Cook County State's Attorney Eileen O'Neill Burke announced a new policy Thursday, hoping to crack down on “switches" and ...

Two state agencies with authority over Illinois juvenile detention center operations have given the Cook County Juvenile ...

As Cook County Treasurer, I’ve learned the property tax system can be confusing and intimidating. Whether you’re a new or ...

Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas has mailed nearly 1.8 million Tax Year 2024 First Installment property tax bills. Payments ...

An emotional meeting with Harper Murray, a "top-secret" weekend and more standout moments from John Cook's retirement speech ...

“People are not used to cooking in quantities,” said Vivaldo, a classically trained chef and caterer who specializes in ...

The policy change would mean that prosecutors could not agree to plea deals that do not include a prison sentence in any ...

A high property tax bill has been the stumbling block to getting the 3.7-acre property sold, according to the listing agent, ...

Meadowlands Racetrack’s Chili Cook-Off returns winter on Saturday, Feb. 1, from 5 to 9 p.m. As of Jan. 29, there were 15 chili cooks competing in the traditional red chili category, 24 cooks in the ...

Warren County’s controversial new Library Board met Wednesday night after a judge earlier this week denied an effort to block the panel from convening.

After receiving 41 applications, the Cook County Board of Commissioners will review interview answers for 12 candidates for the role of county administrator. Interim County Administrator Rowan Watkins ...

Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi on Wednesday announced the total value of properties in Chicago topped $50.8 billion in 2024 ...