In 2022, government transfers made up 15.6% of income in Cook County, a 8.7% surge from 6.9% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.
On April 3, 2025, the Cook County Sheriff's Office shared updates concerning their recovery programs in Cook County Jail and the arrest of Marcaughno Walker for suspected cannabis possession.
Jeanne Ives, a former legislator and founder of Breakthrough Ideas, has attributed the rising juvenile crime rate in Illinois to the policies of the Democratic Party.
The Cook County Sheriff's Office reported several recent activities, including arrests and community initiatives, via social media posts on April 1 and April 2, 2025.
The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) has announced that there is one week remaining for businesses to apply for the Small Business Capital and Infrastructure Grant Program.
Mayor Brandon Johnson, alongside city officials and residents, marked the opening of Auburn Gresham Apartments, a $47 million affordable housing initiative on 79th Street.
The Chicago Hounds, a Major League Rugby team, have entered into a partnership with Proven I.T., which now serves as the team's Official Information Technology Partner.
U.S. Congressman Mike Quigley shared concerns over the Trump Administration's educational policies and procedural issues in the legislative process on April 1-2, 2025.
Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez has addressed significant national issues through her social media communications, including concerns over revoking student visas for free speech and mishandling by U.S. immigration authorities.
There were two companies in cities associated with DuPage County that received two FDA inspections in March, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.