Press Releases
Suburban Cook County COVID-19 risk level designation changed from blue to orange
COOK COUNTY, IL. – Based on regional metrics established by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), suburban Cook County has moved from blue to orange on the County Level Risk Metrics Map. An ‘orange’ designation indicates warning signs of increased COVID-19...
Recommendations to address increases in suburban Cook COVID-19 cases
OAK FOREST - Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and the Cook County Department of Public Health (CCDPH) today issued guidance for bars, fitness clubs, personal care businesses and other gathering places to respond to a new surge in COVID-19 cases,...
Take basic precautions to prevent West Nile virus while enjoying the summer weather
Cook County Department of Public Health (CCDPH) officials would like to remind residents to be cautious and protect against West Nile virus (WNV) during the summer months. Prevention is the most effective way to protect yourself and your family from becoming...
CCDPH issues emergency guidance for travelers to suburban Cook
Guidance mirrors action taken in Chicago and other states to prevent disease from spreading Oak Forest, IL – Cook County Department of Public Health officials today issued emergency travel guidance directing travelers entering or returning to suburban Cook County from...
Cook County Announces $41 million COVID-19 Contact Tracing Grant Award
Plan to hire 400 workers from impacted communities unveiled CHICAGO – Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and the Cook County Department of Public Health (CCDPH) today announced that CCDPH will be receiving almost $41 million in grant funding from the...
President Preckwinkle Issues Veto of Resolution to Share Addresses of COVID-Positive Individuals with First Responders
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle issued a veto today striking down the Cook County Board resolution that would provide addresses of COVID-19 positive patients to first responders in Cook County Department of Public Health’s jurisdiction of suburban Cook...
Cook County Announces COVID-19 Respite Housing for Healthcare Workers, First Responders and Correctional Officers
CHICAGO – Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, joined by the Cook County Department of Public Health (CCDPH), Cook County Department of Emergency Management and Regional Security (EMRS) and area first responders today announced the availability of respite......
Cook County Unveils COVID-19 Alternative Housing Program for Recovering Patients, Health Care Professionals and First Responders
CHICAGO – Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, joined by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA), Cook County Department of Public Health (CCDPH) and Cook County Department of Emergency Management and Regional Security (EMRS) today announced a... read...
President Preckwinkle Providing Emergency Funding for County Emergency Shelters
With increased housing uncertainty, instability and demand caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Cook County Board President announced today $154,000 in emergency funding for six suburban Cook County emergency shelter agencies. The new funds will primarily be used for...
President Preckwinkle Unveils Economic Relief Package for Cook County Residents and Businesses
In an effort to help businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle today announced an expansive series of measures waiving various County fines, fees and deferring tax collections. Read...
Updated December 2, 2024, 10:19 AM