Cook County settles with family of man who hanged himself in jail cell
Michael O’Connor's family sued under the state’s Wrongful Death Act, alleging the Cook County sheriff's office fell short in monitoring O’Connor.
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Library and school leaders let Cook County officials have it over costly property tax delays
Library and school district officials laid into Cook County leaders Wednesday over the latest two-month delay in property tax mailings expected this year.
Cook County property tax bills will again be late, Toni Preckwinkle says
Toni Preckwinkle announced Tuesday she is again setting aside $300 million to loan to local governments to help them balance their budgets and pay their employees.
Obama Foundation offers first glance of Jackson Park campus: Here is what to know
Chicago and national media were given a preview of the Obama Presidential Center in Jackson Park Wednesday ahead of it welcoming the public later this month.
NASCAR likely making a comeback in Chicago next year, sources say
After a one-year hiatus, NASCAR will return to the streets of Chicago next year, sources told the Tribune.
Cook County tax buyer industry will be phased out in ‘equity theft’ reform bill
Under a bill that passed in Springfield, annual tax sales — the government’s way of dealing with delinquent property tax payments — will get a major shake-up.
Treasurer’s study finds sprawling and ‘murky’ tax impacts from Illinois megaprojects plan to benefit Bears
A new report raises questions on a state megaprojects plan as lawmakers try to reach a deal to keep the Chicago Bears in Illinois.
Mayor Brandon Johnson’s health commissioner exits
Chicago's public health commissioner, Dr. Olusimbo Ige, is exiting the Chicago Department of Public Health, the mayor's office confirmed late Friday.
Obama Center offers nearby watch party on the Midway for museum’s June 18 grand opening
Those interested in attending a watch party for the Obama Presidential Center grand opening can request a limited number of tickets at obama.org. The party is being held at the...
Sheriff’s license plate reader deal draws opposition, while AI cameras for Cook County Jail delayed
Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart’s push to expand the network of automatic license plate readers under his control prompted hours of debate from commissioners Wednesday.