Cook County Government

01/29/2021

Heads up, Cook County! Be prepared for this weekend's snowstorm. ⤵️

[3:18 PM CST Friday, January 29]

We started this week with snow and we are going to end it in similar fashion. Confidence is high that snow will move in late Saturday afternoon into early evening, picking up in intensity quickly after it onsets. Because the snow is anticipated to be heavy with potential for significant accumulations, roads will become snow-covered and dangerous travel conditions are looking more likely. The winds will also aid in this, gusting to 25 to 35 mph, providing periods of very low visibility during the heavier snowfall. Consider altering non-essential travel for Saturday evening.

01/29/2021

Do you know a woman who, either in a professional or volunteer capacity, has made significant contributions to the wellbeing of their community?

Nominate her for the 2021 Unsung Heroine Award: https://bit.ly/CC2021UnsungHeroine

The nomination deadline is Thursday, February 4, 2021.

01/28/2021

First Cook County Board meeting of the year.

Join us virtually: http://bit.ly/CCBoardMeetingLive

It's board meeting day.

Tune in now ➡️ http://bit.ly/CCBoardMeetingLive

01/28/2021

Are you in the hospitality industry? Join us tomorrow for our webinar focused on mental health and wellness support.

RSVP: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_iHyLqMJSRkaKaWEmLIrLAw

Illinois Restaurant Association
Hope For The Day

View previous COVID-19 Recovery Resources webinars: https://www.cookcountyil.gov/content/webinars-and-events

01/26/2021

Don’t forget to bring all pets indoors. Make sure they have a warm dry place with plenty of food and water.

Other winter safety tips:
-Both salt and ice can irritate your dog’s footpads. Avoid the salt when possible and wash the dog’s paws with warm water when you return home.
-Dogs and cats may have fur coats but they also have exposed areas that are susceptible to frostbite. Limit their time outdoors. If you suspect frostbite on any extremity, including the nose or the tips of the ears, contact your veterinarian.

01/26/2021

Roadways, sidewalks, overpasses and bridges might be slick this morning! An additional 1-2” of snow is expected throughout the day. Give yourself plenty of commute time and be sure to maintain a 200-foot distance behind snow plows and salt trucks.

Stay off roads during & after a winter storm. If you must drive, #DontCrowdthePlow. Move over for snowplows, disabled vehicles and emergency response crews.

01/25/2021

Cook County has entered Phase 1b of the vaccination plan allowing seniors age 65 + up and frontline essential workers to sign up for a vaccine.

For more information, visit vaccine.cookcountyil.gov or call the vaccine call center at 1-833-308-1988. Call center hours are Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Please note: At this moment, demand is heavily outweighing the supply of vaccines. We ask for your patience and to keep following the CDC guidelines: wash your hands, wear a mask, stay 6 feet apart and avoid large gatherings.

Questions, comments or concerns? Follow and connect with Cook County Health and Cook County Department of Public Health.

01/25/2021

A winter storm producing 4-7" of snow and wind gusts between 30-40 mph will move through Cook County.

Stay safe on the road. Check out these tips from the US National Weather Service Chicago Illinois ⤵️

Stay safe on the roads if you choose to travel during hazardous winter weather. Reduce your risk of a collision by changing the way you drive, and being cautious around snow plows.

01/25/2021

Toni Preckwinkle

Tune in now: Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, and Cook County Health CEO Israel Rocha Jr. tour the first large-scale community vaccination site in Tinley Park as we begin Phase 1b vaccinations.

President Preckwinkle and Cook County Health CEO Israel Rocha Jr. will be joined by Governor Pritzker and elected officials for a tour of the first large-scale community vaccination site as it prepares to open and continue Phase 1a

01/22/2021

Governor JB Pritzker

Tune in for a COVID-19 update.

Governor Pritzker gives a COVID-19 update.

01/22/2021

Reminder: Municipalities across Cook County have warming centers available for residents.
Find one near you: http://bit.ly/CCWarmingCenters

Municipios del condado de Cook tienen centros de calentamiento disponibles para los residentes.
Encuentra uno cerca de ti: http://bit.ly/CCWarmingCenters

01/21/2021

Are you struggling to find a job due to the pandemic?

Connect with the Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership for free career services.

http://chicookworks.org/CountyCares

01/20/2021

📢Cook County Small Businesses: RSVP for our PPP funding application walkthrough webinar.

