Toni at her annual Chicago Cultural Center Reception Hi John, We are less than 2 weeks away from our Annual Chicago Cultural Center Reception supporting President Toni Preckwinkle!  Please join us on Monday, June 24 from 5:30 p.m.- 7:30 p.m for a night of live music and refreshments! Please …

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June 9, 2024 at 1:30 PM

Week in Review: President Preckwinkle and other local officials spoke of Chicago’s historically prominent role in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights, while acknowledging recent threats to that progress.

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and other local officials spoke of Chicago’s historically prominent role in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights, while acknowledging recent threats to that progress.   Stay Connected All Week Long Originally published on chicago.su…

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June 2, 2024 at 1:30 PM

Week in Review: President Preckwinkle Joined Elected Officials and Community Leaders for the 28th Annual Commemoration of Memorial Day in Grant Park.

President Preckwinkle joined elected officials and community leaders for the 28th Annual Commemoration of Memorial Day in Grant Park. Together, we remembered and honored those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.   Stay Connected All Week Long Con…

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May 30, 2024 at 6:50 PM

Honoring President Preckwinkle on June 24

Support Toni at her annual Chicago Cultural Center Reception Hi John, Please join us in honoring President Toni Preckwinkle's leadership as she continues to focus on improving economic and social improvements for our communities. We are gathering once again for her annual Chicago Cultural Center Rec…

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May 26, 2024 at 1:30 PM

Week in Review: Cook County Clerk Karen Yarbrough Remembered at Special Meeting of Board of Commissioners

Family, friends and colleagues of former Cook County Clerk Karen Yarbrough gathered Monday to remember and honor her legacy.   Stay Connected All Week Long Originally published on abc7chicago.com 05/20/2024  |  Photo: ABC7 Chicago Family, friends and colleagues of former…

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May 19, 2024 at 1:30 PM

Week in Review: The Cicadas are Coming! And You Should Hear Them, Not Fear Them

Later this month, the 17-year cicada brood will emerge from the soil in Cook County and throughout northern Illinois.   Stay Connected All Week Long Later this month, the 17-year cicada brood will emerge from the soil in Cook County and throughout northern Illinoi…

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May 12, 2024 at 1:30 PM

Week in Review: Biden Talks Momentum in Chicago

Old friends embraced Biden at every turn: Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle hugged him at the Soldier Field helicopter landing pad..   Stay Connected All Week Long Originally published on chicagotribune.com 04/30/2024  |  Photo: Pexels With Cook County laun…

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