Friday, January 22 at 10 am
Registration link: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_FnpglovIRemcH02bETfytA

Illinois Restaurant Association
National Partnership for New Americans
Congressman Chuy García
Bridget Gainer

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Reminder: Cook County's COVID-19 Recovery Small Business Assistance Program provides support for small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. To learn more, visit https://www.cookcountysmallbusinessassistance.com/

01/19/2021

📢Four new vaccination sites have opened in Suburban Cook County. Starting Monday, when Illinois moves into Phase 1B, frontline essential workers and people 65 and older will be able to make appointments to be vaccinated.

Sign up to receive the latest COVID-19 vaccine updates in Suburban Cook County: https://cookcountypublichealth.org/communicable-diseases/covid-19/covid-vaccine/

City of Chicago: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/sites/covid19-vaccine/home.html

01/18/2021

Happy Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day!

Honor his legacy by committing to a day of community service. Find volunteer opportunities with the Forest Preserve District of Cook County: https://fpdcc.com/commit-to-a-day-of-service-in-honor-of-martin-luther-king-jr/

Let us know in the comments how you are honoring his legacy.

01/15/2021

On this day in 1831, Cook County Government was established. It is now home to more than 130 municipalities.

Check out the history of municipal incorporation in Cook County. https://maps.cookcountyil.gov/muniincorp/

Comment what part of Cook County you live in.

01/15/2021

Happy 190th Birthday Cook County, Illinois!

Watch Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and Cook County Board Commissioners celebrate our 190th birthday safely at home.

https://www.cookcountyil.gov/https://www.cookcountyil.gov/archives

01/15/2021

Governor JB Pritzker

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, Cook County Health CEO Israel Rocha, and IL Governor JB Pritzker are providing COVID-19 updates. Tune in below.

Governor Pritzker gives a virtual COVID-19 update.

01/15/2021

It’s our birthday! Did you know Cook County was established on January 15, 1831? We are named after Daniel Pope Cook, one of the earliest and youngest statesmen in Illinois history.

Visit our website to learn more about your Cook County Government: https://www.cookcountyil.gov/content/about-cook-county

01/14/2021

The Eagles Have Landed. Here’s Where To See Them Near Chicago

In case you needed an additional reason to visit the Forest Preserve District of Cook County. 🦅 ⤵️

https://news.wttw.com/2021/01/08/eagles-have-landed-here-s-where-see-them-near-chicago

Thousands of bald eagles spend their winter in Illinois and there are a number of prime eagle-spotting sites in the Chicago region.

01/13/2021

Cook County small businesses: RSVP to our webinar tomorrow to hear about new options for revenue generation from leaders at Manny's Cafeteria & Delicatessen, 16" On Center Chicago and US Foods.

Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_S8se0oY0SY-Gw2x9MLyu3A

Illinois Restaurant Association
National Partnership for New Americans

01/12/2021

Are you a teacher interested in bringing hands-on STEM lessons to your school? Check out the ICECF and Cook County Solar Schools grants.

RSVP to the webinar this Thursday, 1/14/21 at 3 p.m. to get an introduction and answers to your questions about both grant programs.

Register: http://bit.ly/3on8Kjq
Grant details: https://bit.ly/2QiJgED

01/12/2021

Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)

Watch IDPH Dr. Ngozi Ezike receive the first dose of COVID-19 vaccine at Cook County Health's North Riverside Health Center.

Dr. Ezike joins Cook County Health Officials.

01/11/2021

Do you know of a woman who, either in a professional or volunteer capacity, has made significant contributions to the well-being of her community for which she has not received widespread recognition?

Nominate her for the 2021 Unsung Heroine Award!

Details at https://bit.ly/CC2021UnsungHeroine

*Nominations are due by 4 p.m. on Friday, January 22, 2021.

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Conoces a una mujer que, en capacidad profesional o voluntaria, haya hecho contribuciones significativas para el bienestar de su comunidad?

Nomínala para el premio a la heroína del Condado.

Más detalles en https://bit.ly/CC2021UnsungHeroine

*La fecha limite es el 22 de enero del 2021 a las 4 p.m.

01/11/2021

Cook County Commission on Women's Issues

Today is #HumanTraffickingAwarenessDay. See the image below to learn about the warning signs of human trafficking.

To report a tip, or get help, call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888 or text HELP to 233733.

📸: Cook County State's Attorney's Office

01/07/2021

Are you an unemployed restaurant or bar worker? The Southern Smoke Foundation established a relief fund to help those who are experiencing hardship from the COVID-19 crisis.

Apply for assistance today at https://form.southernsmoke.org/smoke/chicago/application/

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¿Eres un trabajador de restaurante o bar actualmente sin trabajo? Southern Smoke Foundation estableció un fondo de ayuda para quienes atraviesan por dificultades debido a la crisis del COVID-19.

Aplica para asistencia hoy en https://form.southernsmoke.org/smoke/chicago/application/spanish/

01/07/2021

Toni Preckwinkle

Tune in for updates and information on Cook County's COVID-19 vaccine distribution plan.

Additional resources:
https://cookcountypublichealth.org/communicable-diseases/covid-19/covid-vaccine/

https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/sites/covid19-vaccine/home.html

Please join us for a virtual town hall to provide updates and information on Cook County's COVID-19 vaccine distribution plan.

Speakers:

President Toni Preckwinkle
Commissioner Dennis Deer, Chair of Health and Hospitals Committee
Israel Rocha, CEO, Cook County Health
Dr. Kiran Joshi, Co-Lead, Cook County Department of Public Health
Dr. Greg Huhn, Cook County Health
Dr. Claudia Fegan, Cook County Health
Denise Barreto, Cook County Director of Equity and Inclusion (Moderator)

01/06/2021

Governor JB Pritzker

Tune in for a COVID-19 update.

Governor Pritzker gives a COVID-19 update.

01/04/2021

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and Metra, Pace and Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) leaders today officially launched a pilot project to improve public transportation in south Cook County, starting with reduced Metra fares on the Metra Electric and Rock Island lines and extended service on Pace’s 352 Halsted route.

Fair Transit South Cook, a three-year pilot project, aims to reduce costs and make transit more convenient for residents and essential workers in south Cook and north Will counties. Ultimately, the pilot seeks to provide seamless transfers between all transit operators in subsequent phases.

Under the pilot, all riders on the Metra Electric and Rock Island lines will pay Metra’s reduced fare rates – which are normally for seniors, K-12 students and other eligible groups – for all tickets. The reduced fare tickets are available now from ticket agents, ticket machines and the Ventra app. The paper and mobile tickets will be marked for use on the Metra Electric and Rock Island lines only.

Updated timetables for Pace’s Halsted 352 service can be viewed from their website. Information about both pilot initiatives can be found on the County’s website at: www.cookcountyil.gov/FAIRTRANSIT

01/04/2021

Vaccine questions? We have answers. Join us Wednesday at 6 p.m. for an online town hall with Commissioner Dennis Deer, Dr. Kiran Joshi from @cookcountyhealth and Cook County Hospitals CEO Israel Rocha. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cook-county-virtual-equity-town-hall-covid-19-vaccine-distribution-tickets-134545060899

12/31/2020

COVID-19 and Your Health

Do what is best for your health and the health of your loved ones. This year spend time with those in your own household. Hard choices to be apart this year may mean that you can spend many more years with your loved ones: bit.ly/2KgVUnQ

Get information about symptoms, testing, what to do if sick, daily activities, and more.

12/31/2020

12/31/2020

President Preckwinkle Encourages Cook County Residents to Renew and Rejuvenate in the Forest Preserves this Winter | CookCountyIL.gov

Being in nature can boost your mood and improve mental health. Take some time to check out a Forest Preserve trail near you. https://www.cookcountyil.gov/news/president-preckwinkle-encourages-cook-county-residents-renew-and-rejuvenate-forest-preserves

Today, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle was joined by Commissioner Brandon Johnson, Forest Preserves General Superintendent Arnold Randall, Dr. Kiran Joshi, Senior Medical Officer and Co-Lead of the Cook County Department of Public Health and Dr. Teresa H. Horton, associate professor of....

12/31/2020

Open Lectures for Residents | CookCountyIL.gov

In this week’s edition of Cook County Presents: Open Lectures for Residents, our free, ongoing and acclaimed partnership with UChicago Civic Engagement , we spotlight a series of lectures pertaining to the Environment. Start a lecture today! https://www.cookcountyil.gov/service/open-lectures-residents

As part of Cook County’s work to advance digital equity, especially as COVID-19 continues to disrupt our daily lives and educational opportunities, this summer Cook County was proud to partner with the University of Chicago Office of Civic Engagement to launch a new open learning platform for all ...

12/30/2020

Department of Emergency Management and Regional Security

This winter municipalities and townships across Cook County are operating warming centers for residents. Residents who don't have adequate heating in their homes are encouraged to visit a warming center to ensure they remain safe. https://cookcountyemergencymanagement.org/

Temperatures plummeted throughout the region overnight. The Cook County Department of Emergency Management and Regional Security (EMRS) reminds residents to take appropriate precautions to protect themselves and their families.